Bridal accessories

Wedding bonnet of silk net trimmed with silk satin and paper artificial flowers

Wedding bonnet, British, 1845. Silk net trimmed with silk satin and paper artificial flowers. Given by Miss H. Blanche Buckley and worn by her mother
V&A:T.69-1929
© Victoria and Albert Museum, London

Leather ankle boots

Leather ankle boots, French or British, c. 1865. Worn by Eliza Penelope Clay who married Joseph Bright on 16 February 1865 in London. Given by Miss H. G. Bright
© Victoria and Albert Museum, London

A range of beautiful bridal accessories are featured in the exhibition, including veils, hats, shoes, wreaths, and lingerie.

 

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Exhibition organised by the Victoria and Albert Museum, London.

Illustration:
DITA VON TEESE WEARING
Vivienne Westwood

Violet wedding dress 2005
Vivienne Westwood Couture, London
Shot synthetic taffeta

Tricorn hat: Stephen Jones, London
Velvet, shot synthetic taffeta, glass beads, and dyed mink pompoms

Illustration by Jeff Waterman