Just as walking along the shores of Lake Balaton stirs nostalgic memories of childhood holidays, Daalarna’s new wedding dress collection, REMEMBER, takes us on a special journey through time. In this collection, Anita Benes draws inspiration from the vibrant trends of the late 90s and early 2000s, now enjoying a resurgence, and blends them with the elegance and simplicity of today.

“Lake Balaton is a beloved holiday destination for many in Hungary,” says Anita Benes. “By capturing the REMEMBER collection here, we wanted to convey the idea that you don’t always need to travel far to find beauty or inspiration. Often, the true treasures lie in our own backyards, unnoticed. As a Hungarian designer, I’m proud to showcase one of our country’s uniquely inspiring landscapes to an international audience through these lookbook images.”

To see the whole collection, book an appointment for a REMEMBER collection trunk show by contacting the closest store to you. To view trunk show dates and locations, click HERE.

Daalarna has taken a bold step by teaming up with the esteemed shoe brand Batz to create an exclusive sneaker collection, perfect for brides who value comfort on their special day and for women who seek style, quality, and uniqueness in their footwear. The captivating designs are shaped by Daalarna’s signature elegance, while Batz’s decades of expertise ensure premium quality with no compromise on excellent materials and innovative solutions.

View the entire collection here: https://www.daalarna.com/webshop/batzxdaalarna

Mahdi Said Kafiya – Kafi, known by her stage name Rea Milla, has gotten married, and her story is particularly dear to Daalarna. Not only because she opened the Daalarna Fashion Show in 2019, but also because, knowing her story, it brings us immense joy to see her freely choose to say "I do" to the man she trusts and loves most. On her special day, Rea Milla – Kafi wore two unique Daalarna dresses, and she is sharing some details about their wedding on September 19 for the first time on Secret Stories. (The interview was conducted the day before the wedding with Kafi.)

Five years ago, we last spoke. At that time, you not only shared how you came to Hungary but also gave us insight into what life awaited you in your home country, Somalia, where your father wanted to marry you off against your will at the age of 14. Now we are here, discussing how tomorrow you will freely say "yes" to your love, Patrick.
Rea Milla – Kafi: I was just thinking about this recently. It feels amazing that now, ten years later, I get to decide whether I want to get married and to whom. But to be honest, I don’t think I’ve fully grasped what we are preparing for; it will probably take some time for me to truly feel the weight of becoming a wife.

For the full interview, visit the Secret Stories page!

Laura Cserpes and her partner have been together for more than two years, and at the end of August, they celebrated their wedding. The harmonious wedding, evoking a Tuscan atmosphere, took place in the intimate company of close family and friends at their family estate. The singer and songwriter gave an exclusive interview to Secret Stories about the Daalarna wedding dress she wore and her stunning wedding by Lake Balaton. Here’s what Laura Cserpes's wedding was like!

For the full interview, visit the Secret Stories page!

We are excited to share a special inspirational photo shoot from the picturesque Daalarna Garden in Szentendre, captured by the internationally renowned Pinewood Weddings duo, Levente Kádár and Enikő Várai. This Provence-style, nature-inspired wedding shoot centers around the estate’s stunning one-hectare lavender field, which is in full bloom in June. The shoot also highlights the venue’s additional outdoor possibilities.

To view all the photos from the shoot, visit Secret Stories!

Daalarna introduces its new exclusive line, Atelier by Daalarna, featuring the most luxurious materials, including the finest Italian and French haute couture lace, extensive handwork, and lavish fabric usage. The inaugural collection of this new line, WHITE SWAN, was showcased in the unique black E-WOW suite of W Budapest.

“Haute couture tailoring has become a lost art, not only in Hungary but also in fashion capitals worldwide. Few seamstresses and brands maintain this level of craftsmanship today, though it was once the hallmark of renowned fashion houses,” says Anita Benes, chief designer of Daalarna.

Go to Secret Stories by Daalarna and read more about the new Atelier by Daalarna collection, WHITE SWAN.

On 20 June 2024, during the summer solstice celebrations, we hosted a magical Daalarna fashion show at Daalarna Garden, with nearly 1000 guests attending.

This year, we had an unusual and special Daalarna show because, this time, the concept was based on Midsummer Night. Midsummer’s Eve is believed to have special magical powers, the most mystical night of the summer. According to popular belief, on this day, anything can happen, wishes can come true, and magic can become reality.

An extra special feature of this year’s event was that Daalarna Garden in Szentendre opened its doors to the public for the first time, and we prepared a series of exciting activities to mark the occasion.

Here is our recap of the fairytale show, the Daalarna MIDSUMMER Fashion Show 2024:

https://secretstoriesbydaalarna.com/daalarnas-secrets/daalarna-midsummer-fashion-show-2024/

Browse our curated collection of incredible real weddings from our lovely brides who've said 'I Do' in a custom Daalarna wedding dress.

Click here for the real stories and wedding images:

https://secretstoriesbydaalarna.com/real-weddings/