For her debut Demi Couture collection, Hermione de Paula, renowned for her botanic hand embroideries, looked to the ancient Japanese art of flower arranging, Kadō. Starting with a group of her most evocative and enduring silhouettes, the Demi Couture concept is founded on an idea of individual composition, allowing the bride to create something incredibly personal and especially unique.

Featuring finely pleated hand-painted organza, delicately embroidered tulle in voluminous skirts with hand-gathered stack petticoats and large circle skirts, soft crepes, intricate embellishment and hand-cut floral applique, mermaid trains and plunging necklines, each gown is considered Art Couture as it was designed. New volume silhouettes layer over slim-fit colourful column dresses and removable dramatic overskirts are styled over party minis. Removable sleeves, overskirts and veils offer myriad looks based on a key embroidery. Each gown can be personalised with a special date, initial, or sentimental symbolic message and is handmade to order. In Kadō tradition, every flower communicates a special message. It is this language of symbolism which lies at the core of Hermione de Paula and a collection celebrating artistic expression of the heart and mind.

To get your hands on one of these stunning gowns, you can book your appointment for in-person consultation in their fabulous London showroom, or virtual consultations are offered for international brides!

Blushing Wisteria Bougainvillea Hand Pleated Gown and Blushing Wisteria Bougainvillea Open Heart Bodice

Dove Grey Pearl Fern and Rose Organza Gown

Dove Grey Pearl Fern and Rose Organza Gown

Emerald Midnight Bougainvillea Column Gown

Midnight Wild Rose Cascade Gown

Midnight Wild Rose Cascade Gown

Mini Puff Embroidered Cuff Sleeves

Mini Puff Embroidered Cuff Sleeves

Miniature Rose Lace Gown

Miniature Rose Lace Gown

Miniature Rose Tassel Gown in Jasmin Liquor

Miniature Rose Tassel Gown in Jasmin Liquor

Miniature Underwater Wildflower Gown in Midnight

Pink Bougainvillea Oasis Gown

Pink Bougainvillea Oasis Gown

Pink Peony Overskirt

Pink Peony Overskirt

Sea Glass Green Underwater Wildflower Gown

Sea Glass Green Underwater Wildflower Gown

Seascape Maxi Cape

Seascape Mini with Illusion V Neckline in Seashell

Seascape Mini with Illusion V Neckline in Seashell

Underwater Wildflower Cupped Gown and Underwater Wildflower Open Heart Bodice

Underwater Wildflower Cupped Gown and Underwater Wildflower Open Heart Bodice

Wildflower Cape Gown in Seashell Blush

Wildflower Cape Gown in Seashell Blush

Wisteria Bougainvillea Pleated Overskirt

Wisteria Bougainvillea Pleated Overskirt

- Gráinne