The Elara Gown
Hand-beaded silk organza
Bespoke Bridal Couture
Gowns as unique as the love they celebrate
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Each Samantha Sleeper gown begins with conversation—understanding not just your aesthetic, but your story. The materials we choose, the embellishments we design, the details we craft all emerge from the unique romance you share. This is couture as connection: heirloom pieces that carry meaning in every thread.
"A gown should feel like a love letter you wear"— Samantha Sleeper
Hand-beaded silk organza
French lace collage
Cascading silk charmeuse
Sculptural mikado
Botanical embroidery
Vintage silk satin
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REAL BRIDES
"Samantha understood our story before we finished telling it."
The Plaza, New York
Custom embroidered silk organza
"Every detail felt like it was made just for me—because it was."
Private Estate, Connecticut
Hand-painted floral appliqué
"I felt like the truest version of myself walking down that aisle."
The Foundry, Brooklyn
Vintage lace collage with pearl beading
THE LOOKBOOK
Moments of beauty, captured
Embroidered bodice detail
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Bride in flowing gown
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Lace sleeve detail
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Editorial shoot NYC
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Hand beading process
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Silk charmeuse gown
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Floral appliqué
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Bride portrait
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Veil in motion
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Button back detail
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Atelier workspace
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Ballgown silhouette
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Real wedding moment
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Pearl embroidery
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City editorial
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Fitting session
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A-line gown
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Bride getting ready
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Fabric selection
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Rooftop editorial
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A care-filled, concierge-level experience
We begin with an in-depth conversation to understand your vision, values, and inspiration. This is where your story begins to take shape in fabric and thread.
Samantha translates your aesthetic and story into refined concept sketches—visual poetry that captures the essence of your gown before a single stitch is made.
Choose from a curated selection of the finest fabrics—and collaborate on custom embellishments designed to reflect your unique love story.
Each gown is realized entirely in-house through couture craftsmanship—hand-beaded accents, intricate appliqué, and meticulous construction resulting in an heirloom-quality piece.
Through thoughtful fittings at your home, our studio in Connecticut, or remotely—we ensure your gown evolves perfectly in fit and form, honoring your body and vision.
"Every stitch tells a story"
Everything you need to know
All of our gowns are cut, created, and finished in house between Connecticut and New York.
We request a 6-9 month lead time, as our gowns are made-to-order, but we can often find solutions for shorter deadlines.
Our gowns are custom made based on your specific measurements. We build a gown that best supports your body. There is no size, shape or height we can't accommodate.
Our goal is to create a gown that best represents you, your love story, and your identity within your marriage. All of our gowns are custom made to each individual client's needs, with the added bonus that as it's made to your measurements, no alterations are needed. We are able to create gowns outside of our collection to meet any imaginable need or desire. We specialize in embroidery and fabric developments, including hand painted, beaded and lace developments.
Designing a custom gown is a collaborative experience. In the muslin stage of your fitting you can review any style changes before we fabricate the final gown.
Custom gowns begin at $10,000 and elevate in price based on fabrics, embroideries and silhouette.
Appropriate foundation garments, such as a strapless bra, nude underwear and a pair of heels.
New client appointments are scheduled for one and a half hours, while fittings are scheduled for one hour. Please note, appointments are automatically cancelled if you are more than thirty minutes late. Out of consideration for our studio time, please call or email prior to the start time if you are running behind so we can best assist you.
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"Using luxe, eco-conscious materials and couture techniques, she creates pieces that are romantic and ladylike with an edgy, bohemian twist... effortless, elegant, and truly unique."The Knot
"Romantic and ethereal"The New York Times
2026 custom brides can submit an inquiry to secure remaining placements
We respond to all inquiries within 48 hours
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