FITTING THE BRIDE

"Art is not what you see but is what you can make others see" - Degas

A wedding gown is unlike any other garment you will wear in your life. It has the opportunity to emote identity, values and expression of a new life you are choosing to embark on from that day forward. By nature, fashion lends itself to be a catalyst for meaning, and that is why working with each bride on there custom gown is so meaningful to our studio. We aim to create gowns that are known for there attention to detail, and fashion forward approach. Each piece is custom designed and handcrafted in our New York studio, resulting in an intimate experience & a hyper-romantic, ethereal gown for the modern bride. When you choose Samantha Sleeper to create your gown, you are choosing an intimate, care filled experience where your gown is customized at every step of the way. Fittings are scheduled periodically in the process to ensure a perfect fit. 

DETAILS: EMBROIDERY

In the early morning studio hours, before the hustle of clicking keys to reply to emails or the whir of sewing machines, I usually get to take a moment to take in the calm of the space, illuminated by the breaking day light and appreciate the details of the work we do. Recently, as we are neck deep in wrapping up our Spring 2017 collection, I have been trying to take more time out to appreciate the effect of a few hundred hours of bead work to create the final gown, and the meditate on the practice of hand stitching, and the patience we can sew into each dress.

This season is a play and celebration of hand techniques, as we experiment with unexpected materials, textures and mixed motifs. I can't wait to share the full collection on October 6th!

xoxo,

Samantha

photo: hallie duesenberg http://hallieduesenberg.com/

dress: samantha sleeper

New Style: Isadora in White

The Knot names Samantha Sleeper one of Six Bridal designers to watch!

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6 Wedding Dress Designers to Watch

You may not have heard of all of them yet, but with impressive resumes and big talent, it won't be long before these fashion-forward designers make their mark on the bridal scene. From new talent to buzz-worthy labels, here's our list of designers you won’t want to miss.

#2

Who: Samantha Sleeper

An alumna of Parsons the New School for Design, Samantha Sleeper has made a name for herself creating beautiful, detail-oriented pieces for women looking for designs that reflect their unique sensibilities.

Why You'll Love Her:
Using luxe, eco-conscious materials and couture techniques, she creates pieces that are romantic and ladylike with an edgy, bohemian twist. In her debut collection, she plays with color, classic silhouettes, airy fabrics and lace to create dresses that are effortless, elegant and truly unique.