Prince Rainier and Princess Grace after the civil wedding ceremony. The bride wears a simple lace suit while the groom's attire was a formal morning dress suit. The bride was, however, beautiful in the beige lace and dusty rose silk suit that Helen Rose had designed. According to an announcement made by MGM the previous day, Grace Kelly’s civil ceremony output, white "naturally not so elaborate 35 the format down", was "designed with equal care'" The fitted bodice had rounded collar and silk-cord bow at the high neck and closed down the front withlace-covered buttons; the skirt flared into a full hem at at 14 inches above the floor. The fabric, detailed by MGM’s embroiderers to produce an unusual effect, added interest to the simple suit: over a foundation of what MGM called "ashes of roses taffetas the moral pattern of the machine-made "blush-tan" lace was outlined with dusty pink silk floss embroidery for additional depth. The accessories that completed the bridal ensemble were also carefully considered and constructed. A small, close-fitting hat trimmed with silk flowers, designed by Helen Rose, sat prettily on the back of the head. Dusty Fink silk pumps with lace overlay to match the suit were created by leading American shoe designer David Evins. Short white gloves added the final touch. Monaco 1956.
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