Greatest celebrity love stories
From the royals to the rebels, the social media marriages to the musical moguls, we've whittled down the greatest celebrity love stories of all time. These couples have not only affected our ideas about love, but also inspired our wardrobes. Which couple will you and your beau be channelling come Valentine's Day?
THE ICONIC DUO 
Kate Fearnley Long Buttercup Dress in Blue, Was £180, Now £108, Zandra Rhodes Silver Diamante Necklace, £60, Fiorelli Grey Emerald Cut Earrings, £17.95.
WHO Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton WHY Beauty, money, power, glamour... the romance between Hollywood royalty Taylor and Burton is one of the most notorious love stories of all times, and sparked off a global media frenzy in its day. Spanning over two decades, they were married for 12 years from 1964 to 1976, with two divorces in between! WEAR Slip into a curve-enhancing prom style dress and look-at-me jewellery to channel the lady who won many a heart in the swinging 70s.
BlingDeenie Black Split Maxi Dress, £72, Zoe & Morgan Gold Cobra Earrings, £217, Byrogue Stud Knuckle Ring in Gold, £145.
WHO Beyonce and Jay Z WHY Both incredibly successful in their own right, they've been together since 2008 (a lifetime in celeb land) and have worked closely together in the music industry throughout their lengthy relationship without any hiccups. Last year the diva and her leading man welcomed baby Blue Ivy to the family and the chart-topping duo are stronger than ever with Beyonce about to embark on her next tour, Mrs Carter, in homage to her hubbie. WEAR Channel your inner Sasha Fierce with this body-conscious full-length wet-look dress by BlingDeenie, £72, which features a sexy side-split and team with some seriously cool jewellery. Cobra earrings anyone?
THE FAIRYTALE ROMANCE James Lakeland Royal Jersey Dress, Was £135, Now £67.50, Fiorelli Tanzanite Ring, £24.95, Moda In Pelle Chloe-Jane Shoe, Was £59.95, Now £39.95.
WHO Kate and Wills WHY It's a fairytale story of a future King who married his university sweetheart and lived happily ever after. And the style choices of the young Duchess of Cambridge have well and truly captured our hearts too. Bag your Prince Charming in this subtly chic selection including a fantastic copy of Kate's engagement photo dress by James Lakeland for just £67.50.
THE MODERN DAY SWEETHEARTS Scarlett Black London Pitch Dress in Cream, £165, Aftershock Alexia Lace Clutch Bag, £51, Bourne Laila Shoe in Black, Was £146, Now £109.50.
WHO Dawn O'Porter and Chris O'Dowd WHY One of the most famous couples on Twitter, TV presenter Dawn and actor Chris don't take themselves too seriously, support each other fervently and they've both got wardrobes fit to bursting with some sensational sixties style stuff. When it came to their own wedding day, or 'Wed Fest' as the couple dubbed it, they ditched the white dress and stuffy ceremony for a long weekend of drinking, partying and wearing onesies. Soon after Chris tweeted a picture of his new Mrs in her honeymoon lingerie and instead of taking Chris' name Dawn Porter became Dawn O'Porter. That's love in the modern age for you. WEAR Want to bag a man like Mr O'Dowd? Make like Dawn and invest in some retro shift styles and sassy accessories. We love this monochrome number with PU pockets by Scarlett Black, £165.
Feeling inspired by our favourite love stories? Take a look at our sexy selection of Valentine's Day dresses here.
Hedonia Lottie Dress, £70, Joy Everley Pearl Studs, £49, The Paula Bolton Collection White Pearl Necklace and Bracelet Set, £48.
WHO John and Jackie Kennedy WHY Whilst they may have not been the most faithful of husbands and wives, the Kennedys were idolised and for many symbolised the American Dream. They became the most cherished President and First Lady the world had ever seen, until his tragic assassination in 1963. With great responsibility came some great fashion choices too; him in his signature suit and her a champion of the LBD, classic twin sets and full, feminine dresses. WEAR Make like the real life Mad Men ladies in this black prom style dress by Hedonia, £70, and classic pearl jewellery worthy of Jackie O herself. THE IT COUPLE
The Pretty Dress Company Black Pencil Wiggle Dress, £95, Lagom Desiree Belt in Black, £22,Bourne Lindsey Shoe in Black Lace, Was £135, Now £101.25,Urbancode Ruby Black Leather Clutch Bag, Was £52, Now £39.
