Meet Bam-Bam Billa

We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Bam-Bam Billa a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.

Bam-Bam, so great to have you with us and we want to jump right into a really important question. In recent years, it’s become so clear that we’re living through a time where so many folks are lacking self-confidence and self-esteem. So, we’d love to hear about your journey and how you developed your self-confidence and self-esteem.

I guess the simplest way to put it is that I started showing kindness to myself—but the journey to get there was far more complex.

As a teenager, I was insecure, coming from a dysfunctional family and had no grounding in the importance of self-love or self-respect. That lack of foundation led to years of self-destructive behaviour.

What really changed things for me was a shift in how I related to myself internally. I realized the way I was speaking to myself just wasn’t okay. I was always kind and generous to others, but my inner dialogue was harsh, critical, and damaging. If I had spoken to others the way I spoke to myself, I think I would have been horrified.

That awareness sparked a turning point. I began to feel genuine gratitude for being myself, instead of trying to escape or avoid who I was. I learned to forgive myself for past mistakes, to let go of toxic influences, and—most importantly—to take responsibility for my life. I started to understand that I was the one shaping my environment, and that I was capable of handling it.

Now, when I feel low or uncertain, I take a moment to pause and remind myself “I appreciate myself” or “I approve of myself.” Saying those words resonates through my mind, body, and soul—and they remind me that I can trust myself. That practice has become even more powerful since becoming a mother, knowing I’m responsible not just for myself, but also for someone else’s life.

I still make mistakes—this journey is ongoing—but if my 23-year-old self could see me now, I think she’d be amazed by the confidence I’ve built. If I could talk to her today, I’d say: Keep going. You’ve got this.

Appreciate the insights and wisdom. Before we dig deeper and ask you about the skills that matter and more, maybe you can tell our readers about yourself?

I’ve developed a distinctive visual style called Abstract Cubist Patternism, through which I create fashion for The Good, The Bad, and The Beautiful.

My process begins with hand-drawn illustrations, which I transform into original textile designs. These become fully realized as wearable art, allowing individuals not just to wear the artwork, but to live it.

At the heart of my brand is a bold philosophy: to empower self-expression and inspire people to stand out, feel confident, and live life fully. Each piece is made to evoke joy, spark connection, and radiate individuality.

We’ve showcased collections on runways in Brooklyn, New York, and Japan, and our New York Fashion Week show was proudly sponsored by one of the world’s leading video game companies.

All garments are crafted with an artisan team that places deep importance on quality. We are committed to sustainability, using mostly bamboo, cotton, and linen fabrics. The majority of textiles are screen-printed by hand, with a select few digitally printed based on material requirements.

Our production team is the soul of the brand—valued, respected, appreciated, and fairly compensated. Every piece reflects not just art and fashion, but care, purpose, and integrity.

If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?

Sharing your skills with others and creating opportunities for others with your skills will be one of the most rewarding things you can do.
Creating a brand manifesto, ethos and philosophy, to keep ideas on track.
Making detailed to do and tasks lists – writing everything down to keep structure and track of ideas and plans

As we end our chat, is there a book you can leave people with that’s been meaningful to you and your development?

The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz, it’s like a brain massage, such a special book. It gives such simple, yet beautiful advice on life. I was given the book by an Argentinian lady when I was travelling in Mexico over 10 years ago. It was my first time travelling solo and this book gave me the confidence and wings to face challenges and fears, let go of ideas that no longer served me and achieve things I could only dream of.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://bam-bamart.com
• Instagram: bam.bam.billa