Gorgeous Real Bride in Monique Lhuillier Bridal!
A gorgeous bride, a gorgeous groom, and of course a gorgeous wedding! Melissa and Michael had the loveliest of weddings in Naples, Florida. Melissa designed the ceremony and reception so that everything glowed! She wanted everyone to feel like they were practically living inside a candle, surrounded by warm colors and sparkling crystals! The goal was for everyone to feel like they were on holiday….to recreate a time where people still get dressed up for special occasions. While she wanted it to be luxe, it was also important that everything felt approachable, friendly and inviting. Oh – and plenty of champagne and cigars! Her Monique Lhuillier lace stunner was the perfect gown to match the mood she was going for… And truly, she looked absolutely amazing!
Congrats Melissa and Michael! May you both have a life full of health, happiness and love!
XOXO
Bride: Melissa
Groom: Michael
Photographer: Audrey Snow Photography
Wedding/Event date: 3/16/2013
Ceremony venue: St. Katherine Greek Orthodox Church, Naples, FL
Reception venue: La Playa Beach & Golf Resort, Naples, FL
Dress: Monique Lhuillier Amaranth
Make-Up: Hope Artistry
Hair: Mia Manaloto
Wedding planner: Detailz Events
Flowers: Signature Florals
Most Talked About Bridal Fashion Trend
Today, our very own Catherine has been featured on the eHow Wedding Fashion series giving her take on the most talked about bridal trend… Brides wearing two dresses on their wedding day! This trend has really taken off in the last few years… And we absolutely adore it! Brides get to walk down the aisle in stunning, formal, gorgeous bridal gowns and then they get to change into fun, flirty, even sexy dresses for their reception… How much fun! Below is the video where you can see Catherine’s take on this trend! Would you wear two dresses? Tell us about it, we always love to hear!
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What colors can't you wear to weddings?
We were recently contacted by our friends at eHow to help in providing some wedding fashion tips... We were truly flattered and excited to contribute to such a great community! So today, we're sharing our video on one of the most common questions we get from many wedding fashionista guests... "What color can't I wear to a wedding?" And the bottom line is... Guests should not even closely resemble the stunning bride... You don't want to over shine or overpower her, so fashionistas please stay away from white or ivory... But for the full scoop, watch our video and let us know what you think, do you agree? Tell us about it, we always love hear! XOXO
Gorgeous Berta Bridal's Real Brides
The dresses have arrived, the brides-to-be have been booked for their appointments and the Special Engagement Berta Bridal Trunk Show is about to start! We really couldn’t be more excited for this weekend’s trunk show! Berta’s bridal collection is exquisite, the lace, the fits, the drama… Truly, it is for a bride longing to be striking! So in honor of the special engagement trunk show, we’ve rounded up some real Berta Brides to showcase their stunning beauty… They are magnificent!
The special engagement Berta Bridal trunk show is this weekend and there are only a few appointments left, so brides-to-be if interested, go here for your appointment. And in the meantime, any particular dress that you are loving? Tell us about it, we always love to hear!
XOXO
Berta Bridal 2013 Trunk Show!
Recently, we announced our Special Engagement Berta Bridal Trunk Show and the reaction has been outstanding! So many brides-to-be have inquired about this special trunk show, and really, we couldn’t be more excited with the designs we’re expecting this weekend! These gowns are not for the faint of heart… The Israeli designer truly mixes glamour, with sexiness, tradition and craftsmanship, producing one of the most gorgeous collections we’ve seen in a long time! This Special Engagement Trunk Show is this weekend and we can’t wait! It is by appointment only, so if interested, please go here for yours. Here is a peek at this year’s collection… any favorites? Tell us about it, we always love to hear!
XOXO
Monique Weekend!
