Founder of Kylashi & Creative Director. Sculpting architectural silhouettes, fluid silks, and bespoke couture crafted to empower effortless elegance and individuality.
Candid answers on design obsession, the philosophy of silhouette, and building Sri Lanka's avant-garde couture house.
“What was the defining spark that made you start KYLASHI?”
“It started with a deep obsession with raw, tactile textiles and the transformative power of a sculpted silhouette. I didn't want to make fleeting, generic fashion. I wanted to design limited couture pieces that give women an undeniable, quiet confidence the second they step into a room.”
“How do you balance strong structural architecture with weightless fluid silks?”
“Every drape is mathematically engineered. We sculpt the waist and shoulders with sharp architectural lines, but allow the fabrics to drape with fluid grace. That way, the garment moves naturally with your body rather than restricting you. Luxury should always breathe.”
“Why is ethical artisan craftsmanship in Sri Lanka so core to your philosophy?”
“Sri Lanka has an incredible heritage of master patternmakers and tailors. By producing limited-run seasonal capsules, we eliminate mass production waste, pay respectful fair wages, and ensure every single piece is hand-finished with bespoke maison perfection.”
