Tailored Talks - #1 A Founder's Story

Welcome to 'Tailored Talks with OMJ', a deep dive into the story of one of the leading brands in custom clothing, OMJ. In this inaugural episode, explore our humble beginnings, from college roommates dreaming of creating a unique fashion line to becoming a thriving business that goes beyond crafting clothes to deliver an immersive, inclusive retail experience.

Join our co-hosts, OMJ Stylist and retail veteran Kendra Cheeseman and menswear enthusiast and OMJ Stylist Will Jones, as we unpack the growth of OMJ. Delving into our adventures, the hurdles we faced and our intimate connection with our origins in North Carolina, this episode showcases how we have survived and thrived in the world of tailored fashion while adhering to simplicity, versatility, and timelessness.

Enjoy candid conversations with co-founders Filipe Ho and Bradley Rhyne as we share our struggles, triumphs, and resilience. The episode takes you behind the scenes to our first year in business, starting as a finalist in the Belk Southern Design Competition just three months after our launch to a month with one sale, to the launch of our newest retail store in Southend Charlotte.

Despite the challenges of staying relevant in a fast-paced world, the episode resonates with tales of perseverance and highlights the aspiration of resonating with the North Carolina brand, resonating with stories of the first year of the business, right up to current day wins.

Ultimately, we hope this is an inspiring story for entrepreneurs and fashion enthusiasts alike!