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Romona Keveza Fall 2017 Bridal Collection – New York Bridal Fashion Week

While sophisticated and timeless, the Romona Keveza couture bridal collection is a fashion forward alternative to the designer’s more traditional Romona Keveza Legends collection! The Fall 2017 gowns have a shared inspiration – the fantasy that every girl has of her perfect dress – whether she is a modernist, a fashionista or an aristocrat. Here is a look at the stunning Fall 2017 bridal gowns that were presented to us just last weekend during New York Bridal fashion week!

Dreamy and ethereal best describe the “fashionista” wedding gowns that first emanated from the dressing suite. These dresses featured 3d laces and intricate beadwork in subtle hues of blush, gold and lavender! Their gossamer fabrics included silk net and metallic silk embroidered lace – for an effect that was utterly enchanting!

The modern bridal gowns that came next were incredibly chic, yet feminine – including horsehair finished overskirts that softened the sleek lines of the minimalist gowns underneath. These gowns feature Romona Keveza’s signature 5ply Italian silk crepe fabric, which is truly like no other crepe in the industry. This rich fabric has just the right weight to make the gown drape perfectly along the bride’s figure, and her seaming is so impeccably effortless it belies the skill that is needed to achieve it. The Fall 2017 collection achieved a new level of architectural drama with several short dresses that were paired with overskirts of varying length and style…giving brides the versatility of transitioning from gown to cocktail dress at a moment’s notice!

Finally, the aristocrat series of gowns are best described by one term – dream dress! Featuring baroque details, silk organza flowers, beaded laces, and flowing skirts, each bridal gown gives a nod to the different princess fantasies we may have had as little girls. As always, Romona Keveza’s finale gown was the masterpiece of the collection, based on a gown from New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art. Made of lace printed silk organza, the ballgown skirt is cut to lay like the petals of a flower…this dress is the ultimate chic Cinderella fantasy!

We have to thank Collin Pierson photography for capturing these moments during our appointment with

Romona Keveza at New York Bridal Fashion week!

Dimitra’s Bridal is proud to be the exclusive bridal boutique for the Romona Keveza bridal collection in Chicago.

Romona Keveza Spring 2017 Bridal Collection – New York Bridal Fashion Week

World renowned bridal designer Romona Keveza presents her collections in her intimate penthouse suite at 1 Rockefeller Plaza. In the setting of what feels like a European sitting room, a small group of retailers have the privilege of hearing the designer herself talk about the inspiration behind the season and the details of each and every gown, as they float through the room on the fresh, confident models the designer uses every season.

During April bridal market, the designer explained that her Spring 2017 collection was inspired by the “spirit and strength of Parisians” – something Romona experienced first hand during the time she spent in Paris after the November terrorist attacks in the city. The couture bridal collection featured distinct microcollections, including modern, minimalistic wedding gowns, romantic, custom laces and luxurious, floral prints that are signatures of the design house.

We were very lucky to have photographer Collin Pierson with us to capture these moments during our appointment!

Dimitra’s Bridal is the exclusive retailer for the Romona Keveza couture bridal and evening collections in Chicago! For up to date information on our trunk shows and events for this breathtaking collection, please visit our EVENTS page, email us at info@dimitrasbridal.com or call 312 787 0920.

Reem Acra Spring 2017 Bridal Runway Presentation at New York Bridal Fashion Week Part I

The Reem Acra bridal collection is always a highlight of New York Bridal Fashion Week. As we waited for the runway presentation to begin at New York Bridal Fashion Week, the anticipation of retailers, magazine editors and fashion bloggers alike could be felt throughout the room. Everyone was eager to see the latest creations of this world renowned designer come down the catwalk!

Reem as always, did not disappoint as one breathtaking wedding dress after another left everyone inspired and eager to show them off to their brides all over the world! Thankfully, we had photographer Collin Pierson of Collin Pierson Photography with us to capture each and every gown just as it came down the runway to share with you!

Here is part I of our blog on the Reem Acra Spring 2017 bridal collection!

The first bridal gown was an off the shoulder sheath with sparkling embroidery and the most perfect lace up back we have ever seen! Style points: She has a corset fit bodice to shape the bride’s body beautifully and cinch in the waist. The sheath skirt skims the hip lightly for a soft silhouette showing off the bride’s figure, yet moving with every step she makes. We love the combination of a fitted bodice and a whimsical skirt…and that back is as remarkably beautiful as it is unexpected!

The next lovely featured a sheer corset bodice that gave way to a soft A line skirt. Style points: The details of this dress are truly dreamy…delicate laces layered upon each other for a beautiful dimensional effect. While the silhouette is an A Line, lace tendrils drip down from the bodice, restraining the volume of the skirt so that it never overwhelms the bride and instead has a lengthening effect. Underneath the top layer of tulle, there is a layer of very subtle sparkle – just enough to set off the lace work beautifully and ensure the bride will be the centerpiece of her wedding!

For the princess bride, Reem Acra has designed a timeless confection. Style points: The designer’s signature corset bodice is covered in embroidered lace and features a high sweetheart neckline that is uniquely demure. The princess A Line skirt features tulle layers finished with extra wide horsehair, providing just enough weight to restrain the frothiness of the skirt. Breathtaking is an understatement when describing the impact this wedding gown had coming down the aisle!

