From Queen Elizabeth’s post-war wedding gown or Yoko Ono’sixties attire to Priyanka Chopra’s stunning Mandarin-collared gown, each gown served as a symbol of love, culture and history. If you are looking for a wedding dress for your big day that will be inspired by some of the most iconic leading ladies in fashion history, we are here for you!

We have researched and chosen some of the most historical and iconic wedding gowns for inspiration and a hot look back at fashion’s biggest moments.

10. Bianca Jagger

We are starting the list with the iconic Bianca Jagger, who decided to go against the stereotypical white wedding dress and opted for a more fashionable and rebellious attire. The former Mrs Jagger wore a white skirt with a buttoned-up suit by Yves Saint Laurent, the designer had made a shirt for Bianca but it ended up not fitting as she was 4 months pregnant on her wedding day with the Rolling Stones Legend, Mick Jagger.

9. Elizabeth tailor

Although Elizabeth Tailor got married eight times (twice with Richard Burton), Elizabeth was not a huge fan of weddings. For her first wedding with Richard Burton in 1967, the legendary actress chose to go against the traditional white wedding gown and wore a yellow chiffon babydoll dress with sheer long sleeves. She added lilies of the valley into her hair for a bridal look.

8. Serena Williams

The Tennis Legend married her husband, Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian in a fairytale-themed wedding in New Orleans back in 2017. Serena stunned everyone as she walked down the aisle in a caped Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen gown, along with millions of dollars worth of diamonds that complimented her entire outfit.

7. Audrey Hepburn

One of the greatest actresses in history, Audrey Hepburn, married actor Mel Ferrer in Switzerland in 1954 and left everyone amazed with her wedding dress. Ms Hepburn wore a typically full-skirt ‘50s ballerina-length dress which was designed by Pierre Balmain. The dress looked romantic and elegant and featured a high neck, along with leg-o-mutton sleeves and a cinched waist and a lovely bow at the back. The actress chose to ditch the veil and wore roses in her hair instead.

6. Marilyn Monroe

Everyone’s sweetheart, Marilyn Monroe, has a series of draw-dropping timeless fashion moments that everyone is still talking about. One of those moments was the wedding dress that she wore for her wedding with Arthur Miller. Monroe chose to wear a mid-length gown which oozed glamour and sophistication. The dress hugged her hourglass figure beautifully and featured sheer, gathered sleeves and a low scooped neck. She also wore wrist-length gloves that complimented the outfit.

5. Priyanka Chopra

The Indian Actress went all out when it came to designing her wedding dress and has set the level high for any future ionic dresses. Priyanka married her now-husband, Nick Jonas, in Mumbai back in 2018. The wedding ceremonies lasted over a week-long and it was surely a wedding that no one will forget especially the bride’s gown. Although Priyanka wore multiple outfits during the week-long celebrations, the most noticeable dress is of course the Ralf Lauren custom gown that she wore during her Christian Ceremony. The gown featured a multitude of pearls, crystal beading and Swarovski crystal embellishment. The extraordinary dress had a magnificent tuille veil measuring an outstanding 75ft. LB. Altogether it took 1,826 hours of work to put together the lovely custom gown and the draw-dropping veil.

4. Grace Kelly

Grace Kelly went from being a Hollywood actress to marrying a prince! In 1956 the Rear Window actress married the love of her life, the Prince of Monaco, Rainer III at the Saint Nicholas Cathedral. Her dress served as one of the most iconic wedding dresses of all time and Is still a major inspiration for future brides to this day. Grace wore a silk taffeta and antique Brussels lace gown made by the MGM costume designer, Helen Rose. For the dress, Helen used 25 yards of silk taffeta, 100 yards of silk net and hundreds of pearls and it took the designer and three dozen seamstresses six weeks to finalize the dress, and may we say it looked amazing.

3. Princess Diana

The worlds Princess married Prince Charles at St Paul’s Cathedral in 1981 in front of the world. Diana wore a stunning ivory silk taffeta dress which was designed by David and Elizabeth Emanuel. The gown was decorated with lace, sequins, hand embroidery and 10,000 pears, along with a 25-foot train that is the longest train in the history of royal weddings.

2. Kate Middleton, The Duchess of Cambridge

Kate married the love of her life, Prince William, at Westminister Abby on 29^th April 2011 in front of the entire world. Middleton wowed everyone in her custom-made Alexader McQueen gown which was an ivory and white satin gazar dress with long sleeves and a bodice covered in couture lace. The dress was worn with a veil made from layers of ivory tulle and the Cartier Halo Tiara, which was borrowed from Queen Elizabeth.

