#realchicbride Carolina in Monique Lhuillier Alexandra
Tell us your love story! How did you meet and how did you get to a proposal?
Matthew and I met when we were both 19 years old, attending FIU, at one of my best friend and bridesmaid’s birthday party. I secretly told all my friends I thought he was cute. Eventually, that message got back to him and he asked for my number. We immediately started dating and have been inseparable ever since. Our wedding date was actually on our 5 and a half year anniversary. We have spent those years planning our future, growing up together, and making amazing memories together and with our friends and families. Our favorite thing to do together is travel, leading to our engagement in Central Park, since New York is one of my favorite cities.
When you started planning your wedding what did you envision? How close did the actual wedding get to that vision?
I’ve always been the type of girl who has planned my wedding since I was a little girl. My vision has changed through the years but I knew I wanted something timeless and elegant that I could look back on when I’m older and still absolutely love. I think our wedding absolutely nailed that vision. The all white florals and cascading greenery was even more beautiful than I could have imagined. It was an absolute dream!
What were a few things that were important to you as a couple to include (or not include) in the wedding?
We wanted our wedding to be as fun as it was beautiful, so I wanted to make sure our personalities showed through all the little details. We had an “Espresso Martinez” wall, Martinez being my new last name, and a gelato and cannoli cart representing our absolute favorite trip together to the Amalfi Coast. Instead of a typical bridal party entrance, we had our parents and the whole party enter the reception holding personalized club signs and cut outs of our faces.
How did you decide on the location?
I always knew I wanted a local wedding so all of our family and friends could attend. With that, I had been to or seen a lot of Miami venues and Catholic churches throughout the years and have always thought the Club of Knights was so beautiful and matched the vision I wanted perfectly. Miami also has beautiful churches but I had my eyes set on St Raymond for its close proximity and all wooden infrastructure. I toured both exactly a week after getting engaged and booked them that same day!
Let's talk dress! Give us all the deets!
My dress was absolutely perfect!
I always knew I’d buy my dress at Chic Parisien. My mom bought her dress there in 1987 and then my sister in 2015. I originally thought I’d have an all satin ballgown but once I saw a video of the Monique Lhullier Alexandra gown, I showed my mom and told her “If I’m doing lace, I’m doing this dress”. It was actually the first dress I tried on and I absolutely fell in love with it. It checked every box and really made me feel like a bride.
Paired with my laced trim veil and my lace and pearl Jimmy Choo heels, it was perfect for my wedding day. My sister also wore a Monique Lhullier gown so it felt just right!
How did your family, friends, etc play into your wedding planning and wedding day?
My family was a huge help during wedding planning and the wedding day itself, especially my mom and sister. I had a vision of what I wanted but always needed their reassurance before making any decision. They came along with me to every tour and every dress fitting. They were my biggest support on the day of and we had so much fun getting ready together and preparing for the big day. There were also three girls who absolutely made my wedding day so special, my nieces. They are 2, 4, and 6 and had the absolute best time. They got ready with us, cheersed apple cider, and danced the night away!
What's one specific memory you have from your wedding day that you don't think you'll ever forget.
I think walking down the aisle is something I’ll never forget. I didn’t do a first look, so that was the first time I saw my husband that day. It really felt like I was in a movie and I was so overwhelmed with happiness. Also, the fact that I got to have that moment with my dad was really special. It’s something I dreamed of since being a little girl and felt very full circle.
How did you decide on your hair and makeup look?
This was probably the thing I was most indecisive on during the entire planning process. With makeup, I really let my makeup artist do what she thought was best. Her work is so beautiful so I knew she would do great. I tried so many different hairstyles for my trial and dress fittings and didn’t decide until my final fitting that I wanted to do two hairstyles. I always knew I wanted my hair down for the ceremony but decided to do a slick back bun before the reception. It was the best decision ever! It was like having two looks but with my same gown. I got so many different photos and felt so comfortable dancing all night. I would highly recommend a second hair look!
Was there one vendor you used that you wish everyone knew about?
My photographer!!! Raquel, @blissfulhazephotography. She was absolutely amazing and made everything so seamless the day of. She made sure to get every single shot I wanted and sent sneak peeks three days after so I had all these beautiful memories to look back on as soon as possible. The day goes by so quickly and I’m so grateful we have such beautiful pictures to look back on. We will cherish her work for the rest of our lives!