Happy Friday! What are you guys up to this weekend? We’re looking forward to our BLISS by Monique Lhuillier trunk show going on today and tomorrow! The collection is divine and we’re loving sharing it with all the brides-to-be! We still have a couple of appointments left, so brides, if you’re interested, don’t miss this opportunity and make your appointment here! Which brings us to the other thing we’re so excited about… This week Monique Lhuillier debuted her newest shoe line, and we’ve fallen in LOVE! In fact, we bet that if Carrie Bradshaw saw these, she would be all over them, and so are we! Which is why we’ve decided to feature two of the bridal ones in our very own e-store! We think these shoes are Ah-Ma-Zing! Are you loving any of the pairs? Tell us about it, we always love to hear.
XOXO
Felini Inpsired Wedding in Venice, Italy
Boy do we have a treat today… A Real Chic Bride with a destination wedding in the one and only Venice, Italy! Rosemary Gonzalez and Oscar Carrera fell in love with Venice on their first vacation together and they wanted to re-live that experience and share it with their loved ones. It was a magical affair with their most intimate family and friends. The bride wore a gorgeous Junko Yoshioka and a beautiful Maria Elena headpiece and veil! She was stunning, the Venice backdrop was gorgeous and the wedding couldn’t have been more beautiful. Below is how Rosemary experienced it! We think it would be a dream to do a destination in Italy... Would you do it? Tell us what you think, we always love to hear!
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In a few words, what is your style? I'm very simple, and I wanted to keep it that way for the wedding too. I wanted a vintage feel that would work well with the backdrop of Venice.
What was the mood/experience you wanted to achieve? We wanted to have our guests feel as though they were in a Fellini film- a magical experience.
Why did you choose the dress you chose? Actually my mom picked out the dress- she always seems to know my style better than I do! As soon as I put it on I knew it was the one.
What was your favorite part of your experience? It was stress and worry free, which is what we wanted. We were able to enjoy every last second of it hanks to our wedding planner Anna Bozza! We definitely could not have done this without her.
If you could change anything what would it be? Only that we could stay in Venice longer!
Photographer: Alessandro Roncaglione
Wedding planner: Anna Bozza, The Venice Wedding Planner
Ceremony venue: Santa Maria dei Miracoli
Reception venue: Riviera Restaurant
Dress: (brand/style) Junko Yoshioka
Make-up: Roberta Galesso
Hair: Lally Trolese from Trolese Hair Salon
Flowers: Munaretto Fowers
Special Sneak Peek, Bliss 2014 by Monique Lhuillier!
Gorgeous, unique, breathtaking, glamourous… These are just a few words that describe Bliss by Monique Lhuillier 2014 collection! Which, as you can imagine, makes us that much more excited because this weekend we’re hosting the trunk show for this stunning line! Monique Lhuillier’s bridal designs capture the essence of sophisticated luxury highlighting a femininity, allure and luxury that have made her renowned in the world of design. Monique’s sense of style is prevalent throughout her Bliss bridal collection, and definitely it is an exquisite collection that can not be missed! The trunk show is this weekend from August 8 through August 10, but it's by appointment only, so brides-to-be don’t miss this opportunity and go here for you appointment! Here are some of the gorgeous dresses from the collection, we're in love with all of them, do you have any favorites? Tell us about it, we always love to hear!
XOXO
Randy to the Rescue and Chic Parisien Get Together!
Back in early March we had an amazing experience when Randy Fenoli came to Miami and we collaborated on his show Randy to the Rescue! It was so much fun… We worked with the loveliest brides-to-be and Randy and his team were a blast! Tonight the episode airs at 10PM on TLC and we can’t wait! Tune in, check it out and then tell us how we did… We have to admit we’re a bit nervous about seeing ourselves on TV, but on the other hand we can’t wait! We hope we do ok and more importantly, we hope you enjoy it!
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Berta Special Engagement Trunk Show!
What is it about marvelous designs and unique bridal gowns? We’re drawn to them like a magnet! Which is why we’re so excited for our special engagement Berta Bridal Trunk Show August 15 - 17. Berta is one of the most experienced and well known designers in Israel. Her couture designs have been sold to women in Israel and all over the world for many years. We couldn’t be more excited to feature her unique, elegant, fresh, young and modern designs during this Trunk Show! Appointments are filling FAST. So brides-to-be, don’t wait and make your appointment today, this opportunity is once in a lifetime! Here are some of the pics from Berta’s collection – we are dying over all of them, what are your favorites? Tell us about it, we always love to hear!
