Beauty queen, actress, and entrepreneur Kylie Verzosa, known for her family’s iconic Forest House restaurant in Baguio, has ventured into the business world with her shapewear brand, Sola. After winning the Miss International pageant in 2016 and earning a Business Management diploma from Ateneo de Manila University, Verzosa has been busy attending film festivals, acting, and managing her business.
Verzosa’s passion for fashion and the desire to cater to the Asian body type led her to establish Sola. She saw an opportunity in the market for shapewear and wanted to create pieces that were not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing. The brand focuses on empowering women while providing them with the support and confidence they may need.
Investing in research and development, Verzosa worked with partners to bring her vision to life. She emphasizes that shapewear is more than just lingerie—it’s about enhancing natural beauty and providing extra lift and support. Sola’s name, meaning “sun” in Latin and representing a woman who can stand on her own, embodies the brand’s message of empowerment.
While Verzosa models for Sola, she ensures that the brand represents a variety of body sizes. With a current lineup that appeals to different age groups and body types, including postpartum wear, Sola has seen success within just four months of its launch. Verzosa credits her team of around 40 individuals for helping drive sales and marketing efforts.
Looking ahead, Verzosa hints at possible expansions for Sola, such as introducing shapewear for men, ready-to-wear clothes, and makeup. She envisions continuing to evolve as an entrepreneur and has not ruled out the idea of opening her own restaurant, following in her family’s food industry legacy. With a focus on growth and transformation, Verzosa’s entrepreneurial journey shows no signs of slowing down.
