Norman Hartnell

Norman Hartnell is a British designer of wedding dresses and couture gowns. He is famous for having designed the wedding dress of Queen Elizabeth the Second. Sir Norman Hartnell combined flamboyant flair with the dignity and assurance of traditional British style. The designer who famously quipped, “I despise simplicity. It is the negation of all that is beautiful” was known for his opulent yet elegant designs, lavishly adorned embroidery, and use of intricate details. His repertoire of clients included Hollywood starlets, socialites, princesses and queens, all of whom were drawn to the glamou