Meghan Markle: Wedding Dress Suggestions and Musings


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Jacket in May, especially late May, might get a little hot? I think her shoulders just have be covered right?

If the wedding is when they anticipate warmer temperatures, it could be more of a shrug with cap or short sleeves.
 
Lots of good Brit designers (although the dress she wore for the engagement interview was Italian I think)...she could even go with an unknown like Diana did. I do not think she will go with McQueen/Burton just to rule that one out.

I don't see her doing Beckham or McCartney either.


LaRae
 
Lots of good Brit designers (although the dress she wore for the engagement interview was Italian I think)...she could even go with an unknown like Diana did. I do not think she will go with McQueen/Burton just to rule that one out.

LaRae

Would not surprised me one bit.

I'm a little surprised that she hasn't gotten backlash for her clothing choice on the day the engagement was announced. Obviously the coat wouldn't have been a problem as it was from a Canadian label. But no British brand for dress or shoes. There is some slight mention of no stocking, but that's even in a more positive tune of breaking the mold.
 
I don't usually think Downton Abbey style and fun and relaxed. Besides, I don't see Meghan in that type of dresses.


Did you see the (Vintage) part? Not necessarily the teens or 20's. Just older style. Meghan can pull off almost any dress style. Most of the dresses we have seen her in are connected to work events. The dress she wore to the polo match is an idea of what she likes as well. It just really depends on what feel they want for that day in that Chapel.


LaRae

Everything (online) I saw about the sans stocking was positive. Does anyone really care if a woman wears hose or not? My mother's era they didn't leave the house without hose on, even under slacks! Now..I hardly know anyone who wears them except in workplaces that require it.

It was interesting no one made much comment about her engagement dress. I was waiting for it. I don't think she can get away with that when it comes to the wedding dress..she will have to go Canadian/Brit. I think they would even grumble about a Canadian...much safer going Brit.


LaRae
 
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Did you see the (Vintage) part? Not necessarily the teens or 20's. Just older style. Meghan can pull off almost any dress style. Most of the dresses we have seen her in are connected to work events. The dress she wore to the polo match is an idea of what she likes as well. It just really depends on what feel they want for that day in that Chapel.


LaRae

Yes I saw. I just don't see Meghan wearing that. She's made it very clear in the past that Rachel's style is pretty close to pieces she'd wear herself. And for outside of filming clothes, she has the freedom to choose to wear for work events and I would think they reflect her style.

Everything (online) I saw about the sans stocking was positive. Does anyone really care if a woman wears hose or not? My mother's era they didn't leave the house without hose on, even under slacks! Now..I hardly know anyone who wears them except in workplaces that require it.

It was interesting no one made much comment about her engagement dress. I was waiting for it. I don't think she can get away with that when it comes to the wedding dress..she will have to go Canadian/Brit. I think they would even grumble about a Canadian...much safer going Brit.


LaRae

There are still workplaces that require hose? :eek:

I don't think she can get away with that either. Maybe for the reception she can have a Canadian designer, but that's even pushing it. If there was an expectation at Pippa's wedding for a British designer, there is no way she'll be able to get away with a non-British designer. And judging by the changes she's decided to make so far, I'm not sure it would even cross her mind.
 
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Yeah but she can't wear that at St Georges (or the Bisset style either).



LaRae
 
Yeah but she can't wear that at St Georges (or the Bisset style either).



LaRae

Yes, it will have to be modified to cover her shoulders. However, I do think it'll be simple and chic still.
 
There are still workplaces that require hose? :eek:

I don't think she can get away with that either. Maybe for the reception she can have a Canadian designer, but that's even pushing it. If there was an expectation at Pippa's wedding for a British designer, there is no way she'll be able to get away with a non-British designer. And judging by the changes she's decided to make so far, I'm not sure it would even cross her mind.

Yep usually banking and/or other professional office places. They still require them in their clothing policy if you wear a skirt/dress.

I think she could get away with an American (if she even wanted to) for her after the wedding for the party dress. But I am betting she's going to go all Brit after seeing the interview.


