Emma Roberts' Gothic Face Veil Hints Wedding Fashion Has Entered Its Victorian-Inspired Era
Emma Roberts' love life is making headlines again, but unfortunately for the gossip columns, it's happy news. On July 25, 2026, Ryan Murphy's muse married actor Cody John, whom she began dating in 2022. The intimate outdoor ceremony that took place at the groom's family's estate in Sun Valley, Idaho, not only was full of rustic glamor, but it was also an opportunity for Roberts to express her passion for antiques, including one detail that raised some eyebrows.
On July 26, Monique Lhuillier, who designed the bride's dress, posted a video on Instagram documenting the fitting process, and fans were quick to note the unusual veil Roberts wore for the final reveal. The veil — actually called a "voilette," which appears to be attached to a headband separate from the chapel-length veil Roberts also wore — hung down over Roberts' eyes, ending with scalloped lace trim that skimmed her cheekbones. In the comments, fans gushed over the silk chiffon gown, but the voilette proved more divisive. "Love the dress. Very chic but the veil is giving bridal zorro," one user wrote.
Emma Roberts and Cody John's wedding was full of rustic glamour (not family)
Though not everyone appreciated the spooky Victorian look that Roberts — who is known for her horror work — was going for, it's actually very on-trend. During the first half of 2026, gothic Victorian fashion has been increasingly visible, from the designer runways to Margot Robbie's "Wuthering Heights" press tour style, fueled by the rise of dark romance in pop culture. In June 2026, Frances Anne Veils shared that face coverings are coming back into the luxury fashion conversation, balancing out the trend of minimalist wedding dress styles. Only time will tell if this celebrity marriage stands the test of time, but history will at least be on the side of this veil.
What matters most, however, is that the bride loved it. After going in with only a vague vision of a vintage aesthetic, Roberts told Vogue that the completed garments made her look like "a little antique ghost doll." Haunted dolls definitely aren't for everyone, but that's what makes them special.