Monique Lhuillier Spring 2021, World Debut at Chic Parisien. Part I.
We were honored to host the world debut of the Monique Lhuillier Spring 2021 Collection, so we called in some talented friends to capture these beautiful gowns, previously unseen my any brides. We got to see these gowns through the lens of the talented Madison Aycoth (@mhpandco and @madisonaycoth), Cristina Liviero (@cmlmakeup) a master Chanel artist brought our vision of a summer bride to life and, of course, the magic of Monique Lhuillier’s latest collection made it all happen.
Inside and outside of our Coral Gables bridal boutique, gown after gown from the Spring 2021 collection inspired us to think forward to the beautiful brides who will one day walk down the aisle in these chic gowns.
Many of the gowns featured here are from Bliss Monique Lhuillier, a more accessibly priced collection by Monique Lhuillier. These new gowns for Bliss Monique Lhuillier feature chic, simple silhouettes with sumptuous silks but little to no embellishments. If you’re a bride who wants all the glamour of a classic bridal dress but is looking for something a bit more simple, there are some very beautiful inspiration gowns in this collection. We are particularly fond of the first dress featured here, because, pockets!
A special shout out to Maria Elena Headpieces, whose accessories completed these chic bridal looks!
Can You See Yourself In One Of These Chic Designers?
We know that picking the right wedding dress for you requires decision after decision. The process is different for every bride, that's why our bespoke approach to the bridal experience is one we've stuck with for nearly half a century. Here's a bit of guidance to get you started in your search to find the perfect dress for you. We've gathered a few of our #realchicbrides stunning images and sorted them on here by designer, with a link to the designer's page so that if the style speaks to you, you can click the designer's name and keep exploring. Remember, this is just a tiny sample of the gowns that we have in store and the designers whose collections we carry. For a list of upcoming trunk shows, click here.
Berta
Photo by Madison Hope Photography
Photo by UDS Photo
Romona Keveza
Photo by UDS Photo
Ines Di Santo
Photo by Ray Santana
Photo by Lucia Rubio
Hayley Paige
Runway Report: Peter Langner
Peter Langner came out to take his bow after his Spring 2018 collection in New York wearing what looked a lot like a scientist's lab coat. Take that as a clue about the personality of the designer who showed us dresses with his signature architectural flair.
This collection struck a particular chord with us. We're seeing simpler, cleaner dresses take over and that is perfect, signature Peter Langner. Suddenly, this long-time friend of Chic Parisien feels like the designer du jour again.
Combine Italian handiwork with tradition and modernity and you have the perfect collection to inspire future #realchicbrides.
Keep on the lookout for an announcement of a trunk show with Peter Langner.
Photos by Ray Santana.
Chic Favorites: Maria Elena Headpieces
Maria Elena Headpieces, made by hand right here in Miami, are the perfect way to finish your chic wedding look.
Make the final accessory purchase, from headpiece to bracelet or earrings, and set the stress of what to wear aside so that you can focus on this beautiful time in your life. Trust us, there's nothing more freeing than deciding on your head-to-toe wedding day outfit and then setting it aside and relaxing before the next big decision.
Maria Elena started her company more than a decade ago when she created a custom headpiece to gift her daughter for her wedding. From that inspiration flourished the idea for a family business that would provide future brides with heirlooms of their own.
Purchase your future heirloom here at Chic Parisien and let us help you match the perfect piece to your chic wedding dress.
Berta Evening Wear Coming Soon To Chic Parisien
Introducing, Berta Evening Wear.
Coming Soon to Chic Parisien.
See the full collection, as debuted at New York Fashion Week, here.
A #realchicbride gets married in a land far, far away. Thailand.
We love to see our dresses travel to a far flung destination and this wedding in Koh Phangan Thailand, which was held on February 26th, is the furthest flung we've seen in a while! Just wait until you see the stunning backdrop of this wedding set on the beach in Thailand. Liam Collard Photography shot Sarah in her stunning gown and Luxury Events Phuket put together the event.
