#realchicbride Christie in Alex Perry
Real bride Christie on her love story, wedding in Puerto Rico and falling in love with this Alex Perry wedding dress…
Tell us your love story! How did you meet and how did you get to a proposal?
Adonis and I met almost ten years ago through mutual friends. We are both from Puerto Rico, it’s a small island… the older you get, everything connects and everyone knows each other. Back then, when we met we we were both on different paths. The timing wasn't quite right for us. But we continued to stay in touch as friends… stayed in touch through Instagram mostly, liking each other’s pictures here and there. It wasn't until three and a half years ago, both recently single... he slid into my Dm's congratulating me on my birthday and asking me if he could take me out to have ice cream (which I thought was the cutest thing ever). Im not that much of a sweet tooth, so I invited him for drinks and he said he wanted to take me out to dinner instead. A man with a plan, I liked that.
Fast forward to our first date, and it was the best first date I ever had, we talked for hours, shared so many common interests and life goals, and we even ended up salsa dancing that same night... and I stole a kiss( couldn't help it, he literally swept me off my feet). I KNEW I wanted to marry this man since that very first date.
The proposal was very intimate, just the two of us (exactly how I wanted it to be)...It started like any normal day would, went to work, we had dinner after at one of our favorite spots (Cafe Mida), we really love Italian food and had just come back from a dreamy Italian vacation. We stuffed our faces, paid the bill, we left the restaurant and it wasn't until I stepped in the car ... he placed a little wrapped box in my lap...when I opened it I realized it was the ring I had tried on in this small jewelry shop in Como, Italy ( a pink sapphire ring I had been obsessing over since I tried it on ) ... and I started ugly crying when I realized it was the ring of my dreams, then he looked at me and asked " well will you marry me?" and of course I said yes. In true Adonis fashion, he kept the proposal very practical and to the point. It was simple, just a private moment between us. . . and that's very much how we are. We love the little moments that make life grand.
When you started planning your wedding what did you envision? How close did the actual wedding get to that vision?
When I was a little girl, I was obsessed with the movie “The Secret Garden”, it’s my favorite movie of all time. The aesthetic of my wedding was very much inspired by this movie. I wanted it to have that Italian garden feel, rustic but elegant, lush greenery with white flowers … (the gardenias were the star of the show, they’re my favorite flower.) We wanted the look and feel to be ethereal, romantic, and intimate more than anything.
And for the party, we wanted the old Hollywood glam… we wanted everything to look elegant but still cozy. We asked for a lot of candles, and imperial table seating … like you’re having an intimate family dinner.
Emilio Olabarrieta Atelier - Our decorators are visionaries, they truly understood the vision since our first meeting. They brought the Italian aesthetic to Puerto Rico, they made everything come to life and we are so grateful.
What were a few things that were important to you as a couple to include (or not include) in the wedding?
Music plays a big role to us, we’re very sensible to music. I wanted to walk down the aisle to Elvis Presley’s “Can’t Help Falling in Love” (my dad used to sing me this song when I was little, it seemed fitting to walk down the aisle with him by side to this song.) Also, my bridal party walked to “Home” by a Cinematic Orchestra… the lyrics of this song have a special meaning, especially since we decided to marry by this tree…
“Out in the garden where we planted the seeds, there is a tree as old as me… this is a place where I don’t feel so alone, this is a place where I feel at home…”
It was also important to us as a couple to have our photographers to capture the moments( not pictures that felt forced or posey, journal photography and candid pictures that tell a story, our love story) .
We’re very traditional and we’re both old souls so we wanted to have a photo booth to capture everyone just having fun… being able to have these memories to look back on is everything to us.
Lastly, it was important for us to pay homage to our culture… so everything from the food to the music was a part of how we grew up and what we love.
How did you decide on the location?
Initially, we wanted to have a small wedding with our closest friends and family in Portofino, Italy. Portofino is a beautiful sail town, with so old school charm. Adonis has a sailboat and we both enjoy being by the sea, we felt very at home when we visited. We instantly fell in love with this magical place and both envisioned getting married here. Once we started planning everything, it became very evident that planning a wedding in Portofino when we were both so far away would be an extra challenge. Also, a lot of loved ones wouldn’t have been able to travel so far, which was important to us.
