Portuguese singer Bárbara Bandeira’s latest music video has caught international attention with its unique and eye-wateringly expensive dress featured throughout the film. The famous European singer created a music video that clearly had a vision of celebrating the Portuguese culture and, one facet it has had since perhaps even before colonial days, is a history of fine gold smithing. They have an eye for treasure and her gown showcases it perfectly. She enlisted the jewelry design house Portugal Jewels to help bring the creative vision to life. The native jewelry brand is rooted in heritage craftsmanship, a perfect fit for…
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The house of IDAN offers two lines for this 2026 Autumn/Winter collection. The IDAN Atelier, their luxury edition is a sculpted homage to silver-screen sirens. The second collection features a joyful ensemble of playful silhouettes. These are our Editor’s top picks. IDAN ATELIER “Bathed in the timeless glamour of old Hollywood, our Fall 2026 bridal collection channels the magnetic allure of silver-screen sirens – women whose strength, confidence, and sensuality captivated the world. Inspired by the effortless poise of stars like Lana Turner, Rita Hayworth, and Ava Gardner, each design celebrates a…
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The Spring/Summer 2024 New York Bridal Fashion Week was overflowing with deeply romantic overtures. An opulent abundance of dreamy tulle skirts, gowns filled with fresh picked flowers from an embroidered garden, and jewel encrusted bodices. The newest gathering of gowns for the upcoming spring weddings will set an alluring and magical stage for your love story. Here is our edit of our favorite designers for the season. LEE PETRA GREBENAU Was it not the goddess of love who arose out of the sea? The Lee Petra Grebenau collection, Sunrise, features twelve mesmerizing gowns. Perfect for an ethereal bride who somehow…
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It was when the jewelry designer Ritika Ravi, was first exploring the world of jewelry with her mother that she became inspired to create IVAR. Coming from an Indian culture where jewelry is an important part of everyday life, Ritika had a difficult time finding a style that spoke to her. Browsing shop after shop and mostly finding designs that were traditional and commonly found among relatives and friends, it became a bonding experience for her and her mother to hunt through the glittering treasure shops to find something fresh, beautiful, that represented her heritage yet was modern and could…
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Looking online for genuine silk clothing can often feel like wandering through a market bazaar of old searching high and low, hunting treasures. Whispered promises of silk that turn out to be a barrage of polyester, and shiny look-alikes, but you continue to search for that elusive mirage of silken dreams. That’s when you’ve probably came upon the shop Julianna Rae, where they sell the good stuff, the real stuff. It’s a cornerstone of the online silk market and a joy to find when you’re looking for a lovely gift for yourself or someone special. We had the opportunity to…
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This season of the New York Bridal Fashion Week showcased a wide range of luxury designers and didn’t fail to provide those swoon worthy moments every Mrs-To-Be dreams of. From glammed up city girls to Bohemian fantasies, and a few surprises sprinkled in. Continuing a trend that we all know and love, it looks like the after-party gowns are here to stay. Yes! Here is our Fall/Winter 2023 Edit of looks we love. Ines di Santo Known for her perfect fit, fascination with color and being endlessly timeless Ines’ collection “Illuminated Soirée” is where Murano Chandeliers are the center piece…
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The blue-green glow of the Paraíba tourmaline is the cornerstone of an exceptional new creation by Arnold & Son, introduced to the world at the Geneva Watch Days event. Luna Magna Ultimate II is adorned with PVD-treated ruthenium crystals. Encircled by baguette-cut diamonds, the dial adopts the same shade as the Paraíba, which is one of the rarest and most precious gemstones and is pavé-set on the three-dimensional astronomical moon. Luna Magna Ultimate II, a limited edition of eight pieces, takes Arnold & Son’s manufacture creations to exclusive new heights. With this launch, Arnold & Son releases a new high-jewelry version…
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At this year’s Paraiso Miami Beach for Swim Week, the iconic Miami born swimwear brand Luli Fama showcased a four-part collection on the runway. Vibrant, colorful prints from metallic blues to lime green and everything in between – left guests of the fully attended show wanting each piece that came. Aerialists were strung above the catwalk and performed dazzling choreography throughout the star-studded show, both on the catwalk and in attendance. Models, such as Charly Jordan, Cindy Prado, Shannon De Lima, Georgina Mazzeo and Jena Frumes, electrified the audience as they presented the Ciao Bella! collection. Netflix’s Selling Sunset star, Mary Fitzgerald also attended the show with Malu Trevejo on…
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Meet one of the most addictive beauty hacks you’ve ever seen. Designed by Dr. Lalvani, a professional mom on the go from England, the Beautifect Box is a multi-tasking wonder that flew off the shelves in Harrod’s over the holiday season. As a new mother Dr. Lalvani, knew she wanted to keep up with her beauty routines but struggled with being able to find the time to do her makeup in the bathroom, which had the best lighting and all of her beauty essentials. It just wasn’t practical to leave the baby in another room while she did her foundation.…
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The Spring/Summer 2023 bridal edit is a showcase of dreamy, ethereal visions of Shakespearean-esque frolics in the midst of gardens enchanted by the usual suspects. Gowns designed for blushing brides and brides who make others blush, each a welcome expression of the love stories they are a part of. BERTA PRIVEE No.7 – A collection that has it all. Dripping in femininity, Berta asserts the power of a woman in every detail upon detail. There is no end to the thoughtful expression of womanhood during this ancient rite of passage and celebration of love and life. REEM ACRA Love dusts…