Stella McCartney launches bridal following royal wedding

After designing a bridal gown for a royal wedding, Stella McCartney
has decided to launch a full collection of bridal. Meghan Markle
debuted the British designer’s first foray into bridal design in her
second look at her wedding in May, and the simple yet stunning ivory
silk crepe, high-necked and open-backed gown was well received by
critics and spectators alike.

Stella McCartney has now unveiled her first bridal collection,
which she calls “Made With Love.” While the new Duchess of Sussex had
provided a lot of widespread marketing hype to McCartney’s bridal
design, the McCartney wants it to be clear that her bridal collection
is “not just for one type of bride.” She told Vogue, “It was important
to me to embody the core values of our house, so the collection has
elements of sustainability as well. It truly reflects different ages,
and I think so many different women come to us, so I really wanted to
reflect that in the bridal offering. It is not just for one type of
bride; it is truly made with love.”

True to McCartney’s sustainable motives, the pieces in “Made With
Love” are mainly made from viscose, a traceable fabric sourced from
certified forests in Sweden, along with lace and chiffon.

The collection is comprised of 17 pieces, including a feminine
tuxedo, a jumpsuit, and gown options with both long sleeves and
sleeveless designs. Each versatile style allows a level of personality
for today’s modern bride. And there’s an added bonus for fans of
Meghan Markle’s wedding dress: McCartney’s offering includes a style
almost identical to Markle’s dress.

Photos: Stella McCartney website