XOXO
Marchesa Bridal Fashion House!
Marchesa is truly one of the most glamorous and elegant bridal collections, and it’s also one of the most fashionable! Marchesa’s fabrics, details and designs truly make for breathtaking gowns! So in honor of our upcoming Marchesa Trunk Show this weekend, we have compiled some of our favorite fashion snapshots of behind the scenes Marchesa fashion shows and photo shoots of recent times! The drama and movement in some of these pics is simply stunning! Brides-to-be don’t miss this trunk show opportunity this upcoming weekend, for appointments go here! In the meantime, tell us which pic you're loving... We always love to hear!
XOXO
Images courtesy of Marchesa Instagram
Marchesa Bridal Spring 2014, Simply Breathtaking!
Officially, we’re over the moon! We have one of our favorite trunk shows this weekend… The one and only Marchesa, and this weekend we will have the Bridal Spring 2014 collection! A design house that is synonymous with couture, red carpet glamour and cool girl style! This collection is simply breathtaking! The details, the lace, and the lovely touches of sheer fabrics… From stunning fairy tale gowns to sexy mermaid silhouettes, Marchesa has something for every glamorous, fashion bride-to-be. The trunk show is this weekend, July 26 and July 27, appointments are very limited, so don’t hesitate and make your appointment here today! In the meantime, which gowns are you loving? Tell us about it, we always love to hear!
XOXO
New trend alert, bridal flowers in hair!
It has not stopped raining in Coral Gables… it’s been soggy, soggy weather! So to remind ourselves of sunnier days, we thought it would be fantastic to dedicate today’s post to one of 2013 hottest bridal trends: lovely bridal flowers in the hair! Either as a flower crown or flowers intertwined into the hair, they make brides look fresh and so pretty! What do you think of this trend? We love it, do you? Tell us about it, we always love to hear!
XOXO
Image sources via:
Flowers in red hair: Just For You
Flowers and Veil: Rachwal Photography
Greek inspired crown: Elizabeth Messina
Flowers in hair: Delicate Weddings
Green crown: Ruffle Blog
Austin Scarlett Bridal Collection Trunk Show Sneak Peek!
Chic Parisien has a surprise for you! Amazing designer Austin Scarlett’s bridal collection is coming to Coral Gables for a trunk show this coming weekend! Austin, who first gained international recognition for his designs on the original season of Project Runway, now has a bridal collection that is nothing short of exquisite! Grand yet delicate, romantic yet unexpected, the Austin Scarlett collection takes a thoroughly modern approach to vintage Paris couture. Creativity and classical elegance combine with time honored techniques to create a glamorous collection that enchants the senses and redefines romance. We’re truly ecstatic that we’ll be featuring this collection for the first time! This coveted trunk show, July 19 and July 20, is by appointment only, so hurry and make your appointment here! We're amazed by his designs and honestly can't pick a favorite, are you loving any? Tell us about it, we always love to hear!
XOXO
Trunk Show Love Continues with Maria Elena Headpieces
Our Trunk Show love continues, this time with Maria Elena Bridal Headpieces, Accessories and Jewelry. The pieces in this collection are absolutely stunning, and will definitely complete all bridal looks! Along with Lazaro Bridal, this weekend's trunk show features Maria Elena's 2013 collection. Brides-to-be this is the perfect opportunity to find your perfect Lazaro gown as well as find all the perfect accessories to finish the look! We're also ecstatic because Gisele del Busto, accessories expert from Maria Elena, and designer Lazaro will both be making personal appearances. This truly is a match made in heaven and we can't wait, but appointments are very limited, so don't wait and make your appointment here! In the meantime, are you loving any of the Maria Elena accessories featured on this post? Tell us about it, we always love to hear!
