Couture Journey
Sant Elia specialises in custom bridal couture. The Sant Elia custom service is a truly unique experience for brides who wish to collaborate and create a one-off bridal look.
From first sketch to final look, Creative Director Stephanie Caltabiano brings the unique vision of each bride to life with the brand's signature modern flair and artistry.
Each custom couture design is delicately handcrafted by Stephanie and her team of bridal artisans in the Sydney Atelier, where the bride will revisit for her fittings throughout the gown's journey.
Embark on your journey as a Sant Elia custom couture bride.
Our Creative Director
Loyal to her métier as Creative Director and Founder, Stephanie Caltabiano bridges the gap between traditional bridal couture and modern creative expression. After graduating in 2012 with a Bachelor of Design in Fashion and Textiles at the University of Technology Sydney, Stephanie had several years of industry experience working across fast-fashion to high-end brands.
Looking to fulfill her creative visions Stephanie moved into couture and founded Sant Elia. To Stephanie, Sant Elia is more than a labour of love, it’s the tangible expression of bringing one's dream to life. Stephanie devotes her time and expertise to her brides creating invaluable experiences, imparting a piece of her heart with every creation from the Sant Elia Atelier.
Our story
Established in 2014 as a project of love to explore the artistry of bridal fashion, Sant Elia has evolved into one of Sydney’s premium couture bridal labels. At the helm, Creative Director and Founder Stephanie Caltabiano is mused by the individual bride, her sense of style and modes of self expression.
Stephanie creates for the purpose of giving life to each unique vision with Sant Elia’s signature charm and an aura of sophistication. Synonymous with the vivacious strength of women, Sant Elia remains authentic to Stephanie’s mediterrean roots which extends into the Atelier experience, where each bride is personally welcomed and consulted by Stephanie and her team of artisans, as part of the family.
Our brands
Designed and hand-made in our Sydney studio
S.e by Sant elia
S.E by Sant Elia infuses romantic silhouettes and chic modernism in a collection of robes and intimates. S.E is designed for brides who wish to include Sant Elia in their special day from getting ready with their bridesmaids to slipping back into a luxurious robe after their day of celebrating in a Sant Elia gown; or to those who just want a little piece of S.E.
Available to shop on our e-boutique and in-store.
Sant Elia
Specialising in bespoke bridal fashion with a unique modern flair, each Sant Elia collection is designed and crafted by hand in the Sydney Sant Elia atelier by a team of bridal artisans. Each couture piece is made-to-order, ensuring in-depth attention to detail and high-end quality finishes.
Sant Elia has expanded its brand to include Separates and Demi-Couture, now available to shop on our e-boutique or in-store by appointment.
Bambini by Sant Elia
Bambini by Sant Elia specialises in custom couture for children. Reminiscent of traditional Italian culture and designed with the intention of becoming a family heirloom for future generations. Bambini by Sant Elia designs are produced with intricate lace and hand pearl beading.
To find out more about our custom designs best suited for Flower Girls, Page Boys, Christening or Baptism events contact us. View our creations here
The Atelier
Established in 2014 at our first studio in Leichhardt, Sant Elia relocated in 2016 to our permanent studio and showroom in Petersham, where we continue to design and create on-site.
We welcome you into the luminous world of Sant Elia.
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