Breathtaking gowns from some of the world’s most influential designers, a historic backdrop under the Spanish stars, and a spotlight on one incredibly important charity. This year, The Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week was brilliantly transformed into the Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week Gala 2021… and all we can say is wow – what an event to remember! Located at the famous landmark of the Magic Fountain of Montjuic, right outside the Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya, set the scene for a magical evening. The night was a celebration of love, fashion and togetherness – standing in solidarity with the #StopChildMarriage project by the non-profit Save the Children, an entity BBFW has collaborated with since 2020.
As opposed to the traditional bridal market of individual appointments, this year’s event featured all designers in one heart-stopping spectacle. From the sheer creativity in the presentations (Sophie et Voila and the ballet dancer!) to the awe-inspiring designs (the butterfly gown by Amelia Casablanca!) – there was just so much to celebrate!
Before we get to the gowns (trust us, they’re unlike any season yet), we’d like to take this opportunity to further touch on BBFW’s charitable partner, Save the Children. There are t two main reasons why we need to come together to protect young girls from forced marriages: 1) the size of the problem. This horrific situation affects 12 million girls yearly and 2) the frequency of the problem. Every 7 seconds a girl under the age of 15 enters into a forced marriage. We commend BBFW for partnered with such an incredible organization, and we look forward to seeing what the future holds!
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Luxury, sparkle and an unmistakable Italian flair – these are a few characteristics synonymous with the dazzling Amelia Casablanca!
Antonio Riva Milano brings perfectly balanced lines and shapes exalting every woman’s femiminity and elegance to his designs.
Offering a harmony of colors, shapes and textures to her designs, Carla Ruiz desires to dress a woman who values originality and appreciates the art of standing out.
Exuding sophistication, Carlo Pignatelli for Pronovias offers refined styles for the modern groom.
Innovation meets sophistication with every perfectly tailored suit designed by Carlo Pignatelli.
The Cristina Tamborero brand is all the chicness of French fashion with an edge of fantasy and Avant-garden Parisian style.
Using traditional techniques with a modern touch, Isabel Sanchis Couture creates highly feminine pieces for the contemporary woman.
%100 Made in Spain with an emphasis on environmental responsibility, Jesus Peiró creates wedding dresses with the same painstaking attention to detail as a luxury, haute couture fashion house.
Each design by Justin Alexander is distinctly recognized for its vintage inspiration paired with progressive details. Recognizing that a bride’s taste in fashion is as complex as the woman herself!
Rising above fleeting trends, Lorena Panea brings to life the dreams and personality of every woman through – centered around elegance and comfort.
By playing with elegant draping and alluring texture, Marco y Maria embody delicacy and artisanal flare.
The refined silhouettes of Nicole Milano’s wedding dresses combine the innate elegance of Italian style with romantic details and the innovation and taste of a new generation.
Using realist lines as her guide, Olga Macià creates unified and sophisticated feminine looks.
Headquartered in Barcelona, Pronovias is fashion-forward, glamorous and luxury to its core.
Drawing inspiration from her background in architecture, Sofia creates timeless silhouettes for the contemporary woman. Clean, geometrical cuts are balanced with a soft ethereal touch, reflecting each collections continuity and coherence.
House of St Patrick creates beautifully refined and impeccable fitted gowns for brides who dream of a modern fairy tale wedding.
The Atelier is known for it’s sophisticated fabric and bold avant-garden tailoring, devotes to tree couture design and detail.
Two sisters founded Yolancris, a brand who’s vision is to o revolutionize the bridal fashion and the sewing industry, offering handmade designs that would go beyond the idea of the traditional bride cliché.