Where did you go on your honeymoon and what was the best part?
We went on a 10 day cruise around Greece and Turkey. My husband and I’s favorite part was exploring Istanbul, which has always been on our bucket list.
Vendors
Photo @blissfulhazephotography
Video @lovestoryfilmsco
Content @everlastingeditsbykaren
Church St Raymond Catholic Church
Venue @theclubofknights
Glam @beautyby_renata
Florals @nerysflowers
Rentals @cachetentsandevents
Signage/Wall @miamiwritesco
DJ @mikesipegroup DVNY
Planner @events_by_priscilla
Gelato Cart @vanigliaecioccolato
Coffee Cart @aromaespresso
Car @aralimo
Flower Wall @yasminasfloral
#realchicbride Gabriella in Everest by Monique Lhuillier at her Mexico City Wedding
above: Ekaterina (Instagram: @photos_by_Katie)
Tell us your love story! How did you meet and how did you get to a proposal?
My husband and I have known each other since we were 18. We were good friends throughout our college career at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, although it was obvious to everyone that there was a budding crush. We finally started dating when I graduated college in 2017, and it was then that we both knew that we were each others forever. On Valentine's Day of 2022, Juan held out a closed card in each hand; I was to pick one and it would reveal the location of where we would be spending my spring break the following month. He turned my choice card around and we were off Lake Como, Italy. Juan proposed on the second day of this special trip at the beautiful Villa del Balbianello. He had also orchestrated the surprise of having both our families present to witness the engagement, as well as join us for the rest of our trip. It was truly a once in a lifetime memory!
When you started planning your wedding what did you envision? How close did the actual wedding get to that vision?
I had been following our wedding planner, Jaime Gonzalez (of GONZALEZ + HELFON (Instagram: @gonzalezhelfon)) for a couple of years. It was my DREAM to have him plan our wedding in our venue, Colegio de las Vizcaínas. The venue was established in the 18th century, originally made to educate orphaned girls and widows. It is now a K-12 Preparatory School that offers a historical onsite catholic church and baroque architecture in their arch lined courtyards. I envisioned Jaime enhancing the space with lush greenery, dramatic florals, and antique accents. He did that all and more. He completely transformed the space while staying true to the raw architecture we fell in love with. Our night felt romantic yet formal while also making room for the best party we've ever been to. Once we were on the dancefloor, we never got off, which was definitely a goal of ours. We were feeding off the love and excitement in the room, and it made for a night that was better than we could have ever imagined.
What were a few things that were important to you as a couple to include (or not include) in the wedding?
It was extremely important that we honored our families' cultures. I am of Cuban and Lebanese descent, and my Husband and his family are Mexican. All three cultures have strong roots in their traditions and we wanted to include them all throughout our wedding! To do so, we made sure our band was able to perform in three languages: English, Spanish, and Arabic. Eli's Band (Instagram: @elis.band) (www.elisband.com), out of Los Angeles, CA, was able to do this and so much more. They made all of our guests feel included and absolutely brought the party beyond our wildest dreams. We also intertwined our cultures and traditions throughout our ceremony, meals, and all the sweet treats made by the amazing Timbal de Azúcar (Instagram: @timbaldeazucar).
How did you decide on the location?
Mexico City is a place my husband and I frequent and absolutely love. The city has a mix of vibrant culture, passionate cuisine, and unmatched hospitality that we couldn't wait to share with our guests. Plus, we had never seen a venue quite like ours and knew we could keep our party going until 5:00am!
Lighthouse Photocinema (Instagram: @lighthousephotocinema)
Let's talk dress! Give us all the deets!
It took me 7 months to find my dress! I grew up in Ft. Lauderdale, FL so our first stop on the wedding dress hunt was Chic Parisien. I thought I knew what I wanted, but after seeing different styles I became very conflicted so wanted to continue to look. From there, we looked in boutiques in Houston, Dallas, New York, and even Paris. I tried the Everest Gown in the Monique Lhuillier New York Flagship Store and was just blown away. My mom and sister knew it was the one immediately and I couldn't believe it just yet. When we got home, we asked Chic Parisien if they could order this dress so that I could try it in front of my grandmother before saying yes. They got the sample in July 2024 and once I was back in it, we all agreed it was mine. We also ordered the matching veil and additional material, since we knew we wanted to make a bolero for me to wear during our ceremony.
