Designer : Douglas Hannant
Illinois-native Douglas Hannant balances modernism and romanticism with an ease that is decidedly American. This New York-based designer believes in simplicity juxtaposed with rich fabrication and texture. His design philosophy? Sexy, chic sportswear mixed with couture detailing-- worn day or night--with youthful flare. This Fashion Institute of Design grad has been dressing both celebrities and society women alike for more than a decade. Luxe modern classics are his mantra which also carries over into his second bridal collection! Critics have called his offering chic and sophisticated with a decidedly sporty feel. Douglas Hannant collections are available at Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, and specialty boutiques throughout the United Sates, Europe, and the Middle East.

Designer : Lela Rose
Her design philosophy is to create beautiful, hand-finished clothes that exude a casual luxury and refinement. The signature collection features classic silhouettes with a whimsical twist. Beautifully embellished fabrics are her signature, giving her designs elegant personality and glamorous appeal. This “rose” of southeastern Texas studied at New York’s Parsons School of Design. Working with Christian Francis Roth and Richard Tyler, she learned all aspects of the business and started her own line in 1996. Her bridal collection, founded in 2006, displays the intricately designed details, signature touches and gorgeous fabrication this renowned ready-to-wear designer has become known for. Trendsetting fans including Anne Hathaway, Chloe Sevigny, Rachel Bilson, Amy Adams and Jennifer Love Hewitt. (Even former first daughters Barbara & Jenna Bush). Today, her collection can be found in department store retailers and specialty boutiques both nationally and internationally.

Designer : Tracy Uomoleale
Growing up in Dallas, Tracy Uomoleale had dreams of one day becoming a bridal designer! As head designer of the venerable Priscilla of Boston collection, her dreams have come true! This Parsons School of Design grad began her career at Liz Claiborne designing cocktail and special occasion dresses. Her talents were quickly recognized when, in 2003, she became an assistant designer for the Priscilla of Boston bridal group which has been creating gowns (& more!) for almost 65 years. In 2007, Tracy took the design reigns and has maintained the collection’s traditional celebrated style, while enhancing it with her unique combinations of distinctive fabrics and intricate beading.

Designer : Antonio Gual & Lia McNairy
The Melissa Sweet collection is the collaborative effort of designers Antonio Gual and Lia McNairy. The line started by designer Melissa Sweet is now part of the Priscilla of Boston bridal group. Cuban born Gual is a fashion-industry veteran. From New York to Milan and Paris, he has spent a lifetime creating exquisite luxury fashions. Accredited by French Federation of Couture and Ready to Wear, he has worked in the couture section of the fashion industry and also designed his own high end line, which was worn by fans such as Nicole Kidman and Cindy Crawford. New York native McNairy acquired her taste for elegance in fashion and life while growing up in Belgium and the south of France. After graduating from Fashion Institute of Design, she immediately landed at Calvin Klein and then spent six years working as Cynthia Rowley's head designer. Both knew Sweet as the trio worked on her secondary line Reverie by Melissa Sweet. This dynamic design force is proud to continue the high standard set by the original designer, creating simple, elegant gowns for all brides.

Designer : Mark Brower
Southern California-native Mark Brower traded in the sun and surf for the cement jungle of New York and fulfilled his dream of becoming a designer. Earning his fashion degree at Parsons School of Design, he went on to work at Vera Wang and Finesse Embroideries where he developed his sophisticated approach to embellishment and learned the intricate art of beading. Today, Brower is on the faculty at his alma mater as a professor of Fashion Design and is the designer and creator of Vineyard, the newest collection by Priscilla of Boston group, which debuted in April 2007 at New York Bridal Market.