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Vogue Revisits Bruce Weber's 1998 Puppy Wedding Photo Spread

publication · 2026-08-18

Vogue.com has brought back Bruce Weber's photo essay 'Puppy Love' from the magazine's June 1998 edition as part of its archival series, 'From the Archives.' This whimsical feature showcases a dog wedding, where the bride wears a Reem Acra veil and a Siman Tu tiara, while the groom sports a Stephen Jones hat and a Brooks Brothers tie. The ensemble includes various roles, such as the ring bearers, a dowager aunt, and the bride's former partner, along with the groom's ex-girlfriend in a Danskin skirt. The bride's mother is seen with a Hermès Kelly bag. The spread concludes with the couple departing in a 'dog and pony show.' This online article also promotes Vogue's Nostalgia newsletter, emphasizing Weber's playful storytelling.

Key facts

  • Bruce Weber photographed 'Puppy Love' for the June 1998 issue of Vogue.
  • Vogue.com republished the archival feature as part of a series.
  • The bride wore a veil by Reem Acra and a tiara by Siman Tu.
  • The groom wore a hat by Stephen Jones and a tie by Brooks Brothers.
  • The groom's ex-girlfriend wore a skirt by Danskin.
  • The mother of the bride carried a Kelly bag by Hermès.
  • The series includes characters like a reverend, society columnist, and bachelor party.
  • The feature promotes Vogue's Nostalgia newsletter.

Entities

Artists

  • Bruce Weber
  • Reem Acra
  • Siman Tu
  • Stephen Jones

Institutions

  • Vogue
  • Brooks Brothers
  • Danskin
  • Hermès

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