Behind The Scene's At Berta's S/S 2018 Runway Show
We were backstage with Berta Bridal along with photographer Ray Santana to capture the exciting moments and final touches right before this runway show at the famed Plaza Hotel.
Berta, as you might know, is available here at Chic Parisien. The signature Berta look is defined by couture-quality. If you're looking at a Berta dress, you know it. They're sexy, elegant and truly chic.
The Spring / Summer 2018 collection was no exception. The palette skewed a bit more towards white and ivories than previous collections and we saw detailed lacework and stunning fabrics replace jewels and stones as the stand-out detail. One thing that we didn't see change? The plummeting v-neck is still very much in.
Dress Feature: Monique Lhuillier's Chantal
Monique Lhuillier strikes the perfect balance with the Chantal dress. We love the mix of classic lines, including the beautiful drop waist, airy skirt and the athletic and modern cut-out back, a fresh, bridal take on the racerback dress. With summer right around the corner, it's the perfect time to come in and try on this dress and others from the Fall 2017 collection.
Another Chic Day
It was a magical day when the very talented Vanessa Velez (photographer) and Soco Alicia (wedding planner) teamed up with us for an in-store shoot featuring some of our favorite dresses in stock right now. It didn't hurt to have the very chic Adrienne Ferreira, who you probably recognize by now from Instagram, as the model and the help of gowns by Ines Di Santo, Monique Lhuillier, Inbal Dror, Christos Costarellos and Mira Zwillinger.
We're extra excited to announce that TOMORROWVanessa, Adrienne and Soco are coming back for another shoot and we can't wait to see what we come up with this time!
Do you have any special requests - are you dying to see a Berta this time around? Or maybe you're interested in something simple and streamlines? Let us know! Send us an email at info@cpbride.com.
(above Monique Lhuillier)
Ines Di Santo
Mira Zwillinger
Christos Costarellos
#realchicbride Round-Up
We're more than a little obsessed with how chic these brides, in their gowns from Chic Parisien, looked on their wedding day. Just wanted to post a quick little something wishing these beauties (and their new husbands!) a lifetime of happiness, love and chic memories!
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.
Inbal Dror Trunk Show
Inbal Dror has garnered what some would call a "cult following" around here. It's a favorite of the Miami bride who is a bit edgy, totally romantic and wants a balance of both sexy, fashion-forward and maybe a touch bohemian without going over the top.
All in all, we love the very chic Inbal Dror's collection because it suits so many of our bride's personal style.
If you're a bride looking for something that will make you feel totally you on your wedding day, Inbal Dror lets your style shine.
Book your appointment for this weekend's trunk show now.
Dresses from @chicparisien + Inbal Dror. Photographer: @vanessavelezphotography + @enuelvieraphoto. Planner: @socoalicea. Flowers: @rodristudio.
Hayley Paige Trunk Show
This weekend's Hayley Paige trunk show couldn't have come at a better time, we just received the photos from out shoot with Vanessa Velez and we're thrilled to show off these amazing shots featuring Hayley's gowns. Credits:
Dresses from @chicparisien + @misshayleypaige. Accessories: @mariaelenaheadpieces. Photographer: @vanessavelezphotography + @enuelvieraphoto. Planner: @socoalicea. Flowers: @rodristudio.
We'll let the photos speak for themselves, but hurry up and book your appointment for the Hayley Paige trunk show ASAP (space is limited):
Make your appointment now and be a future #hpbride and #realchicbride!
Behind The Scenes At Our Latest Shoot
We partnered up with Vanessa Velez Photography, Soco Alicia (planner), Angel Rodriguez (florist), Adrienne Ferreira (model) to shoot some of our favorite looks for spring brides. If you're recently engaged, now is the perfect time to start shopping for your wedding dress - even if your wedding isn't until next spring or summer!
We styled some brand new Ines Di Santo dresses, here for last weekend's trunk show, with accessories by Maria Elena for that bit of signature, #realchicbride sparkle and AMAZING boutiques by Angel Rodriguez speckled with peonies, ranunculus, and other spring florals.
