12 Details About Royal Wedding Gowns That Made Us Sigh With Excitement

Royal weddings are a big event, and one of the most anticipated moments is, undoubtedly, the unveiling of the dress. When the bride steps out of the car, all eyes are on her. Then we can’t help but think of the fairy tales we heard as children. But although the moment is dreamy, there are many details that go unnoticed by the public.

Bright Side would like to show you how some real wedding dresses that were a dream come true for their owners were created, along with the curious details they hide.

1. Kate Middleton

The dress of the Duchess of Cambridge, Kate, was created by Sarah Burton at Alexander McQueen. It combined tradition and modernity, at the request of the bride, who collaborated with the design. The lace flowers were handmade and individually added to the dress. As a “something borrowed,” Kate wore a tiara that belonged to Queen Elizabeth. The gown cost just over $300,000.

2. Queen Elizabeth II

Queen Elizabeth II moved away from the traditional white color, opting for an ivory, silk dress. It was decorated with crystals and 10,000 small pearls. It was also embroidered with stars, symbolizing rebirth and growth after the war. At that time, the country was subject to rationing, so to pay for the garment, the queen used clothing coupons.

3. Grace Kelly, Princess of Monaco

As a Hollywood actress, Grace Kelly’s elegant style became an inspiration to many. Her wedding dress was no exception. It took months to create and featured hand-sewn pearls and a 91-centimeter-long train. It cost $7,266, not including the designer’s fee.

4. Princess Eugenie of York

Princess Eugenie wore a dress with a neckline that folded around her shoulders and had a long train. At her request, the back was low to show off the scar from a surgery she underwent as a child. As she told it, she had always wanted a dress that showed the mark, as it tells a story about her past and her future. The outfit cost a minimum of $135,000.

5. Princesa Charlene

Princess Charlene looked like an angel in a white dress, specially designed by Armani. It had a 5-meter long train, adorned with 40,000 Swarovski crystals and 20,000 mother-of-pearl tears. It took 2,500 hours to make, and they even made a second gown in case something happened to the first one.

6. Princess Hajah Hafizah Sururul Bolkiah

The wedding of the princess, the daughter of the Sultan of Brunei, took place in September 2012. She wore a glittering silver dress decorated with crystal beads, emeralds, and a large tiara.

7. Queen Letizia of Spain

The queen consort of Spain made history by wearing the most expensive wedding dress in history. It featured a 4-and-a-half-meter-long train and embroidery woven with golden thread. The $6-million-dollar wedding gown is now worth more than $8 million.

8. Queen Rania

The Queen of Jordan is known for her elegance and exquisite taste. For her wedding in 1993, she wore a gown created for her by British designer Bruce Oldfield. It featured intricate gold embroidery that inspired many future brides.

9. Princess Beatrice of York

In 2020, the wedding of Princess Beatrice of York took place. For the big event, she wore a delicate gown borrowed from her grandmother, Queen Elizabeth. This had diamond embellishments and was refashioned for the bride. The diamond tiara also belonged to the monarch, being the same one she wore on her wedding day. There is no doubt that Beatrice knew how to pay tribute to her grandmother.

10. Princess Margaret

Princess Margaret had the first royal wedding to be televised. For the occasion, she stayed away from extravagant decorations and opted to highlight her figure with a design boasting a V-neckline, a fitted waist, and a wide skirt. It is known as the simplest dress in history, but she managed to give it a special touch that served as inspiration for many brides.

11. Meghan Markle

Meghan kept her style minimalist and classic by wearing a simple wedding dress with small, meaningful details. Her veil, almost 5 meters long, was decorated with flowers, representing the 53 countries of the Commonwealth. This was held in place with a tiara borrowed from Queen Elizabeth. The dress was created by Clare Waight Keller under the Givenchy brand, and it cost more than $140,000.

12. Diana of Wales

The iconic dress that Princess Diana wore at her wedding is, without any doubt, one of the most remembered. This one had different details, such as sequin embroidery, ruffled lace, and 10,000 pearls. It was so exuberant that the fabric had to be folded over and over again for Diana to fit into the carriage. It was estimated to cost more than $200,000.

Which famous wedding dress is your favorite? What would your ideal wedding gown design look like?