list of 10 expensive weddings Actions Share Share Share to social media Facebook X URL https://www.britannica.com/topic/list-of-10-expensive-weddings Share Share Share to social media Facebook X URL https://www.britannica.com/topic/list-of-10-expensive-weddings Written by Don Vaughan Don Vaughan is a freelance writer based in Raleigh, North Carolina. Don Vaughan Fact-checked by The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Encyclopaedia Britannica's editors oversee subject areas in which they have extensive knowledge, whether from years of experience gained by working on that content or via study for an advanced degree. They write new content and verify and edit content received from contributors. The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Last Updated: Jun 21, 2024 • Article History Table of Contents Very few couples are able to say “money is no object” when planning their wedding. For the ultra-wealthy, however, extravagant weddings are often a sign of status and prestige. Here are 10 weddings that took extravagance to new heights. Said Gutseriev’s father, oil and media mogul Mikhail Gutseriev, foot the bill for what may be the most expensive wedding in modern history. The bride, 20-year-old dentistry student Khadija Uzhakhova, wore a gown that was created by designer Elie Saab and reportedly cost $1 million. Featuring custom beading and a lengthy train, the dress weighed approximately 28 pounds (13 kg), and ...(100 of 1158 words)

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