Designer bet frenzy
By Samantha Conti and Catherine Tipple |
December 12, 2010, Sunday
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BRUCE Oldfield, who dressed Princess Diana and is a perennial favorite among the ladies of London society, is tipped to be the royal wedding dress designer - according to one bookmaker.
Paddy Power, the Irish bookmaker, said the odds are now 1-3 Oldfield will be Kate Middleton's choice, and that it has suspended betting on the designer due to a recent "flurry of big-stake bets" of more than 500 pounds (US$790.3). The bookie said the odds on Oldfield "suddenly turned" in his favor a couple of weeks ago.
"We saw this pattern of royal wagers with the venue and the date and they both proved correct," said Darren Haines, a spokesman for Paddy Power. "Although we didn't expect a betting plunge on the dress designer to happen quite so soon, when the stakes changed from fivers and tenners to hundreds of pounds, it appears as though the cat is out of the bag."
A spokeswoman for Oldfield declined to comment, while a spokeswoman at Clarence House, where Prince William's and Prince Harry's offices are based, said: "No decision has been made. This is all just speculation."
Oldfield has been a famous name in British fashion for 35 years, best known for his red carpet and couture occasion wear for Hollywood stars, British and international royalty, and the European aristocracy.
His roll call of clients reads like a hall of fame and includes Diana, Princess of Wales; Queen Noor of Jordan; Barbra Streisand; Faye Dunaway; Catherine Zeta-Jones; Diana Ross; Charlotte Rampling, Joan Collins; and, more recently, Sienna Miller and Taylor Swift.
His custom-made gowns - which are famous for their clean lines and intricate detailing - start at 3,500 pounds.
When the royal engagement was revealed last month, Oldfield told Women's Wear Daily: "If I was lucky enough to be asked, I'd be delighted. I'm already dressing her peers."
Obviously this royal wedding is going to be a big deal, and yes we understand the fascination with what designer Kate Middleton will choose to wear when walking down the aisle with Will, but people are betting money over something so trivial? Regardless, Bruce Oldfield is a talented couturier who designs beautiful dresses.
From his 2011 wedding collection, you can find the ultimate bridal wear and accessories for wedding day to honeymoon for the entire wedding party.
The Bruce Oldfield style of glamor, sophistication, luxury, expert craftsmanship and using only the most luxurious fabrics, will ensure you look and feel amazing on that special day.
Apart from bridal dresses, Oldfield also designs for the bridesmaids and mothers of the bride. Co-ordinating shoes and bags are also available, together with an eclectic collection of vintage accessories.
Paddy Power, the Irish bookmaker, said the odds are now 1-3 Oldfield will be Kate Middleton's choice, and that it has suspended betting on the designer due to a recent "flurry of big-stake bets" of more than 500 pounds (US$790.3). The bookie said the odds on Oldfield "suddenly turned" in his favor a couple of weeks ago.
"We saw this pattern of royal wagers with the venue and the date and they both proved correct," said Darren Haines, a spokesman for Paddy Power. "Although we didn't expect a betting plunge on the dress designer to happen quite so soon, when the stakes changed from fivers and tenners to hundreds of pounds, it appears as though the cat is out of the bag."
A spokeswoman for Oldfield declined to comment, while a spokeswoman at Clarence House, where Prince William's and Prince Harry's offices are based, said: "No decision has been made. This is all just speculation."
Oldfield has been a famous name in British fashion for 35 years, best known for his red carpet and couture occasion wear for Hollywood stars, British and international royalty, and the European aristocracy.
His roll call of clients reads like a hall of fame and includes Diana, Princess of Wales; Queen Noor of Jordan; Barbra Streisand; Faye Dunaway; Catherine Zeta-Jones; Diana Ross; Charlotte Rampling, Joan Collins; and, more recently, Sienna Miller and Taylor Swift.
His custom-made gowns - which are famous for their clean lines and intricate detailing - start at 3,500 pounds.
When the royal engagement was revealed last month, Oldfield told Women's Wear Daily: "If I was lucky enough to be asked, I'd be delighted. I'm already dressing her peers."
Obviously this royal wedding is going to be a big deal, and yes we understand the fascination with what designer Kate Middleton will choose to wear when walking down the aisle with Will, but people are betting money over something so trivial? Regardless, Bruce Oldfield is a talented couturier who designs beautiful dresses.
From his 2011 wedding collection, you can find the ultimate bridal wear and accessories for wedding day to honeymoon for the entire wedding party.
The Bruce Oldfield style of glamor, sophistication, luxury, expert craftsmanship and using only the most luxurious fabrics, will ensure you look and feel amazing on that special day.
Apart from bridal dresses, Oldfield also designs for the bridesmaids and mothers of the bride. Co-ordinating shoes and bags are also available, together with an eclectic collection of vintage accessories.
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