Kate Middletons Wedding Dress by Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen

$400,000 Kate Middleton s wedding dress was one of the most anticipated wedding dresses this century, and it was perfect. Designed by Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen, it was fit for both a princess and a fashionista. Inspired by old Victorian corsetry, it featured machine made lace appliqu s that were hand sewn on. Designer Mark Badgley of Badgley Mischka, described the style of the dress best when he said it s the kind of gown that will stand the test of time. Not all gowns do. Any bride across the world will want to wear it. It s got a touch of vintage, a classic 1950s ball gown, so timeless that her daughter would look gorgeous in this gown 30 years from now. Exactly.