WHO Victoria and David Beckham WHY Ever since Posh and Becks walked out in matching Versace leathers back in 1999, they've been the nation's favourite it couple. They are the husband and wife team that we compare all other celeb marriages to and they serve as model spouses and parents for us mere mortals. She pouts, he puts his foot in it, and we still love them just as much as they seem to genuinely love each other. WEAR Pull your own Golden Balls in Team LBD's Vicky B-inspired LBD courtesy of The Pretty Dress Company for just £95. THE HOLLYWOOD REBELS
Elliot Claire Passion Lace Evening Dress, £255, Konplott Rivoli Hook Earrings, £25.50, Bourne Annabel Shoe in Black, Was £154, Now £84.70.
WHO Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie WHY She's had her fair share of men (and fashioned the first one's blood into a necklace!) and he allegedly did the dirt on sweet Jennifer Aniston with Ange during the filming of Mr & Mrs Smith. Now the Hollywood couple have settled down but even that isn't conventional what with their flesh-flashing red carpet moments (that's mainly Angelina, sadly) and their brood of six children still questioning when Mum and Dad will tie the knot. WEAR Get the femme fatale look a la Angelina Jolie in Elliot Claire's classic bustier style black ball gown, £255, and vampy black high heels. THE I DO, I DON'T DARLINGS
Kate Fearnley Long Buttercup Dress in Blue, Was £180, Now £108, Zandra Rhodes Silver Diamante Necklace, £60, Fiorelli Grey Emerald Cut Earrings, £17.95.
WHO Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton WHY Beauty, money, power, glamour... the romance between Hollywood royalty Taylor and Burton is one of the most notorious love stories of all times, and sparked off a global media frenzy in its day. Spanning over two decades, they were married for 12 years from 1964 to 1976, with two divorces in between! WEAR Slip into a curve-enhancing prom style dress and look-at-me jewellery to channel the lady who won many a heart in the swinging 70s.
THE AMERICAN DREAM Elliot Claire Valentine Asymmetrical Evening Dress £255, Otis Jackson Nest Stem Earrings £36.75, Otis Jackson Nest Ring £36.75
BlingDeenie Black Split Maxi Dress, £72, Zoe & Morgan Gold Cobra Earrings, £217, Byrogue Stud Knuckle Ring in Gold, £145.
WHO Beyonce and Jay Z WHY Both incredibly successful in their own right, they've been together since 2008 (a lifetime in celeb land) and have worked closely together in the music industry throughout their lengthy relationship without any hiccups. Last year the diva and her leading man welcomed baby Blue Ivy to the family and the chart-topping duo are stronger than ever with Beyonce about to embark on her next tour, Mrs Carter, in homage to her hubbie. WEAR Channel your inner Sasha Fierce with this body-conscious full-length wet-look dress by BlingDeenie, £72, which features a sexy side-split and team with some seriously cool jewellery. Cobra earrings anyone?
THE FAIRYTALE ROMANCE James Lakeland Royal Jersey Dress, Was £135, Now £67.50, Fiorelli Tanzanite Ring, £24.95, Moda In Pelle Chloe-Jane Shoe, Was £59.95, Now £39.95.
WHO Kate and Wills WHY It's a fairytale story of a future King who married his university sweetheart and lived happily ever after. And the style choices of the young Duchess of Cambridge have well and truly captured our hearts too. Bag your Prince Charming in this subtly chic selection including a fantastic copy of Kate's engagement photo dress by James Lakeland for just £67.50.
THE MODERN DAY SWEETHEARTS Scarlett Black London Pitch Dress in Cream, £165, Aftershock Alexia Lace Clutch Bag, £51, Bourne Laila Shoe in Black, Was £146, Now £109.50.
WHO Dawn O'Porter and Chris O'Dowd WHY One of the most famous couples on Twitter, TV presenter Dawn and actor Chris don't take themselves too seriously, support each other fervently and they've both got wardrobes fit to bursting with some sensational sixties style stuff. When it came to their own wedding day, or 'Wed Fest' as the couple dubbed it, they ditched the white dress and stuffy ceremony for a long weekend of drinking, partying and wearing onesies. Soon after Chris tweeted a picture of his new Mrs in her honeymoon lingerie and instead of taking Chris' name Dawn Porter became Dawn O'Porter. That's love in the modern age for you. WEAR Want to bag a man like Mr O'Dowd? Make like Dawn and invest in some retro shift styles and sassy accessories. We love this monochrome number with PU pockets by Scarlett Black, £165.
Feeling inspired by our favourite love stories? Take a look at our sexy selection of Valentine's Day dresses here.
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