About
Carlota Barrera is the founder and creative director of her eponymous brand, recipient of the Vogue Fashion Fund in Spain in 2019 and MCDM 2022, the latter honouring her commitment to the preservation and evolution of craftsmanship and cultural heritage.
Founded in London in 2019 and utilising Carlota’s queer female gaze as a key reference on perspective, the brand explores modern reinterpretations of classic garments, celebrating Spanish heritage, queer history, and evolving identities. Characterised by an interplay between simplicity and boldness, the pieces embody a study of the balance between timelessness and contemporaneity, between sobriety and sensuality. With local production, shows at London Fashion Week, events in Paris, London, and Milan, and internationally renowned retailers, Carlota Barrera has presented collections and collaborated with artisans, artists, creatives, and global brands from its inception to the present day.
After completing her studies at Central Saint Martins and IED, and earning a Master's degree in Menswear and Tailoring at London College of Fashion, Carlota Barrera gained experience working at fashion houses before developing her master's collection. Titled 'The Matador and The Fisherman' and presented in collaboration with Spanish artisans, the collection laid the groundwork for her brand.