Questions
The questions people don’t always want to write out. Anything not answered here: hello@kaila.boutique.
Is it legal to import?
Yes. A KAILA is sculpture, fine art in customs terms, and ships worldwide except sanctioned destinations. Outside the EU you may owe import duty; the shipping page states how that works.
Who sees my order?
The atelier, the carrier, and no one else. The crate is plain, the sender name neutral (on the label and on your bank statement), and client names are never published.
Are the models real people?
Yes. Every cast is taken from a consenting adult, and their identities stay in the atelier; the work never shows a face. The full note is on The Practice page.
Can I be cast myself?
Yes, that is the Custom Made line. A private session in the atelier, a companion welcome; the silicone is made for body casting and sets in about ten minutes, and the whole session takes as long as the pose requires. The mould is cast once and destroyed unless you ask us to keep it. The full process is described in The Practice.
What if my partner isn’t sure about it?
Start small and bare: an Athens piece at modest scale reads as classical sculpture from across the room. In a home, a KAILA argues less than people expect. The whole point is a torso on a shelf reading the way a landscape painting does.
What does a KAILA cost?
Smaller works and single-colour finishes start at €350, larger works at €550, full-body casts at €750. The exact quote comes with the piece, always before anything is paid. The whole arrangement is written out in the terms.
What comes with the piece?
Its story on paper (the series, the finish, how the cast was taken) and the series number marked inside the cast itself. The number is part of the work; the paper is for the shelf drawer.
How long until it ships?
A piece in stock leaves within the week. Made-to-order work takes its month in the calendar. From dispatch, DHL Express takes 2–4 business days in the EU, 3–7 worldwide.
How do I care for it?
A dry, soft cloth. No water, no solvents, and keep saturated or gilded finishes out of direct sun. Materials and mounting are covered in The Practice.