Minimalism has a reputation for being quiet. Gabriela Versiani's engagement party made a very good argument for making it memorable instead.
On September 22, 2026, the Brazilian influencer and Murilo Huff gathered their closest family and friends at Íz Restaurante in Goiânia to officially celebrate their engagement. The couple had actually been engaged for more than a year, after Huff proposed on August 5, 2025, but this was the moment they chose to mark the next chapter properly. Their wedding is planned for 2027.
And Gabriela clearly knew what she was doing.
Instead of going for an engagement-party dress covered in sparkle or an over-the-top ballroom setup, she chose a white Rachel Gilbert gown with an architectural silhouette, a delicate netted veil, and barely-there accessories. The setting followed suit, with sculptural white calla lilies, olive-toned linens, glass candle holders, and warm lighting creating an atmosphere that felt intimate, polished, and very considered.
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The engagement party took place at Íz Restaurante in Goiânia's Setor Marista, a space known for its contemporary architecture, minimalist design, and intimate atmosphere. The restaurant's current concept pairs gastronomy with a carefully considered environment, making it particularly suited to an event where the setting is meant to feel sophisticated rather than excessively decorated.
That existing visual language became an important part of Gabriela and Murilo's celebration.
Dark surfaces, warm architectural lighting, reflective glass, and sculptural furnishings created a moody backdrop for the white floral arrangements and candlelight. The tables were dressed in a deep olive green fabric, while tall transparent vessels held long-stemmed calla lilies that curved organically above the dinner setting.
The flowers were not arranged into dense, traditional centrepieces. Instead, the stems were allowed to stand tall and slightly wild, giving the tables a sculptural quality.
It was minimalism with a little movement.
There was no mistaking the flower of the evening.
White calla lilies appeared throughout the celebration, from tall arrangements beside the couple to smaller groupings around the tables. Their long green stems and sculptural trumpet-shaped blooms worked particularly well against the darker olive textiles and warm amber candlelight.
At the cake table, the flowers became even more dramatic. A cascade of calla lilies spilled over the side of the olive-green tablecloth, while individual stems rose around the cake in clear vessels.
The effect was elegant without feeling too precious.
And importantly, the flowers also echoed Gabriela's dress. The entire palette stayed within a tight range of white, green, black, and warm gold, which made the evening feel intentionally styled without looking overly coordinated.
For the occasion, Gabriela wore the Claudia Gown by Rachel Gilbert, an Australian design that takes a very different approach to traditional bridalwear. The dress relies heavily on construction, silhouette, and draping rather than embellishment.
The ivory-white gown features a sleek column silhouette with an asymmetric neckline and a softly gathered, draped detail across the waist. The upper portion is clean and architectural, while the draping creates a subtle sense of volume through the bodice.
It looks simple at first glance. Then you notice everything that makes it work.
The asymmetric neckline gives the dress a sharper, contemporary edge, while the fitted skirt creates a long, uninterrupted line. There is no lace, no beading, and no elaborate embroidery competing for attention.
The dress simply lets the cut do the talking.
For an engagement party rather than the wedding itself, it also felt like a smart choice. It looked bridal without looking like she had already used up her biggest bridal moment.
The most unexpected part of Gabriela's look was the tiny netted veil.
Rather than a long cathedral veil, she wore a delicate birdcage-style piece that swept across her forehead and partially covered her eyes. The fine mesh introduced a vintage reference to the otherwise extremely modern dress.
It was a small detail, but it completely changed the mood. Her long dark hair was worn loose and sleek, creating an effortless contrast with the structured netting. Pearl earrings and delicate jewellery kept the rest of the styling understated.
This is the kind of accessory that makes a minimalist look feel styled rather than simply simple.
Murilo Huff's outfit followed the same restrained approach. The singer wore a dark navy suit with an open white shirt, skipping the tie for a slightly more relaxed finish. It complemented Gabriela's white gown without trying to match it too literally.
Together, the couple looked polished but not overly formal, which made sense for an intimate dinner with their closest people.
And the photos capture plenty of moments where the styling takes a back seat to the actual relationship. Gabriela and Murilo are seen laughing together, holding hands, dancing, and sharing quieter moments around the restaurant.
The party may have been carefully designed, but it never looked stiff.
Even the cake stayed within the aesthetic. A two-tier white cake sat beneath the restaurant's enormous sculptural circular chandelier, with a delicate monogram on the front and calla lilies surrounding the base.
The cake itself was clean and architectural, with smooth white tiers rather than elaborate decoration. The setting did most of the work.
That recurring idea is what makes the entire celebration feel so cohesive. The flowers did not need to be enormous because the space already had visual character. The dress did not need crystals because its silhouette was strong. The cake did not need a dozen decorative elements because the chandelier above it was already a statement.
That distinction is important. Gabriela and Murilo's celebration felt bridal, but it did not try to recreate a wedding reception. It was intimate, dinner-focused, and centred on the people around them.
The couple were joined by family and close friends, including Léo, Murilo's son, and the evening included a blessing led by Father Marcos Rogério.
Gabriela marked the occasion online with the message, “22.09.26 oficialmente noivos,” while another post described the evening as the beginning of their dream.
There is something lovely about that timing. The proposal happened in August 2025, but rather than rushing straight into a giant engagement announcement, they waited more than a year to gather their people and formally celebrate the commitment.
Now, the next big event is the wedding.
Then the 2027 wedding is going to be interesting. Because this celebration already established a very clear visual language: sculptural rather than ornate, intimate rather than oversized, polished rather than predictable.
Gabriela's Rachel Gilbert gown showed that a bride-to-be does not need a traditional ball gown to look unmistakably bridal. The calla lilies proved that a single flower can carry an entire floral concept. And Íz Restaurante showed exactly why choosing a venue with its own point of view can make the rest of the design much easier.
The wedding may still be months away, but this engagement party has already given us plenty to save to the moodboard.
And yes, that little veil deserves its own Pinterest board.
Dress: @rachelgilbertau
Styling: @maristavaress
Salto: @luizabarcelos
Jewelry: @anyrenejoias
Beleza: @laracarvalhomakeup
Hair: @leticiahairstyles_
Decor: @valerialeaobittar @felicicenografia
Cerimonial:@laisbergmanncerimonial
Photo: @rodolfosantosfotografo
Video: @lucasweedfilms
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