It’s All In The Bag With KOA Kristina

To describe the collection of clutches and handbags which is , KOA Kristina, takes a simple yet strong word. BOLD! With the fashionable prints and color scheming; you are sure to have a bag that creates an official statement piece and gives the necessary POP! to any wardrobe. So what exactly is KOA Kristina? Who is the face behind this emerging brand?

Based out of New Jersey, KOA Kristina, is the name to be heard and worn by all fashionista as who like to stay ahead of the game. The “Koa” in, KOA Kristina, is the name of the owner and perfectly describes the product which she has created. The name, Koa, is of Hawaiian origin; it means bold and brave. It also is the name of a tree that only grows in Hawaii; so it’s only right to say that Koa’s creations are bold and unique. Now for the Kristina in, KOA Kristina; this represents the softer and spiritual side of Koa. With this collaboration of a name, Koa has been able to reflect her true Gemini personality and create a brand that truly defines her.

Originally from Jersey City, Koa wears many hats. She is a mother to her son, 11 year old Nigil (who keeps her on the football field), a current grad student, a mentor for girls for her church, administrative assistant to a high school principal AND a new business owner. While the idea for designing has always been there, KOA Kristina, is a fairly new company which has just entered its 3rd month of existence. These 3 months have launched off with much success quicker than expected. Already, Koa’s bags have celebrity appeal. Koa was invited to a fashion show with, Pilar Scratch, (Busta Rhymes stylist) and Pilar has personally wore a KOA Kristina creation. Recently, Koa, was featured on NEWS 12 NJ and interviewed by, Della Cruz, for the NJ Spotlight. Koa was also interviewed by itsbellebella of Maryland (itsbellebella.com) and she just wrapped up a charity event for Orange Recreation and Jersey City Recreation Foundation where she donated 20% of her sales. The ability to have a talent where she is able to use to give back to her community is indescribable for, Koa. She says that it is “priceless”.

A lot goes into producing these BOLD, handmade, creations of KOA Kristina. While it can take anywhere from 1 1/2 hours to 3 hours to produce a creation; the general designing process is fairly quick. Koa, first chooses a lining color choice, then discovers her outside appeal and whether she wants it to have a modern/retro or simple look, and lastly she chooses the finishing piece which will give the clutch/handbag its WOW! factor. Her very first creation, a black and white clutch with a fuchsia flower, is available on her site along with her other creations. Coming soon to her site will be the, KOA Kristina Signature Collection, which is launching September 29th. You will be sure to see bags which are striped, sequined, satiny, animals prints, retro/funky and at the same time classy. The inside of each, KOA Kristina creation, has a vibrant fuchsia lining for authentication as well as a KOA Kristina label. There is much more in store for, KOA Kristina; large leather bags will be released soon and as for the future Koa will expand into shoes. Koa has her plans laid out and ready to set in motion with her ultimate result of everyone owning a piece from the KOA Kristina Collection.

Quality and ensuring customer happiness is of utmost importance for Koa. Her following of customers have came from her marketing strategies on social media networks and have resulted in a continuous increase of customer satisfaction and loyalty. All bags are made to order. With creation and shipping it takes about three to four weeks to receive but if you need it sooner; Koa is sure to deliver!

Koa is all about the bettering of all and has a major piece of advice for aspiring designers: “Be patience when it comes to creating your own brand and always keep in my mind that your name is attached to it. However you want your name to be seen is how you want your creation to be seen. The hardest part is marketing your product and how you market it is extremely important. You will have critics who like your work and critics who do not like it; just remember to be professional at all times. ”

This has been an Unheard Eye on Koa and the handmade creations of KOA Kristina. To see the bold and intricate work of Koa and for more information, visit koakristina.com

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