With a field exploding with talent, you may not have heard of them yet, but with impressive resumes and crazy big talent, it won’t be long before these fashion- forward designers are on top of the must-have lists. See why we’ve fallen in love with these rising bridal designers and why you should take a closer look at their must-have, innovative creations!
Lakum
Sathya Balakumar and Heather Green, the creative geniuses behind Brooklyn based Lakum are changing the way designers think about bridal. Instead of focusing on one dress, the duo designs an entire "suite of looks" that include every dress for the wedding weekend -- from the rehearsal dinner to the morning after brunch. Mixing unique fabrics, textures and modern hand detailing, Lakum's designs go a step beyond the traditional beading, lace and sequins. And not only does the brand's unique "suite" design approach mean a one-of-a-kind style for the entire wedding weekend, they specialize in post-wedding services, including custom dying and cropping, giving a unique and unexpected second life to your wedding day garb!
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Sabrina Dahan
Sabrina Dahan’s passion for bridal is apparent in her soft touch embroidered masterpieces that display immaculate technique, fit and attention to detail. Inspired to launch a couture bridal line by her own love story and engagement, Dahan’s expert technique and keen eye comes from top notch schooling at Otis College of Art and Design and from her hands on experience in the bridal industry for several years. Dahan has been the light and talent behind successes for top couture projects and design houses, including the likes of Monique Lhuillier. As her collections come to life, Dahan's unique originality shines through embodying a sense of romance that will resonate with each bride embarking on her own love story.
Della Giovanna
After attending The Fashion Institute of Technology for Design, Michelle Della Giovanna immediately started working with mentor Malan Breton. During her time at Malan Breton she discovered her love of gowns and decided her true calling was bridal fashion. She launched her first line of Della Giovanna in the Fall of 2014 with bridal separates. Fiercely extravagant and fearlessly modern the Della Giovanna collection is bold and edgy. Perfect for a bride looking to make a statement, this designer blends traditional bridal silhouettes with sculptural elements rendering an innovative bridal moment fit for a modern and edgy bride.
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Krikor Jabotian
A fresh graduate of l’Ecole Superieure des Arts et techniques de la Mode in Beirut, Krikor Jabotian began his career at Elie Saab. After his tenure there, Krikor stepped out and began developing his own independent designs and was selected by Starch foundation, a non-profit organization founded by Maison Rabih Kayrouz, to showcase his work. It was the first collection he designed under his own name, marking the beginning of his independent career. After the success of Starch, Krikor set up his own atelier at the young age of 23. Not just a designer Krikor is a visionary creating the most exquisite creations with ornate embroidery and one-of-a-kind silhouettes. Bringing to life a bride’s every desire, Krikor is more than just a custom designer he is a visionary atelier.
Katie Fong
Inspired by the artisan traditions of the great American and European ateliers and a bucolic yet enlightened childhood in Greenwich, Connecticut, Katie Fong creates limited production and custom apparel for the most discerning woman and their most important life moments. She believes clothing should be as beautiful on the inside as it is on the outside and insists on the highest level of exquisite craftsmanship and detail. Her unique designs range from gowns to short dresses and separates made of the finest fabrics, laces and embroidery to give women a sense of confidence and playfulness as they celebrate the notion of timeless elegance. For a picturesque wedding on the harbor or a garden setting, Katie Fong’s designs enhance the natural beauty of each bride and make wedding day dressing simply beautiful!
Yousef Al Jasmi
Yousef Al Jasmi boasts a long list of famous Arab celebrities including Shirine Abdulwahab, Nawal Alzuhgbi, Madiline Matar as well as American starlets like Lady Gaga, J-Lo and Taylor Swift . In 2008, Yousef opened his first boutique in Kuwait to provide his clientele with an unrivaled array of hand-stitched designs and intricately detailed creations. Celebrated for his natural ability to create artistic designs, the Kuwait-based designer of Al-Jasmi, is renowned for his creativity to transcend everyday trends into vintage works of art. From ethereal bridal wear to playful prêt-a-porter, Yousef collections are all about revealing the power of femininity and allowing a bride to step out in the most luxurious of fashions on her big day.
Luke Aaron
With an appreciation for past tradition while embracing modern reinterpretation, Luke Aaron creates bridal designs that evoke a time of the past. An avid history buff, he draws inspiration from Boston's early American history with feelings of stately elegance and weathered utilitarianism. Taking his background in theatrical design, Luke creates a visual narrative through each collection in which the wearer becomes the muse. Looking to create a vintage inspired theme with stately elements? Then dawning a Luke Aaron creation is perfect for the bride who wants to take a step back in time.
Taner Tabakli
Taner Tabaklı is an Haute Couture designer that graduated from the University of Dokuz Eylul, Fine Arts and studied accessory design. During his studies, he showcased his designs in Galata Moda, IFW, IZFAS Ayakkabı Yaz and his latest showing was at the IF Wedding Fashion Izmir Fuarı. A designer of bridal footwear, accessories and gowns his work evokes an ethereal, playful, sexy and artful tone while keeping structural design elements in mind. With a clear vision and craftsman like execution his designs will soon be on the top of your wedding day must-have list.
Samantha Sleeper
Samantha Sleeper is a unique voice in the luxury market, precisely meeting the intent, tastes and values of the new bride. With an aim to capture the essence of what it is to be modern and in love, this atelier shopping experience is carefully curated to appeal to the free-spirited, elegant, cool, gracious person who thinks beyond the traditional wedding scape. Specializing in handmade and often one-of-a-kind gowns, Samantha Sleeper reflects the lifestyle and vision of today’s modern, fashion-forward millennial. The marriage of sustainability and flower power, Samantha Sleeper Bridal is a luxurious and gorgeous movement in the traditional bridal scene.
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Article written by: Elaina Moore