Lace, Light and a Little Drama: Inside BERTA‘s Latest Collection
Sensuality has always been central to BERTA‘s design language, and its latest collection at New York Bridal Fashion Week was a beautiful exploration of the female form. Sculpted corsetry, exquisite embellishment, intricate lace and beautifully considered proportions came together in a collection that felt distinctly feminine, glamorous and fashion-forward. There was a richness to the detailing and a confidence in the silhouettes, with each look balancing the structure of couture-inspired construction with the softness and allure of bridal fashion.
BERTA by Socially Wed
Together Journal had Australian content creator Chandla Manning of Socially Wed and photographer Victoria Kait on the ground in New York, capturing the presentation and its many exquisite details. From dramatic gowns to beautifully tailored party dresses, the collection presented a sophisticated vision of contemporary bridal dressing, with a strong emphasis on silhouette, texture and craftsmanship.
Corsetry was one of the collection’s defining elements. Structured bodices, exposed boning and precisely fitted waists created beautifully sculpted silhouettes that celebrated the natural curves of the body. Dropped and basque waistlines were particularly striking, elongating the torso before transitioning into fuller skirts and softer fabrications. The tailoring felt considered and intentional, with the construction itself becoming an important part of each design’s aesthetic.
One of our favourite elements was the beautiful use of fringing. Long, delicate strands appeared along the hems of several shorter party dresses and around the edges of corseted bodices, introducing fluidity and movement to otherwise structured silhouettes. The effect was particularly striking as the models walked, with the fringing creating a soft, rhythmic movement against the precision of the tailoring. These were some of the collection’s most memorable looks, offering a sophisticated interpretation of reception and evening dressing.
Chandla Manning | Socially Wed | Content Creator
Currently on the ground at New York Bridal Fashion Week covering selected designer presentations for Together Journal, Australian content creator Chandla Manning brings a fresh, fashion-forward perspective to visual storytelling. As the founder of Socially Wed, Chandla has a natural eye for style, movement and the moments that unfold behind the scenes, capturing the energy, creativity and finer details that bring fashion collections to life.
With a contemporary editorial sensibility, Chandla specialises in creating engaging, social-first content that feels both polished and spontaneous. Working primarily with iPhone and camcorder, her approach is intuitive and considered, combining beautiful imagery with an authentic, behind-the-scenes perspective. From intricate couture details and emerging bridal trends to the personalities and creative vision behind each collection, her work captures both the fashion and the atmosphere surrounding it.
Based on Australia’s Gold Coast, Chandla founded Socially Wed in 2023 and has since grown the business into a team of talented content creators. Together, they have documented more than 200 weddings across Australia and internationally, bringing the same fashion-led approach to celebrations, with a focus on candid moments, beautiful details and personal storytelling. Her work has been featured in many global fashion and wedding publications.
For more information, visit sociallywedau.com and @sociallywed.au
Texture played an equally important role. Intricate lace, delicate sheers and richly embellished fabrics brought depth and dimension, while metallic finishes and glittering details caught the light beautifully. Feathers added another layer of softness and movement, creating contrast against the more architectural elements of the collection. The interplay between these different surfaces gave the gowns a sense of richness without losing the definition of their silhouettes.
BERTA by Victoria Kait
For brides who love the tradition of a veil, several looks incorporated it beautifully, and the collection also carried through several bridal hoods from its last collection for brides looking for a more fashion-forward alternative to a veil. These softer, more romantic elements complemented the sculpted bodices and elaborate detailing, offering a lovely contrast to the collection’s more contemporary proportions and sensual styling.
What made this presentation particularly compelling was BERTA‘s understanding of how construction and embellishment can work together to celebrate femininity. There was a clear appreciation for the body, expressed through carefully shaped silhouettes, intricate surface treatments and a confident approach to proportion.
From the elongated lines of the corseted gowns to the movement of the fringed party dresses, this was a collection in which every detail contributed to the overall silhouette. Beautifully structured, richly textured and undeniably sensual, BERTA‘s latest offering demonstrated the enduring appeal of bridal fashion that is as much about the artistry of dressing as it is about the occasion itself.
Victoria Kait | Photographer
With a refined editorial eye and a strong appreciation for fashion, Victoria Kait is a photographer whose work brings together contemporary style, timeless elegance and thoughtful visual storytelling. Her imagery is sophisticated yet effortless, with a beautiful understanding of light, movement, composition and detail.
Working across digital and 35mm film, Victoria brings a distinctly fashion-led perspective to her photography, capturing everything from couture and intricate craftsmanship to the personalities and creative vision behind each collection. Her approach balances polished editorial imagery with a natural sense of spontaneity, creating photographs that feel both modern and enduring.
Victoria is currently on the ground at New York Bridal Fashion Week, covering selected designer presentations for Together Journal, including the latest collection from BERTA. Through her lens, she captures the artistry, silhouettes and emerging directions shaping contemporary bridal fashion.
Alongside her editorial and fashion work, Victoria is an accomplished destination wedding photographer, travelling internationally to document celebrations across New York, California, Europe and beyond. Her work brings the same fashion-forward sensibility to weddings, combining beautiful portraiture, considered details and authentic moments to create imagery that is both personal and editorial.
For more information, visit victoriakait.com and @victoriakaitphoto
