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The Dessy Group

A family-run wedding fashion company headquartered in New York City since 1939.

Last updated September 2, 2026

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Overview

The Dessy Group is a small, family-run wedding fashion company headquartered in New York City since 1939. It designs and crafts bridesmaid dresses and special occasion looks, and is recognized for innovative designs, accessible pricing, and exceptional service. The company was founded in 1939 as A & M Rosenthal, producing bridal veils and headpieces designed by founder Margot Rosenthal. Today, it is led by CEO Alan Dessy and CCO Cynthia Vor Broker Dessy, and offers wedding apparel available online and through bridal shops and department stores across the US, Canada, the UK, and Europe.

History

The Dessy Group got its start in 1939 in New York City. Originally known as A & M Rosenthal, it produced bridal veils and headpieces designed by founder Margot Rosenthal. In the 1950s, Margot's daughter Ronnie Dessy and her husband Andrew took the lead, adding bridal and bridesmaid dresses to the line-up. With the third generation, the company became known as The Dessy Group. Ronnie's children, Alan Dessy and Vivian Dessy Diamond, strengthened the focus on bridesmaid dresses and introduced social occasion dresses and menswear. Today, Dessy Group is led by CEO Alan Dessy and CCO Cynthia Vor Broker Dessy.

Products and positioning

Premier destination for modern bridesmaid dresses, formal gowns, flower girl dresses and men's formalwear, recognized for innovative designs, accessible pricing and exceptional service.

  • Dessy Collection

    In-house brand for bridesmaid dresses.

  • After Six

    Partner brand for formal wear.

  • Alfred Sung

    Partner brand for bridesmaid dresses.

  • Cynthia & Sahar

    Partner brand for bridesmaid dresses.

  • Thread Bridesmaid

    Partner brand for bridesmaid dresses.

  • Social Dresses

    Line of social occasion dresses.

  • Lovely Bridesmaids

    Partner brand for bridesmaid dresses.

  • Bella Bridesmaids

    Partner brand for bridesmaid dresses.

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