KIMIE

Libby, the designer behind KIMIE, was born in Ghana and raised between Ghana and Japan, where she absorbed the traditions, aesthetics, and rhythms of both cultures. Growing up between two worlds, she often felt caught “in between,” but eventually discovered that her identity was not divided—it was layered, whole, and uniquely hers. Fashion became her voice, a medium where she could blend the soft-spoken elegance of Japanese design with the bold vibrancy of Ghanaian heritage. What began as a childhood passion, sewing doll clothes with her mother, grew into a calling after a moment of recognition from a fellow designer who saw her natural gift. Today, Libby’s work embodies cultural storytelling—simple yet powerful statement pieces that honor duality and individuality. KIMIE is more than fashion; it is a bridge between worlds, celebrating identity, belonging, and transformation. Each design carries her journey, inviting wearers to feel confident, elegant, and seen. Her collections have graced runways at Los Angeles and New York Fashion Week, affirming KIMIE as a brand rooted in heritage yet reaching toward the future. For Libby, fashion is not about trends—it is about healing, empowerment, and celebrating the beauty of being in between.