Embroidered silk wedding dress by Christian Lacroix Wedding dress, ‘Qui a le droit?’, Christian Lacroix Couture, Paris, autumn/winter 1993-4. Silk satin, embellished with gold leaf, foil, beads, paste gems and chenille embroidery. Given by the designer V&A: T.241:1-4, 7-16-1993 © Victoria and Albert Museum, London The name of the dress, Qui a le droit?’ (‘Who has the right?’) explains the design, which questions whether a contemporary bride should wear a dress associated with purity and chastity. 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 ‹ Mini-length wedding dress and coat, 1966 Bridal accessories ›