It’s “love all” for tennis starRafael Nadaland Mery “Xisca” Perelló.
The couple — who have reportedly been dating more than 14 years — tied the knot on Saturday on Mallorca, a Spanish island in the Mediterranean and Nadal’s hometown, according toAFP.
Mery, inphotosshared on the designer’s official Instagram, can be seen in the long-sleeved dress, which includes a jeweled neckline, floral motifs, and microbeads on hand-embroidered fabric.
“The whole process was full of emotions between all of us,” Clará captioned avideoshowcasing the outfit’s creation process. “We just want to thank the whole family for trusting in us, you’re extraordinary.”
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Described as an “exquisitely clean-lined haute couture design,” the gown took inspiration from Art Deco designs, and its “ballgown-style skirt, made of silk crepe, featured a weightless detachable train,” according toClará’s Instagram.
“I know it’s an enormous responsibility, but it’s an honor for me,” Clará says in thebehind-the-scenes video. “The connection between Mery and me was immediate.”
Clará also designed a second dress for the bride, a Chantilly lace halter top gown, which featured scalloped flower motifs and transparent microbeading on hand-embroidered fabric.
Over the summer, the Barcelona-based designer created the wedding day look for Monaco’sMarie Chevallier, a white silk crepe jumpsuit.
Nadal and Perelló wereengagedin Rome, Italy, in May, according toHola! Spain.
In a rare comment on his personal life, Nadalpreviously toldHello!he is looking ahead to having kids of his own. “Obviously, I have the intention of forming a family,” he said. “I love children and I would like my children to do what they like.”
Rafael Nadal and Mery Perello, 2015.Aurelien Meunier/EPA/Shutterstock
The athlete, 33, is undefeated in his French Open appearances and holds the most titles for singles wins at the Grand Slam tournament, male or female, in tennis history. Earlier this year, Nadal claimed his19th Grand Slam victoryat the 2019 U.S. Open.
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