Infamous Brides

While recently researching our Legendary Brides article, we came across a number of shockers in the process and quickly decided to start a whole new catergory – Infamous Brides. Here are some of our ultimate Infamous Brides; some shockers, some tragic, sinful and some down right silly…

Celine Dion has never been known for her dress sense (remember that backwards tuxedo). You may be thinking this wedding looks like it was in the 80’s – unfortunately that’s no excuse – because it was 1994 that Celine married Rene Angelil.   Despite the number of egg whites used in this meringue – she really did prove that “my love will go on”, still happily married to her hubby to this day.

Our next favourite is from the Sex and the City 2 film. Technically Steadman isn’t a bride but he did wear white.  The wedding itself was Infamous because talk about O.T.T!! This was one hell of an extravaganza, and as usual Carrie looked amazing. We also loved this union because we couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate than having LIZA MINELLI perform at your wedding!!!  So jealous!!!

How can we talk about infamous brides without mentioning Pamela Anderson’s shocking wedding bikini – she really is a traditionalist, going for white that is. Though the lack of fabric is daunting, everyone has their own style, so go for it girl!  There is a silver lining here and it reminds us to say to all brides – be comfortable in your outfit and if it’s ‘you’ you’ll have a great day.

Ok so we might be a little obsessed with Liza, but who can blame us!  Liza has always been ground breaking and now she’s even trying to bring ‘in’ marrying your very own gay man.  It could be very useful getting dressed in the mornings…  Not to mention VIP guest list, including some of our favorites Elizabeth and Michael.

Britney Spears may be known for her longevity in the music industry, unfortunately her marriages haven’t lasted as well.  How can we forget her hit song “Oops I accidentally married my friend in Vegas” and No#1 best seller  “Oops I did it again”…featuring Kevin Federline.  At least her second marriage lasted longer than her first (2 hours) maybe it’s third time lucky for Britney??

Speaking of multiple weddings, the bride of all brides – Elizabeth Taylor (previously know as Hilton/Wilding/Todd/Fisher/Burton/Warner/Fortensky) tops the list with 8 walks down the aisle. Maybe Liz just wanted an excuse to visit bridal boutiques or to buy more jewellery (she is a avid jewellery collector, she collected husbands to). Who can blame her she did always make a gorgeous bride! (Also check out Liz in our “Legendary Brides” blog).

Last but not least we have our tragic Infamous Bride, Katie Price (also known as Jordan). After meeting Aussie Peter Andre on reality tv show “I’m a celebrity get me out of here”, she decided to forget the exit door and ran down the aisle instead!  Peter was hardly singing “Mysterious Girl” when they met, as her outfits left nothing to the imagination and neither did her ambition to imitate the world’s largest toilet roll holder.  We’re thinking Jordan’s next big venture could be as a wedding stylist on “My big fat gypsy wedding”.  Stay tuned…

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Mathieu Salem

About Mathieu Salem

Mathieu Salem, Couturier & Stylist Mathieu was born into a family with history in Australian fashion and the arts. It was this nurturing base that led to his study of Fine Arts and Fashion in Australia and London. “Designing has been a lifelong passion of mine, beginning when I was a young boy, sitting watching my Mother and Aunts taking lengths of fabric and creating beautiful garments.” Since leaving studies in 1986, he has worked in all facets of the Fashion Industry. From actual clothing design and production, to overseeing the design and launch of retail outlets, his career has taken him around the world. In this time he has gained a wealth of experience in the old school techniques of draping, cutting, fit and fabric embellishment. His classic designs have seen his Australian client base extend in recent years to Europe and the Middle East, winning multiple Awards for Bridal, Evening, Race and Day wear along the way. “I believe Couture to be an art form… an expression of creativity that fires the emotions along the way from sketch to the finished garment. Whether one wants dramatic architectural forms that skim the body, lavish excesses of silk skirts or intricate hand detailing, it’s the excitement that only a couture garment can bring the wearer, that drives and satisfies me.” “I have always loved design, but the greatest pleasure it brings into my world, is that of the smile reflected in the mirror, when a client sees ‘her’ vision become a reality.” In 2006 Mathieu Salem opened his studio at 388 High Street, Prahran Victoria.

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