Fashion expert Caroline Baxter has issued a sharp critique of the bridal attire worn by several high-profile women during the 2025 wedding season. The analysis focuses on a perceived overuse of busy lace patterns in ceremonies spanning from Marbella to New York City.
The 'Garish' Weaves of Amy Childs and Chloe Shearer
According to the Daily Mail report, fashion expert Caroline Baxter believes that the current trend of dominant lace is actually detracting from the brides themselves. specifically, the report highlights the choices of reality star Amy Childs, who wore an off-shoulder fishtail gown during her second wedding ceremony in Marbella. Caroline Baxter singled out a choker detail on the Amy Childs dress as a "definite no-no," suggesting the accessory looked as if it were made from leftover fabric.
Similar criticisms were leveled at Chloe Shearer, the daughter of Alan Shearer, who wed rugby player Micky Young in North Yorkshire. while the report notes that Chloe Shearer's updo complemented her shoulder-baring style, Caroline Baxter argued that the lace gown's large weave and busy pattern made the ensemble feel more like "bridal lingerie" than a high-end wedding dress.
Alina Habba's $10 Million Waldorf Astoria Celebration
The scale of celebrity spending often clashes with critical reception, as seen in the wedding of former Trump lawyer Alina Habba. as reported by the source, Alina Habba married Turkish businessman Turhan Mildon in a New York City event at the Waldorf Astoria that reportedly cost $10 million. Despite the staggering budget, the first of three dresses designed by Christina Martinelli for Alina Habba was criticized by Caroline Baxter .
The critique centered on the technical execution of the garment, with Caroline Baxter claiming that the embroidered details lacked finesse. Furthermore, the expert pointed to the use of "cheap net fabric" laid over a beige skirt as a significant flaw in an otherwise lavish production.
From Francesca Allen's Sheer Gowns to 'Bridal Lingerie'
The 2025 season has also seen a push toward transparency, a trend exemplified by Love Island alumna Francesca Allen. During her second wedding celebration in Monaco, Francesca Allen walked down the aisle in a gown by Eden Aharon. However, the controversy shifted to her after-party attire—a sheer dress from The Wedding Club that exposed her underwear.
Caroline Baxter described the Francesca Allen after-party look as too transparent to qualify as a bridal ensemble. This move toward provocative bridal wear echoes previous celebrity risks, such as the shoulder sleeves worn by Mariah Carey, though the current trend leans more toward sheer fabrics than structural oddities.
AnnaLynne McCord's $10,000 Honeyfund Request
Beyond the aesthetics of lace, the 2025 season highlights a shifting dynamic in how celebrity weddings are funded. AnnaLynne McCord, who recently married Danny Cipriani in Los Angeles, utilized the Honeyfund platform to ask guests for financial contributions. The couple requested a total of $10,000, with suggested donations ranging from $100 to $600.
This request reflects a broader, more controversial trend where the line between private celebration and public crowdfunding blurs. While the source mentions historical sartorial blunders—such as Princess Diana's 25-foot creased train or Meghan Markle's £100,000 gown—the modern "blunder" is increasingly financial and social rather than purely aesthetic.
The Missing Perspectives from Christina Martinelli and Eden Aharon
While Caroline Baxter has been vocal about the failures of these gowns,the report lacks the perspective of the creators. It remains unknown whether designers like Christina Martinelli or Eden Aharon were following specific client demands or if these "garish" patterns were intentional stylistic choices for the 2025 season. Additionally, the source does not provide a rebuttal from the brides themselves regarding the "cheap" materials alleged in the $10 million Habba wedding.
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