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Updated May 15, 2024See Theia's Wedding Dresses From Bridal Fashion Week
Here's the designer's latest collection to hit the bridal runways.
by Allison Manuel
Updated Oct 12, 2020
The Theia collection was created to celebrate femininity and bring out a woman's inner light. Theia owes its name to the Greek goddess of light, whose sparkling eyes are said to have harnessed the power of light, and was also the mother of the sun, the moon, and the dawn. The Theia collection caters to a nontraditional bride looking for a wedding day look as individual and unique as she is. Each piece is meticulously stitched together to create heirloom outfits that fit beautifully and flow around the body. From sleek jumpsuits to exquisite lace wedding gowns, Theia offers high-fashion looks for every celebration.
Theia Fall/Winter 2021 Wedding Dresses
"Lilac" sweetheart strapless trumpet gown with elongated lace bodice and tulle ruffle skirt.
"Bryony" plunging neckline A-line gown with keyhole back and oversized tulle bow belt.
"Zinnia" illusion strapless trumpet gown with embroidered floral detailing.
Left: "Jasmine" sweetheart fit and flare gown with thin straps and embroidered lace bodice.
Right: "Fleur" A-line gown with embroidered lace illusion cap sleeve bodice and full tulle skirt.
"Fern" fit and flare gown with bow straps, open back and covered buttons to hem.
Left: "Rosette" trumpet gown with V-back and tiered tulle ruffle skirt.
Right: "Acacia" fit and flare gown with V-neck and high leg slit.
"Poppy" soft square neck crepe trumpet gown.
"Iris" silk fit and flare gown with deep V-back and asymmetrical draped train.
Theia's Signature Style
The Theia bridal collection embodies the spirit of Theia — luminous, radiant and ethereal designs that combine sophisticated and elegant styling using fluid silks, soft Spanish tulles, luxurious crepes, Chantilly and Guipure laces and intricate beading and embroideries.
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A Brief History of Theia
Under the creative direction of Irish designer, Don O'Neill, Theia launched in stores in Fall 2009 and is currently sold in over 350 retailers globally, including Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue and local bridal salons like Lovely Bride.
Theia Collection History
Theia's Spring 2019 collection was inspired by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's upcoming nuptials, with each model walking down the runway wearing a tiara. The collection featured everything from embellished sheaths with capes to flowing ball gowns fit for royalty — focusing on fitted shapes, plunging necklines and dramatic skirts.
The Fall 2019 Theia collection was inspired by the feminine beauty of flowers. Among the different silhouettes and styles was one especially unique look: bridal track pants and a sweatshirt with "love" embroidered across the front.
Theia's Spring 2020 wedding dress collection offers a range of classic and modern gowns, featuring lace overlays, silk fabrics and cap sleeves. While each garment is figure-flattering, the designs are the perfect combination of sexy and elevated. The collection is full of thematic details that speak to the ethereal bride-to-be—some would even make for stunning reception or bridal shower ensembles. Most notably, theSpring 2020 collection featured a silver gown, which showcased a rare pop of color for the brand.
Other Theia Labels
In addition to wedding dresses, Theia also provides sophisticated bridesmaid and mother of the bride gowns, as well as evening and cocktail dresses. Many celebrities have worn their evening looks on the red carpet, such as Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood and Oprah Winfrey.
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Famous Theia Brides
Julie Benz, an actress known for her roles as Darla on Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Rita Bennett on Dexter, wore a strapless organza gown by Theia on her wedding day. Her bridesmaids also wore Theia — sparkling in their custom-designed cap-sleeved gowns covered in more than 1 million silver sequins.
Actress, writer, and producer, Linda Wallem, wore the Theia "Emma" wedding dress as she tied the knot with rock star Melissa Etheridge. Her gown was hand-embroidered with more than 100,000 ivory laser cut petals and featured a soft ombre full skirt with a romantic sweeping train.
Fun Facts about Theia
Theia's Creative Director, Don O'Neill, began training as a chef before realizing his true passion was fashion. He was accepted to the Barbara Bourke College of Fashion and Design in Dublin, Ireland, where he began apprenticing for designers. He then moved to New York and worked as an evening wear designer for Badgley Mischka.
During a special dinner with the king and queen of Tonga, Meghan Markle stepped out with Prince Harry in a stunning white Theia gown featuring cap sleeves and beaded details. She paired the dress with one of Princess Diana's cocktail rings, paying tribute to her late mother-in-law.
Theia Previous Wedding Dress Collections
Theia Fall 2020 Collection
See every dress from Theia's Fall 2020 line below.
Aleida gown; Crepe sheath dress with apron neck.
Santana gown; Crepe mermaid dress with jeweled bands.
Karla gown; Silk ball gown with a crystal-embroidered strapless bodice.
Estrella gown; Beaded slip dress with spaghetti straps.
Paloma gown; Satin sheath dress with cold-shoulder balloon sleeves.
Carmen gown; Sheath dress with illusion neckline and floral detailing.
Lola gown; Crepe dress with plunging v-neck, spaghetti straps, and lace trim.
Frida gown; Crepe dress with Chantilly lace accent on bodice.
Graciela gown; Ball gown with plunging neckline and tulle skirt.
Amaris gown; Tulle ball gown with cap sleeves and floral accents.
Diego set; Beaded crystal vest with satin trousers.
Gloria gown; Crepe sheath dress with a twist back.
Floralia gown; Slip dress with plunging neckline, spaghetti straps, and floral detailing.
Marisol gown; Crepe off-the-shoulder ball gown with pockets.
Salma gown; Ball gown wth plunging neckline and open back featuring a wide beaded belt.
Maribel gown; Crepe cap-sleeve mermaid dress with plunging illusion neckline.
Solana gown; Off-the-shoulder tulle ball gown with beaded floral accents.
Hermosa gown; Colorful floral printed silk organza ball gown with balloon sleeves.
Letizia gown; Strapless parachute tafetta ball gown with tiered ruffle skirt.
Isla gown; Tulle halter slip dress with Swarovski crystals.
Esperanza gown; V-neck tulle ball gown with floral appliques on bodice.
Joya gown; Beaded slim gown with cutaway shoulders.
Fedelia gown; Strapless multi-tiered tulle ball gown with sequins and pearls.
Valeria gown; Beaded sheath dress with v-neck.
Kahlo gown; Fuschia plunge front silk organza ball gown with tiered skirt and floral accents.
To check out all the Bridal Fashion Week galleries, plus wedding dress advice and more, go to TheKnot.com/bridal-fashion-week.
