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Hollywood Royalty's Priciest Wedding Gowns
17 May
Summary
- Grace Kelly's gown cost over $623,000 adjusted for inflation.
- Audrey Hepburn chose understated elegance for her weddings.
- Elizabeth Taylor's first gown sold for $188,000 at auction.
Hollywood legends Grace Kelly, Audrey Hepburn, and Elizabeth Taylor have influenced generations with their iconic wedding gowns. Kelly's 1956 marriage to Prince Rainier featured two Helen Rose-designed gowns, the most elaborate costing over $623,000 when adjusted for inflation, solidifying it as the priciest among the three.
Audrey Hepburn's wedding style contrasted sharply, emphasizing understated elegance. For her 1954 union with Mel Ferrer, she wore a tea-length Pierre Balmain creation, while her 1969 marriage to Andrea Dotti saw her in a blush pink Givenchy minidress. The costs of Hepburn's dresses are not publicly known.
Elizabeth Taylor's eight marriages showcased a wide array of bridal fashion. Her 1950 ivory satin gown, also by Helen Rose, sold for $188,000 at auction. Taylor's subsequent gowns ranged from a wedding suit to dramatic silks and finally a Valentino lace creation for her 1991 wedding.
