La Maison by Antonio Riva Milano

Antonio Riva Milano is a renowned luxury fashion brand, primarily recognized for its sophisticated bridal and evening gowns. Established by the Italian designer Antonio Riva in Milan in 1994, the brand is synonymous with haute couture craftsmanship, exquisite tailoring, and timeless elegance and to underline the uniqueness of each garment, each one is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity certifying its origin.

Throughout his career, Riva has become a highly respected figure in the world of bridal fashion, celebrated for his ability to combine classical aesthetics with modern, cutting-edge techniques. His collections are showcased globally, with a strong presence in Milan, and have garnered critical acclaim from both the fashion industry and bridal clientele. His work embodies the timeless beauty of Italian craftsmanship, and his designs continue to be regarded as a benchmark in the world of luxury bridal fashion.

Beside the Bridal collections, Antonio Riva Milano also developed the Atelier collections, which is intended for special occasions, evenings and red-carpet appearances and consists of elegant, refined dresses with an eternal allure, suitable for the most exclusive situations.

Dubai represents a marketplace where the desire to celebrate in grand style and to enhance the most important occasions play a leading role. That’s why Riva Milano chose to present a selection of precious and timeless gowns for precious clients celebrating its righteous connection with an international clientele.

The collections are conceived from different contemporary inspirations, but they always maintain their peculiar codes and symbols: elegant and three-dimensional bows, architectural volumes, precious laces, sheer transparencies and unique silk fabrics.

The Italian brand introduced Noor, a special capsule collection that mixes Italian tailoring with Arabian volumes and traditions. Designed to move with the body and to interact with the environment, the capsule includes the archetypal forms of Middle Eastern apparel – shaylas, kaftans, veils and abayas – designed in the precious materials that made Antonio Riva Milano well known: organza, georgette, mikado, crepe de chine, satin and silk twill.

Thursday 1st May Marco Ferra, Lara Palmer, founder of World Arabia, and entrepreneur and founder of Women Choice Moroccan Princess Nezha Alaoui attended the event during a showcase dedicated to VIC, KOL and press at Members Lounge Yacht Club Bulgari Hotel in Dubai. A gala dinner followed, hosted by actress and TV anchor Mahira Abdel Aziz.