The alterations team at Chic Parisien was AMAZING. They took my mom and I's idea for my bolero and made it by hand from scratch. They also enhanced my veil to include the florettes around the whole border of the veil. The final outcome was a dream. My wedding dress look was the outcome of the ideas of all the women I love, and that felt so good to carry on wedding day.
How did your family, friends, etc play into your wedding planning and wedding day?
My husband and I have the most supportive family and friends in the world. Because Juan and I have been together for almost 8 years, our friends and family have truly blended into one. Our parents were involved in so much leading up to the wedding, and my mom walked hand in hand with me through every meeting, decision, trip, etc., so her influence was in every detail. Once wedding weekend arrived, we hosted our bridal party at our rehearsal dinner on Thursday night. During the meal, 12 of our best friends individually shared their toasts and well wishes with us. So it was a night of tears, laughs, and walks down memory lane together. It was the perfect start to what was a weekend of such love and excitement, you could feel it in the air.
On Friday night, we hosted a welcome party at the St. Regis Hotel and got a chance to greet and thank all our guests who had traveled far and wide to be there with us.
Then, Saturday was wedding day: a morning of girls getting ready at the Four Seasons Hotel and boys getting ready at the St. Regis Hotel. We spent our mornings with our bridal party and immediate family as a way to thank them and ground ourselves for the busyness that was to come the rest of the day. We came together at our venue about 2 hours before the ceremony for group pictures so that once the night started, everyone could just enjoy! It took 6 of my bridesmaids to bustle my dress during cocktail hour and from that moment on, our family and friends absolutely brought the party, and didn't stop until 5:00am the next day.
What's one specific memory you have from your wedding day that you don't think you'll ever forget.
Definitely what Juan and I call our "walk up". It was after cocktail hour and our guests had been welcomed into our reception space. We had signed our marriage license, I had my dress bustled and taken off my veil and bolero, and we were about to walk into OUR party to greet our guests as husband and wife. We were nervous and excited walking up to the reception space doors, not sharing many words but communicating through squeezing hands. Our names were announced and emotions erupted. We cheered right to the dancefloor, where we then shared our first dance. All nerves drained and the awe that we experienced in those moments didn't leave us for the rest of the night.
How did you decide on your hair and makeup look?
I wanted a very classic hair and makeup look that was both dramatic and clean! I knew my dress and accessories would speak for themselves, so I just wanted something that would enhance the look, not compete with it. Plus-- I knew I wouldn't be getting off our dance floor until 5am so wanted a look that would last the test of time.
Was there one vendor you used that you wish everyone knew about?
Hands down it was one of our photographers: Ekaterina "Katie" Shcherbakova (Instagram: @photos_by_Katie) (Reviews: https://wezoree.com/vendors/profile/15073-photographers-ekaterina-shcherbakova/). Katie is SUCH a talented photographer-- she is visionary and daring, while also being overly prepared and kind. I don't think there could be a better recipe for the person who is going to be with you through all the emotions of your wedding weekend. She really allowed me to exhale on my wedding day-- I had complete trust in knowing how beautifully she was going to tell our story. Despite knowing how wonderful she was, our pictures still absolutely blew me away! She captured emotions like I've never seen and she really understood who we are as a couple. Katie was a true gift to my husband and I and I wish everyone could experience her magic!
Where did you go on your honeymoon and what was the best part?
We flew to Japan two days after our wedding, directly from Mexico City. It was an absolute dream and a trip of a lifetime. We traveled through Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and Lake Kawaguchiko for two weeks; we loved every minute of it. The best part was learning about a new culture through their customs, food, and historic monuments. We have a deep appreciation for the Japanese and are already trying to find a time to go back!
