Hollywood Star's Custom Monique Lhuillier Wedding Dress Leaves Fans Divided
Hollywood Star's Custom Monique Lhuillier Wedding Dress Leaves Fans Divided
Meredith GordonSun, July 26, 2026 at 11:04 PM UTC
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When it came time for Emma Roberts to choose the designer for her wedding dress to actor Cody John, she knew it had to be famed bridal designer Monique Lhuillier. The American Horror Storystar and her actor beau married this weekend at a private residence in Idaho, in front of family and friends, including the actress' famous aunt, Julia Roberts.Vogue gave fashion lovers a preview of Emma Roberts' chiffon gown, leaving viewers stunned—and emotional.
Emma Roberts' Final Wedding Dress Fitting Left Friends in Tears
Emma Roberts was accompanied to her final wedding dress fitting by her mother, Kate Cunningham, and a collection of her closest female friends. Vogueshared footage of the final fitting, revealing Emma's breathtaking Monique Lhuillier gown and archival party dress.
Made from off-white chiffon, Roberts' strapless, floor-length gown featured a detachable chiffon wrap, along with a cathedral-length veil that stylishly rested just below her eyes. The Scream Queens star left her mother and best friends speechless as she revealed her look, joking, "Are people actually crying?" as her friends became emotional during the dress reveal.
Fans React to Emma Roberts' Monique Lhuillier Wedding Dress
Social media followers were equally captivated by Roberts' Monique Lhuillier gown.
"That dress is so Emma Roberts, looks stunning," gushed one fan.
Another added, "Yes to the veil. It's very mysterious and editorial and I love, love, love it."
Not all viewers were fans of Roberts' dramatic veil.
"The veil/mask is absurd," wrote one viewer.
Another commented, "Love the dress, but I'm not feeling the veil/mask. I don't get it."
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While Roberts' choice of veil divided the comment section, fans were overwhelmingly enamored with her wedding-day look.
Why Monique Lhuillier Remains One of Bridal Fashion's Biggest Names
Monique Lhuillier has long been one of the most influential names in bridal fashion. A custom wedding gown reflects months of collaboration between the designer and the bride to create a one-of-a-kind look that fully captures the bride's vision for her wedding day.
Emma Roberts' gown is classic Monique Lhuillier—luxurious, featuring delicate embroidery, elegant detailing, and the designer's signature romantic silhouette.
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Celebrity Wedding Dresses Continue to Influence Bridal Fashion
Celebrity wedding dresses, fromKate Middleton's to Serena Williams', have long served as inspiration for future bridal trends. Silhouettes, necklines, fabrics, veils, accessories, and even color palettes often find their way into bridal collections after a high-profile wedding.
Emma Roberts' veil may have divided the comment section, but it could also inspire future brides looking to recreate her distinctive bridal style.
Related: The Most Expensive Celebrity Wedding Dresses, Ranked, After Taylor Swift's Wedding
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