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Post-Wills and Kate, celebrity wedding fever continues
A MYSTERY: Kate’s big day is on the way … but who will design the dress?
If you thought wedding fever had died down, hold on to your hat. The battle of the big white dresses has only just begun.
This northern summer sees a bumper turnout of high-profile brides, with vintage vixen Lily Allen on June 11, clothes horse Kate Moss on July 2 and the ‘other’ slightly more relaxed royal wedding of Zara Phillips on July 30. While Lily has secured the couture services of designer pal Karl Lagerfeld to transform her aisle into a catwalk, all bets are off as to Moss’s choice. Until earlier this year, it was assumed the job would go to her best fashion friend John Galliano, but since his alleged anti-Semitic rant it’s possible the supermodel will be touting for new business. Luckily, you don’t need a designer on speed dial to find your ideal dress. Whether you want to float down the aisle in a fluffy meringue or saunter Pippa Middleton-style in a slinky number, there’s a style to suit every bride. “A bride is always looking for romance,” says Marguerite Hannah, designer for Alan Hannah. “They want to be demure but look a million dollars; a dress that transforms them to their very best.” So forget the husband-to-be momentarily. With all eyes on you and your frock, say ‘I do’ to the wedding dress of your dreams.
The Middleton effect
With copycat versions soon appearing of whatever she wears in public, Duchess of Cambridge’s wedding gown was always guaranteed to inspire every woman marrying their own prince charming. Reminiscent of Grace Kelly’s intricate lace dress, the Sarah Burton creation for Alexander McQueen has set a trend for a bevvy of brides-to-be seeking understated glamour. “Kate’s dress is a great look for girls to achieve; not only is it very classic and stylish but an easy shape for most to wear,” Hannah suggests. Forget backless, strapless and side splits, the demure look is the look of the moment. “There will be a trend towards brides going slightly more formal in their choice of dress, with covered arms and, of course, the use of lace,” suggests bridal designer Ian Stuart (www.ianstuart-bride.com). But unlike Catherine, who slipped into evening gown number two with circle skirt and diamante belt, most brides look for that one elusive dress to impress throughout the big day. “Brides are moving away from wanting a traditional wedding dress and are choosing instead to invest in more of a unique ‘special’ dress to take them from the ceremony to the last dance,” according to a spokesperson from bridal fashion house Suzannah.
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