If you’ve ever perused my runway recaps on the Merci New York blog, you’re probably very familiar with my love for Monique Lhuillier . Aside from wearing Monique Lhuillier on my own wedding day, I always look forward to her shows, be it for bridal market or fashion week. Suffice it it say, I have a major design crush on everything she creates…
For Fall 2012, Monique Lhuillier entitled her show “Floral Fantasy.” {I’ve included her inspiration beneath the photos}. Beyond the wonderfully ethereal look of the line, I loved how Lhuillier’s line was wearable. Like any other stylist, I love an inventive runway, but I adore when a designer creates specifically for her clients. The Monique Lhuillier bride will wear her gowns exactly as they are shown here – There are no “runway-only” embellishments that are overtly editorial. The focus remains on the wonderfully romantic gowns and the sure-to-be-glowing bride. And really, isn’t that what bridal style is truly all about?
Here are Monique Lhuillier’s inspirations, direct from the run-of-show:
“Ethereal, dreamy, frothy, romantic. All of these words came to my mind when I was dreaming up this collection. The featherweight quality is woven through the collection. Flowing chiffons, yards and yards of tulle, lightweight laces all layered to create a delicate luxurious feeling. Beading is subtly sprinkled on our laces to add some shimmer… Welcome to my Floral Fantasy.”
All photos copyright Merci New York .