Tulle and Lace Dress with Matching Parasol, 1938
Worn by Queen Elizabeth as part of her “White Wardrobe” worn for her state visit to Paris.
Designed by Norman Hartnell. Photographed by Cecil Beaton.
Via Royal Collection Trust
Crinoline Evening Gown, 1938
Designed by Norman Hartnell. Worn by Queen Elizabeth in a portrait by Sir Gerald Kelly.
via Royal Collection Trust
The Indian Tiara, ca. early 20th Cent.
Attributed to Cartier
Owned by Princess Marie Louise
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Wallis Simpson’s Wedding Ensemble, 1937
Designed by Mainbocher
A defect in the stability of the dye has caused the dress to lose its iconic “Wallis” blue color.
via The Met
On this day in 1936, King Edward VIII abdicated the throne so that he could marry Wallis Simpson, an American divorcee. In recognition of that historic event, here's a flashback post of Simpson's wedding ensemble. The dress was designed to be modest and simplistic, yet regal and feminine, in recognition of the immense scandal caused by the marriage.
Wallis Simpson's Wedding Ensemble, 1937
Designed by Mainbocher
A defect in the stability of the dye has caused the dress to lose its iconic "Wallis" blue color.
via The Met