Laura Burt and Charles Lee-Steere

Names:
Laura Burt and Charles Lee-Steere

Year:
1898

Location:
Perth

Fashion Details:
Dress of duchesse satin with a long train, the bodice yoke was of gathered chiffon which combined with seed pearls and orange blossom as an 'adornment of the toilette'. The fine net veil was held in place by a wreath of orange blossom on the crown of the head. Source: The West Australian 28 April 1898

The wedding story:
Laura Burt and Charles Lee-Steere, both from well-known Western Australian families, were married at St George's Cathedral at 3pm, attracting a large crowd. The wedding reception was held at the stately Burt family home in Adelaide Terrace. Family and friends gathered outside the house for a large group photograph.

Photographer:
Bartletto Studio