Interview with Fashion Designer, Kathleen Muhammad

Nadine Muhammad: Please, would you tell our readers about yourself? 

 
Kathleen Muhammad:  I have a degree in early childhood education. I studied business at the University of Phoenix. My husband and I foster at risk youth in the CPS system. I am grateful for the support of my family, as I am growing in my  fashion career. Also, I am thankful to Allah (God) to be a member of the Muslim Girls Training and General Civilization Class (MGT and GCC) in the Nation of Islam,  for the teachings of The Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad, and the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan.  I admire many designers from all walks of life, but I am so grateful to Allah (God) for Sis Maalikah Muhammad of Kameelah's Closet who has been a true mentor along my journey, both personally as an MGT in the Nation of Islam and designer in the fashion industry.

Photo Credit: Kathleen Muhammad

In addition to the pageantry program, beginning the fall of 2019, I  launched KaJa Couture FREE Student Intern Program geared towards girls, ages 12 - 17yrs old, teaching students how to sew, entrepreneurship, modesty and more. KaJa Couture Intern Program has also gained recognition from Houston Community College -School of Fashion as an official program for their college students to earn full college intern credits.

 
Nadine Muhammad: Share with us the story behind your business: the inspiration for starting, history, mission, and purpose of KaJa Couture.

 
Kathleen Muhammad: I created Kaja Couture out of necessity to have modest attire for my daughters and myself. After receiving so many inquiries and rave reviews about our attire, my journey into the fashion industry began! 

Nadine Muhammad: Tell us about the products and or services that you offer to your customers. 

 

Kathleen Muhammad:  We provide custom made apparel, accessories for special occasions, event planning, exclusive pop-up shops, boutique parties, and  fashion show fundraisers for organizations.

 

  Photo Credit: Amber X

Nadine Muhammad: How can we order your clothing line online, and share with us the value that customers will obtain from wearing your fashion designs?

 
Kathleen Muhammad: We're on Facebook as KaJa Couture and Instagram as @kaja_couture 

 Our website is  kajacouture.net 

Using our products and services, customers will obtain a personal sense of care, with our custom designed women's clothing to fit their needs. Finally, I would like to add that we launched the 1st issue of our FAshion Magazine for my 50 & Fabulous Celebration last year, and everyone can get their copy on our website. Also, on July 7, 2024, we are launching our Sunday Sewing Room Podcast, where we will be hosting guest designers, sharing sewing room challenges, debuting past and present fashion trends and more!  Follow our social media pages to stay informed about our podcast.