Meet Mila Junge of Shop Mila in Santa Monica

Today we’d like to introduce you to Mila Junge.

Mila, let’s start with your story. We’d love to hear how you got started and how the journey has been so far.
I’m a fashion designer and stylist originally from Santiago Chile and I’m starting a new online platform call MILA, a specialty online store with a selection of treasures from the world. We will offer clothing, accessories and home goods products all made ethically with love.

My passion for fashion started at an early age since I was born and raised surrounded by fabrics and ateliers. My family owns a Fashion & Home brand call Colomba Living. So from that time I understood how the manufacturing process works and the value of who made my clothes.

As a teen, until 5 years ago I worked as a model. I loved being able to try on different garments and accessories. It was like a game of finding yourself through different pieces, colors and fabrics. This is when I got to know the world of Production. Clothing selection was one of my favorite things, which led me to study Fashion Design in Chile and also at Parsons NY.

When I started curating my taste I preferred not being dressed by others. Simply because it didn´t feel right unless the line/brand was aligned with my aesthetics and values. I guess my mother cultivated a strong foundation of taste and appreciation for quality so I thought modeling was not what I wanted to pursue. Design and fashion was my thing and I wanted to spread beauty to the world.

I worked as a Designer in Chile and then I moved to the US. When in LA I instantly fell in love with the Californian Lifestyle. It was exciting but also challenging; and as we all do, I had to start everything from scratch. I began my new journey, made a Fashion Blog called Sound of Beauty, worked as a Freelance Stylist and had the chance of working for editorial, commercials and music videos.

After seeing so much of everything I really wanted to work for a sustainable fashion brand. That´s when I started working at Reformation as a Concept Designer. It was a great experience, but it was way too big and massive. Plus I always wanted to do my own brand.

At Mila specialty store our brands work with natural fibers and materials adding value to each product with artisan work. I invite you to be part of our tribe, a new fashion and lifestyle evolution platform where you can find timeless and effortless pieces that will embellish yourself and your spaces.

When aesthetics meets ethics.

Shop Mila – what should we know? What do you guys do best? What sets you apart from the competition?
My Role: Founder, Designer and Art Director.

Description of my business – same as than before:
Mila is a specialty online store with a selection of products considered treasures from the world. We offer clothing, accessories and home goods products all made ethically with love. Our brands work with natural fibers and materials adding value to each product with artisan work. We support quality over quantity and want to spread beauty to the world.

Client:
Our customers are effortless and chic women who support quality design and ethical work. They’re independent and adventurous with a holistic point of view.

Facts:
With the variety of products out there “selection” is everything. That’s why we incorporate “throw on and go ” pieces and accessories that can be worn in multiple ways. For us what matters is not only looking good but also feeling good.

What is “success” or “successful” for you?
For me, success is when you are in your element. It can be related to your passion, job or family goals.

At this moment of my life, I want to expand my new business and guide women to look and feel good with the product selection I´ll offer on my new online store.

In a personal matter, I want to create a bridge between Chile and the US so I can always be connected with my roots.

Contact Info:

• Website: www.shop-mila.com
• Email: [email protected]

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