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While the themes of enchantment, folklore, and fantasy permeate the GALA Bridal Collection, the individual gowns are all quite diverse. e campaign features a variety of different fits and forms perfect for finding that personalized, just-right look. From plunging neckline mermaid-style gowns to off-the-shoulder ball gowns and high neckline dresses with lace detail, it's easy for any bride-to-be to find a graceful, romantically-styled dress for her wedding day. e true magic of the GALA Collection, however, is in the details. e shimmering 3D accents, the hand-beaded French lace, the embroidered tulle, the geometric patterns, and the alluring cut-outs are just some exquisite features brides can expect to find in a Galia Lahav gown. In decades past, only celebrities, socialites, or royalty wore couture wedding gowns, as they were extremely difficult to come by. Using today's technological innovations, Galia Lahav is able to handmake individually tailored gowns remotely, and has since become a world leader in custom wedding gown design. Each dress created by the fashion house is the product of 120 hours of labor, and exudes every bit of intricate detail one expects of such an endeavor. Further, the designers at Galia Lahav are not afraid to take risks in the creation of their couture, combining classic wedding gown styles with on- trend accents like sheer panels, cut-outs, plunging necklines, and leg slits. is bold approach has set the fashion house apart from others around the world. Galia Lahav was created when Lahav, a former teacher, le the field of education in pursuit of her lifelong dream of building her own fashion brand. ough petite in stature, Lahav's energy and passion are larger than life. Since creating her line of couture wedding gowns, Lahav has become an internationally recognized designer. She works alongside fashion designer Sharon Sever to continually raise the bar in wedding wear and produce gowns that are daringly fashionable yet also comfortable and functional. V U E N J . C O M 98

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