Queen Victoria
Have you ever wondered who popularized the white wedding dress for brides? It was none other than Queen Victoria. The English monarch started this fashion trend when she wed Prince Albert back in 1840. She reportedly had personal reasons for choosing white. Apparently, Her Majesty thought that white would be the best color to show off her lace detailing. Though there is no written rule that the bride should wear a white dress at her wedding, most women today continue to follow her lead.