TIMELESS BRIDAL STYLES INSPIRED BY THE PAST AND
MADE WITH LOVE FOR THE MODERN BRIDE
We value inclusivity, giving back to our community, and creating high-quality products through ethical production practices. Our size-inclusive bridalwear is available in sizes 2-30. And, every piece is designed and made with love in the United States.
Our wedding dresses, bridal jumpsuits, and accessories are a reflection of our creative soul. We look to the past for inspiration. We create looks that speak to modern brides searching for a timeless, chic, and personal style to wear on their wedding day.
We strive to create timeless bridal styles where each is a perfect blend of and .
Our Design Philosophy
past present
Edith Élan brides possess style and confidence, and exudes a joie de vivre. They know who they are and what they want. They are unaffected by passing trends. And instead, seek designs that speak to their unique style and that will withstand the test of time.
élan
[a·län] noun
Energy, style, passion, vigorous spirit, or enthusiasm.
For us, we create our designs to exude élan, but it's more than that. We also design for the bride with élan.
Saying our designs are "ethically made" means that we focus on ethical production and manufacturing processes. In simplest terms, it means:
· We care about the health, safety, and fair compensation of workers. Not only for our employees, but also of workers in businesses we partner with for production.
· We care about the effects the fashion industry has on the earth. Therefore, we consciously produce. We reduce our fabric waste as much as possible when cutting patterns. Fabric remnants are either upcycled or recycled.
· We believe in transparency. From the production cycle, to the person who made the garment, to the origin of our fabrics, we can tell you all of that.
Giving back has always been a matter close to Lourdes's heart (both in her personal and professional life). She also understands the importance of creative expression, and a person's ability to have access to resources which allow for that creative expression.
For these reasons, Edith Élan donates 5% of sales to HEART - An Inclusive Arts Community in Charleston, SC. They are a non-profit organization that provides inclusive music, art, and theatre experiences to connect adults with special needs and their communities. They are a "creative and adventurous family of artists, performers, and all-around creative misfits!"
Edith Élan started as a dream in 2008 during college. It was simply a "one day" statement between two best friends (Gretchen & Lourdes) that became reality in 2014. Before launching the brand, the pair held various positions in the fashion industry. Those invaluable and hands-on experiences, along with their unique design aesthetics, became the foundations for the brand.
The name itself is an homage to the place where the dream started, and to an extraordinary woman who, in her own right, was a pioneer in her field. (Read more about the creation of the brand name on the blog.)
We create our designs using imported fabrics and trims from all over the world. We also work with an amazing embroidery team in India to create the intricate embroideries.
But at the end of the day, every bridal gown, jumpsuit, and accessory is made with love in our studio in Charleston, South Carolina. This is where we cut and sew the fabrics together. And where the final checks are made before the pieces head out to their new homes.
