Southern Style

The long-sleeve, silk organza gown featured a fitted v-neck bodice and pleated, full skirt. Norman Hartwell, who designed her sister’s dress more than a decade earlier, created the look. #southernfashion #vintageweddingdresses #iconicweddingdresses #vintagesouthernstyle #southernliving

Franklin wore an ankle-length white dress to marry actor Glynn Turman at her father’s New Bethel Baptist Church in Detroit, Michigan. The soul singer completed her wedding day ensemble with a brocade robe trimmed in fur and ending in a train that followed her up the aisle. #southernfashion #vintageweddingdresses #iconicweddingdresses #vintagesouthernstyle #southernliving

South Carolina native Eartha Kitt wore a custom chiffon dress trimmed in satin for her at-home wedding to real estate developer Bill McDonald. She finished her wedding day ensemble with a 5-strand pearl necklace, along with coordinating satin hat, shoes, and handbag. #southernfashion #vintageweddingdresses #iconicweddingdresses #vintagesouthernstyle #southernliving

Deviled eggs and potato salad combine to create an out-of-this-world appetizer. Make them a day before the party and chill until you’re ready to serve. #southernfashion #vintageweddingdresses #iconicweddingdresses #vintagesouthernstyle #southernliving

The sleeves, the train, the tiara—who could forget this iconic look? The dress was comprised of ivory silk taffeta and antique lace. Diana’s gown was kept under such tight wraps that a back-up dress was constructed on the off chance that the details of this dress were leaked before the big day. #southernfashion #vintageweddingdresses #iconicweddingdresses #vintagesouthernstyle #southernliving

Actress Nancy Kwan married Austrian ski instructor Peter Pock at the Paddington Registry Office in London. For the simple ceremony, Kwan chose a lace and shantung silk dress with a matching bolero jacket and statement headband. #southernfashion #vintageweddingdresses #iconicweddingdresses #vintagesouthernstyle #southernliving

Take a look through these stunning gowns through the years and share with us your favorite. Did we leave someone off the list? Let us know! #southernfashion #vintageweddingdresses #iconicweddingdresses #vintagesouthernstyle #southernliving

South Carolina native Eartha Kitt wore a custom chiffon dress trimmed in satin for her at-home wedding to real estate developer Bill McDonald. She finished her wedding day ensemble with a 5-strand pearl necklace, along with coordinating satin hat, shoes, and handbag. #southernfashion #vintageweddingdresses #iconicweddingdresses #vintagesouthernstyle #southernliving

If there was any question what decade the Presleys said “I do,” one only needs to take a look at Priscilla’s dress—and hair—to find out. The organza gown with beaded sleeves had a flowy silhouette that was a popular style at the time. #southernfashion #vintageweddingdresses #iconicweddingdresses #vintagesouthernstyle #southernliving

Shelby’s off-the-shoulder number featured satin beads up the back and a large taffeta bow. A few years later, Julia Roberts would wear a slightly similar look (with fewer florettes) for her role in Runaway Bride. #southernfashion #vintageweddingdresses #iconicweddingdresses #vintagesouthernstyle #southernliving

Ten days before her wedding to JFK, Jackie’s dress was destroyed in a flood in designer Anne Lowe’s studio. Lowe ended up pulling together the new gown, complete with a bouffant skirt and portrait neckline, just in time for what would go down as one of history’s most iconic weddings. #southernfashion #vintageweddingdresses #iconicweddingdresses #vintagesouthernstyle #southernliving

Carter chose a short dress in light blue lace with bell sleeves for her wedding to crooner Johnny Cash. Low satin heels and a flower headpiece completed the ensemble. #southernfashion #vintageweddingdresses #iconicweddingdresses #vintagesouthernstyle #southernliving

Less than three months before her November wedding, Queen Elizabeth approved a design from Britain couturier Norman Hartnell. The gown was constructed with duchesse silk satin, white seed pearls, silver thread, intricate appliques, and a silk tulle veil. #southernfashion #vintageweddingdresses #iconicweddingdresses #vintagesouthernstyle #southernliving

The Missouri-born entertainer married French composer Jo Bouillon at Château des Milandes, her home in Southwestern France. Baker wore a belted square-neck sheath dress, but her feathered hat and braided updo stole the show. #southernfashion #vintageweddingdresses #iconicweddingdresses #vintagesouthernstyle #southernliving

The wedding gown that’s widely considered the most famous of all time was a confection of silk, taffeta, tulle, and Belgian lace. It took three petticoats (embroidered with little “something blue” bows) to support the bell-shaped skirt. #southernfashion #vintageweddingdresses #iconicweddingdresses #vintagesouthernstyle #southernliving

Pierre Balmain designed Hepburn’s tea-length dress. It featured a high neck and satin sash and was paired with elbow-length gloves. A flower crown gave an ethereal touch to her wedding day style. #southernfashion #vintageweddingdresses #iconicweddingdresses #vintagesouthernstyle #southernliving