The daring celeb wedding dresses that worked – and the ones that were a miss: Celebrity stylist reveals how to be bold and still look chic at your wedding – after Susan Sarandon’s daughter Eva Amurri’s low-cut gown ‘scandalised’ critics
Most brides opt for a classic long white or ivory wedding dress during their romantic nuptials, however some celebrities tend to push the fashion boundaries and shock fans with daring looks.
But on Monday Susan Sarandon’s daughter Eva Amurri hit back at critics who were left ‘scandalised’ by her low-cut wedding dress.
The 39-year-old actress and lifestyle blogger took to Instagram to share several images from her wedding to chef Ian Hock, which took place on Saturday, describing her nuptials as ‘the most special day filled with so much love’.
However, at the same time, the mother-of-three hit out at critics of her bustier-style Kim Kassas wedding gown – taking aim at those who said her breasts should have been ‘put away’.
Sharing a photo of herself and Hock, she wrote, ‘And to anyone scandalized by my breasts not being “put away”…’ before adding a close up shot of her cleavage with the caption, ‘feel free to screenshot this for later’ along with a kiss emoji.
Susan Sarandon’s daughter Eva Amurri, 39, clapped back at critics who were ‘scandalised’ by her wedding dress in a new Instagram post on Monday
She jokingly shared a zoomed-in shot of her cleavage and urged any critics to ‘screenshot this for later’, before adding a kiss emoji
In 2016, Eva’s mother Susan Sarandon faced very similar backlash for baring her cleavage in a low-cut blazer and bra while presenting the in memoriam segment at the SAG Awards
Amurri purchased the corseted design at Bridal Reflections in New York City, and told People of her gown, ‘I wanted to feel sexy but elegant, and I think the dress strikes the perfect balance.’
‘I love how it has a vintage feel and is ultra feminine without being overly pouffy,’ she added. Following the ceremony, she changed into a second look of the night: a minidress, also designed by Kim Kassas, and featuring a feather trim and lace.
Celebrity stylist Rochelle White told FEMAIL: ‘When it comes to wedding dresses some celebrities do it well,’ noting Kourtney Kardashian’s Dolce & Gabbana satin corset mini frock ‘that suited the look she was going for’.
She added: ‘Gwen Stefani also rocked a more rock n roll look when it came to her wedding dress and style. She looked classy but also had her signature rock n roll style.
‘Some looks that weren’t so on trendy or fashion led was the bikini look that Pamela Anderson rocked.’
Here, Rochelle gives her verdict on which daring celeb wedding dresses were successes or fails…
SUCCESS
Kourtney Kardashian turned heads in her sizzling Dolce & Gabbana satin corset mini wedding dress as she tied the knot to Travis Barker in Portofino, Italy, in May 2022. Rochelle said Kourtney’s dress ‘suited the look she was going for’
Gwen Stefani’s mini strapless dress which she accessorised with white fishnet tights and white boots. She married Blake Shelton in 2021. The singer ‘looked classy but also had her signature rock n roll style,’ said Rochelle
Kaley Cuoco’s lace jumpsuit by Tadashi Shoji made for the perfect dance-friendly outfit on her wedding day. Rochelle said Kaley was ‘fashion forward’ with her outfit
Jane Fonda married Director Roger Vadim in 1965 and the Hollywood legend donned a thigh skimming white dress with racy knee high leather boots. Rochelle said Jane won in the style stakes with her ‘simple’ approach
Lady Mary Charteris, who is the daughter of Scottish peer James Charteris, the 13th Earl of Wemyss and 9th Earl of March, married her singer husband Robbie Furze in 2012. She famously wore a daring see-through cut out gown designed by Pam Hogg to her wedding
Yoko Ono and John Lennon were married in Gibraltar in 1969. Ono’s wedding outfit was the definition of 60s style, she wore a textured mini-dress, knee high socks, and a white felt hat. Rochelle explains how this look was very ‘fashion led’
In 1998 Cindy Crawford married Rande Gerber barefoot on the beach. The supermodel didn’t go for the traditional gown and instead looked flawless in a simple John Galliano slip dress. Rochelle said this dress was ‘very fitting’ for the beach wedding
FAIL
Susan Sarandon’s daughter Eva Amurri, 39, hit back at critics who were ‘scandalised’ by her wedding dress in a new Instagram post on Monday. However, Rochelle warned the dress wouldn’t be to everyone’s tastes
Katie Price married Peter Andre in lavish 2005 wedding which saw her float down the aisle in an enormous candy floss pink princess-style gown after arriving in a Cinderella-style carriage. Rochelle explained that Katie’s ensemble was ‘a lot’
Michael Bublé married Luisana Lopilato in 2011 and the Argentine TV star’s gown was somewhat unconventional as she donned a dramatic tiered skirt and fitted corset bodice with a plunging neckline by designer Sylvie Burstin. Rochelle said: ‘The tiered skirt didn’t look great and the materials didn’t really match’
Pamela Anderson married Kid Rock wearing only a white string bikini and a sailer’s hat. However it looks like they weren’t taking the marriage too seriously anyway as it only lasted six months. ‘Some looks that weren’t so on trendy or fashion led was the bikini look that Pamela Anderson rocked,’ said Rochelle
Rita Wilson and Tom Hanks tied the knot back in 1988 and the Hollywood star donned a satin mini dress with ruffles along the bottom and tulle wrapped across the top. Rochelle admitted she wasn’t a fan of this look – despite it fitting in at the time
TV presenter Cilla Black donned a bright red mini dress and white tights for her wedding to Bobby Willis at Marylebone register office in January 1969. Rochelle suggested this dress, despite being of its time, was a fail
