Iconic ‘Breakfast At Tiffany’s’ Fashion Inspires a Stunning Wedding Dress Collection

Breakfast at Tiffany's Wedding

The little black dress comes in many forms, but one of the most famous iterations of  this fashion staple is in the opening scene of the 1961 film Breakfast at Tiffany’s. In it, actor Audrey Hepburn gazes longingly at the jewels in the window of Tiffany & Co. She’s clad in a frock designed by Hubert de Givenchy and donning giant sunglasses with a croissant in hand. This amusing take on glamour made the outfit an instant classic. And although it seems like an unlikely inspiration for a wedding, designer Reem Acra has created a collection of Breakfast at Tiffany’s wedding dresses.

Acknowledging the influence of the film, Acra’s Instagram explains, “It was the magic of that noteworthy scene that led Reem Acra straight to Tiffany & Co. upon her arrival to New York from her native Lebanon more than 20 years ago.” Fittingly, the collection marks her 20th anniversary.

In a stunning and glamorous bridal collection, the standout is the black gown that references the iconic scene. While unconventional for a wedding, a bride who wears it simultaneously breaks from tradition but pays homage to a fashion staple. Acra’s design does offer a sartorial update, with a slim silhouette that has a plunging neckline but offset with a semi-sheer lace collar. But for those that want more conventional bridal attire, Acra has also included white ballgowns in the mix.

Fashion designer Reem Acra has created a bridal collection of Breakfast at Tiffany's wedding dresses. She was particularly inspired by Audrey Hepburn's little black dress.

Breakfast at Tiffany's Themed Bridal Shower

Hapar's Bazaar did a photo shoot to show off the gorgeous looks.

Breakfast at Tiffany's Themed Bridal Shower

Breakfast at Tiffany's Dress

Breakfast at Tiffany's Dress

Breakfast at Tiffany's Dress

Breakfast at Tiffany's Wedding Dress

Breakfast at Tiffany's Wedding Dress

Breakfast at Tiffany's Wedding Dress

Breakfast at Tiffany's Dress

Breakfast at Tiffany's Themed Bridal Shower

See the collection in action in the video below:

Reem Acra: Website | Instagram | Facebook
h/t: [Hello Giggles, Brit + Co]

All images via Christian Oth / Harper's Bazaar.

Sara Barnes

Sara Barnes is a Staff Editor at My Modern Met and Manager of My Modern Met Store. She is a graduate of the Maryland Institute College of Art where she earned her BFA in Illustration and MFA in Illustration Practice. Sara is also an embroidery illustrator and writer living in Seattle, Washington. She runs Bear&Bean, a studio where she stitches pet portraits and other beloved creatures. She chronicles the creativity of others through her website Brown Paper Bag and newsletter, Orts. Her latest book is Threads of Treasure: How to Make, Mend, and Find Meaning Through Thread, published in 2014. Sara’s work has been recognized in Be Creative With Workbox, Embroidery Magazine, American Illustration, on Iron and Wine’s album Beast Epic, among others. When she’s not stitching or writing, Sara enjoys planning things that bring together the craft community. She is the co-founder of Camp Craftaway, a day camp for crafty adults with hands-on workshops in the Seattle area.
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