Business Details
39 Years
experience
Bespoke Bridal & Evening Wear in Redfern | Collezione Santina Couture
Established in 1987, Collezione Santina Couture has been crafting bespoke bridal and evening wear for over three decades. Our designs celebrate individuality, sustainability, and traditional craftsmanship, using globally sourced silks, laces, and tulles. Led by couturire Santina Porpiglia and her mother Iolanda, we combine multi-generational expertise with innovative design to create wearable art. Our Redfern atelier serves as a hub for sustainable luxury, supporting local communities and the LGBTQI+ sector through creative collaborations and charitable initiatives.Every garment is handmade to order, ensuring no two designs are ever identical. Recognised in prestigious fashion circles, our creations grace red carpets and art biennales worldwide. We prioritise client connection, offering tailored consultations and fostering a legacy of ethical fashion. Our ready-to-wear collections under the Ms Santina label extend this philosophy to diverse occasions, maintaining our commitment to quality and originality.
Services
Bridal Gowns
Evening Wear
Mother of the Bride/Groom
Bridesmaids
Ready-to-Wear Collections
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We offer over 35 years of expertise in bespoke couture design.
- Our garments use sustainably sourced global silks and traditional techniques.
- Each creation is uniquely tailored to reflect the client's personality.
- We support local communities and LGBTQI+ initiatives through events.
- Our designs grace international red carpets and art biennales.
Services
Bridal Gowns
Our bridal gowns combine timeless elegance with modern design, crafted from premium silks and laces. Each piece is bespoke, ensuring a perfect fit and unique expression of the wearer's personality. Sustainable practices underpin every creation.
Evening Wear
Handmade evening wear features intricate detailing and luxurious fabrics, designed for red-carpet events or formal occasions. Garments are tailored to reflect individual style while maintaining classic sophistication and comfort.
Mother of the Bride/Groom
Elegant attire for mothers of the couple, balancing contemporary trends with timeless design. Each outfit is crafted to complement the wedding theme while ensuring comfort and confidence on the big day.
Bridesmaids
Customisable bridesmaid dresses that harmonise with the bridal vision. Available in various styles and sustainable fabrics, ensuring comfort and style for all attendants across diverse body types.
Ready-to-Wear Collections
The Ms Santina label offers accessible, sustainably made garments for special occasions. These pieces retain couture quality while providing quicker delivery options for those seeking luxury without bespoke timelines.
People
Santina Porpiglia
Couturire & Fashion Designer
Third-generation couturire with over 35 years of experience, blending Italian textile heritage with Australian creativity. Known for sustainable luxury and community advocacy, her work appears in global fashion publications and red carpets.
Iolanda Porpiglia
Master Dressmaker
Nonagenarian dressmaking legend with 70+ years of experience, mentoring emerging talent and preserving traditional techniques. Her craftsmanship remains integral to the atelier's identity and quality standards.
Questions
Do you offer ready-to-wear options?
Yes, our Ms Santina label provides ready-to-wear bridal and evening gowns in sizes 6-26, handmade in our Redfern atelier.
Are your designs sustainable?
We prioritise sustainability through ethically sourced fabrics and traditional techniques that minimise waste.
Can I customise my gown?
Yes, our couture process involves collaborative design, fabric selection, and fittings to create a unique garment.
Do you support local charities?
We actively fundraise for Tour De Cure and host community events supporting LGBTQI+ and creative industries.
Reviews (7)
Ashleigh Weetman
Jun 11, 2021
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Santina is an amazing designer with an eye for the female form. Her designs and materials are always beautiful and high quality and the customer service is second to none. I don't shop anywhere else.
Cat Heaphy
Jun 06, 2020
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Santina's experience as both a designer and dress maker means she can not only create a dress that flatters your figure but also make a unique piece that matches your personality. If you are looking for a bespoke dress for your wedding or a special event, I highly recommend.
Jane Berry
Sep 09, 2019
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Santina designed and created a beautiful vintage style wedding dress for me. It was unique, glamorous and simply gorgeous. From start to finish, she communicated well, had a great sense of humour and I looked forward to every fitting. Thanks Santina!
Angeline Raggett
Aug 15, 2019
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Amazing customer service! High quality dress!
Was super friendly and super helpful! Without her services i might not have looked as amazing as people had told me on the night of my schools Music Festival Performance! I highly recommend getting your dress from here. I will certainly go back for my formal dress for sure!
Was super friendly and super helpful! Without her services i might not have looked as amazing as people had told me on the night of my schools Music Festival Performance! I highly recommend getting your dress from here. I will certainly go back for my formal dress for sure!
Nicky ThimbleInk
Jan 14, 2019
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Outstanding customer service and high quality alterations. I had bought a linen bustier and trouser set but two sizes too big (only size left) and Santina and her mother made exquisite alterations and the garment now fits like a glove! I can't fault their service or quality in any way. I will definitely come back again to have something made to order. Love Love Love Santina!!
Malika Krishnadasan
Oct 14, 2018
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The experience with Santina for my ball gown has been truly memorable. From the initial consultation for the dress design to subsequent fittings, Santina and her team have shown incredible attention to detail and professionalism. Their fabric is exquisite and I would not hesitate to recommend Collezione Santina to anyone who would want to treat themselves or another to couture.
Ashley Cook
Jun 09, 2018
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Having seen Santinas handiwork before, she was the first (and only) stop when wedding dress shopping. She created the most beautiful wedding dress and every visit to her store was filled with love and laughter.