Ok, that's enough talk, let's get to the chicness!
Hayley Paige Sparkles At Chic Parisien
We're incredibly lucky to have the privilege of hosting so many designers in-store to help brides during their trunk shows. In 2016 we've already had Lazaro, Carlos Ramirez (Liancarlo), Ines di Santo and now Miss Hayley Paige herself here at Chic Parisien!
Last weekend with Hayley Paige was really special - when you see the photos, you'll see why. We hosted a sparkle-filled soiree to welcome her to Miami and Chic Parisien for the first time on Thursday night in collaboration with A Joy Wallace productions, who put together the most lovely dessert spread.
If you've seen Hayley's Instagram, you get the impression that she's as bright, beautiful and fun as the gowns that she designs - and she is! Hayley, accompanied by her stylist bestie Jim Verraros and her new hubby, brought a fun, sparkly energy to the store. We had some champagne and the very talented nail artists at Vanity Projects were in store painting nails with custom designs inspired by dresses from Hayley's latest collection! To top it off we had a candy bar with all pink treats, giant confetti-filled balloons from Wynwood Letterpress and fashion illustrator Lesli Brown there drawing custom portraits of our guests!
Thank you, thank you, thank you to Ray Santana for taking these beautiful photos of the night!
Front Row At Inbal Dror
Now that we're back from Bridal Market (aka #nybfw) we can finally share all these amazing photos that we snapped real time! Catherine and Keidy were in New York for the week soaking up all the chicness fresh off the runway. At Inbal Dror's Fall/Winter 2016 show, we saw a whole lot of classic Inbal; sexy, show-stopping numbers for a bride looking to make a statement. The slits were high. The neckline was low. And the silhouettes showed of a sexy shape. We swooned. We snapped pictures of as many looks as we could, but who could blame us for getting a bit distracted as these looks walked down the runway?
This collection played with fabric in new and interesting ways, swaths of silver flowed into nudes and nary a full white dress was seen. Notice the cloud-like, gossamer quality and the voluminous but ultra-light bolero in photo four.
Imagine how hard it was to pick what to buy for Chic Parisien! Don't fret, we know our brides and we're confident in our choices. Can't wait to announce when this collection will be here for a trunk show. Stay posted on our Instagram (@chicparisien)!
Wynwood Love: #RealChicBride in Naeem Khan
Here's a long overdue post, but trust on this one, it's better late than never - the Wynwood Love wedding of Danielle and Frankie. Danielle was a radiant bride in Naeem Khan with a backdrop of a Wynwood venue transformed for this modern and sophisticated wedding.
You can check out the whole amazing wedding gallery by Kane and Social here.
Aventura Magazine Features Chic, Chic, Chic Parisien Gowns
Aventura Magazine did us the great honor of featuring our gowns in their very beautiful Bridal Issue. Monique Lhuillier (Posh Gown) and Inbal Dror (BR-13-23) take center stage with Miami's iconic Cuban architecture as a backdrop and Maria Elena Headpieces as accessories.
Photos by @gioalmapics and styling by @marcelopolis.
A #RealChicBride in Inbal Dror (and Louboutin's!)
This beautiful #RealChicBride wedding has been making the blog rounds - and we know why! It's so chic, so romantic and the couple looks so in love! Chris and Colleen tied the knot at Deering Estate, she was wearing an Inbal Dror gown from Chic Parisien - one of the first ones she tried on!
They got all the details right on this one. Read all about the couple, their wedding day and how they brought their personalized touch to this intimate wedding on House of Lilac's Hello Beautiful blog and on Green Wedding Shoes.
Photos by Merari Photography.
#RealChicBrides of Instagram
Today, we're taking a look back at the #RealChicBrides that we've featured on our Instagram - because once just wasn't enough for these stunning brides in their ultra chic gowns. If you aren't following us on Instagram (@ChicParisien), you're missing out on daily posts of bridal inspiration, around the boutique shots, new inventory and trunk show announcements.