Ultimately we decided to do it in The Ritz Carlton Reserve in Dorado. I grew up visiting this resort and I have the most fond memories with my family vacationing here.
The ceremony was held right by this 100-year-old ficus tree, it’s majestic and so beautiful. It was essential for me to have the ceremony be held outdoors. Being in nature makes us feel a little closer to God, the energy that surrounded us this day was truly magical.
Let's talk dress! Give us all the deets!
I work in fashion, ( ’m a buyer for a boutique men’s and women’s store in Puerto Rico)… I’m very detail-oriented, the dress was probably the most important aspect of this process.
I had many pins on my mood board on Pinterest, when I went to shop for my dress I had an idea of what I wanted. A form-fitting dress, always leaning towards a fit and flare.
Lady, was the loveliest … she gave me the best advice: which was to try every single dress that caught my attention even if it was different than what I had originally envisioned because once you try something on, your vision changes. And she was so patient and kind with me throughout this proccess.
I shared with her that I wanted a dress that felt timeless, something I could wear ten / twenty years from now and I could still love it. She understood my vision and brought me options, even a few out of my comfort zone.
The fifth dress I tried on was the one.
To my surprise, an A-line dress, a simple silhouette, with an amazing fit… the corset on this dress was to die for. Made me feel snatched. My mom and sister cried as soon as I tried it on. The Alex Perry dress of my dreams.
It’s true what they say, once you try on the one. You just know. This gave me Jackie Kennedy vibes but with spice.
I felt very regal, very much like a princess in it. I didn’t even know I wanted to feel like a princess. But when else could you feel this way? Once we choose the dress, we picked a veil. I always knew I wanted a mantilla veil, and since the dress was simple … the mantilla veil with lace details complimented it perfectly. It was absolutely dreamy.
How did your family, friends, etc play into your wedding planning and wedding day?
This process would not have been the same without my mom. She was there with me planning every detail, the best wedding planner I could’ve asked for.
We’re very close, so she understands me like no one else does. I absolutely adore her. Getting to share this moment and journey with her was the best part, seeing how emotional and genuinely happy this made her filled me with joy. I love making her proud. She really felt like it was her wedding… I had to remind her that I was the one getting married, not her haha. It was sweet to see her so excited.
What's one specific memory you have from your wedding day that you don't think you'll ever forget.
The overwhelming amount of love we felt. Seeing my now hubby’s face as I was walking down the aisle, he looked like a giddy little boy… that moment was priceless.
I also really enjoyed watching everyone all glammed up and having the time of their life… all celebrating us.
How did you decide on your hair and makeup look?
I wanted a very natural look, something that enhanced my features. Rosy cheeks and glowy dewy skin. I referenced a picture of Lily Aldridge I had pinned… she always looks flawless.
I researched a lot of makeup artists until I finally found Carlos Marrero. He was a gem to work with, and gave me a lot of peace while I was getting ready. Also, it’s hard to find in PR MUA who do French beauty type of makeup, usually for weddings a lot of artists do pageant makeup which is not what I wanted. I wanted to look enhanced not hidden behind makeup.
He described it perfectly: “You want to look like how you look when you’re in love… when your cheeks are blushing and your lips are flushed. Literally a blushing bride…”
Was there one vendor you used that you wish everyone knew about?
Yes! Everyone who was involved in the planning were amazing.
Jorge & Evy specifically @pearlmemories My photographer/videographer. Not only did they take the most beautiful/ editorial pictures but their energy made us feel very peaceful … in a day that can be quite stressful. They made this whole process very enjoyable and we’re very receptive and open to our suggestions. They translated our vision effortlessly.
Where did you go on your honeymoon and what was the best part?
We went to Japan for our honeymoon- we’re both very inspired by Japanese interiors… and I personally love the movie “In the mood for love”. Japan has always been on our bucket list.
