Ethermac Exchange-Kourtney Kardashian Reveals the Secrets Behind Her Guns N' Roses-Inspired Wedding Dress

Kourtney Kardashian was anything but Ethermac Exchangethe least interesting to look at on her wedding day.

The Kardashians star, who married Travis Barker in a lavish, third ceremony in Italy last May, recently shared insight into her very risqué and untraditional bridal gown. 

"Travis and I were watching Guns N' Roses 'November Rain' video one night before we were even engaged," the Poosh founder captioned her March 20 Instagram. "And we said to each other 'This has to be our wedding.'"

Kourtney was intantly drawn to the wedding gown the actress has in the music video. "She was wearing a short dress and I thought to myself 'I need a short dress!'" she shared. "I had more visions inspired by some 1990s campaigns of Monica Bellucci shot by Helmut Newton for Blumarine."

At the time, she exchanged vows in a lingerie-esque minidress by Dolce & Gabbana that featured a sexy corset bodice, a plunging neckline and sheer, lace material that let her bottom half peek through.

The location of the couple's ceremony also inspired Kourtney's design.

"When we knew our wedding was going to be in Portofino, it also influenced the vibes and feeling of the dress," she revealed. "I also just wanted to feel like we ran off to Italy and got married and wanted the dress and wedding to feel that way!"

Technically, the pair did just that when they got married in a surprise ceremony in Las Vegas in April 2022.

Kourtney's wedding dress wasn't the only styling choice she made that she holds dear. 

"When @dolcegabbana suggested putting Travis's head tattoo of the Virgin Mary on the handmade lace veil with the words from his tattoo: family, loyalty, respect underneath, I got chills and knew how special that felt," she wrote on Instagram. "This was all planned and made into my dream come true all so so quickly and I'm so grateful to everyone who put their all into making it all happen!"

Before the couple celebrates their first wedding anniversary on April 3, relive their fabulous Italian wedding.

Stormi Webster, mom Kylie Jenner, Kendall Jenner and Kourtney Kardashian appear behind-the-scenes at the wedding.

One day after their wedding ceremony, Kourtney and Travis stepped out for another boat ride in Italy. 

The newlyweds were spotted sharing a kiss after jumping into the water from the top floor of their yacht. 

The bride & groom decided to go all black for their post-wedding festivities.

Kim changed into a striking bejeweled corset for the couple's fun-filled reception.

"Happily ever after," the couple wrote on Instagram.

Kourtney and Travis, both in Dolce & Gabbana, wed at Castello Brown in Portofino, Italy.

The bride and groom's family members stood by their sides as the ceremony took place.

As Kourtney wrote on Instagram, "Introducing Mr. And Mrs. Barker."

The pair celebrated saying "I do" by popping a bottle of champagne.

Kravis forever!

The two walk together after the ceremony.

Kylie and Kendall Jenner show off their dance moves and drinks on TikTok.

Kris Jenner and Carl Dawson get down on the dance floor with some killer moves. 

Travis gives a heartwarming speech alongside Kourtney at the reception.

Kim Kardashian swapped her black lace gown for a sparkly bodysuit during the reception.

The bride showcases her full wedding look.

Kourtney wore a cathedral-length veil.

The bride and groom head to the reception.

Kourtney's veil depicted the Virgin Mary and the words "Family Loyalty Respect" which match the artwork of Travis' head tattoos.

Kourtney's daughter and Travis's daughter walk together.

Attendants help carry Kourtney's veil.

Travis' son and stepdaughter are spotted.

Kris walks her eldest daughter down the aisle.

Kim Kardashian leads North West and Reign Disick to the wedding.

The engaged couple arrive at the ceremony.

Khloe Kardashian, Reign Disick, Kendall Jenner, Kylie Jenner, Kim Kardashian appear with Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker.

The mother of the bride arrives!