The Kaia Dress offers sophistication with a sweet touch. Featuring dramatic 3D floral appliqués, as well as boning for support and comfort. The Kaia Dress offers sophistication with a sweet touch. Featuring dramatic 3D floral appliqués, as well as boning for support and comfort. Helsi — a namesake of the founder’s mother, meaning “independent,” “confident,” and “ambitious” — designs hand-crafted, special occasion garments. Focusing on boutique pieces, Helsi’s team of artisans carefully crafts dimensional florals and trims with embroidery, feather, and pearl accents.