Norma Kamali

Fashion Designer • Wellness Advocate • www.normakamalicollection.com

What is your wellness philosophy, and how does it coincide with your design philosophy?

Timeless style is what real fashion is about, and timeless products that work for inside outside fitness, health and beauty are the same.

Where do you see your work in wellness going?

As far as it is meant to take me. I feel like I am now on a ride and I am learning and sharing more and more everyday. If you don't feel good you won't look good and good health to me is the new luxury...so I am on for the ride.

How does beauty and health impact the world of fashion?

If you don't feel good and you don't look good chances are what you are eating and putting on your body are the cause. We are all vain so looking at fitness through vanity might be the fastest way to better health.

Why did olive oil become such an important staple in your wellness collection?

Olive oil was the first product for me. It is a childhood staple and it represents the best of how one timeless tree can offer so much for nutrition, personal care, and wellness.

What impact have you seen your wellness café have on NYC?

There is a force of people coming together with a common interest and this is what I see. I am thrilled. The more we share the stronger our voice.

What do you do to stay so fit and youthful?

I don't think about being youthful so much as doing all I can to have the best quality of life. I do think the spirit in all of us has the ability to be curious and involved. There are many people who lose their spirit. I hope I never do.

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