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Princess Theodora’s classic wedding dress

Princess Theodora of Greece and Denmark was finally able to marry her partner, Matthew Kumar, and she turned to a local designer for the dress of her dreams. 

Greek designer Celia Kritharioti designed two white gowns for Princess Theodora: one for her pre-wedding dinner on Friday and her wedding gown for Saturday. 

Her pre-wedding dress was a white tea-length dress with a square neckline, plunging back, and large bow detail at the back waist. 

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It was the stunning wedding dress that stole the show, though. The white, lace, A-line gown had a fold-over open neckline and featured bead detailing all the gown, in a timeless design.

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She also accessorised her beautiful gown with a family favourite, the Khedive of Egypt Tiara. The Khedive Tiara has been worn by all the female descendants of Queen Ingrid of Sweden, including the future Queen Margrethe of Denmark. 

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The Cartier-made tiara is a laurel wreath featuring seven diamond encrusted scrolls with diamonds above. 

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In addition to borrowing the Khedive of Egypt Tiara, Princess Theodora also wore a family veil that has been worn for generations. 

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The wedding has been postponed twice. It was originally postponed in 2020 due to the global health crisis, and then again in 2023 with the passing of Theodora’s father, King Constantine. 

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