LaRae

I'm going to laugh if she comes down the aisle in a full lace A line...


LaRae
 
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Everything (online) I saw about the sans stocking was positive. Does anyone really care if a woman wears hose or not? My mother's era they didn't leave the house without hose on, even under slacks! Now..I hardly know anyone who wears them except in workplaces that require it.
LaRae

I’m always baffled when Americans make this comment. How in the world do you wear skirts and dresses with bare legs in Winter? Not to mention that wearing pumps on bare feet feels really uncomfortable and results in blisters for me.

I though it looked strange for Meghan to wear a thick coat and have bare legs, especially with Harry obviously being cold in his suit.
 
I’m always baffled when Americans make this comment. How in the world do you wear skirts and dresses with bare legs in Winter? Not to mention that wearing pumps on bare feet feels really uncomfortable and results in blisters for me.

I though it looked strange for Meghan to wear a thick coat and have bare legs, especially with Harry obviously being cold in his suit.

We brave it out. :lol: But honestly though, I've typically done boots or wear a long coat outside or sometimes just tough it out for the limited amount of time I'm outside. In most places, there isn't that much walking. You go from the house right into the car, and then car directly into office. And all in door places have heating. I did notice while I was in Europe that I was walking around a lot more. Maybe that's the difference? And yes, bare feet does result in some blisters at times, but you find comfortable shoes. Again, not walking around as much. In fact, I feel like fitting hose into shoes is kind of weird sometimes. The shoe also slips at times if you are wearing pumps.
 
Outside of major cities women aren't hiking blocks to work. We get in a car drive to work. Walk across a parking lot and go in a building. Hose are worn in professional settings still. That's about it.

Dress wearing is way down. It's much more accepted for women to wear slacks and suits with slacks etc in professional settings. I was in a Federal Court building recently and no one had on dresses not even the atty's or staff I saw.

About the only time I see dresses being worn it is for special events or Church.


LaRae

Back when I did have to wear dresses (law firm required professional business attire) to work I had a nice London Fog coat that went down to my calves. I wore that for years!


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Sometimes hoses are a good idea for modestly would require hose as Catherine has found out the hard way. Meghan is marrying into the BRF, so I would think that she would at times adapt to the way things are done for something like wearing hose for an event as we all have seen where the camera lens are pointed would reporters can't think of anything else to look at it seems.

Yes there are professional places that still require hose to be worn with dresses and skirt for modesty sake, I worked for decades in law and even clerks and paralegals of which I was one, we had to dress accordingly. It is no bother for me as that was just something that went with the job, I am sure Meghan will understand that and probably get the beautiful silk hose that are out there. You can hardly tell you have them on that are that nice. And they look so much nicer then bare legs and very sexy I might add.
 
Yes there are professional places that still require hose to be worn with dresses and skirt for modesty sake, I worked for decades in law and even clerks and paralegals of which I was one, we had to dress accordingly. It is no bother for me as that was just something that went with the job, I am sure Meghan will understand that and probably get the beautiful silk hose that are out there. You can hardly tell you have them on that are that nice. And they look so much nicer then bare legs and very sexy I might add.

I will say, I had someone ask me outside of a bank awhile back if I'm wearing hose, I was pretty shocked that she would assume I did. She ended up telling my I had very smooth legs for not having hose on (I guess her curiosity stems from seeing how sheer my hose would've been had I worn them?). I was so stunned at that, but I guess it might be that I grew up in a city, and it was going extinct for people my age. I do notice my peers wear less dresses than I do. But I just brush it off as me being lazy and not wanting to match things. I guess hoses are still somewhat worn at work?
 
I’m always baffled when Americans make this comment. How in the world do you wear skirts and dresses with bare legs in Winter? Not to mention that wearing pumps on bare feet feels really uncomfortable and results in blisters for me.

I though it looked strange for Meghan to wear a thick coat and have bare legs, especially with Harry obviously being cold in his suit.

Panty hose don't keep your legs warm. If you are wearing a dress in winter, your legs are going to freeze outside, with or without pantyhose on. I used to comment the people who planned Christmas parties, and require formal dress were men. As no woman in their right mind would enforce women having to wear pantyhose in the dead of winter. But indeed, heels without pantyhose is not comfortable at all.