We visited Kyoto, Hakone ( the countryside), and Tokyo. We figured it was the farthest place to travel and eventually with kids it would be a bit more complicated to do so in the future.
We have so much to learn from Japanese culture… they are so calm and respectful and so precise in everything they do. We really enjoyed Kyoto the most, the food, architecture( mix of old and new) and history is so impressive. They were so kind to us, all the attention to detail… they made us feel like we were in a love bubble. A trip we will never forget.
#realchicbride Claudia in Berta
#realchicbride Claudia Johnsen dishes on her love story, wedding, engagement, etc!
Tell us your love story! How did you meet and how did you get to a proposal?
Aiden and I met during law school at The University of Texas School of Law in 2019.
We crossed paths during 1L oral arguments. Aiden had just finished his shift as “judge” for the day when I walked in. I overheard him discussing travel plans to Madrid and chimed in to offer some recommendations, but Aiden claims he could not hear a word over the sound of “Careless Whisper” by George Michael, which he swears mysteriously started playing when he saw me. Nonetheless, Aiden pulled it together and we exchanged contact info so we could “talk about Madrid.”
Aside from the rich saxophonic melody and visible sparks flying around the room, it was a casual first encounter. Even so, we were mutually enamored and later admitted to texting our friends about it shortly afterwards.
Not long after, Aiden and I began having “study” dates, which inevitably evolved into “real” dates. We quickly became inseparable. Side-by-side, we traveled to 12 different countries, graduated law school, and moved in together in Houston, TX.
A little over two years after we met, we planned a bar trip to Santorini, Greece after I passed the bar exam. Unbeknownst to me, Aiden had other motives. On our second day in Santorini, we discovered an unbelievable sunset spot on a cliff overlooking the Aegean Sea, totally secluded from everyone else on the island. I was standing there taking in a mesmerizing sunset when I heard Aiden say, “Claudia.” I turned around and saw Aiden on one knee holding up the prettiest diamond I’ve ever seen.
When you started planning your wedding what did you envision? How close did the actual wedding get to that vision?
I always envisioned an outdoor wedding with ocean views. I wanted the setting to be romantic with lots of natural beauty and minimalist décor. I think our wedding was just that! We chose Son Marroig because of its impressive ocean views and architecture.
We highlighted the romantic nature of the venue by adding lots of candles to our “alfresco” reception. I decided on all white florals, mainly roses, because of their elegant and timeless feel. My floral arrangements reflected the minimalist look I wanted, allowing the venue’s breathtaking natural landscape to be the focal point. The rolling mountains, the piercing blue Mediterranean sea, the lush gardens, and the venue’s striking marble and Spanish stone already provided the perfect setting.
What were a few things that were important to you as a couple to include (or not include) in the wedding?
We wanted to showcase the union of two cultures—I’m Cuban, and Aiden is from the U.S. We made sure our ceremony and speeches incorporated both English and Spanish, while also highlighting the common values we share. We also wanted to showcase some of the reasons why we fell in love with Spain, such as its amazing cuisine and music. To do this, we hired a Michelin star caterer and a Spanish guitarist who played during the cocktail hour.
How did you decide on the location?
I always dreamed of having a destination wedding, and Aiden supported that. Shortly after Aiden proposed, we started looking at venues in some of our favorite countries. We decided on Spain partly because of how much Son Marroig impressed us, but also because Spain is where we fell in love. Aiden studied abroad in Madrid during the early stages of our relationship, and I visited him so much that several people thought I studied abroad there too!
Let's talk dress! Give us all the deets!
I always pictured myself in a lace fitted wedding gown. I became obsessed with a Berta Privee dress I had seen on Instagram. I searched endlessly for boutiques in Miami and Houston that carried the dress. I finally found it at Chic Parisien and made an appointment to try on that particular dress. The day of my appointment, my amazing stylist, Katie, pulled out a few Berta dresses for me to try, including the one I had specifically gone to see. As soon as she put it on me, I knew it wasn’t the dress for me.
