Monique Lhuillier unveiled her vibrant spring collection on a beautifully sunny afternoon in New York this week. Known for her bridal and eveningwear, the designer shifted focus this season to fresh, polished dresses perfect for both day and night. “I wanted to modernize the look and really define who my woman is,” she explained.

Moving away from heavy prints and embroidery, Lhuillier let bold colors and sharp silhouettes take center stage—though this was far from minimalism. The opening look, a bright meadow green dress with a high slit, featured a sculptural asymmetric neckline, while a white T-shirt dress felt contemporary with its digitized floral print. For a designer who excels in special occasion pieces, she made clear efforts to keep things wearable—like her draped jersey dresses with clever ruching, designed to be effortlessly packed in a suitcase.

Eveningwear, naturally, was where she shone. A strapless ballgown adorned with metallic blue raffia florals and a corseted black lace dress with a drop-waist skirt were both sexy and timeless. For a younger edge, she included trendy leopard-print suits and sequined column gowns—though her luxury price point might still be out of reach for that audience.

The standout piece? A sunset-hued chiffon dress with a dramatic trailing scarf cape. Forget making an entrance—this was all about the unforgettable exit.