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The Story Behind America’s Last Fabric Flower Factory
Since 1916, M&S Schmalberg has flourished in the heart of New York’s Garment District. Through wars, fashion revolutions, and changing markets, we’ve stayed true to what we do best—crafting exquisite, handmade fabric flowers for the world’s most creative industries.
- Founded in 1916 by Morris and Sam Schmalberg
- Survived the Great Depression, World War II, and globalization
- Harold Brand, a Holocaust survivor, carried on the legacy
- Now led by Warren and Adam Brand, 3rd & 4th generation artisans
- Still hand-making flowers in NYC with vintage tools
Pioneering Through Fashion History
Oldest in the U.S.
M&S Schmalberg is the last remaining flower factory of its kind in America.
Still in NYC
Our factory has always operated from the Garment District — no outsourcing, ever.
Family Legacy
Four generations of makers, with knowledge passed down petal by petal.
Handmade Tradition
Using vintage molds and tools from the early 1900s.
Support a Living Piece of NYC Fashion History
As the last of the “flower guys,” we invite you to be part of our continuing story. Whether you’re a designer, a historian, or simply curious—our atelier is open, our tools are still humming, and our flowers are blooming with legacy.
The Garment District: Then & Now
Crafting Locally in a Globalized World
In an industry now dominated by mass-produced imports, M&S Schmalberg proudly remains a domestic manufacturer. Our factory continues to serve fashion houses, milliners, costume designers, and stylists with dedication and authenticity.
- All flowers handmade in NYC
- Vintage techniques no longer taught anywhere else
- Boutique to bulk production capabilities
- Trusted by Vogue, The NY Times, and global runways
- Unique access to rare materials, fabrics & trims
