Wedded Perfection: Two Centuries of Wedding Gowns

The big excitement around here is an incredible new show that has just open at the Cincinnati Museum of Art: "Wedded Perfection: Two Centuries of Wedding Gowns". It has been many years in the planning and presents some of the most fantastic fashions over a 200 years period. This is an absolute must see for everyone in the bridal or fashion industry and anyone who loves fashion.

They are also showing and selling a collection of some of my most beautiful Paris accessories in the Museum gift shop, I am so excited and honored to be there.

In conjunction there is a Bridal Fashion show at the museum on Wednesday November 10th, our partners at Bridal and Formal will be showing some fantastic gowns straight from the NY runways and I will be designing the accessories to compliment each dress. It is open to the public and free of charge. Promises to be a fantastic evening!!

Check out the museum website at Cincinnatiartmuseum.org for more information and make sure and plan a trip for this once in a lifetime opportunity.

xoxD

End of Summer 2010

As always, Labor Day holiday and the end of summer comes as a shock but we here at Paris are always excited because it means we are weeks away from our NY market and we are busy, busy, busy getting prepared.

Fall also means a busy Trunk Show schedule and getting to meet and work with the beautiful new brides to be. I always get inspired by their excitment, the wonderful dresses and their love of my accessories.

The artisans here in the studio have had a busy summer getting ready for fall and winter brides and with quite a few rush orders for our "Barefoot Sandals" for those summer Beach Bound Brides. They are the perfect alternative to white flipflops and look so elegant around the pool on the honeymoon.

I am thrilled that everyone loves my "Glad Tidings" collection of accessories. It seems to be the combination of traditional floral elements and the touch of drama that everyone is responding to. Thanks to everyone for their kind notes and comments on this collection.



"Glad Tidings" necklace and bracelet

"Glad Tidings" brooch as the perfect accent on a georgeous Vera Wang.

My team of artisans and I are working feverishly on my new collection that will be introduced to our stores in New York mid october. Inspired by a Victorian Jewelry advertisment I have designed a sweet and romantic "Little Birds" collection. My other inspirations this season have been my summer hydrangeas, classic sparkle in the hair, on the neck and everywhere, great earrings and belts, belts, belts! I have designed some new painted veils that are truly modern and unique accent for that special bride. I can't wait for everyone's reaction to my new things at market.

For the Moms....

I have not forgotten the Mothers... This fall I am introducing a collection especially for them. I have been doing lots of research on the most classic and current fashion colors and have created a collection with a bit more color and drama for all the beautiful mothers. Here's a peek at the dramatic "Black Swan" necklace and earring set just one of a number of sets in this "Mother of the Wedding" collection.

Enjoy the last days of summer!

XOX

Debra

"The Black Swan" collection

Market Sneak Peak #1

Broken Blossoms

When it comes to Bridal Fashion, Debra Moreland is always ahead of the curve. Here is a sneak peak at the new PARIS veil "Broken Blossoms."

Hand painted and embellished with Swarovski crystals, this veil is already impressing Brides all over the Country on our Trunk Shows.

PARIS will be featuring the new Painted Veils in our New York showroom next month.

Stay tuned for more information on Debra's latest designs!

NAACP Award Winner!!!

Congratulations to Kimberly Elise on winning a NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actress in a Television Movie, Mini Series, or Dramatic Special based on her performance in "The Gifted Hand" on TNT.

Debra and Jill had the pleasure of meeting Kimberly Elise at the Secret Room Events gifting suit for the Golden Globes in January. Debra styled Ms. Elise with our Silver Bells belt by using it as a head wrap in Kimberly's hair. Kimberly loved our piece so much she wore it on Friday, February 26th for the NAACP Image Awards! We think she looked AMAZING and are honored she chose PARIS.

Congratulations to Taylor Swift!

Taylor Swift picked up FOUR Grammy's on Sunday night! In honor of her huge wins, including Album of the Year, check out her favorite P A R I S pieces, Petticoat Planet headband & Wren and Sparrow bracelet. Congratulations again Taylor! We are all huge fans and we are honored that you are a fan of ours.

Golden Opportunity

The Golden Globes are upon us and this Thursday is gifting suite day!

Debra is literally packing up all the pretties as I type and heading off to LA in the morning after weeks of hard work.

Debra and our Production Manager, Jill will be gifting our beautiful accessories and promoting PARIS by giving out press kits, postcards and coupons. The press kits really turned out adorable.

Isn't the Gold theme so appropriate?

All of the press kits include a cd with lots of stunning images of our product. Also inside are some great editorials and pictures including this one:

Taylor Swift wearing Petticoat Planet at Katy Perry's recent birthday bash. Re-visit the Bride Room's post about it here.

Shhh! Don't tell but 15 V.I.P editors will be recieving barefoot sandals similar to these:

Orange Blossom Barefoot Sandals. (suggested retail $765)

Stay tuned for lots more Golden Globe gifting suite coverage this week!

2010 Golden Globes---Jeff Bridges

Debra is going to the 2010 Golden Globes in January to be apart of the gifting suite! You know the ones we read about in the celebrity mags that turn our eyes an envious shade of green?

She indeed will get to meet and chat with some of this year's Golden Globe nom's like Jeff Bridges who is nominated for his wonderful work in Crazy Heart.

So exciting!

What a coincidence it is that Jeff's daughter Isabelle wore PARIS for her summer 2007 nuptials to Brandon Boesch.

Dangling Conversation headpeice

suggested retail $630

To see the full story and lot's more pics of this beautiful event, hop on over to Inside Weddings:

http://insideweddings.com/real-weddings/isabelle-bridges-brandon-boesch?tab

Can't wait to share all the musings from the GG gifting suite!