1. Queen Elizabeth II

Queen Elizabeth II was 21 years old when he married Prince Philip at Westminister Abby in 1947. The Queen famously decided to save up ration cards to purchase the material needed for her wedding dress. Her gown was made out of ivory duchess satin which was decorated with 10,000 white pearls that were imported especially for the Queen, silver threads and tulle embroidery. Her bridal look also included a 15-foot patterned full-court train attached to the shoulders and a silk tulle veil. The look was completed with Queen Mary’s Fringe Tiara which was lent to her by her mother.

Each and every wedding dress has a story to tell and a moment to shine. It is a part of your present and history that will be passed on to each generation that passes as a symbol of love from a moment that will remain in your hearts forever.

Comment below which wedding dress is your favourite!

Italian designer Alexandra grew up in Rome before completing her studies in California. After working in the fashion industry for 6 years, she decided to set up her own business. Alexandra began her venture by studying Fashion Accessories at the prestigious Cordwainers College in London before creating her luxury bag label Alexandra de Curtis.

Inspired by style icons Grace Kelly, Audrey Hepburn and Sophia Loren, the bags are beautifully hand made in Italy with the highest quality leather and natural materials. The gold clasps finish the elegant clutches perfectly and will instantly add glamour to any outfit. The latest addition to our accessories collection, these clutch bags are just the right size – big enough for your phone, lipstick and money, but small enough to hold on the dancefloor!

These bags are perfect for bridesmaids / mother of the bride / wedding guest; a must have rental to pair with one of our dresses and complete your look!

Hazaar’s founders Isoline Hickman and Rachel Farrimond met while studying Costume for the Performing Arts at the London College of Fashion in 2004. It was here that they decided to create a bridal range that would allow versatility for brides on their wedding day while upholding the traditional elegant style of the wedding dress. This took Isoline and Rachel on a journey to create dresses that can take a bride from day to evening without the need for a second dress. Removable over or under skirts create a unique collection of convertible designs providing a change of look without the need to buy a second dress.

With a foundation of training and experience of garment design and construction, both historical and modern, and a love of classic style icons and designers including Dior and Grace Kelly, Rachel and Isoline fully immerse themselves in the design and creation process of each of their gowns carefully sourcing fabrics, trims and embellishments from suppliers in the UK. Creating unique designs with beautiful fabrics that complement each dress to create the perfect movement and structure is paramount.

Hazaar of London will be previewing the latest additions to their collection at White Gallery London, Battersea Park 20-22 May 2012, which include a range of brooches, clasps and embellishments to give buyers the option to customise and personalise the clean simple lines of the gowns with individually bespoke detailing.

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Claire has won various awards over the years, including Designer of the Year in 2005 and it seems that the word has spread far and wide with gowns being sent all over the world for private clients, including various high-profile celebrities – an amazing tribute to her success.  The gowns are feminine and luxurious; the reaction is that ‘they are classic shapes with a modern approach in stunning fabrics’. The collection is based on her best-selling silhouettes ensuring brides have a range of flattering shapes to choose from in a wide range of beautiful fabrics.

Eminently wearable with an unusual twist, the key desirable elements to the collection are the full lace or tulle over dresses and detachable pieces, such as belts and shoulder detail enabling brides to completely transform their look throughout their special day.  Claire’s designs are delicate and decorated with embellished pieces inspired by  of art, antique objects, vintage garments and the imaginative ideas conjured up from child-like daydreaming. The detailed construction techniques with every piece handmade in the UK, finished to flawless finesse and the use of precious materials in her collections, are a reflection of her true love of ‘Haute Couture’ from a very young age.

May 2012 will also see the launch of Claire’s much anticipated Occasion Wear/Mother of the Bride collection which has been created due to the high demand for her Couture service. Influenced by timeless style icons such as Grace Kelly, Audrey Hepburn and Jackie Onassis the range of elegant and chic outfits feature stunning fabrics with exquisite detailing.

“We are really looking forward to showcasing our new collection of dresses and accessories at White Gallery London, we have had such a phenomenal reaction to the collections so far and we feel that the show attracts the right clientele for us” comments Claire.

Claire Mischevani will be previewing “Innocenza” and “Grace” the new Occasion Wear/Mother of the Bride collection at Gallery London, Battersea Park 20-22 May
2012.

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