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Meet the 'toilet paper' brides!

Last updated on: July 24, 2017 13:11 IST

There's something old, something new, something borrowed and something flimsy at this toilet paper wedding dress contest held in New York.

Take a look!

Toilet paper brides

Dainty yet pretty...a wedding bouquet made of toilet paper.  
All photographs: Carlo Allegri/Reuters

 

Toilet paper brides

Hard to believe, but this form-fitting pantsuit and intricate lace train were designed with toilet paper. 

 

Toilet paper brides

There were thousands and thousands of toilet paper roles used to create these gowns. 

 

Toilet paper brides

And the results were a pleasant surprise for all!

 

Toilet paper brides

The rule were clear: The gowns had to be made of toilet paper and tape, glue and thread were to be used only if needed. 

 

Toilet paper brides

This designer is careful not to rip the dress apart.

 

Toilet paper brides

While this one struggles to hold the gown in place.

 

Toilet paper brides

How about a hat made of toilet paper?

 

Toilet paper brides

Wonder how much toilet paper went into this creation?

 

Toilet paper brides

A contestant is all smiles as she walks the runway in a wedding dress, cape and hat made of toilet paper.