Sleeper is a Ukrainian fashion brand of multifunctional apparel founded in 2014 on the idea of the "First Walking Sleepwear" — clothing worn both at home and outdoors.
Founded by former fashion editors Kate Zubarieva and Asya Varetsa with startup capital of just $2,000 and a single seamstress, Sleeper was named brand of the month by then Vogue Italy editor Franca Sozzani within months. A linen line followed in 2015, a bridal collection in 2016, and the Party Pajamas in 2017 — which reached the covers of British Cosmopolitan and Tatler.
Made in Kyiv with a commitment to artisan craft, Sleeper expanded into footwear and swimwear and counts Katy Perry, Brie Larson and Lena Dunham among its customers. In 2019 its founders joined the European Forbes 30 Under 30, and its collections are carried by Net-a-Porter, Saks Fifth Avenue and Harrods across more than 30 markets.
Kyiv · 2014
Founded by Kate Zubarieva & Asya Varetsa
First Walking Sleepwear
Forbes 30 Under 30, 2019