The Key West wedding of @Beetrizz in Lazaro.
This stunning, artistic photo puts the chic in #RealChicBride!
Yarelys in Monique Lhuillier.
Nothing is more chic than a real smile!
A Chic Parisien wedding in Paris! This Ines Di Santo dress traveled all the way to Paris to outfit Yainee on her wedding day.
And last, but certainly not least - this Berta gown on a Real Chic Bride is the perfect way to remind you that this weekend is the Berta Trunk Show. Make your appointment now to come by on Friday and Saturday and find "The Dress."
Meet The Chic Team: Alana
Hi Alana! Before we get to talking about dresses, weddings and all that good stuff, tell me a bit about yourself like where you're from, how long you've been at Chic Parisien and what you do at the store....
I'm from San Juan Puerto Rico. Been at Chic Parisien since 2007. I am bridal gown sales consultant.
Did you always imagine yourself working in the wedding industry?
Never in my wildest dream.
What's the very first thing you tell a customer when she comes in to shop for a dress?
After welcoming them to the store my first question is usually, have you shopped before and if so if they think they have might found "The Dress."
Not to play favorites, but what kind of dress is your personal favorite?
My preference is simple, ethereal, bohemian.
How have dresses changed from when you started working at Chic Parisien until now?
Dresses now are much more sexier!
Is there a trend in the bridal industry that you can't get enough of?
Open backs, illusion necklines
Do you have a go-to piece of advice for a bride who's nervous about dress shopping?
Once you have found "The Dress" you will take a weight off your shoulders and then you can concentrate on the other details you need for your wedding.
All brides are different, how do you help a bride find her personal style in her wedding gown?
I ask if they have a vision of how would they like to look on their wedding day.
What kind of research do you think is best for a bride to do before coming to visit you? Or do you think it's best to come in very open to being surprised?
I ask for them to search our website and the websites of our designers since they have pictures of their entire collection and make a note of the ones she would like to try on.
Do you have a favorite memory in the store that you can share with us?
I had a bride once, after trying on a few dresses found one she loved, but could not decide cause she was in love with a dress she had seen in a magazine. She went to the car for that picture and when I looked at it it was the dress she had just tried on with me, and then she said yes to the dress.
Lastly, what song are you listening to on repeat nowadays?
An Exclusive Look At The Next Trends In Bridal: Chic Parisien Goes To Bridal Market In NYC
The Chic Parisien team visited New York for market last week, the bridal equivalent to Fashion Week, where all the new trends are strutted down the runway. We made big decisions about what will make for the perfect bridal looks for our future Chic Parisien brides, visited with friends, designers and collaborators and, mostly, swooned over all the beautiful bridal looks we got to see up close. Catherine kept her well trained eyes out for trends that were emerging as they hopped from show to show and showroom to showroom and here are the four big trends you should know:
Crop Tops Are Cropping Up
Hayley Paige and Yolan Cris showed looks with a little bit of surprise skin.
Hayley Paige
Color Me Mine, New and Unexpected Bridal Gown Hues
A slew of fun, infectious new colors came down the runway - especially at Monique Lhuillier.
Lazaro
Monique Lhuillier
The Cold Shoulder, Off-The-Shoulder Dresses Are All In
We saw loads of off-the-shoulder dresses like this Lazaro number:
Inbal Dror
Power Suit, A New Meaning To The Term "Bridal Gown"
According to Naeem Khan, pants are having a moment.
Naeem Khan
A Rustic Modern Wedding Featuring Inbal Dror and Maria Elena
Every once in a while we get to collaborate with some truly chic vendors and creative minds and help bring a concept wedding to life through pictures. This "wedding," recently featured by Floridian Weddings, was inspired by the idea of a "rustic/modern" and "garden elegance." We were thrilled to contribute the Inbal Dror gown and Maria Elena accessories. The Redlands Tropical Gardens served at the picturesque backdrop to this very dreamy and detail oriented wedding photo shoot dripping with inspiration for a wedding that's effortlessly elegant. Read on for the credits. More images here.