Plus, we got the chance to play dress up with some of our brand new Christos Costarellos dresses - the perfect tea length dress for a garden wedding or a rehearsal dinner. More photos by the very talented Vanessa Velez are on the way, but until then, these behind the scenes shots should hold you over!
Erin Cole's First Bridal Collection Debuts at Chic Parisien
Erin Cole has been a notable accessories designer in the bridal world for years. Her Swarovski encrusted designs including jewelry, headpieces, veils, coverlets, sashes and more, have long been a staple at Chic Parisien so we were thrilled when Erin gave us the news that she was expanding into wedding dresses.
This past weekend we had Erin Cole's first ever wedding dress line here at the boutique for a very chic trunk show.
Erin's collection has something for everyone, the dresses are trendy, but timeless, lightweight for the girl who prioritizes comfortably breaking it down on the dance floor, and they're sexy dresses with a focus on illusion necklines and soft glamour. You can tell that Erin is a California girl, the dresses are showstoppers, but they still feel easy; they're stunning but it's the girl who wears them who will really stand out, not the dress.
#RealChicBride Weds in Jamaica
Happy Monday! Is there any better way to shake the Monday blues than with a #RealChicBride in Lazaro? Shannon was all smiles at her wedding in Jamaica. May your marriage be as full of smiles and beautiful as your wedding Shannon and Christian!
Winter Wedding Inspiration, Even Here in Tropical Paradise
It's February. While that means winter weddings featuring white fur stoles and definitely long sleeve dresses everywhere else, it's just another day in paradise here in Miami. There's no better time to be outside than mid-winter in Coral Gables where its the perfect time of year for dinner parties al fresco and beach days - but that doesn't mean we don't crave a bit of winter whimsy.
Alas, Maria Elena Accessories knows this all too well, that might be why they went with a winter theme for their lookbook featuring the newest earrings, necklaces, tiaras, and, of course, headpieces. The photos are the perfect inspiration for a winter #realchicbride whether in Miami or in the "real" winter.
Cecilia in Mira Zwillinger Tells Us About Her Well Designed Love Story
Hi Cecila! Tell us a bit about yourself, where you live and what you do?
I am a Cuban American and I grew up in Miami. I attended college at Auburn University in Alabama because it has a highly ranked architecture program.
And now, for the love story... how did you and your husband meet?
Taylor and I met in architecture school, we were friends for almost a year until a fairly romantic camping trip and we've been inseparable ever since. We were an awesome design team and we hope to start our own firm in the future. We graduated together in 2015, and then moved to Miami.
Tell us about the proposal...
Taylor proposed on January 17, 2016 at the top of the 1111 on Lincoln road (a parking garage designed by our favorite architects). It was a total surprise, my best friends told me they needed to go shopping for some business clothes for their new jobs at Lincoln road - in hindsight the lie was really obvious but, I'm terribly gullible. After they finished shopping I suggested we go to the top of 1111 because it's my favorite place in the city and it has the best views. We got to the top floor and I heard Frank Sinatra playing and I saw Taylor, looking handsome as hell, surrounded by candles.
He proposed and I said YES it was amazing and beautiful.
Shortly after we moved to Providence, Rhode Island because I got into Rhode Island School of Design and I'm currently in school getting my masters in furniture design and Taylor is practicing architecture at a local firm.
When you started looking for a dress, did you know Mira was the one? What was the process like of deciding what kind of dress was right for you?
When I started looking for a dress I was very interested in the designers Paolo Sebastian and Inbal Dror but, I fell in love with an amazing dress by Mira Zwillinger. I put it on and it just perfectly described me. I want to wear it everyday. This dress was empowering and delicate and natural.
Where was the wedding?
We had the ceremony at St. Patrick's Catholic Church and the Reception at Maps backlot in Wynwood.
What was one wedding detail or tradition that was really special to you?
One of our favorite traditions was the mantilla which is a piece of lace that is placed over us during the ceremony.
