The star - in a dark, strapless satin gown - later performed an intimate set at the exclusive event.

The photographs of the bride's white satin gown, encrusted with pearls and lace and bearing a five-yard train, were seen around the world and made the sisters' names.

Her satin gown was probably dyed with kermes.

The bride wore a white satin gown cut in simple lines, with a long train.

But newer research shows that she was buried in a much simpler white satin gown over a crimson velvet bodice (and probably a matching petticoat, which has not survived).