Bride: Gabriella Gallo (Instagram: @gabriellagallo_)
Groom: Juan Carlos Villalpando (Instagram: @j_villly)
Date: March 15, 2025
Location: Mexico City, Mexico
Venue: Colegio de las Vizcaínas
Hotel (for getting ready/first look): Four Seasons Mexico City
Dress: Monique Lhuillier Everest Gown
Planner: Jaime Gonzalez of GONZALEZ + HELFON (Instagram: @gonzalezhelfon)
Photographer 1: Ekaterina (Instagram: @photos_by_Katie)
Photographer 2: Lighthouse Photocinema (Instagram: @lighthousephotocinema)
Videographer: Lighthouse Photocinema (Instagram: @lighthousephotocinema)
Hair: Javier Díaz (Instagram: @javierdiaz_hairstyle)
Makeup: Erick Huerta (Instagram: @erickhuertamakeup)
Band: Eli's Band (Instagram: @elis.band)
DJ: Julio Garcia (Instagram: juliogarcia_dj)
Catering: Les Croissants (Instagram: @banqueteslescroissants)
Dessert Bar and Cake: Timbal de Azúcar (Instagram: @timbaldeazucar)
Mini Catalog / Spring 2024
FYI
As always, we recommend making an appointment ASAP to try on in person when you see something you love—but we know that’s not always possible. Your bridal stylist can help you place an order remotely and ship your mini to you, no matter where you are.
To place an order please email info@cpbride.com.
MINI MAGIC: Shop Our Mini Wedding Dress Edit
Shop our edit of chic bridal minis! Fall in love with the perfect little white dress at Chic Parisien.
Monique Lhuillier Harlow
Chosen by Kyha Edie
Ines Di Santo Nica Mini
Ines Di Santo Kitty
More Bridal Minis In Stock Now At Chic Parisien
At Chic Parisien, we love a bridal mini. And so do you! We have been flooded with requests for second looks and bridal minis and we are pleased to report that we’ve been stocking up on the latest little white dresses from our designers. You’ll find a chic selection of bridal minis on our racks and we are thrilled to be able to offer to ship the mini of your dreams internationally.
If you fall in love with one of these (or something you spot on our Instagram) don’t hesitate to reach out and we can help you place a remote order and have your mini shipped to your doorstop, no matter where you live. We are in love with these adorable bridal frocks, perfect for a late-night look, bridal shower, engagement party, or day-after brunch. Getting married nowadays is about so much more than just THE dress (though you know we are here for you when it’s time to say yes to your main wedding dress too). Shop for a bridal wardrobe with the help of a private bridal stylist who can style you for every bridal event on on your calendar through your final dance.
Five Favs with Elle from Events by Elle
Five Favs with Elle from @eventsby_elle
🍰 get inspired for your wedding weekend wardrobe with the help of chic local wedding planner Elle 🍰 her picks include something for every wedding event for a dream bride — from a bridal shower set by Chosen By Kyha, a rehearsal dinner look by Katherine Tash, ceremony gown by Nicole + Felicia second look by Berta and day-after brunch mini by Monique Lhuillier 🍰
New Arrivals Summer 2024 Edition
New Arrivals from Monique Lhuillier, Chosen by Kyha, Reem Acra and Yolancris.
New Arrival: Candlelight by Monique Lhuillier
New Arrival:
Candlelight by Monique Lhuillier now available at Chic Parisien in Coral Gables, Florida.
#realchicbride Vivian in Monique Lhuillier
Get to know real bride Vivian and her love story:
Tell us your love story! How did you meet and how did you get to a proposal?
Vivian and Max met while attending Boston College in 2012. After graduation, they moved to Los Angeles, where Vivian attended University of Southern California for graduate school and to complete her fifth year as a collegiate track athlete. Meanwhile, Max pursued a career in sports working for Los Angeles Football Club.
After a few years on the West Coast, Vivian decided to move back home to Naples, Florida and launch her own jewelry line, Henri Noël. Vivian is a third generation jeweler who specializes in creating bespoke engagement & wedding bands, in addition to her core jewelry collection. The family jewelry business was a staple of Vivian's upbringing and has been an inspiration to her own custom jewelry that holds long-lasting value and memories.
For the proposal, Max flew in his two siblings to Charlotte, North Carolina, where he was living at the time, and had his sister convince Vivian to head to Lake Norman to model for her (she is a photographer and graphic designer for Casamigos Tequila). By Vivian’s own admission, she'd do “anything for tequila", so she was a willing participant.
Upon their arrival at Lake Norman, Max took Vivian to explore the lake while his sister got in position to photograph the proposal. After a short walk, Vivian turned a corner to find a gazebo decorated in rose petals. Right there and then, Max dropped down on one knee and popped the question! Shortly thereafter, Max took Vivian to dinner, where she was surprised by close friends and family.
Given that Vivian’s father is also a jeweler, Max had the perfect co-creator when it came to the engagement ring. Together, they sorted, color-matched and set each of the marquise diamonds to create this one-of-a-kind eternity band.