Berta FW 2017 Makes Stateside Debut at Chic Parisien
Chic Parisien is proud to announce that the always-Chic Berta Bridal is debuting their FW 2017 Collection at our store. Trunk Show begins today.
Be the first brides in the country to try on these stunning, sexy gowns.
See the full collection at www.berta.com and make your appointment here.
Happy and Chic 2017!
Wishing all of you, brides past, present and future, a happy and chic new year!
Way Down in KoKomo, Florida Keys Wedding Inspiration
So thrilled to have been a part of this chic, chic, chic team that put together this beautiful styled shoot imagining a Florida Keys wedding.
It's the island wedding of our dreams, complete with Mira Zwillinger AND Jenny Packham. We can't get enough of the chic details like the gold cutlery and touches of greenery in the place settings and we're literally swooning over the photo of the bride holding the leaf.
Below is the full list of local vendors:
Photography:@featherandstonephotography Venue: @Largoresort Creative Direction & Design:@beautyindmaking Flowers: @divinedesignflowers Rentals: @loveinvintage Make-up and Hair: @cjbridalmk Gown: @mirazwillinger and@jennypackham from @chicparisian
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.
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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.
Real Chic Bride With The Loves of Her Life
Nothing makes our heart beat faster than a #RealChicBride, in Monique Lhuillier, who incorporates her great loves into her photos - her husband and her dog.
How stunning are these two? Yes, our bride Vashti, of course, but also her handsome husband and that adorable spotted pup.
Christian and Christina's Storybook Wedding on Lake George
Tell us a bit about yourself and your now-husband.
Christian and I (yes we’re Christian and Christina haha) live in Rochester, NY and are starting a hard cider company called Oak & Apple. We featured some of our cider at the cocktail hour with an ice sculpture (in the photos)
Before we get to any of the wedding details, let's talk DRESS! That Romona Keveza looked like it was made for you! Did you know what you wanted? What was the processes of finding your perfect, chic wedding dress? How did you integrate your person style into your wedding day look?
Loved my dress!! I was in Miami for a vacation and stopped into Chic Parisien for my first dress search/experience! The Romona Keveza Couture was the second dress that I tried on. It was absolutely breathtaking so I had to buy it on the spot. It was such an easy decision for me. I wanted a timeless classic look which was strapless/fitted and with all the details you’d ever dream. I also love floral which fit in perfectly with the fashion for this year! The Romona Keveza veil matched perfectly to the details on the gown. Couture never goes out of style :) The dress had some blush undertones so I went with a blush colored bouquet to bring out those colors. The flowers in my bouquet were David Austin Juliet Roses.
How did you decide where and when the wedding would be?
Lake George is such a magical place! We had both gone there a couple times growing up. The Sagamore Resort is the most perfect wedding location we’ve ever seen. We knew this was the best place we were going to find within driving distance from home (Rochester, NY).
This is a wedding that looked seriously detail oriented. How was wedding planning for you and where did the ideas for all those beautiful details come from?
Christian and I had a long engagement so the wedding planning was a breeze! We hired David Michael Schmidt (owner) at Renaissance Floral Design for all of our wedding day rentals, florals and design. The look we were going for was timeless elegance with simple white and green florals. We loved the antique/french look for the tables and chairs. I planned the whole wedding and it was so much fun!
Was there a moment in the ceremony that you remember particularly clearly?
The most memorable part of the ceremony was walking down the aisle. I just couldn’t wait to get to Christian! We didn’t have a “first look” because we wanted that special moment. It was very emotional.
Where did you go on your honeymoon? Any stand-out recommendations?
We shipped our convertible to California and drove down Route 1! We went from San Francisco/Sausalito to Napa to Big Sur to Santa Barbara to Beverly Hills over the course of 2 weeks. Our absolute favorite stop on the trip was Napa. We went to some of the best wineries and had delicious meals at Redd Restaurant and French Laundry. We stayed at the Auberge de Soleil Resort which we highly recommend. Definitely going back! We also enjoyed our stay at Post Ranch Inn at Big Sur.