Born in Hartford, CT, Matthew developed an early interest for art through his Grandmother Sylvia; a painter, who taught him multiple forms of medium and creative expression. Through this artistic encouragement and experimental trials with crafting jewelry, drawing, and photography, Matthew would later find his love for fashion.
As an undergraduate Business student attending Eastern Connecticut State University; in his dorm room, Matthew began to self educate on methods of sewing, garment construction and draping with common household items, materials and fabrications.
Professionally Matthew later studied and developed a career as a tailor with focusses on luxury bridal and womenswear fashions. With years centered within alterations, fine finishing, and garment construction, Matthew has developed his core concept of expressive minimalism.
In 2011 Matthew launched his self titled collection, Matthew Reisman; developing womenswear and menswear exploring concepts of tailoring, drama, simplicity, ease and gender.
Having work featured in several fashion publications and designs worn by a list of celebrity clientele (i.e. Issa Rae, Lizzo, Kalen Allen, Wendy Williams, Bebe Rexha, Tess Holliday and more), Matthew continues to develop the evolutions of the Matthew Reisman brand in NYC.
