Meet The Designers

 Leah Nicole Langley-McClean is a Chicago native that studied accounting at The Tennessee State University.  

Leah transitioned into bridal in 2015 while she planned for her very own wedding. She struggled with the decision to make her own gown or buy off the rack. She experienced dresses not fitting right, a very limited selection for her size, pushy and just down right bad customer service, and the constant reminder that due to her shape she would have to spend a pretty penny on alterations. Beyond all of this each dress that she did try on was always missing something. With that being said, it was obvious what she needed to do, so she designed and sewed a one of a kind couture gown for herself.  

elleNelle Bridal caters to the modern high fashion bride who creates her own rules. elleNelle design aesthetic is contemporary, clean, and sleek. 

 After obtaining a BA Fine Art (Textile Design) Degree from Obafemi Awolowo University, Ife, Nigeria and Diplomas in both Womenswear and Menswear from Paris Academy School of Fashion, London, UK, Yemi Established Kosibah in London in 1991 and is now based in Brooklyn NYC. 

 Osunkoya draws inspirations from his international travels as well as many other art forms including the ballet, and contemporary painting. Spending countless hours studying the work of legends like Dior, Balenciaga, and Givenchy, who felt the foundation of the garment was as important as its exterior 

Cynthia studied the art of Bespoke Tailoring at the London College of Fashion before going on to work in the fashion industry for brands such as Mulberry, the late Alexander McQueen, Pronovias, Suzanne Neville, Emilia Wickstead, Giles Deacon, Roland Mouret, Victoria Beckham, Karen Millen, Mathew Williamson, Nicole Farhi, etc.

Working in the fashion industry for many years for high-end designers enabled her to master the skills required to create high-quality garments from luxury fabrics.  And that experience means that Cynthia is one a few highly skilled London Wedding Dressmakers & Designers who can achieve impeccably fitted gowns with appropriate balance and style for every woman. 

Over 40 years of experience designing exquisite gowns for high society Cynthia's meticulous attention to details is the highlight of true British craftsmanshi

Graduated in fashion design from the London College of Fashion, Valentine a Belgian designer worked for more than 10 years for prestigious international houses such as Alexander McQueen, Alexis Mabille and San Andrès Milano. 

 From the first sketch to the finished product passing by the paper pattern, each pieces is made by hand in my Brussels workshop. The perfect equation to give you that feeling of intimate luxury and discreet elegance that only bespoke craftsmanship can provide. Valentine Avoh offers light, refined and playful wedding dresses in a Haute Couture spirit, combining surprising details and timeless cuts. 

 Odylyne The Ceremony is a line of exquisite gowns for brides designed by Stephanie White. With an ethereal and free-spirited approach to bridal, each of the dresses embody the deep emotion, sensibility and beauty of the life and art. Stephanie's collections tie in the feelings of the traditional foundations of marriage to the exotic and unfamiliar, while harnessing the power of the imagination to envision and to escape. The ethereal element is ever present in each style with a twist of romance and deep appreciation of all the delicate moments of the ceremony. 

Andrea Pitter is a proud graduate of th Fashion Institute & Technology. For the past 10 years Andrea has been on a mission to transform engaged women into breathtaking brides with her stunning collections. Known for pairing signature classic silhouettes and modern details.

Winner of Making The Cut Season 2 on Amazon Prime. 

Pantora's mission is to provide fashion forward wedding wear with an inclusive, feel good experience. Representing the unrepresented in mainstream bridal’ and taking center stage with notable mentions from publications such as Vogue Paris, The Knot, Brides, and Essence.

Keo Cook is the self taught sewist and creative entrepreneur behind Keo Bridal. Born and raised in Maryland, she's inspired by all things dramatic, modern and intricate. Her sewing journey began at age 11 and flourished. 

Keo has created custom gowns, released ready-to-wear collections and showcased twice during New York Fashion Week. Her love and admiration for "all things weddings" inspired her to relaunch as a bridal brand on March 1st, 2020. 

Prior to relaunching, Keo worked as a bridal alterations manager where she altered hundreds of wedding gowns. The overwhelming feeling of pure joy that she felt after seeing how her work made women feel so beautiful and special was a feeling she'll cherish forever. 

Keo Bridal wedding gowns are romantic, filled with imagination, nostalgic intimate detail and love.  

Whitney Stephenson born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio is a self-taught designer and owner of Lee Jerome By Whitney Stephenson. Lee Jerome was born out of love and prosperity from Whitney's children's clothing business IMPKidz that is dedicated to her son Phoenix who was born at 28 weeks with Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome. 

Whitney decided to expand into bridal after being asked to curate prom gowns and a wedding gown for a bridal boutique. Since the start of custom gowns Whitney has excelled with custom creations.

Each gown is handmade with love, dedication and time.

Jasmyne Summers is an Atlanta based women’s wear designer and founder of Page XVII By Jasmyne S., Inc. She was born in Augusta, Ga, raised in Statesboro, Ga, and currently resides in Atlanta, Ga, where she is building her brand.  

Jasmyne graduated Cum Laude from South Carolina State University with a degree in Family and Consumer Sciences Business – Fashion Merchandising. Although she had a passion for fashion and sewing since the age of 8, her Fashion Degree along with highly appreciated training from Master Tailor, James McFarland, better known as “Gentleman Jim”, has given her the skills needed to grow as an individual and designer.

Page XVII By Jasmyne S., Inc. was founded in August of 2014 and can be described as chic, classic, elegant and for the woman who has a story to tell! 

Before we were born God had a plan and a destiny for our lives, but only through His guidance are we able to fully walk in our purpose and fulfill what He has called us to accomplish on this earth. Page XVII is more than just a brand, it’s a lifestyle. This brand is for the woman who knows her value and worth. 

Lourdes Castañeda whose creative soul is the Mexican-American fashion designer and sole owner of Edith Élan. A designer of timeless bridal styles inspired by the past for today's modern bride. Edith Elan collections are designed and made with love in their studio located in Charleston, SC. 

"Edith Élan is no one person. The name is an embodiment of who we are as a brand, and a reflection of our brides: strength, style, vivacity, energy."
- Lourdes