I took a class with Elle and the focus was the fundamentals of embrodery. She was patient, clear and fun! I loved the class. I had never done anything like that and I really enjoyed my time in the class. She is a gem, a true artist and teacher. I am confident she thrives in whatever she is creating and getting into. Elle is the best!

Elle led our high school sewing and upcycling class with thoughtfulness, structure, and deep care for young people. What began as a pilot offering quickly became the most requested class from our partner school, a testament to the way students felt seen, capable, and creatively activated in her space.
Elle approaches teaching as both skill-building and confidence-building. She creates an environment where experimentation is welcomed, mistakes are part of the learning process, and students are encouraged to express their individuality through craft. Her curriculum is organized and accessible, yet expansive enough to allow students to take ownership of their ideas and designs.
What stands out most is her ability to cultivate trust with youth. She holds high expectations while remaining patient and grounded, guiding students toward technical proficiency without losing sight of joy and self-expression. She's the best!

I had the opportunity hire Elle as a sewing and upcycling instructor for our weeklong family camp program. She is knowledgeable and patient, and she creates an inclusive environment where students feel confident learning new skills. Her classes are well organized, engaging, and accessible for beginners while still inspiring creativity. One thing that stood out about Elle’s teaching was her ability to meet each participant exactly where they were, whether they were threading a needle for the first time or refining advanced techniques, and guide them with care, clarity, and encouragement. I would highly recommend her for any teaching opportunity.

ElleRali is super fun to work with! I took a week long upcycling work shop with her and transformed a beloved but falling apart jacket into a beloved and extra fly vest with colorful crossstitched sleeves! My daughter also took this workshop and ElleRali was able to teach multiple levels and abilities in the same class and challenge each student just the right amount. Super fun- highly recommend!!! ❤️😺🦊

I had so much fun in Elle’s upcycle class at family camp. I brought a favorite denim chambray shirt which I figured would only be good for cutting. Not so! Elle showed me how to alter it so it fits AND incorporates batiks for flair. Now I look at my clothes as opportunities for personalizing instead of too-small disappointments.

My daughter and I were lucky enough to learn with Elle for a week at a family arts camp. We took a class called Junk to Funk and we had so much fun taking reviving pieces from home and making them new to us thanks to Elle’s gentle guidance. She is organized, clear, and concise.

Elle is a true visionary, actively living a sustainable lifestyle herself, while teaching others how to do the same through her fashionable pieces and education. Her work is so much deeper than super cool aesthetics; Elle truly cares about the earth and the crisis that fast fashion has caused. She operates from an authentic place of care and creativity. Elle is also very friendly, energetic, and genuine. She has immense patience with young children and adults alike. Seeing Elle engage with her loved ones also reflects how much of a light she is to those who are lucky enough to be in her orbit. Elle is an absolute treasure!

I love to support unique artist and I absolutely love my custom crop sweater from Ellerali! The recycled fabric feels high-quality and comfortable, and the color combination is beautiful and bold. Customer service was excellent, she was attentive, responsive, and made sure the sweatshirt was tailored perfectly to my size needs. It’s rare to find a brand that combines sustainability, great mission, great design, and thoughtful service so well. I got lots of compliments with the design. Highly recommend!

A great start to any dress are pockets, but this dress is also comfortable, unique, creative, environmentally conscious, and eye catching! I love the way I feel when I am wearing this dress. THANK YOU for sharing your artistry!

Found this amazing shop at the Chicago OOAK show. Couldn’t resist taking one of their Fly hoodies home with me. I’ve been living in it all week. Looks cute on its own, with leggings, and with a belt! Definitely won’t be my last purchase!

From the moment I discovered ELLERALI, I’ve been consistently impressed by Rachel’s vision and craftsmanship. She brings together bold, cutting-edge design with a deep commitment to sustainability—each piece is rooted in the belief that fashion can be beautiful and mindful. Rachel’s dedication to upcycling, transforming pre-existing fabrics into vibrant statement garments, is both creative and purposeful. She doesn’t just follow trends—she creates them with intention.

Working alongside Rachel, I’ve seen her skillfully merge aesthetics and ethics. Her work isn’t about “green” as a buzzword—it’s about rethinking what fashion can be. The result: garments that feel fresh, confident and uniquely expressive, yet grounded in respect for our planet and its resources.

I wholeheartedly recommend ELLERALI to anyone looking for fashion that makes a statement—both in style and in substance. With Rachel at the helm, you’re not just choosing a piece of clothing; you’re supporting a brand that’s reshaping the narrative around what fashion stands for.

I had the pleasure of inviting Rachel to speak at Scripps College, where she shared her experience as a Filipina American entrepreneur with our students. Her story was deeply inspiring. She spoke candidly about the realities of starting a business, the challenges she’s navigated, and the fulfillment that comes from pursuing work she feels truly called to do. Rachel’s presence is vibrant, creative, and grounded. She is so much more than a clothing designer. She is a multi-talented, thoughtful leader whose clothing line is just the beginning of all she has to offer. Our students left feeling energized and empowered because of her. I’m grateful she joined us and highly recommend her for any speaking engagement or collaboration.

Elle was an absolute pleasure to work with in my piece. She was very detail oriented and followed my requests to the T. I am extremely happy with the results. Amazing work!