Patricia Bonaldi shows new bridal and evening wear collection at fashion show in São Paulo

Last Tuesday, PatBo showed its Wedding and Evening collection at Palacio Tangara in São Paulo, at an invite-only show. The brand is a member of Texbrasil (Brazilian Textile and Fashion Industry Internationalization Program) – the result of a partnership between Abit (Brazilian Textile and Apparel Industry Association) and Apex-Brasil (Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency).

In addition to the traditional stone embroidery done by designer Patricia Bonaldi, who heads the PatBo brand, the collection featured lots of transparency in tulle and lace along with structured corsets. The color portfolio went from white to washed out tones for bridal gowns and evening looks. According to Patricia, creations were made using a poetic eye. “I wanted to give new meaning to lace, tulle, stones and pearls by using transparencies and some deeper necklines,” she says.

Patricia was also responsible for the show’s styling. Vivara supplied the jewelry and accessories, including tiaras, necklaces and rings, and even created a rosary for the occasion. Hair and makeup was done by hairstylist Marcos Proenca, a star in the bridal world, who used a minimalist look.

Check out the collection’s dresses in the album.

About Texbrasil

The Brazilian Textile and Fashion Industry Internationalization Program (Texbrasil) works with textile and apparel industry companies to develop strategies for success in the global market. Over nearly 20 years, it has helped around 1500 brands to enter the export market, bringing in USD 3.6 billion in business. The Program is conducted by Abit in partnership with the Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency (Apex-Brasil).