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A bridal affair

Paris and romance, they go together like champagne and oysters, café and

croissants, jambon and beurre — it is a city that resonates love

O ur Editor-in-Chief, Omega Love was delighted to attend Paris Bridal Fair, in a city that radiates romance from the

designer streets and magnificent monuments. The height of international fashion, Paris is a landmark icon for noveau designs and classic styles that attract celebrities and stars from all over the world. Miss Love had the pleasure of meeting wedding dress specialists and up-and-coming boutique designers. With a first-hand insight into all the new beautiful bridal collections, our Editor-in-Chief has hand-picked a few of the finest designers and showcases their statement pieces that are hitting not only Parisian catwalks, but also international runways.

NION & SHUVALOFF A beautiful encounter between Russian born Katerina, and French born Éric, led to the development of Nion & Shuvaloff, a company founded on the communal love of bohemian wedding accessories. Glistening halo headpieces add a glamorous touch to flowing, wind-tossed tresses or voluminous plaits. If you want to achieve the ultimate boho beauty look, wear a crown of gorgeous blooms in ivory and sorbet shades. Infuse your wedding day with a free-spirited feel using whimsical bridal hair accessories and jewellery from these experts. Softly dramatic or demurely delicate, Nion & Shuvaloff offer headbands, clips and pins that lend a nature-inspired touch to bridal and bridesmaids’ hair.

Match your wedding embellishments with your boho theme. Free spirited brides can accessorise with stylish hairpieces and unique hand jewellery

Subtle Touches

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INSPIRATION

CHANTAL HAUTE COUTUREChantal and Oshrat Romano, mother and daughter, are two lovely ladies that offer glamorous gowns, tailor-made to perfection. “Our goal is not just to match each bride to the most flattering gown, but to choose the right dress that reflects her inner beauty.” These words explain the inspiration for the designers’ story. On the understanding that each bride dreams of looking like a princess, mother and daughter created the ‘Be YOU Bridal’ collection. Each dress embodies an enchanting character from the most beloved stories of all time, such as Cindrella, Jasmine, Ariel, Belle, Rapunzel, Mulan and Snow White. With a clear taste for graceful, flowing cuts and premium materials, Chantal and Oshrat’s fabulous creations are the fairy-tale choice for your magical day.

LINEA RAFFAELLISynonymous with stunning and stylish dresses in fabulous colours, Linea Raffaelli is a European brand distinguished by its stylistic originality, combined with the use of refined Spanish and Italian fabrics. The Bridal 2017 collection features sensational dresses intricately decorated with lace and subtle beading details to create an effortlessly elegant look. Their unique and summer-infused Santorini Boutique collection offers sumptuous silks & taffetas, delicate embroidery and bold beadwork, creating stylish outfits that come alive. From stunning pink lace dresses to nude and ivory tweed boleros, the Santorini collection will most certainly add a beautiful touch of glamour to your honeymoon!

Let your fairy-tale dreams come alive with luxurious and flattering Disney princess wedding dresses

Pastel tones and sophisticated accessories look picture-perfect against ocean blue landscapes

Flowing Romance

Refined Luxury