Samantha Sleeper

Samantha Sleeper is an American fashion designer from Highland Park, Illinois[1] where she graduated from Highland Park High School in 2005. Sleeper earned a BFA, from Parsons The New School of Design in 2009 where she majored in Fashion Design.[2][3] Her first collection landed the cover of Women's Wear Daily as part of their "Globe Runners" article.[4][5]

Known for her delicate detailing and commitment to sustainability, the Samantha Sleeper brand maintains a cult following.[6] After launching her Bridal line, it was named a brand to watch by leading bridal publication, the Knot. "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."[7] Sleeper often discusses work/life balance after the birth of her son in 2013.[8]

In 2019 Sleeper was included in a Forbes Magazine article titled,"7 Innovative Entrepreneurs Revolutionizing The Wedding Industry" in which Forbes called Samantha Sleeper “the wedding dress whisperer” [9]

Sleeper is the designer of celebrity wedding dresses including country singer Carly Pearce [10] and actress Jamie Hyder.[11]

In 2016 Sleeper launched her second company, Swan Bridesmaid, rooted in sustainability.[12]

References
  1. "Samantha Sleeper Launches Her Line at Sarca". Retrieved 2016-11-27.
  2. Area, 7x7 Bay (2010-06-02). "Rising Star: NPRPA's Samantha Sleeper". 7x7 Bay Area. Retrieved 2016-11-27.
  3. "Samantha Sleeper Launches Her Line at Sarca". Retrieved 2016-11-27.
  4. "BFA Fashion Design – Parsons School of Fashion". fashion.parsons.edu. Retrieved 2016-11-27.
  5. Staff, WWD (2010-04-27). "Globe Runners: Fresh Talent From Around the World". WWD. Retrieved 2016-11-27.
  6. "Samantha Sleeper". Cool Hunting. Retrieved 2016-11-27.
  7. "11 Wedding Dress Designers to Watch". theknot.com. Retrieved 2016-11-27.
  8. Kelly Wallace (11 February 2014). "Breadwinner moms may be less happy, says survey - CNN.com". CNN. Retrieved 2016-11-27.
  9. "7 Innovative Entrepreneurs Revolutionizing the Wedding Industry". Forbes.
  10. "Why Carly Pearce Chose Two (Short!) Wedding Dresses: 'It Felt Like Something Dolly Would Have Worn'".
  11. "Jamie Gray Hyder and Michael Trotter's Wedding and Parade at NYC Pride".
  12. "Shopping Spy". SPLASH. 2016-08-25. Retrieved 2016-11-27.
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