Fashion Designer Ella Pritsker of Ella Pritsker Coutre, is known for her timeless designs and classic trademark suits. Her style is elegant and sophisticated, paired with great attention to detail.

While living in Europe as a young woman, she met three “Old World” designers who introduced her to the fine art of hand stitched custom coutre. She found her calling and loves to share her knowledge! From patternmaking to production, marketing and being featured in New York Fashion Week, Ella has led promising designers on the journey to making their dreams become a reality. Ella created the Maryland Academy of Couture Arts, later to be named the Maryland Center of Fashion Design to preserve the fine art of couture.

With numerous honors for her contributions to the design arts in Maryland, Ella has also advised corporate clients such as the U.S. Department of Defense and global giants such as UnderArmour. Her designs also appoint the closets of many private, high level executive clients, political leaders and society leaders.