Location: Redland Tropical Gardens, Photography: Alan Phillip Photography, Styling: House Of Ely, Floral Design: Ever After Event & Floral Design, Vintage Rentals: Vintage And Stuff, Ghost Chair Rentals: 341 Events, Tabletop Rentals: Eventiste, Ceremony Backdrop: Bambini Soiree, Invitations & Paper Goods: Très Chic Party Boutique, Cake: Earth and Sugar, Hair & Makeup: Beauty By Renata, Gown: Inbal Dror By Chic Parisien, Shoes: Valentino, Bridal Accessories: Maria Elena Headpieces By Chic Parisien, Men’s Wear: Mr. Tux
Make a Statement in a Berta Bridal Gown; Collection Preview June 27 & 28 (Trunk Show)
When it comes to this year’s hottest bridal trends, there’s no question that the statement back tops the list. During Bridal Week in New York earlier this year, several top designers debuted a series of gowns featuring stunning backs. No stranger to jaw-dropping designs with unique statement back options, Berta Bridal has truly mastered the art of designing tastefully daring wedding gowns.
Not only is Berta Bridal known for its statement backs, but also its plunging necklines, which truly help set this collection apart. Brides revel in the fact that these designs make for a grand entrance, as well as an equally swoon-worthy walk down the aisle. Due to the creative use of illusion netting, tulle, intricate beading, and elaborate appliqués, Berta Bridal gowns are not soon forgotten.
Curious as to whether a Berta Bridal gown is the gown for your walk down the aisle? You're in luck because Chic Parisien is one of the few bridal boutiques in the US that will preview this stunning collection during a special in-store Trunk Show this month. Come see why brides think the statement back is the perfect complement to a plunging V-neck gown, or how a statement back adds intrigue to a simple design in the front. We look forward to seeing you there!
Berta Bridal Trunk Show @ Chic Parisien
June 27 & 28
For appointments, call (305) 448-5756
Two Designers, One Amazing Weekend: Ines Di Santo & Maria Elena Accessories (March 7 - 8)
If you were inspired by last night's Oscars fashion, then get ready for an amazing weekend at Chic Parisien, as we proudly host a dual Trunk Show featuring Ines Di Santo and Maria Elena Accessories! This will be Ines Di Santo's very first Trunk Show at Chic Parisien, so we're pulling out all the stops. In fact, Ines Di Santo herself will be in-store to meet with our beautiful Chic brides.
While she doesn't require an introduction, Italian-born Ines Di Santo is recognized around the world as a leading designer of evening and bridal couture. Raised in Europe and South America, Ines Di Santo is famous for effortlessly blending European sophistication and flair with Spanish passion and romance. Her attention to detail is unrivaled, and it is widely known that she personally oversees the production of every grown at her atelier in Toronto, Canada.
Beautiful from every angle, the Ines Di Santo Fall / Winter 2014 Collection features the finest silks, tulle, embroidery and lace. These gowns, with stunning designs on the front and back, make for a grand entrance and exit, which is an absolute must for brides on their big day. We can't wait to share this latest collection with you.
Speaking of designers that do not require an introduction, Maria Elena of Maria Elena Accessories certainly tops that list, and we can't wait to preview her latest collection this Friday and Saturday, alongside Ines Di Santo.
Surrounded by silk, tulle, lace and sparkling jewels, brides will be in heaven this weekend!
We hope to see you there.
Ines Di Santo / Maria Elena Accessories Dual Trunk Show
@ Chic Parisien
March 7 - 8, 2014
For appointments, (305) 448-5756
February Ends On High Note with Jenny Packham Trunk Show (February 28 & March 1)
Noted for her fun, flirty and vintage-inspired wedding gowns, Jenny Packham celebrated her 25th anniversary in 2013 and this year, she certainly shows no signs of stopping.
