La Mariee Fall 2026 Letters in Lace by Tony Ward
There was a time when love had to hide. In the parlors and gardens of 19th-century Europe, lovers could not always speak freely. Words were too dangerous, too revealing. So they created another language, a language of symbols.
A rose meant passion. Ivy meant fidelity. Lilies meant devotion. These were not just flowers, but codes. Dresses once carried secrets, stitched carefully into handkerchiefs and garments, exchanged like letters of the heart.
Those small pieces of fabric carried entire stories; secret vows, hidden desires, promises made in silence. They were treasured, pressed close to the skin, held like confessions that could never be spoken aloud. In their quiet beauty, they carried more weight than a thousand words.
The gowns speak in quiet, romantic codes: floral lace leads; pearls softly glow. Silhouettes skim the body, then unfold with ease. Low waistlines to lengthen, Basque waistlines to sculpt. Veils are light, Chantilly or mantilla, adorned with blossoming lace and a constellation of pearls. Skirts float from airy A-lines to gentle ball shapes over blush tulle. The palette stays porcelain white, soft ivory, and veil-pink, so lace and pearls take focus. Each gown is a keepsake, defined by floral lace, luminous detail, and the hush of pearls.
Letters in Lace is about more than gowns. It is about memory, devotion, and the secret ways love survives. A reminder that the most powerful stories are often the ones whispered in silence, carried not in words, but in symbols, in beauty, in meaning.
Take a look at the latest wedding dresses from the "Letters in Lace" Fall 2026 bridal collection by Lebanese fashion designer Tony Ward:
Where to Find the Tony Ward Fall 2026 Collection in the Middle East
The Tony Ward bridal line is increasingly coveted by brides across the GCC and MENA region, thanks to its dramatic architectural cuts and couture-level craftsmanship. Although Tony Ward operates his own boutique network, his bridal gowns are also selectively distributed through elite luxury retailers and authorized showrooms.
To shop the latest Tony Ward bridal collections, we recommend visiting the following regional partners:
1. UAE: The Bridal Atelier, Galeries Lafayette
In the UAE, The Bridal Atelier in Dubai stocks Tony Ward bridal pieces and functions as a key luxury bridal destination.
Galeries Lafayette in the UAE features Tony Ward couture and bridal dresses as part of its designer selection, offering a local point of contact for brides in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
Cities: Dubai, Abu Dhabi
2. Lebanon: Tony Ward Boutique
In Lebanon, Tony Ward’s own Beirut boutique houses his full couture and bridal offerings directly from the atelier.
City: Beirut
3. Egypt: Al Dar
Al Dar, located at The First Mall, inside the Four Seasons Hotel in the Giza District, is an authorized stockist for select international bridal and couture designers. Brides in Cairo can visit Al Dar to try on premium gowns and explore a curated selection, which may include Tony Ward pieces. The boutique provides a refined, luxury shopping environment in one of Cairo’s most upscale locations, ideal for those seeking personalized service and access to high-end bridal fashion.
City: Cairo
4. Kuwait: Al Aouj
Located in the Mariam Shopping Center, Al Aouj is one of Kuwait’s premier destinations for haute couture and luxury bridal fashion. Known for carrying exclusive designer labels, Al Aouj offers brides in Kuwait the opportunity to discover refined craftsmanship and elegant silhouettes, including creations by Tony Ward. With its personalized service and sophisticated boutique setting in Salmiya, it provides a luxurious experience for brides seeking timeless couture gowns for their special day.
5. Qatar: Fifty One East
Fifty One East, located in Lagoona Mall in Doha, is one of the premier luxury department stores in Qatar that exclusively carries Tony Ward collections. They regularly host trunk shows and launches for Tony Ward’s seasonal Couture, Bridal Fall and Spring/Summer collections, giving brides the chance to see the newest gowns in person soon after Paris Haute Couture Week.
City: Doha
6. Regional / Occasional: Trunk Shows and Pop-Ups
Tony Ward frequently conducts trunk shows and private appointments across the Middle East (for example, in Doha) to present the latest bridal and couture collections in an intimate setting.
7. Regional Advice
- Schedule well in advance: As with couture-level gowns, begin your search 9–12 months before your wedding date to allow for selection, ordering, and alterations.
- Confirm sample availability: Call boutiques ahead of time to ensure that the specific bridal gowns you wish to try are present as samples (some locations carry only select styles or archival pieces).
- Arrange private appointments: Bridal boutiques often require appointments for Tony Ward pieces, so booking ahead ensures full access to the bridal selection and personalized service.
