So let’s get to it: Here’s EVERYTHING we know about Duchess Meghan Markle's royal wedding gown, which will no doubt be “influencing” wedding dress designers and brides for years to come. Sorry, Kate—Jennifer and Becky from next season’s “Say Yes to the Dress” have found a new muse.
The Designer
The timeless, minimalist gown was designed by Givenchy’s Clare Waight Keller, a Brit, and the first-ever female Artistic Director at the famed French fashion house. Prior to Givenchy, Keller headed Pringle of Scotland and Chloé.
Why Markle Picked Givenchy
According to the Royal Family’s official website, Meghan picked Keller for her “timeless and elegant aesthetic, impeccable tailoring, and relaxed demeanour.” Read: Clare Waight Keller is very chill.
The Construction of the Dress
The elegant gown — which evoked visions of Givenchy fan Audrey Hepburn, with its open bateau neckline and sculpted waist — achieved its clean look with “six meticulously placed seams.” Modern three-quarter length sleeves offset the dress’s show-stopping train, which was emphasized by an underskirt made of triple silk organza.
After “extensively” researching fabric mills throughout Europe, Clare Waight Keller helped develop a double bonded silk cady with a soft matte lustre exclusively for Meghan’s gown. Meghan and Keller collaborated on the bonding process and color of the gown — pure white, and fit for a princess (er, Duchess).
The Tiara and Veil
Markle wore Queen Mary Diamond Bandeau (borrowed from her new HRH Grandmother-in-law The Queen), and wore a five-meters-long veil.