welcome to the Iksplor family
We are sisters and moms who grew up in the mountains and spent our childhood running wild on dirt trails, building forts, and chasing sunsets. Outdoor time shaped us and we wanted the same for our own kids.
Our journey started the moment we became mothers. We were tired, hopeful, and determined to keep exploring with our babies. We packed orders during nap times and tested fabrics between feedings. We watched our daughters grow up in prototypes and learned quickly that getting kids outside is beautiful and chaotic and much easier when everyone is comfortable.
That is when we found merino wool. Soft. Natural. Breathable. Able to handle spills, naps, meltdowns, long drives, cold mornings, warm afternoons, and everything in between. It felt like a superpower for parents who want to give their kids more time outside.
We started Iksplor in Jackson Hole to make clothing that keeps up with real family life. No overthinking. No outfit changes. Just high quality layers that help you get out the door and stay out longer.
Today we create merino gear for babies, kids, adults, and nursing parents. We design every piece with comfort, simplicity, and durability in mind. We build clothing families can rely on through hand me downs, growth spurts, and big adventures.
We are not just a small business. We are a community of nature loving families who believe childhood is better outside. We are here to support you with the gear you need and the inspiration to explore more.
Thanks for being here. We are thrilled to share the journey with you.
Kailey and Karissa
Founders, sisters, moms, and lifelong explorers
Karissa grew up in the mountains and never outgrew her love for fresh air and open spaces. Today she is a mom to two adventurous girls and one of the sisters behind Iksplor. She brings the heart of the brand to life through her photography and her belief that families belong outside. Whether she is chasing good light, skiing with her kids, or dreaming up the next piece of merino magic, Karissa is always exploring and always creating.
Kailey is the creative heartbeat of Iksplor. As a mom of three adventurous girls, she understands how much comfort, simplicity, and durability matter when families head outside. She brings that same care to every design and every visual detail of the brand. Her background in graphic design and her love for the mountains shape the colors, textures, and stories you see across Iksplor. When she is not dreaming up new ideas or building our next campaign, she is outside with her girls soaking up the small moments that inspire her work.
Every brand needs a backbone and ours is Barb. As Chief Mom Officer and grandmother to five adventurous kids, she brings joy, reassurance, and the perfect dose of real talk to our days. She lifts our spirits, keeps us steady through the chaos of small business life, and makes sure we never forget why we started.
made for good, born for adventure.
We care deeply about protecting the places we love. By choosing natural materials like merino wool and making thoughtful decisions at every step, we are working to keep the outdoors beautiful for future generations of iksplorers.
