Ela é. [She is.]: an affirmative statement declaring that the garment—and more importantly, the human wearing it—simply is. We are a European-infused lifestyle brand focused on the power of re-lived + re-loved clothing. We push boundaries of where fashion stops + art begins. We push boundaries where feminine traits start + stop within streetwear, menswear, & society. All garments and artwork available are pre-loved and have been altered with care to encourage us all to live, love, + wear responsibly.
“In this show, I am showcasing the art side of the brand. My exploration of fashion and art has guided me to passionately create wearable art and frame*able fashion, always seeking to push the expectations and boundaries of where fashion and art live.
All frames, fabrics, and trims were sourced ethically. Many have been in my care for up to 20 years, traveling between countries and building a home many times over with me. In each piece I have shown here, I have poured not just my time but my love and intention into them—in hopes that you feel embraced and cared for when surrounded by even just one of them.”
— Ana Lowe, Ela é. founder and artist
Artist Bio:
I began to express myself through art since as long as I can remember. My loved ones, especially my parents, and my home [Lisbon, Portugal] have constantly inspired me to create through any medium I could get my hands on; because of this fascination with creating something out of nothing, I have built up a portfolio of work, including painting, illustrating, graphic design, creative direction, styling, & more. Currently, I am focused on curating my brand, Ela é., and exploring who I am as a fashion and contemporary artist.