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V&A; wedding dress exhibition in pictures

Kate Moss's dress and more incredible bridal gowns

By Patricia Campbell and NonePublished: 24 April 2014

<p>A stunning pale grey slashed chiffon wedding-dress, designed by Gareth Pugh is worn with a striking veil by milliner, Stephen Jones, 2011.</p>
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We'll never tire of looking at fantasy wedding gowns and the V&A;'s new bridal exhibition has them in spades. From Mossy's incredible Galliano gown, to Gwen Stefani's unforgettable dip-dyed number, Wedding Dresses 1775-2014 traces the fashionable evolution of the white wedding dress, via couturiers and designers spanning two centuries. The show runs from 3rd May to 15th March 2015 at the V&A; Museum, London. Here's what to look out for...

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Fantasy gown

<p>A stunning pale grey slashed chiffon wedding-dress, designed by Gareth Pugh is worn with a striking veil by milliner, Stephen Jones, 2011.</p>
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A stunning pale grey slashed chiffon wedding-dress, designed by Gareth Pugh is worn with a striking veil by milliner, Stephen Jones, 2011.

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2

Lace tiara

<p>Antique lace tiara by Philip Tracey, London, 2008.</p>
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Antique lace tiara by Philip Tracey, London, 2008.

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Kate, the bride

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Kate Moss wore a custom-made fairytale wedding gown by longtime friend John Galliano.

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4

Kate, the bride

<p>The ethereal feel of the gown and vintage-inspired full length veil were the perfect match for Kate's countryside nuptials in the Cotswolds.</p>
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The ethereal feel of the gown and vintage-inspired full length veil were the perfect match for Kate's countryside nuptials in the Cotswolds.

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5

Gwen Stefani's wedding dress

<p>Always one to push the boundaries when it comes to fashion, Gwen Stefani said 'I do' in this dramatic dip-dye blush wedding gown by John Galliano for Christian Dior.</p>
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Always one to push the boundaries when it comes to fashion, Gwen Stefani said 'I do' in this dramatic dip-dye blush wedding gown by John Galliano for Christian Dior.

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Hollywood glamour

<p>1930s-style gowns are popular with vintage brides. This creamy silk-satin dress dates back to 1934 and features a dramatic train.</p>
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1930s-style gowns are popular with vintage brides. This creamy silk-satin dress dates back to 1934 and features a dramatic train.

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Heirloom elegance

<p>This embroidered silk-satin wedding dress by Norman Hartnell is accessorised with a dramatic full length veil.</p>
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This embroidered silk-satin wedding dress by Norman Hartnell is accessorised with a dramatic full length veil.

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8

Pam Hogg wedding dress

<p>Who can forget this dramatic wedding gown by Pam Hogg, which was worn by model Mary Chateris on her wedding day?</p>
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Who can forget this dramatic wedding gown by Pam Hogg, which was worn by model Mary Chateris on her wedding day?

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Temperley wedding gown

<p>British designer Alice Temperley is loved by celebrities. Millie Mackintosh wore one of her gowns for her wedding to Professor Green in September 2013.</p>
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British designer Alice Temperley is loved by celebrities. Millie Mackintosh wore one of her gowns for her wedding to Professor Green in September 2013.

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Honitan lace

<p>Hours of intricate workmanship were involved in the creation of this delicate Honiton lace veil.</p>
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Hours of intricate workmanship were involved in the creation of this delicate Honiton lace veil.

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Jenny Packham spring/summer 2014

<p>Jenny Packham is very hot on the bridal circuit right now. Her vintage-inspired gowns are also a hit on the red carpet - the Duchess of Cambridge is a huge fan.</p>
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Jenny Packham is very hot on the bridal circuit right now. Her vintage-inspired gowns are also a hit on the red carpet - the Duchess of Cambridge is a huge fan.

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