With an enviable client roster, which includes The Duchess of Cambridge, and an impeccable sense of style, Jenny Packham has delighted brides around the world with her delicate and ultra-feminine designs.
Her 2014 Bridal Collection is nothing short of breathtaking and this Friday and Saturday, we are excited to welcome the latest collection in-store and share it with our favorite brides.
From beautifully beaded capped sleeves to strikingly elaborate necklines, the 2014 Bridal Collection offers a wide variety of options for brides seeking that picture-perfect, post-worthy, jaw-dropping gown for their big day.
One of our Chic models even had a little fun twirling in a stunning Jenny Packham dress during a recent event. Not only are these gowns absolutely gorgeous, but they're also irresistibly fun. See you this weekend!
Jenny Packham 2014 Bridal Collection @ Chic Parisien
February 28 - March 1, 2014
For appointments, call (305) 448-5756
Celebrating An Epic Romance in the Heart of Coral Gables
On Sunday, February 9, four lovely “brides” joined Catherine Fox Milian of Chic Parisien to celebrate the 1916 union of George Merrick and Eunice Peacock at the Merrick House & Gardens in Coral Gables.
George Merrick, considered the “father of Coral Gables,” met his future bride, Eunice Isabella Peacock, the daughter of Coconut Grove pioneers, nearly a century ago in Miami and subsequently built her a home in the area – the now famous Merrick House & Gardens museum.
In celebration of their marriage, which took place on February 5, 1916, the museum hosted a special event this past Sunday. The event was free and open to the public.
The day was filled with fun, wedding-inspired activities, from cake decorating and calligraphy to paper bouquet crafting and lace making demonstrations. Guests also enjoyed an antique wedding dress display, light refreshments and self-guided tours.
The day culminated with a special fashion show, featuring vintage-inspired Jenny Packham gowns, which were handpicked by Catherine for the special occasion.
To learn more about upcoming events at the Merrick House & Gardens, view the full schedule here.
La Dolce Vita: Real Chic Bride Weds in Italy
Prepare to swoon as we share details of Real Chic Bride, Abby, and her storybook wedding in the quaint, seaside town of Stresa, Italy. We first met Abby when she was a featured bride on Randy to the Rescue. (We just
love Randy and worked with him when he was in filming in Miami last
year.) “I must have tried on 30 dresses in total but it was Randy who helped me pick out ‘the one’ and it was everything I wanted: a form fitting gown with a sweetheart cut and lace detail with sparkles,” says Abby. “And the bolero that Chic Parisien made for me absolutely completed the look – it was perfect.”
Abby and her husband Chris wed on a remote island located just off the coast of Stresa called Isola Pescatori. As the island is too small for commuter traffic, the bride and her bridal party walked the picturesque, cobblestone streets of Isola Pescatori toward the Catholic Church located there. “That day I learned that Italy loves weddings; everyone on the island stopped what they were doing to cheer me on and share their best wishes,” says Abby. “I arrived at the church at the precise moment when the church bells struck 3 p.m. and the entire crowd, which had amassed at that point, erupted in cheers. It was such a magical moment. I felt like I was a princess who was about to marry her prince!”
Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Villa Rusconi in Stresa. Abby describes the celebration as having a “classic, vintage” feel.
The merriment continued until 2:00am with a live band and DJ. “I’m a dancer, so the night would not have been complete without a lot of dancing,” adds Abby. “So after a couple of dances with my husband, one slow and the other a bachata, my dad and I surprised the crowd with a spoof dance and toward the end of it, everyone was on the dance floor, swaying to ‘All You Need Is Love’.”
On behalf of the entire Chic Parisien team, AUGURI to Abby and Chris!
The Wedding Venue: Catholic Church on Isola Pescatori (Fisherman's Island)
The Reception Venue: Villa Rusconi in Stresa, Italy
Wedding Planner: Boutique Weddings