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Stylist Briana Andalore Wears Six Vintage and Bespoke Looks at New Jersey Wedding

other · 2026-10-14

On September 5, 2026, stylist Briana Andalore wed real estate developer Payam Panahi at his family's estate in New Jersey, donning six unique vintage and custom outfits. The couple, together for seven years, incorporated fashion into their wedding festivities. Prior to their engagement, Andalore had been collecting dresses, including an Alexander McQueen piece acquired from an auction four years earlier. Her custom Viktor & Rolf gown, designed after a request made on July 2, featured silk, ruffles, and an extended tulle veil, while Panahi sported a tailored Bode suit. Guests, including Julia Fox and SZA in bespoke creations, followed a high-fashion dress code. The G Strings performed in Selkie attire, and Andalore also showcased a Franck Sorbier dress and a Maison Margiela bodysuit, concluding the night in a Selkie mini dress.

Key facts

  • Briana Andalore married Payam Panahi on September 5, 2026, at his family's estate in New Jersey.
  • Andalore wore six different vintage and bespoke ensembles throughout the wedding day.
  • Her ceremony gown was a bespoke Viktor & Rolf design made of silk, featuring ruffles, volume, bows, and Victorian-inspired romance.
  • She began collecting dresses years before the engagement, including an Alexander McQueen dress bought at auction four years prior.
  • Payam Panahi wore two looks, including a custom Bode ensemble with white, lace detailing, and florals.
  • Guests followed a high-fashion dress code; Julia Fox wore four looks, starting with a custom Ilya Migmoon design.
  • SZA wore a custom Niharika Vivek ensemble originally intended for the American Music Awards.
  • The G Strings dance group performed in seven Marie Antoinette-influenced Selkie looks and later in lingerie by Fleur de Mal.

Entities

Artists

  • Briana Andalore
  • Payam Panahi
  • Julia Fox
  • Richie Shazam
  • SZA
  • Nikki Fina
  • Alexandra Harris
  • Akai Littlejohn
  • Gwen Stefani
  • Chappell Roan
  • Rila Rusa

Institutions

  • Viktor & Rolf
  • Bode
  • James and AC
  • Ilya Migmoon
  • Erik Charlotte
  • Niharika Vivek
  • Selkie
  • Fleur de Mal
  • Franck Sorbier
  • Sideara
  • Alexander McQueen
  • Miu Miu
  • Prada
  • Elena Dawson
  • Jean Paul Gaultier
  • Dilaria
  • Ashi Studios
  • Maison Margiela
  • Quine Li
  • Teodore Mata
  • Roberto Cavalli
  • Plein Sud
  • G Strings
  • American Music Awards
  • Paris Flea Market

Locations

  • New Jersey
  • United States
  • Paris
  • France
  • India
  • New York City
  • Meatpacking District
  • Garment District

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