We had the good fortune of connecting with Kyle Ishimoto and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Kyle, what do you attribute your success to?
Giving my customers an individualized experience! It’s been my mission to make each purchase from my store more special by adding small gifts and writing a personal thank you letter to each order. It’s given me the privilege to speak and befriend people from around the world–all of which have their own experiences, values, and creativity! In a way, it’s given me a peek at the world through the confines of COVID-19.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
My clothing is me. I create different clothing for different moods and hope they resonate with people. I believe in quality and ethical production and I think people naturally gravitate towards that. However, there are always going to be challenges that we have to face. Whether it’s as simple as a bad drop or losing people that are close to you– issues are always going to present themselves. We have to find it within ourselves to keep moving forward.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
Burgers Never Say Die makes the best burger out on the market right now. That’s an absolute MUST if you’re out in LA.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
Yeah, I would like to mention my grandparents. They always support my endeavors and help me out behind the scenes. I love them very much. My grandmother is a strong and beautiful woman, her kindness touches everyone around her. She’s why I love flowers. My grandfather is a wise and caring man, you will always learn something new talking to him. He’s also a walking encyclopedia for sports! They’re both two amazing people who have left the biggest impact on me.

Website: ishimoto.co

Instagram: @kyleishimoto  @ishimoto.archive

Twitter: @kyleishimoto

Image Credits
People featured: Hannah Marte (@etramen) and Eli Pedraza (@instagranndpa)

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