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Apr 29, 2023 · As Kate Middleton and Prince William celebrate their 12 year wedding anniversary on 29 April, British Vogue looks back at Kate’s incredible Alexander McQueen wedding gown, designed by...
Apr 29, 2011 · Fashion. Vogue on Catherine Middleton's Wedding Dress. By Sarah Mower. April 29, 2011. 1 / 14. Photo: Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images. Catherine Middleton and her sister, Pippa...
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The wedding dress worn by Catherine Middleton at her wedding to Prince William on 29 April 2011 was designed by English designer Sarah Burton, creative director of the luxury fashion house Alexander McQueen.
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- The underskirt. © Chris Jackson. Thanks to Kate's sister and bridesmaid Pippa Middleton, fans were able to see the underskirt of the dress which was made out of silk tulle trimmed with lace.
- The lacemakers. © Chris Jackson. It was covered in handmade lace created by the Royal School of Needlework. The youngest lace-maker on the team was 19 years old at the time, and the meticulous process saw the workers wash their hands every thirty minutes and renew the needles every three hours to ensure cleanliness.
- The lace. © Getty. Images of roses, thistles, daffodils, and shamrocks were placed on both the bodice and skirt. In a statement released by the palace, The Royal Family said: "The lace design was hand-engineered (appliquéd) using the Carrickmacross lace-making technique, which originated in Ireland in the 1820s."
- The secrecy. © Getty. Embroiderer Amanda Ewing, who was part of the team that made the gown, opened up about the level of secrecy surrounding its creation.
Dec 23, 2023 · Learn how Kate Middleton chose Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen to create her iconic royal wedding gown in 2011. Discover the lace embroidery, the train length, the buttons and the motifs that made her dress a masterpiece.
May 13, 2021 · Learn everything about the iconic Alexander McQueen gown that Kate Middleton wore for her 2011 royal wedding. Discover the details, significance, accessories, and how to get the look for your own big day.