Hose are about modesty, not about warmth in the winter.
 
Ah yes, I forgot about Americans going everywhere by car. I don’t own one, so it doesn’t occur to me.
Most people I know use public transport to go to work, it’s cheaper and better for the environment. Most employers will pay for your metro or bus card and large cities actually forbid cars in centers here.

And I have to say, wearing skirts is still seen as smart and put together by older women. Younger women seem to like showing of their good legs :lol:. So thankfully, hose aren’t going anywhere in my part of the world.

Panty hose don't keep your legs warm. If you are wearing a dress in winter, your legs are going to freeze outside, with or without pantyhose on. I used to comment the people who planned Christmas parties, and require formal dress were men. As no woman in their right mind would enforce women having to wear pantyhose in the dead of winter. But indeed, heels without pantyhose is not comfortable at all.

Hose are about modesty, not about warmth in the winter.

Depends what kind you wear, imo. There are thicker ones out there, as Scandinavian royals demonstrate regularly. Btw, I’m not talking about walking outside in -20C, but the normal weather they have in London now for example.

I for one like wearing them, as do seemingly all women I work with since we don’t have a dress code and no one is forcing them.

Anyway, off topic, so I’ll stop here.
 
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It’s hard to guess what she would like as we don’t know her style
I have only seen her in coats mainly going to yoga or shopping etc. I can’t remember what she wore to the wedding she and Harry went to
I hope she listens to any advise she’s given considering royal wedding dress ,length of train , can you curtsy in it etc etc
 
This may really be a suggestion from way out in left field in a galaxy far, far away but considering all the discussion lately about being Christian, wouldn't it be a big and wonderful thing for Meghan to actually ask her step sister, Samantha, to be a part of the bridal party. Wheelchair and all.

With the emphasis that the Royal Foundation has been putting on acceptance of differences, what better way than to show a prime example of how forgiveness and understanding and compassion really work in day to day life.

Told you it was off the wall and 99.5% sure it won't happen. :D
I doubt if it is going to happen since she has been very catty about Meghan, and I don't think that there's any need to include her in the bridal party.
 
Two times in your life that you can venture out, and usually do, from your usual box. Prom and your wedding. I am a total tomboy, but wore a total princess ball gown for my grad gown.

I honestly think vintage, even a downton abbey feel would work for her. A more streamline look with a vintage feel. She can have adornment, and even a bit of lace, without looking all frilly. I would love to see her do the opposite of Charlene, a tiara without a veil (instead of veil without tiara). It would suit the feel as well. Very that time period to have a fancy headdress.

Something along the lines of these, modest and streamline but with a great vintage twist. Maybe a different color. Some would be great without veil.

https://i.weddingomania.com/downton-abbey-inspired-wedding-gowns-by-eliza-jane-howell-9.jpg
http://cdn.decoweddings.com/wp-content/uploads/Eliza-Jane-Howell-Georgina-Gown.jpg
https://i.pinimg.com/originals/aa/9a/5e/aa9a5e8d874f236eb54fb072b1467cb3.jpg
https://i.pinimg.com/736x/e3/32/ec/e332ecc5ba88f284c141268468dcd325--wedding-stuff-wedding-ideas.jpg

Or someone mentioned Stella McCartney.

This even with a jeweled belt or something added for extra interest. Second photo is back
https://cdn-images.farfetch-contents.com/10/94/79/74/10947974_4501339_322.jpg
https://cdna.lystit.com/photos/9694...e-bridal-gown-product-0-068345059-normal.jpeg

Some colored options
https://ae01.alicdn.com/kf/HTB1Uox_...-Covered-Back-Wedding-Dresses.jpg_640x640.jpg
http://www.efutureshoppee.com/uploads/images/image/champagne-colored-wedding-dress-meaning.jpg
http://www.dhresource.com/albu_782187814_00-1.0x0/2014-blush-pink-mermaid-bridal-wedding-gowns.jpg

Depends what kind you wear, imo. There are thicker ones out there, as Scandinavian royals demonstrate regularly. Btw, I’m not talking about walking outside in -20C, but the normal weather they have in London now for example.

