Monique Lhuillier

Monique Lhuillier (born September 15, 1971) is a Filipino fashion designer and creative director known for her bridal, ready-to-wear, and lifestyle brand. She launched her eponymous brand in 1996 and has established fashion houses in Los Angeles, California, and Manhattan's Upper East Side. Lhuillier grew up in Cebu City and studied at Saint Theresa's College before attending the Chateau Mont-Choisi finishing school in Lausanne, Switzerland. Inspired by the lack of modern wedding dresses, she used her fashion degree to create dresses for her relatives and bridal party during her own wedding planning. Lhuillier's designs have gained recognition worldwide, and she continues to be a prominent figure in the fashion industry.