Wedding of Diana Mitford and Bryan Guinness
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Wedding of Diana Mitford and Bryan Guinness
Group wedding photograph showing the bride, Mrs Bryan Guinness, formerly Miss Diana Freeman Mitford, with eleven bridesmaids. From left, Miss Diana Churchill, Miss Mercer-Nairne, the Hon. Nancy Mitford, the Bride, the Hon. Unity Mitford, Miss Rosemary Mitford (cousin), Miss Rosalie Willoughby and Miss Oonagh Guinness; and, in front, Lady Jean Ogilvy, Miss Grania Guinness, Lady Patricia Guinness and Lady Brigid Guinness. According to The Sketch, the child attendants wore long-skired frocks of cream tulle with gold tissue bodices and the grown-up bridesmaids had parchment coloured skirts.
1929
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In this group wedding photograph from 1929, Diana Mitford, formerly known as Miss Mitford, exudes radiant joy as she marries Bryan Guinness. Surrounded by her eleven bridesmaids, the scene is a testament to the love and camaraderie shared among the sisters and their friends. From left to right, the bridesmaids include Diana Churchill, Mercer-Nairne, Nancy Mitford, the bride herself, Unity Mitford, Rosemary Mitford (a cousin), Rosalie Willoughby, and Oonagh Guinness. In the front row, Lady Jean Ogilvy, Grania Guinness, Patricia Guinness, and Brigid Guinness complete the lovely ensemble. The young bridesmaids wore long-skirted frocks of cream tulle with gold tissue bodices, while the grown-up bridesmaids donned parchment-colored skirts, creating a cohesive and elegant look for the occasion. The sisters' striking beauty and fashionable attire reflect the high society standards of the 1930s. The Mitford sisters, known for their influential and scandalous lives, were a prominent part of London society during this era. Their presence at Diana's wedding added an air of excitement and glamour to the event. This photograph captures a precious moment in their history, showcasing the love and unity among the sisters and their friends on this joyous occasion.
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