I for one like wearing them, as do seemingly all women I work with since we don’t have a dress code and no one is forcing them.

Anyway, off topic, so I’ll stop here.

Thicker? You mean tights. Oh...around here hose refers to the thin ones, which is what you would see women wearing especially to work, no matter the season. Tights are primarily worn by younger, often children, and not usually in a work situation. Certainly in a formal situation with a dress like she was wearing.
 
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It’s hard to guess what she would like as we don’t know her style
I have only seen her in coats mainly going to yoga or shopping etc. I can’t remember what she wore to the wedding she and Harry went to
I hope she listens to any advise she’s given considering royal wedding dress ,length of train , can you curtsy in it etc etc

We don't know what she wore to Pippa's reception. She wore Erdem to the Inskip wedding.
 
A couple nights ago, before the venue was announced, I went through the latest collections available at theknot.com and came up with a list of around 3 dozen potential dresses/inspiration. I let the list stew for a couple of days for a variety of reasons. Now, I know that many of these designers aren't Brit (some are), but these are the general directions in which I think 1) Meghan is likely to go and 2) could work well in St George's Chapel. There is a wide range here - and I have to say that some of my faves on this list are from Temperley (who is British and I'd be thrilled if Meghan went to her).

Obviously some show far more skin than would be appropriate for a royal wedding (or most weddings, IMO) but any good designer can take these inspirations and design something truly wonderful for Meghan.

Rebecca Ingram
https://apis.xogrp.com/media-api/images/58da26bc-ce49-4db8-9113-28538c11747b~rs_768.h

Christos
https://apis.xogrp.com/media-api/images/911d763b-c52d-4fa2-93d1-a861b120fe98~rs_768.h
https://apis.xogrp.com/media-api/images/6e06b53c-5588-4887-b1a7-4fe3f4b25961~rs_768.h

Nouvelle Amsale
https://apis.xogrp.com/media-api/images/80cf9b23-6b8c-4753-9873-7047d2125bc1~rs_768.h

Honor
https://apis.xogrp.com/media-api/images/114836f3-27eb-4635-942f-b421b0d574f9~rs_768.h

Rosa Clara
https://apis.xogrp.com/media-api/images/6003b785-6c90-4ac8-a5be-95203a171b44~rs_768.h
https://apis.xogrp.com/media-api/images/e769c614-3580-45f0-83d1-52dcd9b0901b~rs_768.h
https://apis.xogrp.com/media-api/images/070b49ab-5c3a-454d-a921-56a7450bc529~rs_768.h

Sareh Nouri
https://apis.xogrp.com/media-api/images/17c0fc32-2bfb-4480-bf05-fbbc0f96287d~rs_768.h

Leanne Marshall
https://apis.xogrp.com/media-api/images/eb236792-2240-4545-8dcc-004f3254c3fa~rs_768.h

Temperley
https://apis.xogrp.com/media-api/images/92a27bd4-8600-4d63-99e3-98c6d0f8d8e1~rs_768.h
https://apis.xogrp.com/media-api/images/a430e401-3243-42da-b4a2-9978b290c6f1~rs_768.h
https://apis.xogrp.com/media-api/images/116a2bae-44c2-49b4-b4fc-7f41e4b0ad32~rs_768.h

Michal Medina
https://apis.xogrp.com/media-api/images/b6628ef1-5b8b-439e-bb04-c7df0f24b068~rs_768.h
https://apis.xogrp.com/media-api/images/83dba2ec-f216-4995-9488-052747fc267f~rs_768.h
https://apis.xogrp.com/media-api/images/8670be1a-ffb8-4b22-bab8-b2f944d888c9~rs_768.h

Casablanca
https://apis.xogrp.com/media-api/images/51463c5c-d779-40e0-bcbc-5ece514ff747~rs_768.h

Laure de Sagazan
https://apis.xogrp.com/media-api/images/7534d3a8-7942-46c4-8bd5-c87876fb93a9~rs_768.h

