Meet Founder and Artist Kristin Brown
My story with Imbued begins in the Hawaiian islands, where I spent over a decade working in the natural products industry. I focused on the healing power of medicinal plants, organic foods, and environmental sustainability. Those years embedded in me a stronger conscious consumer ethos as I came to understand the deeper meaning of Aina (land) and the vital importance of our connection to it. That understanding became the seed for what would later grow into Imbued—a business rooted in care for the planet and its people.
My commitment to mindful living deepened when I became a mother. Teaching my daughter about health, creativity, and stewardship expanded my desire to make a positive impact. Out of this influence came the first vision for Imbued, launched in 2019 as a sustainably and ethically made clothing line through a Factory45, crowdfunding campaign. Shortly after, I quit my 12-year corporate career in wellness to pursue the brand full-time.
When the pandemic disrupted manufacturing in 2020, I began exploring the art of natural dye. What began as virtual lessons with a teacher in California grew into a profound love for plant-based color. This experience reshaped Imbued, expanding it beyond apparel into a space where natural fibers, plant dyes, and holistic wellness could come together. It also opened the path for me to begin facilitating workshops and events, sharing this creative and mindful process with others.
Along the way, a long-time interest surfaced—Human Design. What started as a personal practice for self-reflection and entrepreneurial growth became something I felt called to share. Today, through certification with Hillary McVeigh’s Design by You program, I offer comprehensive Human Design PDFs to help others recognize their strengths, patterns, and highest expression.
All of these practices—holistic wellness, natural dye, connection to nature, and Human Design—have been essential to my own growth. Together, they continue to guide Imbued’s vision: inspiring people to explore their fullest potential through creativity, self and community discovery, and eco-conscious choices.
Thank you for being a part of this journey.
xo,
Kristin