Meet The Designer

Motasem

The name “Motasem” mean "having an attractive, imposing appearance. A suggestive of health and strength; good-looking and beautiful", which sums up the mood for the label

The luxury label was founded in 2007 to provide women with more choices of ready-to-wear cocktail and wedding dresses. The idea for the label was born when head designer, Sabina Motasem Ali, was approached again and again to create cocktail-style wedding dresses that could be worn after the big day was over. The range has since developed to also include organic options, day-to-evening dresses and fun summer dresses.

Motasem dresses radiate a cool, understated glamour and are cherished for their quirky details, feminine drapes, silky fabrics and fluid shapes. Oozing simplicity and elegance, the dresses are timeless and trans-seasonal, making them great investment pieces for any professional women looking for sexy and comfortable dresses. Sabina is passionate about creating clothes that flatter women

The ivory coloured dresses are the perfect for brides looking for the ethical alternative to the wedding dress. The range includes cocktail dresses, day-to-evening dresses and options to choose organic materials.

The Nightingale dress is a perfect blend of Grecian and Nautical themes, the theme for Spring/Summer 08. It's versatility and popularity has found its way from Spring/Summer onto the forthcoming Autumn/Winter range, which is a collection of smart and sexy dresses in blues and greys.
In February 2007, Sabina was fortunate enough to spend time with the late Dame Anita Roddick, who advised her on how to develop her ethical ideas for Motasem. She was incredibly inspiring and supportive. It is sad she is no longer with us, but her legacy lives on.
All dresses are ethically produced in London and Europe, available in sizes 8 - 16 and have prices starting from £349 for cocktail dresses and from £500 for full length gowns. Most of the dresses are available to purchase on a "made-to-order" basis with a delivery of 3-4 weeks. Sabina Ali has worked for a wealth of brands such as Jigsaw, Marks & Spencer, NafNaf, Conde Nast and Virgin Clothing Company.