Temperley Bridal

 

 

IRIS 2014/15

The Temperley Bridal Iris Collection, the largest to date from Temperley Bridal, introduces new styles and shapes – all in silhouettes that celebrate the female form. The result is a collection of dresses designed for memories to be made in.

Iris introduces 14 new wedding looks, all characterised by meticulous craftsmanship, fine hand embroidery, beautiful beadwork and delicate laces. In addition to a wide range of gowns, Iris introduces new categories for Temperley Bridal including a full A-line skirt, bridal kaftan, a jumpsuit as well as short, voluminous styles.

New shapes and categories include the Nepheli jumpsuit – an elegant, 70s inspired, silk crepe halter neck jumpsuit with wide leg, fitted bodice and low back, the short sleeved duchess satin Aralia evening swing coat with crystal and metallic stitch work that works back with the spectacular Aralia Show Dress – a strapless silk organza dress with fitted corset and full skirt. The Rose Evening Coat – a voluminous evening swing coat covered with ruffled silk organza roses and petals is impactful with the Rose Skirt from the same story – a unique A-line knee length skirt.

Embellishments throughout the collection are intricate with hand-applied crystals, stitched embroidery and hand folded flower detailing.

Temperley Bridal also offers a selection of accessories; Iris introduces five new veil designs that accompany accessories from the classic Temperley Bridal collection; delicate lace shrugs and in-house designed collection of headpieces, combs and embellished sashes.

Bridal is a highly romanticised version of Temperley mainline – and an area of design I thoroughly enjoy. There is a full range of different styles, for different body shapes in Iris, all designed with the aesthetic I believe in; elegant, feminine, ethereal and timeless. Each dress has to be the perfect blend of functionality and fantasy - a bride must never feel overwhelmed by her dress but allow them to be the ultimate version of themselves, making the bride look effortless and elegant. Your bridal dress exists in a moment in time and is made for the woman wearing it not the trend of the moment. Alice Temperley, MBE

Additional notes about the Temperley Bridal Collection:

·        Temperley Bridal offers Made-to-order styles as well as Ready-to-Wear alternative bridal styles. Alternative bridal styles are seasonal designs available in white.

·        TEMPERLEYLONDON.COM - Temperley Bridal ready-to-wear is now available to purchase on the re-vamped Ecommerce site launched earlier this year. 

·        Bridal prices start at £2,100 / $3360 / €2480 for Made-to-Order bridal and £450 / $720 / €530 for veils and shrugs & from £700 / $1120 / €830 for Ready-to-Wear seasonal options

·        In celebration of the Iris collection, a new scented candle was developed, ‘Grace’, the first Bridal candle in the collection

·        The Temperley London Notting Hill boutique, the original home of Temperley re-launched as a destination bridal boutique in October 2013 to meet growing demand for bridal appointments.

·        Appearing in 2002, Temperley Bridal grew organically as part of the Temperley world with Alice recreating her gowns in ivory and white for friends and family to now be a leading aspect of the company.

·        Bridal is the fastest growing area of Temperley London, now producing two full collections a year including retail and wholesale collections.

·        Couture, designed with Alice Temperley herself, starts at £10,000 / $14600 / €11400.

·        Bridal Salons are available for private appointments in Temperley boutiques in London, Los Angeles, Dubai and Qatar.

·        Celebrity clients include Milla Jovovich, Liberty Ross, Jacquetta Wheeler and Sophie Dahl.

MONIQUE LHUILLIER

Monique Lhuillier is internationally recognized as one of America’s foremost couture bridal and ready-to-wear brands. Established in 1996 by Monique Lhuillier and her husband, Tom Bugbee, the company is today considered one of the leading fashion houses in terms of design, quality and innovation. Monique Lhuillier’s signature silhouettes provoke femininity, allure and style that have made her renowned for capturing the essence of sophisticated luxury.
Driven by a lifelong love for fashion and a natural inclination for bridal and evening gowns, Monique set out to present a collection of modern and fashion forward bridal gowns. Ignited by the lack of options during her own search for a wedding gown, Monique showed her first collection in 1996 to acclaim from buyers, press and consumers.
Monique Lhuillier has become synonymous with refined design, meticulous construction and unparalleled glamour. Built on the success of her couture gowns, Monique Lhuillier has expanded her offerings to a complete ready-to-wear collection in addition to the ML Evening, Bridesmaids and Bliss bridal collections; establishing herself as one of America’s leading designers for women.
Monique’s signature design sensibility is universal and has led to the launch of other Monique Lhuillier product categories, transforming the design house into a luxury lifestyle brand. Monique has collaborated with Waterford on a tabletop collection including fine china, stemware, flatware and giftware. Monique Lhuillier Fine Paper, a collection of wedding invitations and stationery, was launched in 2008, followed by a home fragrance collection of candles and diffusers in 2011. In 2012, Monique Lhuillier launched her signature shoe collection as well as bridal jewelry.
Monique Lhuillier is currently available in 140 stores through out the world, including prestigious retailers such as Bergdorf Goodman, Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, and Harvey Nichols. The Monique Lhuillier flagship boutiques, located in Beverly Hills and Minneapolis and most recently New York City, are home to all Monique Lhuillier collections.
Monique Lhuillier resides in Los Angeles with Tom Bugbee and their two children.