Hayley Paige
https://apis.xogrp.com/media-api/images/3c9786fc-cd18-4c39-bae6-fd3eeca7a39f~rs_768.h

Ines de Santo
https://apis.xogrp.com/media-api/images/509f505f-ff59-44ac-af7b-e86b3c05e57c~rs_768.h

Alyne by Rivini
https://apis.xogrp.com/media-api/images/dd611e6f-9546-4bdf-9536-fc532b820439~rs_768.h

Naeem Khan
https://apis.xogrp.com/media-api/images/fa9f3da5-151f-4d97-a578-c4a3d14a80b4~rs_768.h
https://apis.xogrp.com/media-api/images/6b20d965-b809-4439-95dc-03064ff3f12b~rs_768.h

Kelly Faetanini
https://apis.xogrp.com/media-api/images/92893145-66d8-4775-b51d-9ad0fd34a0c5~rs_768.h

Sottero & Midgley
https://apis.xogrp.com/media-api/images/f9195671-35a2-42dd-b5a7-3b0c5367fea7~rs_768.h
 
Not just a matter of skin but specific skin. They aren't required to have sleeves, but they do need to have covered shoulders.

I don't see her going for the Bohemian look. Way to use lace or beading, without going to flowly and flower child. Someone posted a pic of Beatrice Borromeo's Armani gown, something like that would be perfect. Beatrice ran the gauntlet, from boho to Armani in her five dresses. If Meghan went with a similar style, IMO, she would learn far more towards the Armani.

A few British designers. I'd love her to choose a designer perhaps Kate hasn't worn, or not often. Showcase a different designer.

Suzanne Neville
http://www.suzanneneville.com/wp-co...alcollection2013_bydesignersuzanneneville.jpg
http://www.suzanneneville.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/SuzanneNeville-BridalGowns-Maiden.jpg
https://d1zpvjny0s6omk.cloudfront.net/media/cache/6a/f1/6af1bfedbfe35c140b1a8e446706bc2c.jpg
https://i.pinimg.com/736x/41/33/ee/...e--designer-wedding-dresses-bride-dresses.jpg
https://d1zpvjny0s6omk.cloudfront.net/media/cache/d0/9d/d09d89da70b01b5b23c018c3ed0a590f.jpg
http://www.suzanneneville.com/wp-co...ance_diamondcollection2013_suzanneneville.jpg

Vivian Westwood (okay she doesn't need exposure, but a nice Hollywood link for her)
https://i.pinimg.com/736x/98/4b/4b/...80155c34c--weeding-dresses-bridal-dresses.jpg
https://cdn.drexcode.com/media/cata...9de82fb58b1/d/r/drexcode_aprile_201611811.jpg
https://i.pinimg.com/736x/01/de/25/...rmaid-sweetheart-sweetheart-wedding-dress.jpg

Bruce Oldfield
https://media.brides.com/photos/580...uce-oldfield-kate-middleton-wedding-dress.jpg (one on right)
http://images.onefabday.com/2010/05/bruce-oldfield-wedding-dresses2.jpg (one on left)
http://cdni.condenast.co.uk/426x639/a_c/BruceOldfield_BRD_11Apr12_pr_b_426x639.jpg (Volume and color)
https://i.pinimg.com/736x/15/21/d2/...bc0ca3f68--princess-wedding-evening-gowns.jpg
https://wedding-pictures.onewed.com...g-dresses-ivory-lace-couture-details.full.jpg

Sophia Kokosalaki (Greek-British based designer)
https://i.pinimg.com/736x/7e/16/16/...--sheath-wedding-dresses-wedding-dresses-.jpg
https://i.pinimg.com/originals/5c/1d/0c/5c1d0caa578c4fdc8cf6197ad3ac4c06.jpg

Caroline Castigliano
http://www.carolinecastigliano.com/...aroline-Castigliano-Sayonara-wedding-gown.jpg
http://www.carolinecastigliano.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/MALAWI-1600x1068.jpg

Much simpler styles could be dressed up with accessories, like a jeweled belt or such.

