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Wedding of Margaret Whigham and Charles Sweeny
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Wedding of Margaret Whigham and Charles Sweeny
The society wedding of the year in 1933; that of society beauty and media darling, Miss Margaret Whigham, later Duchess of Argyll, to Mr Charles Sweeny, Oxford University golfer at Brompton Oratory in February 1933. The brides dress with exquisite pearl star embroidery was designed by Norman Hartnell and its fifty foot train stopped the traffic in Knightsbridge where thousands of people turned out to catch a glimpse of the wedding. Date: 1933
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This photograph commemorates the society wedding of the year in 1933, the nuptials of Miss Margaret Whigham and Mr. Charles Sweeny at the Brompton Oratory in London. Margaret, a renowned society beauty and media darling, and Charles, an accomplished Oxford University golfer, were the talk of the town as they exchanged vows in this grand and historic venue. Margaret's exquisite bridal gown, designed by the esteemed Norman Hartnell, was a true masterpiece of the 1930s fashion scene. Adorned with intricate pearl star embroidery, the dress was a sight to behold, drawing gasps of admiration from the throngs of onlookers. The fifty-foot train of the gown, a breathtaking spectacle, brought the wedding traffic to a standstill in Knightsbridge, as thousands of people gathered to catch a glimpse of the bride's regal entrance. The wedding of Margaret Whigham and Charles Sweeny was a true celebration of love, fashion, and society in the 1930s. The elegant couple's union marked the beginning of a new chapter in their lives, one filled with joy, adventure, and the promise of a bright future. This photograph stands as a testament to the magic and allure of a bygone era, inviting us to relive the enchantment and wonder of a society wedding like no other.
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