White Gallery London Unveils British Talent for 2016
White Gallery London Unveils British Talent for 2016

White Gallery London Unveils British Talent for 2016

As the UK’s premium bridal trade show prepares its return to Battersea Evolution from 15-17 May, White Gallery London has unveiled a white-hot line up of British Talent who will showcase their collections this season.

White Gallery London is renowned for bringing the best of British Bridal Talent together and this year is no exception.  The line-up at this year’s event includes award winning designers Sassi Holford, who this year is celebrating 25 years in the bridal industry, Stephanie Allin, Alan Hannah, Catherine Deane, Caroline Castigliano, Eliza Jane Howell, Charlotte Balbier, Lyn Ashworth, Mooshki and many more.

Eliza Jane Howell - Antonia
Eliza Jane Howell – Antonia

Renowned designer Alan Hannah will return to White Gallery London in 2016, where he will launch his new collection on the catwalk. Designer Marguerite has created exquisite pieces which are beautiful and light and feature a subtle touch of luxurious embellishment. Chiffon and organza are the key fabrics, which give a flowing and romantic feel to the new pieces. Colour will feature strongly once again, with unusual pastels as well as gold and silver brocades and damasks.

Charlotte Balbier - Tempest Topper Rebel Crop & Cosima Skirt
Charlotte Balbier – Tempest Topper Rebel Crop & Cosima Skirt

Also returning to White Gallery London is Stephanie Allin, who will showcase her latest collection of bridal gowns. Stephanie continues to focus on creating dresses for the ‘real bride’, concentrating on shapes to flatter the female figure and playing around with some of this season’s beautiful fabrics which she has chosen to feature in the collection together with intricate embellishment, hints of coloured appliques and some really unusual jacquard prints.

Catherine Deane will present her 2016 bridal collection; a fusion of fresh styles and timeless shapes, harmonised with a heady mix of textured floral lace, dreamy silk chiffons, and soft tulle skirts. All of the elements combine to create one-of-a-kind pieces that enrich women with a sense of femininity and uniqueness. Reaching out to the modern bride with a creative mind, the collection is inspired by individuality and imagination.  Figure forming silhouettes sit alongside romantic and soft overlays, redefining the standards by effortlessly taking the bride from day to night, from formal days to evening soirees.

Stephanie Allin Anna Lace Over Dress
Stephanie Allin Anna Lace Over Dress

Ultra-feminine meets sensuality with Caroline’s Castigliano’s Love is in the Air collection which launches at White Gallery London this May. The luxury collection features highlights that include modern separates and detachable trains. Also new to launch for 2017 is a full complementary accessory collection of headpieces veils and belts that complete the Castigliano statement look. Sensual low backs and plunging necklines deliver a powerful interpretation of understated opulence, while a whimsical silhouette is offered for the modern bride with two-piece separates. Structured silk zibeline and marocain crepe are key alongside soft georgettes and satin faced organza. Intricate laces are strong with soft corded laces and exquisite beading. The collection comes in a soft colour palette of ivory and hints of mocha.

Eliza Jane Howell’s new 2017 collection features new designs which feature the label’s signature style; dramatic with plunging backs and higher necklines which show just enough flesh to tease the groom. All colours in the collection will be opulent, but there will be a softer more romantic side too.

Catherine Deane
Catherine Deane

Charlotte Balbier will present her new Bridal Separates Collection, which features ten inter-changeable separates all designed for the bride to build and create her own individual look.  Styles include Tempest, Harper, Sloane, Rebel, Flynn, Hero, Cecily, Cosima, Langley and Fawn and feature everything from a satin slip with a lace topper and satin sash to a ball gown skirt, crop top and lace reverse bolero.

Alan Hannah - Valentina
Alan Hannah – Valentina

Additional names to join the British Talent line-up at White Gallery London this May include Lyn Ashworth, Mooshki, Louise Bentley, Muscat, Emmy London, Qiana, Ivory & Co, Andrea Hawkes, Sabina Motesem, Nicki Macfarlane, Zaeem Jamal, Sharon Bowen, Miranda Templeton, Katya Katya Shehurina, Savin, Ruth Milliam, Harriet Wilde, Polly Edwards, Freya Rose, Sasso, Charlotte Mills and Maids to Measure.

Caroline Castigliano - Autumn
Caroline Castigliano – Autumn

To attend the premium international bridal trade show, visit the press area of the website to apply for your press pass -whitegallery.com

Admittance to members of the press is subject to pre-registration and validation.

V E N U E   &  D A T E S

White Gallery London, 15-17 May 2016, Battersea Evolution, Battersea Park, London, UK

D E S I G N E R S

Alan Hannah, Andrea Hawkes, Anna Georgina, Anna Kara, Anne Barge, Anny Lin, Atelier Emelia, Augusta Jones, Bliss, Brides Desire by Wendy Sullivan, By Catriona, Caroline Castigliano, Catherine Deane, Charlotte Balbier, Charlotte Mills Bridal, Charlotte Simpson, Cherished Vintage, Cymbeline, Elbeth Gillis, Eliza Jane Howell, Emmy London, Evermore by Amberley London, Fly by Bundo, Freya Rose, Gemy Couture, Harriet Wilde, Inmaculada Garcia, IT by Bundo. Ivory & Co, Jack Sullivan Bridal, Jesus Peiro, Karen Willis Holmes, Katya Katya Shehurina, Kiss by Bundo, Kreisi Couture, Louise Bentley, Lusan Mandongus, Lyn Ashworth By Sarah Barrett, Madame Seguin, Maids to Measure Bridesmaids, Marta Marti by Bundo, Martina Liana, Marylise Couture, Miranda Templeton, Monique Lhuillier, Mooshki, Muscat London, Nicki Macfarlane, Olvi’s, Paloma Blanca, Polly Edwards, Poppy Dover, Qiana Bridal, Raimon Bundo, Rembo Styling, Richard Designs, Ruth Milliam Bridal Couture, Sabina Motasem, Sassi Holford, Sasso, Savin London, Sharon Bowen, So Sassi, Stephanie Allin Couture, The Couture Veil, The Season Hats, Watters, Yi Ju, Yolan Cris Couture, Zaeem Jamal.