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Intriguing Tale From Serena Williams’ Wedding With Alexis Ohanian Shows 1,500 Hours of Scorching Hard-Work From Billion-Dollar Worth Fashion Brand to Get the Costume Right

Published 04/19/2023, 2:00 PM EDT

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Whether it is amassing multi-million business deals with ease or leaving her opponents spellbound with the most confident strokes, Queen of the Court Serena Williams does not disappoint her fans. And when it comes to fashion, Serena’s taste is a favorite among her followers and top designers alike. For the WTA legend to look beautiful, even premium fashion houses like Versace leave no stone unturned. This is exactly what happened on Williams’ big day- her wedding with Reddit’s co-founder Alexis Ohanian.

The tennis superstar, known for her bold and daring style choices, wowed guests and fans alike as she debuted three iconic dresses during her wedding ceremony. However, her second dress of the day at her reception stole the show- themed after Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. If you know what went into perfecting the dress to its final look, you’d be shocked!

Serena Williams proves that she is the ultimate Queen!

Williams looked stunning in a beaded and feathered Versace gown that, according to Vogue US, required a team of five Versace embroiderers 1,500 hours to finish! Donatella Versace, the legendary fashion icon herself designed this piece of art, especially for Serena.

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Every detail in the beautiful, fluffy white dress was meticulously crafted, and clearly, no expense was spared. The gown featured intricate beadwork and delicate feathers that added a touch of whimsy and drama to the overall look. The bodice adorned with sparkling beads, caught the light with every movement, while the feathered skirt added a sense of twirl and elegance as Williams glided across the floor.

According to Donatella, the entire team at Versace worked tirelessly to ensure that every detail of the gown was perfect. Five skilled embroiderers spent countless hours on this masterpiece, pouring their hearts and souls into every stitch. The result was a gown that was nothing short of extraordinary, showcasing the unparalleled craftsmanship and attention to detail that Versace is known for.

As Williams walked down the aisle in this piece of elegant craftsmanship, all eyes were on her. The gown perfectly complemented her figure, accentuating her natural beauty and athletic, yet graceful build. Her confidence shone through her beautiful smile as she flaunted the dress with minimalistic jewelry and beautiful silver shoes.

As expected, the fashion world was abuzz with excitement over Williams’ second gown. Social media was flooded with posts praising her stunning look, and fashion critics raved about the craftsmanship and artistry of the Versace gown.

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Williams once again proved that she is not only a tennis legend but also a fashion icon, always pushing the boundaries and setting new standards in style.

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Annesha Banerjee is a Tennis writer at EssentiallySports. She has an unwavering interest in sports and loves to cover the latest happenings in the WTA Tour, especially the on and off-court lives of tennis stars. Her deep-seated love for tennis can be traced back to her mother, who was an accomplished athlete herself.
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