Anya Taylor-Joys non-traditional wedding dress was a Dior masterpiece

Publish date: 2024-08-18

The Queen's Gambit actress shared never-before-seen photos from her secret wedding to Malcolm McRae two years ago

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Anya Taylor-Joy has revealed that she secretly married her partner Malcolm McRae on April Fool's Day 2022 in New Orleans.

The star had us all , as fans were led to believe she wed in a lavish Italian ceremony in October 2023 after she stepped onto a balcony wearing her wedding gown and a veil. But it appears that this was a later celebration with friends, including Julia Garner, Cara Delevingne and Keleigh Teller - any excuse to re-wear such an exquisite dress is good enough for us...

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The actress is recognised for her off-beat, distinctive style that goes against typical fashion agendas, from her pink leather mini to her sculpted Del Core dress, therefore it was unsurprising that she opted for an ultra-chic yet completely non-traditional wedding dress for her big day.

star wore an ethereal beige Dior gown with whimsical, metallic embroidery, a fitted bodice with an a-line skirt and woodland motifs including a statement hummingbird on her chest. 

“Hummingbirds are symbols of wisdom, joy, and good luck. These special birds are revered in the indigenous cultures of the Americas,” according to thespruce.com, “They are gifts from nature that remind us to receive sweetness from the world. In feng shui, we can bring in such auspicious symbols into our spaces to uplift the energy around us."

READ: How to find your personal wedding dress style according to Galia Lahav’s Sharon Sever

Anya - who has been a Dior ambassador since 2021 - paired her stunning custom gown with a whimsical, floor-length veil that shrouded her sleek bun hairdo.

She captioned her revelatory post: "Two years ago, on April Fools, I secretly married my best friend in New Orleans. The magic of that day is ingrained in every cell of my being, forever. Happy second ( first ) anniversary my love…you’re the coolest [heart emoji]."

Despite Anya and non-traditional dressing going hand-in-hand,  contemporary wedding gowns are actually becoming all the more popular: “I think unconventional wedding looks are becoming more popular like two pieces and vintage gowns, but also sleek, minimal designs that speak for themselves,” Sharon Sever, head designer of couture house Galia Lahav told Hello! Fashion last year.

“The new generations of brides want to be different - they want to start new trends and stand out. And let’s not forget colour - more and more brides are daring to not stick to a traditional white gown. Whether it’s prints, veils or the entire gown - colour is definitely something to look out for.”

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