We recently had the chance to connect with Kesha Austin and have shared our conversation below.
Hi Kesha , thank you so much for joining us today. We’re thrilled to learn more about your journey, values and what you are currently working on. Let’s start with an ice breaker: What do the first 90 minutes of your day look like?
Prayer & coffee.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hi, my name is Kesha. I’m originally from the East Coast but have called the Dallas–Fort Worth area home since 2017. I’m the founder and owner of *Bomb Plus Vintage*—a vintage clothing boutique that celebrates plus-size women and offers bold, colorful, and timeless pieces for all vintage lovers.
I started Bomb Plus Vintage during a challenging season of my life, while on a spiritual fast. It was during that time the Lord gave me the strength, clarity, and courage to bring this vision to life. This brand was birthed not just as a business, but as a ministry. My mission is to increase heaven’s population—using the common thread of vintage fashion as a point of connection.
Bomb Plus Vintage is about more than clothing. It’s about encouraging women to deepen their relationship with Christ and allowing that inner confidence to shine through in their outward presentation. I want women to dress as an expression of their God-given confidence, not their insecurities. This journey is about faith, fashion, and freedom—and I’m honored to share it with every woman who walks this path with me.
Appreciate your sharing that. Let’s talk about your life, growing up and some of topics and learnings around that. Who were you before the world told you who you had to be?
Before the world told me who I had to be, I was simply… an individual. I’ve always seen life through a unique lens—asking questions, seeking clarity, and wanting to understand the *why* behind what we do. As a child, that curiosity was often misunderstood. My questions weren’t meant to challenge authority; I just genuinely wanted to understand. For example, why do we decorate a tree for Christmas? Why do we eat the same food every Thanksgiving?
But growing up, I learned that choosing your own path often means walking it alone. Over time, especially in my late teens and early twenties, I found myself slowly conforming—doing what was popular just to feel accepted.
But by the grace of God, I found my way back. Jesus never left me. He reminded me that who I was at the core—an intentional, thoughtful, bold woman—was exactly who He created me to be.
Today, I still ask questions. I still seek truth. But now, if something doesn’t align with God’s Word, my values, or inner peace, I don’t force myself to follow the crowd. I take the narrow path—even if it means walking alone—because I now understand it was carved specifically for me.
I am an individual. And I didn’t *become* one again—I never stopped being one.
What did suffering teach you that success never could?
Suffering taught me what success never could—especially through my cancer journey. Being diagnosed shortly after my 30th birthday was completely unexpected. I was faced with a wave of questions I had no answers for: *Will I live? What will happen to my children? My husband? My home?* I had never felt so powerless. Up until that point, I believed I was holding everything together. But cancer stripped me of that illusion.
In the midst of the unknown, the Lord gently revealed the truth: it was never me holding it all in place—it was Him. He was the one keeping my home intact. He was the one allowing my car to run, my children’s hearts to beat, my husband’s mind to remain steady. I had spent so long taking credit for things that were never mine to carry.
Suffering taught me to surrender. To truly trust God—not just in word, but in dependence. It taught me to acknowledge His sovereignty, His grace, and His hand in every area of my life. Through pain, I gained perspective. And through surrender, I gained peace. Success never taught me that. But suffering did.
Alright, so if you are open to it, let’s explore some philosophical questions that touch on your values and worldview. Is the public version of you the real you?
Yes!
Thank you so much for all of your openness so far. Maybe we can close with a future oriented question. If you laid down your name, role, and possessions—what would remain?
My faith in Jesus. My salvation and place in heaven—given to me through His sacrifice on the cross—can never be taken away. That’s what truly matters to me.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://BombPV.com
- Instagram: Bombplusvintage
- Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/Bomb.plusvintage/
- Youtube: https://youtube.com/@bombplusvintage?si=meP7fwLV5LrudaRj
