Sanna Costume Construction

Brigitte Bardot Bridal Dress

A recreation of Brigitte Bardot’s bridal gown from 1959. Constructed from pink and white gingham fabric, decorated with lace trimmings and covered buttons. The costume is worn with a bullet bra and layered petticoats to achieve the classic 1950s silhouette.

Credit: Laura Helms
Credit: Jack Taylor

Process of Making

Cutting the main bodice fabric
Pleating the skirt whilst pattern matching
Experimenting with different shaped cover buttons
Experimenting with different sized buttonholes
Fitting the toile
Fitting

Detailed Images

collar
Sleeve Frill
Pocket
Skirt pleats

Final Images

Credit: Jack Taylor
Credit: Jack Taylor
Credit: Jack Taylor
Credit: Jack Taylor
Credit: Jack Taylor
Credit: Jack Taylor
Credit: Jack Taylor
Credit: Jack Taylor
Credit: Jack Taylor
Credit: Jack Taylor