My name is Kaylah Mercedes, and I am the proud owner of Raine. Five years ago, my personal struggle with body dysmorphia led me to embark on a transformative waistbead journey when I purchased my first strand in Harlem, NY. As I tied those beads around my body, an unprecedented feeling of comfort washed over me.

For the first time in my life, I felt a sense of beauty in the body I had spent years despising. This experience ignited my dedication to healing and cultivating self-love. Inspired by this profound shift, I established Raine.

The name Raine holds deep significance for me. It is the maiden name of my maternal ancestors who have guided me throughout my life. The birth of Raine was not just a passing idea; it was persistent and visited me incessantly. A dream reinforced this calling, reminding me to never ignore an idea that repeats itself.

Empowered by the universe's direct message, I wasted no time. I acquired the necessary supplies and embarked on this entrepreneurial journey with the guidance of my mother, grandmother, and generations of strong women before me. Raine embodies the essence of divine beauty, self-acceptance, and ancestral wisdom.

The rest was herstory!