Chanelle Hayes recently shared details of her wedding dress drama, revealing she had to change her gown just weeks before the ceremony. She married Dan Bingham in Yorkshire in July at The Northorpe Barn, two years after their engagement. Chanelle decided to alter her dress after noticing that another public figure had worn the same dress for her special day. Fans were curious to know who the other lady was, as they did not recognize the original dress at all. Chanelle preferred to avoid any ‘who wore it best?’ comparisons by making last-minute alterations to her dress, including adding off-the-shoulder tulle sleeves.
Comparing snapshots of her original beaded dress with bodice and spaghetti straps to the altered version, Chanelle explained that she did not want any comparisons and wanted to avoid any unnecessary scrutiny. The alterations she made to her dress included changing it from having spaghetti straps with no belt to off-the-shoulder tulle sleeves with a belt at the bottom of the corset. She asked her followers on Instagram to vote on which version they preferred for her, receiving positive feedback on the changes she made. Despite not wanting a ‘who wore it best?’ poll, fans expressed their support for the alterations she made, with many praising her stunning appearance.
Chanelle revealed that she picked up her wedding dress just the day before her wedding, as she wanted to make last-minute changes. She had lost weight due to a flare-up with Myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) and had also undergone a gastric sleeve operation in 2020, which further contributed to her weight loss. She felt amazing on her wedding day, despite the unexpected weight loss. Chanelle initially thought she would opt for a simple dress but ended up choosing a gown covered in sparkles and pearls. She said that she instantly knew it was the right dress for her and decided to add a veil to complete her bridal look.
Chanelle announced her engagement to Dan in May 2022, expressing her excitement at finally finding ‘The One.’ She has been through tumultuous relationships in the past and was delighted to be planning her dream wedding. Chanelle shares her son Blakely, 11, with her ex-partner Matthew Bates, and Frankie, four, with Edward Oates. She has faced challenges in her personal life but was overjoyed to have found happiness with Dan. The couple tied the knot in a beautiful ceremony surrounded by loved ones, and Chanelle looked stunning in her altered wedding dress, showcasing her unique style and personality.
Chanelle’s wedding dress saga was a rollercoaster of last-minute changes and alterations that ultimately led to her feeling beautiful and confident on her special day. Despite facing unexpected weight loss and health challenges, Chanelle managed to adapt and make her dress her own, adding a personal touch that reflected her style preferences. Fans and followers praised her for the changes she made, applauding her for her stunning appearance and for navigating the dress dilemma with grace. Chanelle and Dan’s love story culminated in a beautiful wedding ceremony, marking the beginning of a new chapter in their lives together.