We tried around three other dresses, but I knew none of them were “the one.” However, we still had one more dress to try from the options Katie had pulled. When I saw that final dress on the hanger, I did not have a positive first impression. I told Katie I probably was not going to like it, but she insisted I should try it on anyway. I did. Before it was zipped up all the way, I knew it was the dress for me!
My grandmother, mother, and sister all agreed and were in awe of the dress. Every detail of the lace was breathtaking. The neckline was immaculate. I loved that it had delicate straps. The long train was everything I had dreamed of but even better. The dress was nude but not see through, and the bow that sits around the waist was the perfect finishing touch. I instantly pictured myself walking down the Son Marroig aisle in this flawless Berta dress. It was perfect.
How did your family, friends, etc play into your wedding planning and wedding day?
My family played a large role throughout the wedding planning and wedding day. They supported me every step of the way. Both my parents and Aiden’s even traveled with us to Mallorca in October for our food tasting and venue walkthrough.
My sister and Maid of Honor, Elizabeth, played a huge role through it all. She took her crafting skills to the next level and made all of the stationary. I bounced off every idea I had on her. On my wedding day, she decorated my “getting ready” suite, and along with my Matron of Honor, Laura, ensured I was taken care of and without a worry the entire day.
What's one specific memory you have from your wedding day that you don't think you'll ever forget?
I will never forget the moment Aiden and I first saw each other as I walked down the aisle. The day was sunny, 70 degrees, and gorgeous as I approached the edge of the cliff where Aiden was waiting. All I could focus on was Aiden. He looked at me with a tender smile and sparkly blue eyes that made me feel so special. In that moment, I knew he was as happy as I was.
At the same time, seeing the happiness of all our closest friends and family is a memory I will forever hold dear to my heart. Each of them traveled long and far to share that moment with us, and I am eternally grateful.
How did you decide on your hair and makeup look?
I wanted my hair and makeup look to be classic and elegant, so I decided on a texturized updo and soft glam that complemented my natural features.
Was there one vendor you used that you wish everyone knew about?
All of our vendors were absolutely amazing! In particular, my hair and makeup artist, Lucia Zima, was a gem to work with. She understood exactly what I wanted from our very first meeting and worked on accentuating my best features while at the same time maintaining a timeless natural look. Our catering team, Catering Marc Fosh, was also phenomenal! From the hors d'oeuvre at the cocktail hour to our midnight snacks, the food was incredible and our guests are still raving about it. Lastly, I want everyone to know about the sax player, Ramon Riera, and the DJ, Marc Oliver, who took our party to the next level during the reception. They were unbelievable, and no one left the dance floor all night!
Where did you go on your honeymoon and what was the best part?
For our honeymoon, we went to Italy (Tuscany, Sicily, and Sardinia). Each place was unique and amazing, but Sardinia may have been the favorite. One highlight was renting a yacht that took us on a breathtaking journey in the Mediterranean. We spent all day jumping in the crystal clear waters of La Maddalena and sunbathing on the beautiful boat while sipping prosecco. It was magical.
CREDITS
• Photo: @miguel.arranz.weddings
• Makeup & Hair: @zima_mua
• Catering: @cateringmarcfosh
• Music: @lomusic.es
• Sax: @ramonrieramusic
• DJ: @djmarcoliver
•WP: @mc.eventplanner @nakar.events
•Decor: @enesencia_decora @exclusive4events
• Video: @alexandra_timelessweddings
• Venue: @son_marroig
New Arrivals July 2023
Shop the latest new arrivals to our stock room from chic bridal designers like Muse by Berta, Monique Lhuillier, Ines Di Santo and Katherine Tash.
Shopping for your wedding dress and wondering what’s new at Chic Parisien. Besides our very packed schedule of designer trunk shows, where you can shop the latest collections from our edit of bridal designers, you can always ask about new arrivals. This might be especially helpful if you have already shopped but didn’t find “the one” just yet.
Here is a peek into some of the latest arrivals to our stock:
Meet Irina, Chic Parisien Bridal Stylist
Name: Irina Rodriguez
How have you been working at Chic Parisien? 1 year.
