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Wedding-worthy looks spotted at recent red carpet events
FROM ROMANTIC LACE ACCENTS TO DREAMY FULL SKIRTS AND THE SOFTEST OF PASTELS SEEN AT LATEST RED CARPET AFFAIRS, one can’t help but wonder, ‘Where is the groom?’ Bridal-inspired gowns seem to be a thing these days, with celebrities donning the look, from Met Gala to Cannes.
Diane Kruger in a custom-made Armani Privé gown and Chopard high jewellery, Image courtesy of Giorgio Armani
During the screening of Le Grand Bain at the Cannes Film Festival, Diane Kruger looked immaculate in a Giorgio Armani Privé custom-made pale blue chiffon gown with crystal-embroidered bodice and strap. The German actress paired her dreamy look with high jewellery from Chopard’s Haute Joaillerie and Ice Cube collections. Just add flowers and you’re all set for a romantic beach wedding of your dreams.
Jessica Kahawaty in an Azzi & Osta gown and Avakian Gatsby high jewellery
Classic and pure, white is still the most favoured colour by brides. Whether you opt for a traditional look or prefer a more laid back take, you will never go wrong with an impeccable white dress. For fashion inspiration, take a cue from these ladies on the red carpet.
Winnie Harlow in a custom Tommy Hilfiger gown and Bvlgari high jewellery
For her first Met Gala appearance, model Winnie Harlow wore a custom gown by Tommy Hilfiger. Keeping with the event’s theme, she accessorised her look with Catholic-inspired crown and Bvlgari High Jewelry diamond necklace and bracelets. Simply replace the crown with a lacy veil and add a red bouquet to make the look bridal-perfect.
Lupita Nyong’o in a Dior couture gown and Chopard high jewellery
At the Cannes Film Festival, Lupita Nyong’o looked simply ethereal in a white feather couture gown by Dior. The Academy Award-winning actress paired her stylish gown with high jewellery from Chopard’s Haute Joaillerie and Copacabana collections.
Carla Bruni in a Dior white dress and Chopard high jewellery
Also at Cannes, former First Lady of France, Carla Bruni-Sarkozy, wore an immaculate white Dior dress, which she aptly accessorised with a spectacular High Joiallerie sapphire and diamond necklace from Chopard.
Penelope Cruz in a Christian Dior couture dress and Atelier Swarovski jewellery at the preview of her first fine jewellery collection for Atelier Swarovski
Drop earrings and ring worn by Penelope Cruz, ATELIER SWAROVSKI
Bella Hadid in an Elie Saab couture gown and Bvlgari high jewellery
Serpenti diamond cuff worn by Bella Hadid, BVLGARI
Whether you’re a bridesmaid or a wedding guest, stand out in a shimmery, statement gown that will easily take you from the ceremony to the reception. Take for example this look by Bella Hadid at Cannes. The 21-year-old model paired her metallic Elie Saab 2007 couture collection gown with high jewellery earrings and Serpenti bracelets from Bvlgari.
Praya Lundberg in a Julien MacDonald dress and De Grisogono high jewellery
Ventaglio diamond earrings worn by Praya Lundberg, DE GRISOGONO
For Swedish-Thai model Praya Lundberg, it was all about sultry appeal in her two-piece Julien MacDonald dress from Fall 2016 collection. With a sexy look like this, it rightfully called for De Grisogono’s Ventaglio diamond ring and earrings.
Sara Sampaio in an off-shoulder ball gown and Chopard high jewellery
For her daytime appearance at Cannes, Victoria’s Secret Angel Sara Sampaio opted for minimal makeup, brushed up hair, and a sweet golden pink off-shoulder ball gown at the red carpet arrivals for the film Girls of the Sun. Keeping her neck bare, the model chose a pair of yellow diamond earrings from Chopard’s High Jewellery collection to add just the right amount of brilliance to her ensemble.
Penelope Cruz in a Ready-To-Wear Chanel dress
“These dreamy blue dresses, seen on the red carpet, are perfect for pre-wedding dinner events”
If you need ‘something blue’ to complete a tradition, these dresses, seen on the red carpet, are perfect for pre-wedding dinner events. At the Vanity Fair France and Chanel Dinner, Penelope Cruz wore a light blue-green organza dress from the Spring-Summer 2018 Ready-to-Wear collection by Chanel.
Irina Starshenbaum in a Ready-To-Wear Chanel dress and Chanel fine jewellery
Meanwhile, at the same event, Russian actress Irina Starshenbaum also wore a Chanel Ready-To-Wear, a stunning blue tweed muslin dress from the Spring-Summer 2018 collection, paired with Chanel jewellery.
Romee Strijd in an Alberta Ferretti gown and De Grisogono high jewellery
High Jewellery necklace in diamonds and sapphires set with a 42.53ct pear-cut diamond worn by Romee Strijd, DE GRISOGONO
Last but not least, give your guests something to talk about during the reception dinner by doing a dramatic wardrobe-change. Opt for something more sexy and sultry, like this Alberta Ferretti Grecian gown worn by Romee Strijd at Cannes. The Dutch model picked a statement High Jewellery necklace set in diamonds and sapphires with a 42.53ct pear-cut diamond from De Grisogono to cap the look.