XOXO
Lazaro Fall 2013 & Maria Elena Accessories Trunk Show Extravaganza
Our brides-to-be asked for more, and our love for Lazaro and Maria Elena continues... So without further ado, here are more pics from Lazaro's Bridal Fall 2013 collection! The dresses started to arrive yesterday for the trunk show, and trust us, they are amazing! This trunk show featuring Lazaro Bridal and Maria Elena Headpieces is truly a match made in heaven! It is this weekend July 12 and July 13, and Lazaro will be making a personal appearance and so will Maria Elena accessories expert, Gisele del Busto. But appointments are limited, so hurry and make your appointment here as soon as you can before they are gone! We can't wait!
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Amazing Pairing! Lazaro and Maria Elena Trunk Show!
Fred & Ginger, Lucy & Desi, champagne & strawberries, these are definitely some our favorite pairings of all time… And this week we get to add one more to our list: Lazaro & Maria Elena. The legendary bridal line by Lazaro and the amazing Maria Elena bridal headpieces and jewelry are coming together for a once in a lifetime Trunk Show. Both stunning collections will be featured at Chic Parisien this weekend July 12 and July 13, and both collections are absolutely incredible!
In addition, renowned designer Lazaro will be making a personal appearance during the trunk show helping brides-to-be find their perfect dress. And Gisele del Busto, accessories expert from Maria Elena will also be here helping brides accessorize bridal looks! We couldn’t be more excited to feature these two gorgeous collections together and host Lazaro and Gisele. Brides-to-be don’t miss this opportunity, we are sure it will be A-Ma-Zing! Appointments are very limited so hurry and make your appointment here as soon as you can! We are loving Lazaro’s collection, what are you loving? Tell us about it, we always love to hear!
XOXO
Happy 4th! May you have a sparkly time!
Happy Fourth of July… And boy are we ready to celebrate! Weather permitting, we'll be hitting the beach, having some bbq with friends and enjoying fireworks with a glass of bubbly! To commemorate this fantastic day, here is a fun photo collection of fireworks grand finales and sparkler send-offs for the bride and groom on their wedding day! Would you like to have fireworks at your reception? Would sparklers be a better fit? Or are both just too much? Let us know what you think, we always love to hear!
XOXO
Image Source:
Sparkler Heart: Chi Photography of Charleston
Fireworks and Couple: Photography Gia Canali
Sparklers at Cathedral: Via Villa Siena
Sparklers Kiss: Via National Geographic
Bliss by Monique Lhuillier 2014 Collection Sneak Peek!
Today we have a major treat! Yesterday, we announced the Bliss by Monique Lhuillier Trunk Show had been extended through Saturday, July 6th, but we were unable to sneak peek the gowns… Today is a whole new day, and we’ve taken pics of some of our favorite Bliss gowns to show on this blog! This collection is debuting in the US as we speak, and although these pics may not be the most artistic, they definitely showcase the beauty. Remember, appointments are limited, and we will be closed on July 4th, re-opening on Friday, July 5th. Don’t miss this opportunity and make your appointment here today! It is impossible for us to pick our favorite gown... Do you have a favorite? Tell us about it, we always love to hear!
XOXO
Alert: Bliss 2014 by Monique Lhuillier Trunk Show Extended!
You spoke… We listened… And now all brides-to-be are in luck! As our Monique Lhuillier Trunk Show was such a hit last weekend, we’ve extended the Bliss Trunk Show through this Saturday, July 6. Bliss by Monique Lhuillier is one of Monique's most popular lines. It's designed with today’s modern bride in mind. With gorgeous silhouettes, amazing fabrics and perfect attention to detail, Bliss is perfect for the chicest of brides. If you missed last weekend’s Trunk Show, this is your second chance to see one of the loveliest lines to have graced Chic Parisien! Make your appointment to see this beautiful new Collection during its first showing in the U.S., in fact, it's so new, we don’t even have pics to share... But to give you a glimpse of the line, below are some of our favorite gowns from last year's collection! Appointments are limited, and we will be closed on July 4th, re-opening on Friday, July 5th. So don’t miss this opportunity, and make your appointment here! We promise, all brides-to-be are gonna fall in love!
XOXO
