Inspired by Princess Grace

Princess Grace Kelly.

Think timeless, bridal design. Think fashion legacy. Think Grace Kelly. 

Often described as the most celebrated dress of the 20th century, Grace Kelly’s royal wedding gown is an inspiration for classic bridal fashion worldwide. The lace vintage gown was designed by academy award-winning costume designer, Helen Rose and is the epitome of classic bridal style. 

From Kate Middleton to Naomi Biden, modern-day versions of this dress have walked the aisle of the grandest 21st-century weddings. With adaptations coming from the House of McQueen and Ralph Lauren, it’s no wonder this gown’s legacy constantly reaches new generations. 

Kate Middleton in McQueen.
Naomi Biden in Ralph Lauren.

Joyce Young took great inspiration from Princess Grace’s classic bridal style and modelled her very first wedding dress on the royal gown. See our bride Caroline’s image below.

In true testament to its timeless quality, this dress was recently adapted for our bride, Helen. See Helen’s couture gown below. 

Whilst these images are decades apart, this classic design will never date thanks to timeless design and the legacy of Princess Grace

Caroline in Joyce Young's first wedding dress design.
A recent Joyce Young bride, Helen.

This influence on Joyce Young’s design aesthetic can also be highlighted in her fabric choice and elegantly formed silhouettes. 

Take our Tiffany gown for example, a modern twist on a classic shape. The subtle similarities of the full skirt and handmade lace bodice can be seen as a nod to Princess Grace’s dress.

Joyce Young bride in couture Tiffany gown.
Joyce Young bride in Lake Como, Italy.

To find out more on the legacy created by Grace Kelly’s wedding dress and its effect on modern bridal design, watch Joyce Young’s guest feature on the Alan Titchmarsh Show. 

If you were lucky to catch our latest designs on the runway of the Scottish Wedding Show then you may have noticed our brand new wedding gown which celebrates the pearl anniversary and design history of Joyce Young Collections.

This show-stopping gown brought new life to a traditional design. Keep your eyes peeled as we will soon be sharing the design process behind this timeless wedding dress.

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To become a Joyce Young bride, book an appointment online to visit our Glasgow or London store today. 

Click here to view our Couture Brides Wedding Dress collection.

Click here to view our Studio Brides Wedding Dress collection.

Click here to view our Couture Mother of the bride or groom collection.

Click here to shop our Signature Mother of the bride or groom outfits.

See more from our ‘Real Life Weddings’ gallery here.

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