How would you describe your personal style? Effortlessly feminine with a colorful side.
Who is your style icon? Princess Diana.
Why do you love working in the wedding industry? I love fashion and styling ever since I can remember, and now I get to do it while being part of such a special moment in someones life.
What's your favorite dessert? Ice Cream.
Is there a wedding dress (from any season) that you'll always remember? Charming by Monique Lhuillier.
Which of our designers best encapsulates your personal style ? Monique Lhuillier can be so feminine, but effortlessly sexy; and dreamy at the same time.
What is somewhere on your travel bucket list? Petra, Jordan.
What's a part of your job that you love? Creating an easy environment for brides to be themselves and find their dream dress.
What's your favorite movie? Notting Hill and The Parent Trap.
What's something about your job that might surprise people? I know a bride found her dress by the glow on her face.
Feathers or fringe? Feathers.
Sequins or simple? Sequins.
Tiara or headband? Hair pins.
Inbal Dror New Collection At Chic Parisien For A Limited Time Only
If you dream of an Inbal Dror dress for your wedding day there is no better time to come say “yes” to the dress than during the Inbal Dror trunk show this weekend at Chic Parisien. For a limited time only, we’ll have an extended edit of Inbal Dror wedding dresses available for you to try on in store.
These dreamy, ethereal, chic dresses include all the bridal silhouettes that you love. There are sparkly ballgowns, high/low gowns, corseted tops, mermaid cuts, rhinestoned bows, long sleeved lace wedding dresses, soft, romantic a-lines. We have long adored the jaw-dropping work of this iconic Israeli wedding dress designer and we’re thrilled to have this collection at our Coral Gables bridal boutique - you won’t want to miss it!
Meet Yeilys Perez,
Meet Yeilys, she’s most likely the first person that you’ll see at Chic Parisien when you enter our bridal boutique. She is the smiling face behind our front desk! Yeilys helps guide our brides through their shopping experience starting with greeting them with her friendly demeanor and calm energy. Get to know her a little more by reading below:
Name: Yeilys Perez
How have you been working at Chic Parisien?
I have been working at Chic for a year now and I love it.
How would you describe your personal style?
Ultra sophisticated style with a modern sassy surprise. :)
Who is your style icon?
Audrey Hepburn, Grace Kelly just to name a few.
Why do you love working in the wedding industry?
I love Fashion, and I love meeting people from all over the world while they search for the most fashionable dress for their big day.
What's your favorite dessert?
Gelato
Is there a wedding dress (from any season) that you'll always remember?
Baldwin from Monique Lhuillier
Which of our designers best encapsulates your personal style (it can be a mish-mash! Just tell us why!)?
This is a tough question, I love them all but if I have to choose it would be Yolan Cris.
What is somewhere on your travel bucket list?
Bali
What's a part of your job that you love?
When I see the bride happy that she has found her dress.
What's your favorite movie?
La Dolce Vita
Feathers or fringe?
Fringe
Sequins or simple?
Simple
Tiara or headband?
Headband
New Monique Lhuillier Collection At Chic Parisien For A Limited Time Only
Shop the latest, brand new Monique Lhuillier wedding dress collection at our Coral Gables bridal boutique. Make your appointment to see this collection of wedding gowns for yourself with the help of a bridal stylist and be ready to “say yes” to your dream dress.
If you’ve been eyeing the brand new Monique Lhuillier collection - you aren’t alone! This new line of bridal gowns is especially chic, even for the iconic wedding designer Monique Lhuillier.
We’ve extended the trunk show through the end of the week so that all the wedding dress shoppers out there have time to come in and see this collection for themselves at our Coral Gables bridal boutique.
When we first say this collection at New York Bridal Fashion Week, our first impression was that there is really something for every kind of bride in this edit. If you’re looking for a ballgown, there are plenty. Looking for lace? Wait until you see these! If you are head over heels for the signature Monique Lhuillier florals, there are brand new takes on these special and different wedding dresses that are brimming with romance.
Take a look at our photos from the first look at the collection and then make your appointment now to shop with a private bridal stylist.