When you started planning your wedding what did you envision? How close did the actual wedding get to that vision?
Once engaged, the couple decided on Cutlass Cove Beach in Vivian’s hometown of Naples, FL for the wedding. After seeing the devastation caused by Hurricane Ian six months prior, the couple was unsure if they could still have their wedding on the property. Thankfully, however, with the help of close family friends, they were able to restore the area just in time.
To help bring their English garden vision to life, the couple enlisted the help of Kehrin Hassan as their wedding designer. She helped the couple throw the wedding of their dreams by putting on a ceremony that felt elegant yet relaxed.
What were a few things that were important to you as a couple to include (or not include) in the wedding?
The couple shook things up in the layout of their wedding. On their invites, they told all guests the ceremony would start at 4pm but really they had the cocktail hour before the wedding ceremony. This allowed the guests to take photos and get a little loose before taking their seats for the ceremony. The signature cocktail was a ‘Spaghett’, a staple at the couple’s favorite restaurant in Charlotte, ‘Vana’. It mixes Miller High Life with Aperol, mimicking an Aperol Spritz, but replacing champagne with ‘The Champagne of Beers’, another subtle nod to the wedding’s elevated but informal feel.
The ceremony was not traditionally seated, but instead included long benches with accent pillows joined by areas for guests to stand. After the couple said “I do”, the music immediately kicked in, setting the tone for a night of dancing, highlighted by Max’s upbeat and choreographed dance with his mother, who herself used to be a professional dancer.
How did you decide on the location?
We decided on Cutlass Cove Beach Club. A beautiful setting in Vivian’s hometown that truly showed how beautiful Naples is.
Let's talk dress! Give us all the deets!
Vivian found her perfect dress early in the process - a Monique Lhuillier lace gown paired with light blue Manolo Blahnik heels. During a shopping trip with her mom in Miami, they shared a knowing smile when she tried on this gown, confirming it as "the one." Vivian once listened to a podcast once where Monique said, “If your dress is not filthy at the end of the night, you didn’t do it right”. Vivian connected with those words as she wanted a dress she wouldn't want to take off all night but also one that was comfortable to move in. Vivian’s after party dress was a light blue Rachel Gilbert ruffle dress - she wanted to bring a pop of color to the night once she took her wedding dress off.
How did your family, friends, etc play into your wedding planning and wedding day?
Vivian had 9 bridesmaids, each with their own unique personality. As such, she allowed them the freedom to choose their own dresses. And since no outfit is complete without some Henri Noël jewelry, Vivian created an iconic earring that each of the girls wore in the gold color of their choice.
One thing that was quite fun was Vivian’s mother-in-law, a former professional dancer, performed a dance with the groom to “I’m Holdin’ on to love” by Shania Twain. This set the tone for the evening, every guest was clapping, dancing and singing.
What's one specific memory you have from your wedding day that you don't think you'll ever forget.
The first look. Imagining the moment your soon-to-be husband sees you on your wedding day is something Vivian always dreamed of. Seeing the smile on her husband’s face and the warmth in his eyes is something she will never forget.
How did you decide on your hair and makeup look?
Vivian always knew she wanted to still feel like herself and not worry about fixing anything throughout her wedding day. She went with a “party pony” so no matter the weather conditions, it would look good. For makeup, Vivian went with a very natural look, neutral tones and a subtle lip color.
Was there one vendor you used that you wish everyone knew about?
Kaleidoscope Floral! It is a good feeling when you can describe what you want and know it is going to be perfectly executed.
Where did you go on your honeymoon and what was the best part?
Vivian and Max went to Zambia and Cape Town for their honeymoon. Many might say it is a trip of a lifetime, and they are certainly not wrong! The couple stayed at The Royal along the Zambezi River and loved how removed it was from inner city life. Each day out in the brush brought something new - an elephant spotting, a lion sprinting to kill its prey, monkeys swarming the trees - these unique moments creating unforgettable memories.
Monique Lhuillier Fall 2024 Collection at Chic Parisien
Here’s a sneak peek into a little dress up session featuring the newest Monique Lhuillier collection, Fall 2024. Straight from New York Bridal Fashion Week, this collection is making it’s debut at Chic Parisien for a limited time only. Shop it now or wait until we receive our stock pieces of these positively lovely new wedding dresses.
