About Gwendolyn Gleason Couture

Gwendolyn Gleason

“My inspiration comes from the portraits from the turn of the century, when women epitomized romanticism, sensuality, and elegance in a statement of refined femininity.”

Gwendolyn Gleason creates her couture collection of bridal and eveningwear with definite European romanticist flair and nostalgia. She transforms luxurious fabrics into works of art. Pieces that are, in essence, timeless.

For a decade, Gleason worked as a design consultant in Italy, for major design houses in the sport industry and only recently returned to the United States, bringing with her inspiration and insight. Her travels took her to Paris, London, Prague, Amsterdam and Berlin as well, where she immersed herself in culture and couture and was featured in Italian fashion magazines like Mondo Uomo and Uomo Vogue.

Gwendolyn’s passions soon led her to the indulgences of the Italian lifestyle. She moved to Italy in 1988. She soon began to work as a consultant for ski wear manufactures and top sportswear designers all over Italy and Europe.

But her native America still called to her so she returned in the spring of 1997 to regroup and handle family responsibilities.

“My design philosophy embraces a woman’s femininity. My clothing details flatter the shape and diminish imperfections…making the body look slender and trim…with colors that are flattering to all skin types, not following any color forecast.

Each piece is designed with the most discriminating client in mind. From the delicate detail in her bridal and evening couture to the fine finishes in the line of sculptures accessories, Gwendolyn’s designs are beautifully unique.