Still would love to see a more vintage feel.
 
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I’m always baffled when Americans make this comment. How in the world do you wear skirts and dresses with bare legs in Winter? Not to mention that wearing pumps on bare feet feels really uncomfortable and results in blisters for me.

I though it looked strange for Meghan to wear a thick coat and have bare legs, especially with Harry obviously being cold in his suit.

What would have looked even more strange to me is if Meghan wore panty hose with those shoes. :lol: Not a good look and I think she knew that.
 
Ah yes, I forgot about Americans going everywhere by car. I don’t own one, so it doesn’t occur to me.
Most people I know use public transport to go to work, it’s cheaper and better for the environment. Most employers will pay for your metro or bus card and large cities actually forbid cars in centers here.

And I have to say, wearing skirts is still seen as smart and put together by older women. Younger women seem to like showing of their good legs :lol:. So thankfully, hose aren’t going anywhere in my part of the world.


Lots of difference in size of country. Public transport isn't even an option for many people.


LaRae

A couple nights ago, before the venue was announced, I went through the latest collections available at theknot.com and came up with a list of around 3 dozen potential dresses/inspiration. I let the list stew for a couple of days for a variety of reasons. Now, I know that many of these designers aren't Brit (some are), but these are the general directions in which I think 1) Meghan is likely to go and 2) could work well in St George's Chapel. There is a wide range here - and I have to say that some of my faves on this list are from Temperley (who is British and I'd be thrilled if Meghan went to her).

Obviously some show far more skin than would be appropriate for a royal wedding (or most weddings, IMO) but any good designer can take these inspirations and design something truly wonderful for Meghan....


I really like these two from your list:

https://apis.xogrp.com/media-api/images/f9195671-35a2-42dd-b5a7-3b0c5367fea7~rs_768.h

https://apis.xogrp.com/media-api/images/070b49ab-5c3a-454d-a921-56a7450bc529~rs_768.h
 
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What would have looked even more strange to me is if Meghan wore panty hose with those shoes. :lol: Not a good look and I think she knew that.

she was hardly going to have bare legs surely? I don't think they are attractive in winter, besides being cold..
 
Not just a matter of skin but specific skin. They aren't required to have sleeves, but they do need to have covered shoulders.

I don't see her going for the Bohemian look. Way to use lace or beading, without going to flowly and flower child. Someone posted a pic of Beatrice Borromeo's Armani gown, something like that would be perfect. Beatrice ran the gauntlet, from boho to Armani in her five dresses. If Meghan went with a similar style, IMO, she would learn far more towards the Armani.

A few British designers. I'd love her to choose a designer perhaps Kate hasn't worn, or not often. Showcase a different designer.

Much simpler styles could be dressed up with accessories, like a jeweled belt or such.

Still would love to see a more vintage feel.


I like these from your list:

http://cdni.condenast.co.uk/426x639/a_c/BruceOldfield_BRD_11Apr12_pr_b_426x639.jpg
https://i.pinimg.com/736x/15/21/d2/...bc0ca3f68--princess-wedding-evening-gowns.jpg
http://www.suzanneneville.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/SuzanneNeville-BridalGowns-Maiden.jpg
http://www.suzanneneville.com/wp-co...alcollection2013_bydesignersuzanneneville.jpg

she was hardly going to have bare legs surely? I don't think they are attractive in winter, besides being cold..

Well she did have bare legs on Monday....



LaRae
 
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did she? I'm afraid that although I tried to watch it all, I just wasn't very taken with the interview and only listened to ab it of it. I cant' remember what she wore at all.
It is quite cold by now, so I'm surprised she didn't wear any stockings, besides whicih I tink that in winter it doesn't look very good...
 
Meghan is featured on the cover of Elle French. I’ve never seen this photo before, but I’m assuming it’s an outtake from a previous photo shoot. Anyways, I like the hair, makeup, and earring combination here. Obviously, her makeup on the wedding day won’t be as heavy on the eye makeup, but I do hope to see a look like this for hair and similar sized earrings. I think she pulls it off very well.

 
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