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Ellie Alderson Wears the Galia Lahav Anais Gown for Her South of France Wedding

Ellie Alderson Wears the Galia Lahav Anais Gown for Her South of France Wedding

Written By Jamie Joffe

On June 14th, 2025, model and interior designer Ellie Alderson married England and Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins in a romantic ceremony at the iconic Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, France. The couple exchanged vows just 10 months after Watkins proposed during a holiday in Lake Como, shortly after his standout performance in the Euro 2024 semi-final.

The wedding was an intimate and heartfelt celebration, surrounded by close friends, family, and their two young children, Amara and Marley. Set against the Riviera’s timeless elegance, the day embodied the couple’s love story — one that began in 2018 and has grown alongside Watkins’ rise in English football.

The Dress: Anais by Galia Lahav

For her wedding day, Ellie wore the Anais gown from the Galia Lahav Couture collection — a silhouette that merges timeless romance with sculptural elegance. The gown features a sheer corseted bodice that molds perfectly to the figure, paired with an angel wing neckline that adds softness and ethereal grace. To complete the look, Ellie opted for the gown’s matching lace overskirt, a voluminous layer that brought both structure and lightness, allowing for movement and drama as she walked through the gardens of the Villa Ephrussi. The contrasting textures — sheer and lace, sculpted and flowing — came together to create a look that was both modern and utterly romantic. Adding to the emotional richness of the ceremony, Ellie completed her look with a custom embroidered veil bearing the words “Mrs Watkins.”

From the historic villa setting to the couture gown and personal details, every aspect of the day spoke to Ellie and Ollie’s journey together. The Anais gown not only complemented Ellie’s elegant style but also embodied the brand’s signature aesthetic: bold femininity, meticulous craftsmanship, and timeless romance.

Photography: @jackhenryphoto

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