Go Inside Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week with Ines Di Santo and Madison Aycoth
Photographer Madison Aycoth shared these insanely chic photos from the Ines Di Santo presentation in Barcelona.
Behind The Scenes at Bridal Fashion Week with the Chic Parisien Team: Berta, Mira Zwillinger, Chose by Kyha, Reem Acra, Mark Ingram
Our team just took our bi-annual trip to NYC for Bridal Fashion Week where we scope out tyhe latest collection from our beloved roster of designers and are always on the look out for new and exiting brands to add to our collection. We spent three whirlwind days looking at the latest in bridal fashion and taking stock of the bridal trends for the rest of 2023 and 2024 so that we are prepared with what our brides will be asking for in the coming year as we buy wedding dresses for our stock.
We won’t have these gowns available for another six months or so in our collection (it takes time to make these beautiful, chic, handmade bridal gowns!) but if you see something you love, you should keep an eye out for a trunk show by that bridal designer where the collection will visit our Coral Gables bridal boutique in its entirely. Trunk shows are the best way to get a first look at the wedding dress collection of your favorite bridal designer way in advance of the dresses arriving for our stock.
Here’s a first look at a few of our collections, more to come soon!
BERTA
Chosen by KYHA
Mira Zwillinger
Mark Ingram COllection
Reem acra
Staff Pick: Kendall Loves Ines Di Santo Camelia Paired with Maria Elena Earrings
We’ve been asking our bridal stylists for their favorite picks from our stock room and we’re loving being surprised by their wedding dresses du jour. Today, we’re featuring Kendall, our Assistant Buyer and Stylist’s, favorite wedding dress of the moment, the bery on trend Ines Di Santo Camelia dress. J’adore!
She paired with with a beautiful set of bridal earrings from local Miami designer and Chic Parisien fav, Maria Elena Headpieces.
Yolancris Collection Highlight
Get to know the Yolancris collection at Chic Parisien during our Yolancris Trunk Show featuring this stylish and timeless Spanish collection at our Coral Gables bridal boutique for a limited time only.
Staff Pick: Alana's Loves Misha By Mira Zwillinger
We asked our staff to weigh in and pick some of their favorite wedding dresses, bridal accessories and more from our stock at Chic Parisien. It’s a treasure trove in here, there are closets full of gorgeous, dreamy wedding looks, just waiting to find the perfect bride to say “yes” and then walk it down the aisle.
Here’s Alana, our Sales Manager’s, choice for favorite bridal wardrobe pieces available at Chic Parisien right now:
Misha Dress & Topper by Mira Zwillinger
Preorder Now! Berta Legging Boots!
These amazing, super sparkly, unbelievably chic Berta leggings (they’re really boots + leggings!) are available now for preorder at Chic Parisien. The perfect addition to your second look or bachelorette party wardrobe, these hybrid legging boots by the inimitable Berta made a major SPLASH when we announced that we are one of the limited preorder retailers in the world. If you are eyeing these amazing Berta leggings, be sure to email info@cpbride ASAP to place your order. They take five/six months to be handmade, so you’ll want to get your order in now to have them ready for your wedding weekend looks.
Berta Rome Collection Highlights
Bonjour! Just here to share a few favorites from the Berta Rome collection, recently seen at Chic Parisien. If you’re interested in one of these wedding dresses or another beautiful gown from the Berta Rome collection, feel free to reach out!
Meet Marisol Rodriguez Stylist at Chic Parisien
Name: Marisol Rodriguez
How have you been working at Chic Parisien? Over 3 years
How would you describe your personal style? Elegant, sophisticated, feminine, and classy
Who is your style icon? Audrey Hepburn
Why do you love working in the wedding industry? That I'm surrounded with happy people and brides who will celebrate one of the happiest days of their lives and I can instill in them my creativity and bring to life what they envision for their day
What's your favorite dessert? Dark Chocolate
Is there a wedding dress (from any season) that you'll always remember? Flock of Angels by Reem Acra
Which of our designers best encapsulates your personal style (it can be a mish-mash! Just tell us why!)? The silhouette and textiles of Reem Acra with the modern twist to a traditional timeless white dress of Mark Ingram
What is somewhere on your travel bucket list? Thailand
What's a part of your job that you love? I love being a part of one of a bride’s most important day and making them feel radiant. That's magical!
