L’Arca on the FORBES list

Carmina Pairet and Nina Balmes, chosen by Forbes Women

Each year, the prestigious magazine Forbes compiles a list of the 55 most influential women in the wedding industry. These are designers, wedding planners , florists, and photographers who are setting trends in the Spanish wedding industry.

Forbes magazine writes:

“These two sisters champion sustainability through vintage . Carmina Pairet does so through marketing, and Nina Balmes as a creative. Since 1980, they have been selecting unique and ethereal pieces in a singular space located in Barcelona. Specializing in antiques and that essential look to the past to find treasures, the search for veils and lace is the forte of these entrepreneurs. Among their most sought-after offerings is a bridal line that replicates vintage designs, a distinctive brand feature.”

“And as an interesting side note, they are a source of inspiration for collectors, set designers, and textile enthusiasts, since the 19th-century clothing they have at L’Arca was a real treat for films like Vicki Cristina Barcelona , Titanic , and period dramas.”

The l’Arca store has been named by ELLE international as the best bridal shop and recently selected by time out as one of the must-see places in Barcelona .