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In the cloister of the historic building of the University of Barcelona
BARCELONA, Spain, April 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The British brand Vivienne Westwood was the star of the Barcelona Bridal Night, held last night as part of the Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week (BBFW). Presenting its 2026 Bridal Collection, the iconic fashion house captivated the more than 450 attendees, offering an unforgettable experience of elegance, rebellion, and romance in what was the first show focused solely on its bridal fashion line.
The 19th-century historic building of the University of Barcelona was the chosen venue for this special event. Models paraded in 34 made to order and haute couture bridal gowns, walking through the cloister surrounding the central garden, where the blooming orange trees provided a natural backdrop to the show.
Vivienne Westwood's creative director, Andreas Kronthaler said: "Bridal has always been an important part of the house, since I started working with Vivienne in the early 90s. We are delighted to be showing our first bridal show here in this fantastic city; we took the grandeur of the boulevards and architecture as our first point of inspiration."
He continued: "The collection is a pot pourri of past, present and future. Corsetry is the foundation; it enhances you and gives you presence. And tailoring – to add a masculine flair."
"We looked again to our rose print, inspired by the watercolours of 18th century botanist Pierre-Joseph Redouté. We added orange blossom from the courtyard of the university, a symbol of purity and beauty; subdued and layered with tulle – tender, romantic. Rich jacquard in 'Absence of roses' – classical. There is linen and cotton, washed georgette and chiffon, to make things look as if they have been worn time and again. The lightest organza, lots of lace, and pale pink duchesse from Italy. Each character tells a story."
Andreas concluded: "Simonetta (Gianfelici) wears the Madame de Pompadour gown, inspired by the François Boucher painting (1756), this time in white. Vivienne would have loved it – it was her favourite dress of all time."
Additionally, from today and until Sunday, the Trade Show will open its doors in Halls 1 and 2 and the Plaza de l'Univers at the Montjuïc venue, with nearly 450 brands offering buyers from around the world a wide range of bridal, groom, party, ceremony, red carpet, and accessory dresses.
In the cloister of the historic building of the University of Barcelona
BARCELONA, Spain, April 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The British brand Vivienne Westwood was the star of the Barcelona Bridal Night, held last night as part of the Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week (BBFW). Presenting its 2026 Bridal Collection, the iconic fashion house captivated the more than 450 attendees, offering an unforgettable experience of elegance, rebellion, and romance in what was the first show focused solely on its bridal fashion line.
The 19th-century historic building of the University of Barcelona was the chosen venue for this special event. Models paraded in 34 made to order and haute couture bridal gowns, walking through the cloister surrounding the central garden, where the blooming orange trees provided a natural backdrop to the show.
Vivienne Westwood's creative director, Andreas Kronthaler said: "Bridal has always been an important part of the house, since I started working with Vivienne in the early 90s. We are delighted to be showing our first bridal show here in this fantastic city; we took the grandeur of the boulevards and architecture as our first point of inspiration."
He continued: "The collection is a pot pourri of past, present and future. Corsetry is the foundation; it enhances you and gives you presence. And tailoring – to add a masculine flair."
"We looked again to our rose print, inspired by the watercolours of 18th century botanist Pierre-Joseph Redouté. We added orange blossom from the courtyard of the university, a symbol of purity and beauty; subdued and layered with tulle – tender, romantic. Rich jacquard in 'Absence of roses' – classical. There is linen and cotton, washed georgette and chiffon, to make things look as if they have been worn time and again. The lightest organza, lots of lace, and pale pink duchesse from Italy. Each character tells a story."
Andreas concluded: "Simonetta (Gianfelici) wears the Madame de Pompadour gown, inspired by the François Boucher painting (1756), this time in white. Vivienne would have loved it – it was her favourite dress of all time."
Additionally, from today and until Sunday, the Trade Show will open its doors in Halls 1 and 2 and the Plaza de l'Univers at the Montjuïc venue, with nearly 450 brands offering buyers from around the world a wide range of bridal, groom, party, ceremony, red carpet, and accessory dresses.
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Vivienne Westwood dazzles at Barcelona Bridal Night with an epic show
Ambilight's EC smart dimming roof integrates with a 96-RGB LED starlight matrix system, bringing intelligent light control and an immersive atmosphere to the cabin experience.
BEIJING, May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ambilight(https://www.ambilight.com/en/) is further strengthening its partnership with AUDI following the debut of the brand's first all-electric SUV, the E7X, at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show.
The E7X features Ambilight's Electrochromic (EC) smart dimming panoramic roof, integrated with a 96-RGB LED starlight matrix system. The system transitions seamlessly from open-sky transparency to a starlit atmosphere, supporting a more immersive cabin environment.
From the E5 to the E7X: Evolving the In-Cabin Light Experience
On the previously launched AUDI E5 Sportback EC smart dimming technology was introduced as part of AUDI's exploration of adaptive in-cabin experiences, enabling dynamic control of light and visual comfort across different driving environments.
With the debut of the AUDI E7X, EC smart dimming technology is further extended into new application scenarios, featuring deeper integration with ambient lighting to enhance overall cabin atmosphere.
This progression reflects AUDI's evolving approach to intelligent cabin design, where light is no longer a static element, but an active component in shaping atmosphere and spatial experience, with Ambilight continuing to explore the application potential of EC smart dimming technology in automotive environments, enabling more refined control over light, space, and atmosphere for future cabin experiences.
The debut of the AUDI E7X further highlights the evolving role of EC smart dimming technology in intelligent cockpits, where light is becoming an active design element in enhancing the in-cabin experience.
About Ambilight
Ambilight is an innovative technology company focused on the development and commercialization of electrochromic (EC) products, regulating light and heat through smart dimming glass. Ambilight provides smart dimming solutions across automotive, architecture, consumer electronics and other sectors. For more information, please visit: https://www.ambilight.com/en/
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AUDI E7X Debuts with Ambilight EC Smart Dimming Panoramic Roof
