The highly anticipated wedding of Holly Ramsay and Olympic champion Adam Peaty took place this weekend in Bath, but one detail remained a mystery: the bride's gown. Holly, the daughter of celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay, made her entrance to Bath Abbey concealed beneath a elegant white silk cape, deliberately keeping her dress a secret from the world.
The Vogue Exclusive: A New Year's Day Reveal
The reason for the secrecy has now been confirmed. Holly's wedding dress will be officially unveiled in a feature for Vogue magazine on New Year's Day, 1st January. This exclusive arrangement explains the careful measures taken to prevent any leaks before the publication date. Despite the cover-up, glimpses suggested a princess-style silhouette awaited beneath the cape.
In a charming twist, it has emerged that Holly wore not one, but multiple outfits on her special day. For part of the reception, she changed into a deeply sentimental piece: the wedding dress worn by her mother, Tana, when she married Gordon Ramsay back in 1996. The mother-daughter duo also shared a sweet sartorial connection, both opting for heels by designer Amina Muaddi. Holly chose a lace slingback pair, while Tana, stunning in an emerald green gown, wore the same style in black.
Beckham Design Speculation and Family Tensions
While the designer of Holly's primary gown remains officially unconfirmed, strong speculation points towards family friend and fashion icon Victoria Beckham. Beckham, who attended the ceremony with husband David, has recently incorporated more lace detailing into her collections. Beauty Editor Laura Sutcliffe noted to HELLO! magazine that the delicate meshwork at the neckline of Holly's dress was "reminiscent" of Beckham's current work.
"Victoria Beckham’s namesake label is known for its fine lines and classic silhouettes," Sutcliffe said. She also highlighted that Beckham has been expanding her design repertoire, having created David's suit for his knighthood investiture. This has led to whispers that bridal couture could be a natural next step for the designer.
The Shadow of a Family Feud
The joyous occasion was, however, set against a backdrop of reported family strife on the groom's side. Adam Peaty's mother, Caroline, was notably absent from the wedding, following a prolonged fallout. The tension is said to have begun around the couple's engagement party in 2024, when not all of Adam's extended family received invitations.
This rift meant that Adam's sister, Bethany, was the only member of his immediate family to attend the Bath ceremony. The situation casts a shadow over what was otherwise a glittering event filled with famous faces, including the Beckhams, and marked by poignant family traditions for the bride.
As the world waits for the Vogue reveal on New Year's Day, the wedding of Holly Ramsay and Adam Peaty will be remembered both for its stylish secrecy and the very public, personal dynamics that played out alongside it.
