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Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon on her wedding day
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Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon on her wedding day
Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon (1900-2002), later Duchess of York, then Queen Elizabeth, then Queen Mother, pictured leaving her parents house in Bruton Street, London in her wedding dress to travel to Westminster Abbey for her marriage to Albert, Duke of York, the future King George VI. Her medieval style wedding dress was designed by Madame Handley-Seymour. Date: 1923
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Bowes Bridal Bride Bruton Duchess Handley Lyon Seymour 1923 Elizabeth
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In this enchanting photograph, Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon (later known as Queen Elizabeth, Queen Mother) is seen leaving her parents' residence at 14 Bruton Street, London, on her way to Westminster Abbey for her wedding to Albert, Duke of York, on April 26, 1923. The future King George VI and his bride are immortalized in this timeless image, capturing the essence of a royal wedding in the 1920s. Lady Elizabeth's medieval-style bridal gown, designed by Madame Handley-Seymour, is a breathtaking sight. The elegant dress, adorned with intricate beadwork and lace, exudes an ethereal beauty that transports us back in time. The bride's long veil, held in place by a diamond and pearl tiara, adds to the regal atmosphere of the scene. The wedding of Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon and Albert, Duke of York, was a grand affair, attended by thousands of well-wishers who lined the streets to catch a glimpse of the royal couple. The marriage marked the beginning of a remarkable journey for the young couple, who would go on to become the king and queen of the United Kingdom during a time of great change and uncertainty. This photograph is a testament to the enduring allure of royal weddings and the magic they weave, transporting us to a bygone era of elegance, tradition, and romance. The image of Lady Elizabeth leaving her parents' home, dressed in her beautiful bridal gown, is a poignant reminder of the beginning of her extraordinary journey as a royal consort, mother, and eventually, queen mother.
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