What's your favorite movie? Roman Holiday
What's something about your job that might surprise people? The anticipation of finding "the" dress for their wedding day is just as exciting for me as it is for the bride!
Feathers or fringe? Feathers
Sequins or simple? Simple
Tiara or headband? Headband
Katherine Tash at Chic Parisien
Introducing Katherine Tash at Chic Parisien. This modern wedding dress designer is a beautiful new addition to our edit of chic wedding gowns. Currently in store for a limited time only, reserve your appointment now to shop Katherine Tash.
Meet Kati Wirtz Bridal Stylist & Client Services At Chic Parisien
Get to know Kati (Bridal Stylist and Client Services).
She has a passion for bridal but isn’t afraid to dabble in a little bit of edge - read on to hear more about her personal style inspirations, the Monique Lhuillier dress she simply will never be able to get over, and more chic details about her life and style.
Name: Kati Wirtz
How have you been working at Chic Parisien? 2 years
How would you describe your personal style? Edgy
Who is your style icon? Kristen Stewart, Megan Fox
Why do you love working in the wedding industry? I love that designers use bridal fashion to showcase their craftsmanship as a designer and provide us with some of the most beautiful, avant-garde masterpieces on the runway.
What's your favorite dessert? Espresso martini ;)
Is there a wedding dress (from any season) that you'll always remember? Monique Lhuillier Bloom. I wasn't even working here yet when I first fell in love with that dress. I love how unique the green print is.
Which of our designers best encapsulates your personal style? I would say Mira Zwillinger. I love how unique her fabrics are, and how she plays with texture and architectural elements.
What is somewhere on your travel bucket list? Greece, Italy (specifically the Amalfi Coast), Ireland... just to name a few!
What's a part of your job that you love? I love unpacking the trunk shows and seeing the dresses fresh from the runway first hand.
What's your favorite movie? Stephen King's It, the new one
What's something about your job that might surprise people? I think it might surprise brides to know that it's easier to style them based on their inspo pictures instead of leaving it up to us. They'll look good in a million different styles! What's most important is their personal style!
Feathers or fringe? Feathers!
Sequins or simple? Simple
Tiara or headband? Can I say comb?
Meet Kendall Huibregste Assistant Buyer and Bridal Stylist at Chic Parisien
Meet Kendall Huibregste. She’s the assistant buyer at Chic Parisien and a bridal stylist with one of the best-trained eyes in the wedding industry. Kendall comes from Minnesota and has been in Miami for six years. You might recognize her from our Instagram (@chicparisien) but read more to get to know her!
Name: Kendall Huibregste
How have you been working at Chic Parisien? Six years
How would you describe your personal style? Feminine, classic lines with a touch of an edge.
Who is your style icon? Morgan Stewart, Hailey Bieber, Rosie Hungton Whitely, Olivia Culpo, Chloe Lloyd, Marianna Hewitt
Why do you love working in the wedding industry? I love bridal fashion and designing a wedding wardrobe so that the pieces flow together and tell a story of the bride's personal style
What's your favorite dessert? Macaroons, champagne and nutella croissants
Is there a wedding dress (from any season) that you'll always remember? Inbal Dror style 16-05
Which of our designers best encapsulates your personal style (it can be a mish-mash! Just tell us why!)? Monique Lhuillier for her classic yet feminine silhouettes, with a touch of drama!
What is somewhere on your travel bucket list? Ischia, Italy & Tokyo, Japan
What's a part of your job that you love? Going to see the new collections in New York twice a year!
What's your favorite movie? Omg too many to begin to name! Uptown Girls, Practical Magic, Ever After
What's something about your job that might surprise people?
Feathers or fringe? Feathers
Sequins or simple? Simple
Tiara or headband? Headband
