Sharing style, business + real life along the way. Kilee Nickels is the CEO and Founder of Nickel & Suede, an accessories brand with the mission to provide just the right thing to finish every outfit. Kilee also serves as the brand's Chief Creative Officer and employs her unique personal style and ability to recognize global fashion trends to lead product design. Under Nickels’ leadership, Nickel & Suede has experienced triple-digit growth and evolved from a small basement workshop to a national brand with three retail locations, and a design office and production facility in Kansas City. Recognized by Inc. 500 as one of the fastest growing companies nationally and #1 in the Midwest, Nickel & Suede has grown a cult following for its innovative lightweight statement earrings using premium Italian leather. Previously, Kilee ran One Little Momma, a style blog and community, and co-founded One Little Belt, a children’s apparel line. Kilee lives in Kansas City with her family, and his married to her college sweetheart and business partner, Soren Nickels. She is a proud to five sons and two crazy puppies.
