Kimmy Paladini has always balanced creativity and business. After studying at FIDM and starting her career in fashion, she shifted into real estate, gaining expertise in business and negotiation. Yet the pull of design never left her. “I’ve always been both right and left brained, and I feel my best when I have a balance of creativity and business,” she says. Her brand, Milo, emerged as a way to combine her love for fashion, art and design with her business acumen.
The brand began to take shape during a trip to New York and Paris, cities that offered contrasting perspectives on style and individuality. “At the time, I was craving something more creatively fulfilling,” Kimmy says. “I loved the business side of my work, but I felt this pull to reconnect with the part of myself that thrives on art, beauty, and expression.”
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Milo was created to fill a gap Kimmy noticed in her own wardrobe, offering elevated pieces that are versatile and functional without being complicated. Living in Los Angeles, Kimmy was always inspired by the balance between the ease of coastal living and the structure of the city. That fluidity of Los Angeles has influenced the brand’s aesthetic. Each design moves seamlessly from day to night and from casual to polished.
All Milo garments are produced in Los Angeles, a decision that reflects its commitment to sustainability and craftsmanship. “Working closely with local factories allows me to nurture the craftsmanship behind each piece, ensuring quality and care at every step,” Kimmy says. Local production also reduces the brand’s environmental footprint and supports the surrounding community. From fabric selection to construction, attention to detail is critical to the brand. “Quality isn’t just about how a piece looks, but how it feels, moves, and stands the test of time,” she explains.
Silk is a central fabric in Milo’s signature collection. “It embodies everything I want the brand to represent: luxury, versatility, and effortless style,” Kimmy says. The material is soft, lightweight, and adaptable, making it an easy choice to elevate a simple silhouette while remaining practical.
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For Kimmy, each design comes intuitively. “The creative process begins from a place that feels almost instinctual, like there’s a blueprint already inside me waiting to take shape,” she says. “I start by asking myself what I would want to wear for the upcoming season, and from there, that internal vision begins to emerge. Once I can see it clearly in my mind, I’m able to communicate it, design it, and bring it to life turning that initial spark into a tangible collection.”
The result is clothing that leaves the wearer both confident and comfortable. On her vision for Milo’s audience, Kimmy explains, “The clothing is meant to enhance their experiences, letting them have fun, connect with others, and feel their best in every moment.”
As Milo grows, the brand is carefully expanding its offerings with new styles, colorways, and thoughtful details. Kimmy also emphasizes the importance of a strong foundation. “Even the best product or service needs a solid business structure and the ability to connect with the right audience,” she notes. For her, growth is about maintaining the balance that defines the brand, creativity and strategy, refinement and practicality.
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