"I started Sotela in 2016 after dreaming of an ethical, inclusive, and sustainable clothing line that would adapt to my ever changing body. The majority of my clothing was too tight and made me feel uncomfortable and I woke up every day dreading my morning routine of staring at my closet with nothing to wear.

In speaking with friends, I realized I wasn’t alone–so many experience the same frustrating routine of trying to find something that fits. Our bodies change all the time— we get bloated, pregnant, lose weight, gain weight— but the fit of our clothes doesn't often reflect that physical reality. 

So I created Sotela. I believe you should reach into your closets and have multiple pieces that will always fit, and better yet, make you feel confident. While the company has evolved since our early days, our dedication to inclusivity, sustainability, and ethical production has only deepened."

As a team of majority Latin women including our founder, Sotela is rooted in our heritage. To us, we show up unapologetically bold and strong, and design with that in mind. Our Latin roots have informed our designs and culture–from the naming of each garment to the Spanish we speak in our studio with our vendors, and our desire to show up fully and proudly as who we are. “Sotela” comes from the Spanish word “tela” which means “fabric”. The “so” comes from “sew” and combined “sew fabric” speaks to our ethical, handmade design process and Latin roots.