MICHIGAN-BASED COUTURE DESIGNER KATERINA BOCCI WILL BE HOSTING A BRIDAL TRUNK SHOW AT NORTHVILLE'S ELIZABETH BRIDAL MANOR FOLLOWING THE LAUNCH OF HER 2013 COLLECTION IN NEW YORK

Katerina Bocci – known for acquiring international acclaim among fashion elite and celebrities, including Aretha Franklin, Fergie and Jordin Sparks – recently launched her 2013 luxury bridal gown collection at New York Bridal Fashion Week. Her launch was a tremendous success where she caught the eye of The Knot, which gave Bocci its coveted "Editor's Choice" award for her Victoria gown.

Katerina Bocci’s 2013 collection pays homage to thePrincess next door. This season’s collection features show-stopping ball gowns and breath-taking feminine silhouettes, combined with the superb fit Bocci is known for. Her hand-sewn craftsmanship and innovative, avant-garde designs are luxurious, appealing to even the most discerning brides-to-be.

“I design for the real bride-to-be who wants to feel like a Princess on the most important day of her life,” says Bocci. “I want to accentuate a woman’s beautiful body while using the most luxurious fabrics and flourishes, my bride feels absolutely gorgeous on her special day,” she says.

Born in Albania, and educated in Italy, Katerina Bocci approaches her designs both with passion and technical expertise. The end result is a romantic collection fit forroyalty – it is sumptuous and classic, yet a touch unrestrained.

Bocci’s fourth bridal collection aims to encompass each brides’ unique sense of style, featuring opulent finishes such as impeccable hand beading, silk roses and glamorous belts made with Swarovski trim and stones. She uses only the finest fabrics, including 100-percent silk shantung, silk organza, silk taffeta, Duchess silk and tulle in an array of whites, ivories, creams, and on-trend color, Chai. The 2013 collection features a range of designs suitable for the most formal affairs; chic, city weddings; and dresses perfect for destination and outdoor ceremonies.

Katerina Bocci will host three local Trunk Shows where brides-to-be will have full access to the entire collection. Trunk Shows will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. atKaterina Bocci Design Studio at 14232 Rick Drive in Shelby Township and Elizabeth's Bridal Manor on the following dates:

Saturday, November 1

NOVEMBER 16 & 17 ELIZABETH’S BRIDAL, NORTHVILLE, MI

Saturday, December 3

As a young girl, Bocci had always dreamed of becoming a fashion designer, creating dresses for her dolls. She graduated from the SITAM School in Padova, Italy and opened a fashion studio in Albania. Bocci came to America in 2001 and quickly became recognized for her one-of-a-kind creations, building a faithful clientele and a prospering business.

Katerina Bocci’s gowns are designed, sewn and produced at her 3,200-square-foot design studio located in Shelby Township, Michigan. The haute couture designer personally oversees the production of each and every gown to ensure the utmost quality. Katerina Bocci bridal gowns start at $2,500.

Katerina Bocci Design Studio is open from Tuesday-Sunday at 14232 Rick Drive in Shelby Township (www.katerinabocci.com). Brides-to-be, mother-of-the bride and bridesmaids may schedule one-on-one time with Katerina Bocci at her design studio by calling 586-247-3622. Katerina Bocci’s accolades include eight consecutive years on Hour Detroit’s Best of Detroit list, Crain’s Detroit Business 40 Under 40, The Knot’s Best of Michigan, Real Detroit Weekly’s Best of Detroit and more.