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The wedding of Bella Swan and Edward Cullen in the film 'The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1' sparked huge excitement among fans of the book series, especially regarding Bella's wedding dress. The dress was designed by Carolina Herrera and was described as a vintage yet modern silk gown with lace details and long sleeves. It was so popular that Herrera began selling handmade replicas for $35,000 each. Fans could also purchase the bridal shoes, a veil, and a hair comb to complete the look.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Designer | Carolina Herrera |
| Film | The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1 |
| Worn by | Kristen Stewart |
| Character | Bella Swan |
| Shoes | White satin heels by Manolo Blahnik |
| Accessories | Long veil, bejeweled hair comb |
| Gown type | Vintage-yet-modern, silk, lace inset |
| Gown features | Long sleeves, button detail, cut-out back |
| Gown price | $35,000 |
| Shoe price | $1,295 |
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What You'll Learn
The designer of Bella Swan's wedding dress
Herrera drew inspiration from Meyer's description of the gown in the book, adding her own design elements and taking into consideration the personality and style of the bride. The result was a vintage-yet-modern silk gown, featuring a lace inset, long sleeves, button details, and a cut-out back. The dress was so popular that Herrera started making more by hand and selling them for $35,000 each.
An official replica of the dress, known as Bella's Bridal Gown (Style #8400), was released by Alfred Angelo in collaboration with Summit Entertainment. It was available in white or ivory and in sizes 0 to 30WW. The replica could be purchased for $799 from Alfred Angelo stores and select bridal salons. However, it appears that the official replica has since been discontinued.
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The shoes Bella Swan wore with her wedding dress
In the Twilight movie, Bella Swan, played by Kristen Stewart, wore a wedding dress designed by Carolina Herrera. The highly anticipated dress was slowly revealed as Bella walked down the aisle to marry Edward Cullen (played by Robert Pattinson). The vintage-inspired silk gown featured French Chantilly lace, crepe satin, and 152 covered buttons along the back.
To complete the bridal look, Bella wore white satin heels designed by Manolo Blahnik. The shoes had 4-inch (or 4 1/2-inch) heels and were adorned with crystal embellishments. The crystal-covered vine design on the side of the shoes added a unique touch. The shoes were originally created for the movie, but due to popular demand, Manolo Blahnik released the design a year earlier than planned, priced at $1,295.
Following the release of the movie, fans clamored for Bella's shoes, and they could purchase the Manolo Blahnik design in white or other colors. The shoes were described as exquisite, and they paired perfectly with Bella's wedding dress, hair comb, veil, and other accessories.
The popularity of Bella Swan's wedding look inspired many couples to recreate it for their own big day. The dress, designed by Carolina Herrera, became so sought-after that the designer started making and selling more gowns by hand, priced at $35,000 each.
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The veil Bella Swan wore with her wedding dress
In the Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1, Bella Swan, played by Kristen Stewart, wore a simple, single-tiered veil with her wedding dress. The veil, along with white satin heels and a bejewelled hair comb, completed Bella's bridal look.
The veil was so popular that it inspired Wedding Shoppe, Inc. to create similar veils for brides-to-be. The company also offered a replica of Bella Swan's wedding dress, designed by Alfred Angelo, though it has since been discontinued.
In the film, Bella also wears a bloodstained veil in a nightmare about her upcoming wedding.
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The hair comb Bella Swan wore with her wedding dress
In the film *The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1*, Bella Swan, played by Kristen Stewart, wore a bejewelled hair comb to accompany her wedding dress. The hair comb was silver-toned with sapphires, added by her parents, Charlie and Renée, to give her "something blue". The hair comb was originally owned by Grandma Swan, and was passed down to Bella to wear on her wedding day.
The hair comb was part of a bridal look that included a long veil, white satin heels, and an engagement ring from Edward Cullen, played by Robert Pattinson. The shoes were Manolo Blahnik white satin bridal shoes, which were over four inches high and decorated with crystal embellishments. The bridal look was completed by a dreamy silk gown, designed by Carolina Herrera.
The hair comb was an important part of the wedding ensemble, with many fans of the film seeking to recreate the look for their own weddings. Wedding Shoppe, Inc. released a replica of the hair comb, along with a replica of the wedding dress, designed by Alfred Angelo.
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The book description of Bella Swan's wedding dress
In the book, Bella Swan describes her wedding dress as a "long skirt and a high-necked lace blouse". She also mentions that the dress had 152 covered buttons down the back, with an additional 17 buttons on each sleeve. The description also mentions a subtle V-neckline, an illusion lace applique, and a train.
The book's description of the gown inspired Carolina Herrera's design for the movie. However, Herrera added her own touch and also considered the personality and style of the bride, played by actress Kristen Stewart. The final design was a vintage-yet-modern silk gown, featuring a cut-out back with lace embellishments and long sleeves with button details. The dress also had a subtle V-neckline and a train, staying true to the book's description.
The highly anticipated wedding dress, along with the venue, music, and guest list, created a lot of buzz ahead of the film's release. The gown became so popular that Herrera started making and selling more by hand for $35,000 each.
The shoes that completed Bella's bridal look were white satin heels with crystal embellishments. Designed by Manolo Blahnik, the heels were over four inches high. The shoes were so popular that Blahnik released the design a year earlier than planned, priced at $1,295.
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Frequently asked questions
The dress was designed by Carolina Herrera.
The dress was made of silk with lace detail and long sleeves. It had a cut-out back with lace embellishments and a tapered A-line skirt. It was described as "super-gorgeous" and "magnificently unique."
An official replica of the dress was sold by Alfred Angelo, but it has been discontinued. However, there are still some similar options available from other designers.
