Best Bridal Gown

Winner: Reem Acra, Spring 2018, The Reem Acra and Tiffany & Co. Diamond Dress

“What could be more extravagant than a timeless and classic princess ball gown dripping in platinum and diamonds? This dress masters simplicity and is understated in design without losing the luxury factor. With over 5,500 glittering Swarovski crystals, this dress fits the fairytale dream.” –ELLE South Africa 

 

 

Best Bridal Gown Collection 

Winner: Viktor & Rolf, Fall 2018 Collection 

“With consistent brand vision, the collection is sweet and extremely delicate with couture details, also incorporating outstanding character in each gown.” – ELLE Bride Hong Kong

 

 

Best Groom Collection 

 Winner: Carlo Pignatelli, Spring 2018 Collection

“For the sophisticated style that revitalizes men’s cult dressing and tailoring perfection.” – ELLE Spose Italy  

 

 

Best Wedding Jewellery Collection 

Winner: Cartier, Love Collection 

“An elegant yet innovative outline, making the collection simple but extraordinary.” – ELLE China 

 

 

Best Ad Campaign 

Winner: Pronovias, 2018 Ad Campaign 

“Pronovias decontextualizes regular brides taking them to a wild safari and looking spectacular. They combine wanderlust and the illusion of marriage and the result is a beautiful and emotional campaign.” – ELLE Mexico 

 

 

Best Bridal Fashion Show 

Winner: Jenny Packham, Spring 2018 Bridal Show (left) and Oscar de la Renta, Spring 2018 Bridal Show (right)

“Inspired by ‘Falling,” Colin Thubron’s book. Lovely and fun with starry decorations on the walls. It was filled with completely different styles.” – ELLE Bride Korea, on Jenny Packham

“Cool brides, happy flower girls and green trees—beautiful.” – ELLE Sweden, on Oscar de la Renta 

 

 

Best Wedding Planner 

Winner: By Bruce Russell (U.K.)

“For his capacity to realize a wedding in many places of the world and for his elegant royal style.” – ELLE Spose Italy 

 

 

Best Honeymoon Resort 

Winner: Beachcomber Royal Palm (Mauritus)

“For the luxurious and relaxing atmosphere of its resorts and for the impeccable hospitality.” – ELLE Spose Italy 

 

 

Best Bridal New Talent 

Winner: Sophie et Voila

“For the unconventional bridal gown style that exalts the fashion statement but with a sensibility for the bridal dress.” – ELLE Spose Italy 

 

 

Bridal Lifetime Achievement Award 

Winner: Carolina Herrera 

“Never the same, always so inspirational. We totally admire her non-stop creativity.” – ELLE Mariage Japan