What we adore most about this dress is the train. The Reem Acra statement for the season can be found in this incredibly long train, which was created to be pulled up and over the bride’s face for a mantilla veil effect that is unimaginable! The designer added lace appliques along the horsehair of the train to tie the look into the gown perfectly. When asked about bustling such a long train, Ms. Acra replied, “You must cut it off after the ceremony!” as if this were the most obvious thing in the world. We had to admit her daring and innovation is what makes her so important to fashion – a true artist. Ultimately, the subtle creativity hidden in this wedding gown is what makes the dress incredibly special!

There is nothing we love more than offering our brides options…we love to “say yes” to all of our brides’ dress dreams! You can imagine our delight when we realized this next gown would allow us to give our brides the sun, moon, and stars!

Style points: going down the aisle, this bridal gown has a billowing organza overskirt which is undetectable – the skirt’s lace tendrils blend in beautifully with the bodice of the more fitted alencon wedding dress hiding underneath. When the bride is ready, she can remove the overskirt and dance the night away in her gorgeous lace sheath – which is effortless, chic, and still very bridal. The cap sleeves on the bridal gown are also removable – and can be taken off whenever the bride decides she wants to show off her shoulders (or raise the roof as it were)…sun-check, moon-check, AND stars-check!

Featuring white on white linear artwork, the next bridal gown is a modern take on the princess bride. The sparkling sequins have a spun sugar effect, adding just enough sweetness to this contemporary design. We love the sheer illusion sleeves to the elbow and the high scoop neckline – modest wedding dresses have become so uncommon that they now have the greatest impact coming down the aisle! This minimalist design is uber chic yet still very feminine and classic!

Dimitra’s Bridal Couture is proud to be the exclusive retailer for the Reem Acra bridal and evening collections in Chicago. Join us as we debut the Spring 2017 collection during our upcoming trunk show, June 24th – 26th.

We cannot wait to show off these incredible gowns to our brides!

Reem Acra

Zuhair Murad Fall 2016 Bridal Collection – BTS at Our New York Bridal Fashion Week Appointment!

We always look forward to seeing the latest bridal creations of world renowned haute couture designer Zuhair Murad! This couture bridal collection is made from the most exquisite European laces and fabrics, and sewn by hand in Lebanon by the types of seamstresses that have become a rarity in today’s world. Their experienced hands embroider and finish every piece of fabric on each wedding gown. It is a labor intensive process requiring time and expertise, but the results are worth every bit of the effort!

Love of design and creativity, passion for tradition and craft – all of these things come through in each and every Zuhair Murad wedding gown and have struck a chord with brides all over the world who cannot help but fall in love with his designs!

Chic and sexy, yet very feminine and modest – this describes perfectly the magic of a Zuhair Murad design.

Fall 2016 was breathtaking, romantic, and as always a celebration of everything bridal!

Stephen Yearick Fall 2015 – New York Bridal Fashion Week

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Zuhair Murad Fall 2015 – New York Bridal Fashion Week

One of the most coveted haute couture designers in the world, Zuhair Murad brings the same ultra chic style and impeccable construction to his bridal collection, infusing the traditional wedding gown with elements that reflect the haute couture runway trends fo the moment. The Fall 2015 wedding dresses are feminine, romantic and sexy, and the season brings a wide range of styles, some of which we are seeing for the first time in the bridal collection. The bohemian chic Mauriane gown shown above was immediately one of our favorites – a truly modern take on the boho sheath, we love everything about this gown – the high neck and long sleeves, the fluid silhouette and the artisitic placement of linear elements among the hand sewn guipure lace elements. She is perfection.

The Fall 2015 collection also introduces several fit and flare sheaths that bring the focus back to basics – fabric, silhouette and signature details. Our favorite of these gowns was the Malie wedding dress, shown above. We could not resist the couture detailing on this bridal gown – the hand sewn lace has a subtle sparkle and is perfectly placed for tasteful balance of tradition and sex appeal. The silhouette is soft and fluid, fitting to the lower hip and then widening gradually to a dramatic embellished hem and breathtaking train.

The Zuhair Murad mariage collection is never repetitive, and Fall 2015 was no different! The Macy wedding gown above was unlike any other in this season’s line up, featuring a soft A Line silhouette, and flattering, linear beadwork on a short sleeved, illusion bodice with a plunging backline. This contemporary princess bride is just as much a fashionista as she is a romantic. Chic, girly, modern, sweet – all come together in this unique wedding dress.

The sheer fit and flare wedding gown with long sleeves and a removable train is Zuhair Murad’s bridal signature. The artfully placed lace and subtle sparkle of “Mia”are irresistible. The train is a subdued version of this style, adding a subtle A Line shape and breathtaking train to the bridal silhouette.

The hand cut and sewn three dimensional lace of the Magda gown shown below, absolutely took our breath away. In person, she is absolutely breathtaking – a midsummer night’s dream! The modified A Line silhouette adds to the unapologetically demure and feminine style of this bridal gown – Magda boldly stands apart from her sheer, low back sisters in the collection!

Melissa, shown above and below, left us speechless. What a perfect gown for a chic, winter wedding! The drama of removing this skirt cannot be overstated – these are truly two stunning gowns in one! The texture of the skirt and the delicate lace of the sheath are a stark contrast to each other and the high neck is the type of couture styling that makes this bridal gown unforgettable!

Soft silhouettes and fluid lines defined the Zuhair Murad Fall 2015 bridal collection, and Manon and Marine are perfect examples of this. Illusion necklines, pleated A Line skirts, and embellished sleeves all speak to the romantic and timeless designs of the season’s bridal trends.

Shop the Zuhair Murad bridal collection by appointment, 312.787.0920.

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