Submitted by KENNETH LAREMORE on
In Episode 55 “The Lie” of the Vlog, Adele tells us that bridal white representing purity was not the original intention of that color, but rather blue. Research indicates she is indeed correct. As she stated, it was the color, blue, that was connected to purity, as well as piety, faithfulness, and the Virgin Mary. However, there is an important Victorian connection to the white wedding gown. White became a popular option in 1840, after the marriage of Queen Victoria to Prince Albert, when Victoria wore a white gown trimmed with lace. Afterwards, many brides opted for white in accordance with the Queen’s choice.