Chic Newsletter: Issue I
Today, in Chic News, we’ve decided to make our newsletter available for download! As we work on the second issue of our print newsletter, we thought we’d make sure that anyone who hasn’t seen it in person at the store has the opportunity to download all the chicness!
Our newsletter is a round up of the chicest in bridal trends, produced bi-annually. We’ve been listening to the questions our brides have, scoping the latest in bridal fashion, and finding a new way to highlight our roster of international bridal designers including: Monique Lhuillier, Ines Di Santo, Berta, Mira Zwillinger, Chosen by Kyha, Yolancris, Inbal Dror, Alex Perry, Katherine Tash, Leah Da Gloria, Lazaro, Maria Elena Headpieces and more.
Download it here.
a special thank you to our cover photographer Collin Pierson.
New ARRIVALS: What you've been waiting for..
Hello fiancees! We have exciting news about chic new bridal gown arrivals to our stock of the world’s most fabulous wedding dresses. We carry a selection of the chicest designers in bridal fashion from around the world, including Monique Lhuillier, Ines Di Santo, Berta, Leah Da Gloria, Mira Zwillinger, Lazaro, Yolancris, Alex Perry, Katherine Tash, Chosen by Kyha, Berta Privee, Muse by Berta and more.
Shop these brand new additions to our edit of wedding dresses and find the one for you. You’ll work alongside a private bridal stylist at our iconic Coral Gables bridal boutique, in a dressing room that you’ll have all to yourself. Bring along your loved ones (if you’d like) and make your wedding day fashion dreams come true.
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:
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.
New Wedding Dress Arrivals For Spring 2022
At Chic Parisien, we receive new arrivals from our international wedding dress designers weekly. That way, there’s something new for all our brides to experience when they come in to shop for their wedding dress at our Coral Gables boutique. It’s almost impossible for us to pick favorites - and why would we? We only select the finest, most stylish gowns from our visits to New York Bridal Market for our brides.
That said, we wanted to give you a sneak peek into some recent arrivals. We won’t call them favorites but we will call them very chic.
Reserve your appointment to shop with a private bridal stylist at our 50+ year old bridal boutique in Coral Gables, just down the street from Miracle Mile and Merrick Park.
NEW ARRIVALS: A Summer of Chicness
Here’s a peek at some new arrivals now available to shop in our stock collection. Visit our Downtown Coral Gables bridal boutique to shop these new bridal gowns from the greats like Monique Lhuillier, Berta. Berta Muse, Ines Di Santo and more. And introducing a short wedding dress from Jolie Bridal, the latest collection by Berta - a must-have for late-night wedding dress, second look, bridal shower or engagement photos.
Spotlight On Serena Gown from Monique Lhuillier Spring 2022
When we saw this new Monique Lhuillier collection, Spring 2022, the Serena dress by Monique Lhuillier has us absolutely swooning from the first glance.
We had to style this chic gown in the surrounding neighborhood of Coral Gables, where our boutique is located because the lushness of our streets was the perfect backdrop for this verdant-nature-inspired dress. This halter neck wedding dress is a chic and modern twist on a bridal silhouette that we haven’t seen much of in the past few years, if you’re a fashion-forward bride, this is the dress for your to make a statement on your wedding day. Brides looking for a more subtle way to wear this dress can consider ordering it in white instead of the green accents.
Photos by Rudy Duboue for Chic Parisien. Featuring Mira Zwillinger. Makeup and Hair by Marz Hair and Makeup.
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New Year, New Arrivals
A few chic new arrivals that you can find when you shop our boutique in-person or virtually:
Sofia's Ancient Spanish Monastery Wedding in Monique Lhuillier
Wedding Day Credit:
Photography: @jocelynandspencer - blog, website, Facebook page,
Venue: @spanishmonastery
Florals: @everafterflorist
Videographer: @vanilla_brides
DJ/Entertainment: @flynnnolan
Violinist: @franklimaviolin
Catering & Desserts: @hughsculinary
Make-Up: @lipstolashes
Hair: @rhianna_cain_hair
Wedding Gown Designer: @moniquelhuillierbride
Wedding Gown Shop: @chicparisien
Bridal Shoes: @badgleymischka
Bridal Tiara: @mariaelenaheadpieces
Bridal Earrings: @majoricaofficial
Groom’s Tux: @menswearhouse
Additional vendor: @docpopcorn