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04.05.2026

Carolyn Bessette Kennedy's Wedding Dress: 12 Slip Dresses Inspired by the Iconic Minimalist Gown

Written by Shona Ezimogho-Moran
Photography by Eric Liebowitz/FX

Carolyn Bessette Kennedy's 1996 wedding dress is still the blueprint for minimalist bridal dressing. Get your own with our edit of the best slip wedding dresses worth shopping.

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