Rosa Clará

For every little girl who dreams about her wedding, there is a woman who has gone through the experience and will tell you that finding the right dress isn’t always without its challenges. Spanish bridal brand Rosa Clará’s 2013 collection is now available to make dressing for this once-in-a-lifetime moment a little easier.

Rosa Clará started her journey into the bridal fashion industry 17 years ago with the opening of her first store in Barcelona. Since then, her reputation as a master of exquisite lace gowns and timeless form-fitting cuts has made her a staple in bridal magazines and swoon-worthy European weddings. Noted celebrities who’ve trusted her with their special occasions are Spanish actress Esther Cañadas, TV host/blogger Patty Laurel-Filart and Tamara Falco-Preysler, daughter of well-loved socialite Isabel.

Despite having 140 stores in 60 countries, Rosa Clará’s Makati boutique is the only one in Asia. In fact, a good number of brides-to-be fly in weekly from neighboring countries, like Australia and Japan, in the hopes of acquiring that perfect dress. “We felt that it was time that Filipina brides had the same option as their counterparts in Europe and America,” says Valerie Villar-Zayco, managing partner of Rosa Clará Philippines. “Filipinas know what they want. We hope to give them a chance to try on as many gowns as needed until they find ‘the one’.”

A few years ago, Rosa decided to include party gowns in her annual collection. She now offers women a chance to deck themselves for formal events in a sea of soft colors, embroidered flowers, feathers and beading.

If you’re looking for the perfect gown for your special day, I recommend booking an appointment for a personalized fitting with Rosa Clará’s bridal consultants at least six months prior.

(Visit the only Rosa Clará branch in Asia at Tower III of The Residences at Greenbelt. For inquiries, e-mail RosaClara@trimarkholdings.net or call (632) 238-1310.)

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Photography by Joanne Zapanta-Andrada • Model: Marianna Henud • Hair and makeup by Raz Rimor  (0906-967-3269) • Art direction by Kinny Andrada