Review Kourtney Kardashian Wedding Dress Design Inspiration

When I recently reminisced about the most iconic celebrity weddings, Kourtney Kardashian enchanting ceremony in Portofino, Italy immediately came to mind. The wedding, which took place...

When I recently reminisced about the most iconic celebrity weddings, Kourtney Kardashian enchanting ceremony in Portofino, Italy immediately came to mind. The wedding, which took place on May 22, 2022, was not only a celebration of love, but also a fashion extravaganza, highlighted by Kourtney stunning wedding dress.

In this post, I'll take you through the intricate details of her dress, the inspiration for its design and the creative minds behind it.

Dreamy Portofino Wedding

When Kourtney found out that the wedding was going to be in Portofino, Italy, Kourtney wanted the dress and the ambiance of the wedding to reflect the feeling of "sneaking off to Italy to get married". The romance and flavor of the location also influenced Kourtney's design direction for the dress!

In the picturesque setting of Portofino, Italy, Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker exchanged their vows for the third time in a ceremony set in a romantic movie. I was able to enjoy this wedding once again through a documentary.

The design and making of the wedding dress and veil

Kourtney's wedding dress was first inspired by her and Travis watching Guns N' Roses' "November Rain" music video, specifically the short wedding dress in the video. She was also influenced by the 1990s Monica Bellucci ad campaign for Blumarine, photographed by Helmut Newton.

Wedding dress design
The wedding dress was custom made by Dolce & Gabbana Alta Moda and featured a white silk lace and satin material for the corset mini dress. The design incorporates elements of classic Italian lingerie with a touch of the "la Dolce Vita" era.

Special design of the veil
The veil is wide and long, made of tulle and decorated with floral lace inspired by the flowers of the Portofino gardens. The veil was hand-embroidered with a large image of the Virgin Mary, with the words "family loyalty respect" underneath, details that came directly from Travis' head tattoo.

The veil was embroidered using a hand cross stitch technique that not only replicated Travis's tattoo, but also symbolized their alliance, respect, and shared devotion. The entire process of creating the wedding dress and veil demonstrated the fine craftsmanship and extreme attention to detail that goes into couture clothing.

Collaboration with the designer
Every detail of the dress was designed by Dolce & Gabbana designers Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana, ensuring that every detail was carefully considered, and Kourtney was able to witness the designers at work during the final fittings in Milan, making it one of her most memorable experiences.

How much her wedding dress cost

Kourtney Kardashian's wedding dress was customized by Dolce & Gabbana Alta Moda, and despite the haute couture and fine craftsmanship, the price of the dress was $1,825 at the time, or about £1,459 at today's exchange rate.

This price point can be considered relatively affordable for haute couture, especially considering its unique design and personalized details, but the focus is still on her exclusive veil.

A wedding to remember

Of course, Kourtney Kardashian's wedding dress has been the subject of extensive discussion due to its price point, which is far different from that of Kim Kardashian's. Kim's wedding dress, which was designed by Givenchy, was significantly more costly, hitting the hundreds of thousands of dollars price range, which is in stark contrast to the $1,825 dress that Kourtney chose to wear.

a stark contrast to Kourtney's choice of $1,825. This difference not only reflects the individuality of each of the two sisters' style and spending choices, but also reveals the diversity of prices in the luxury fashion industry.

Kourtney's choices may reflect her personal view of weddings - preferring simple, functional and personally meaningful designs rather than just brand value or outward luxury.

It may also be that she wanted to emphasize the personal feel of the wedding and the unique emotions she shared with Travis, rather than outside expectations or conventional standards of luxury.

The wedding and the story behind it certainly provided the public and the media with a wealth of topics to discuss, from the choice of wedding dresses to the different lifestyles and values on display, this wedding of Kourtney's became an unforgettable event.