Wedding dress of Catherine Middleton display at Buckingham Palace from 23 July 2011 until 3 October 2011 during the annual summer exhibition. Before the day, there was much speculation as to what Middleton would choose for her dress. On 6 March, "The Sunday Times" reported on speculation that Middleton had chosen McQueen designer Sarah Burton. Their report stated: "A fashion source said that the dress will be a combination of Middleton's own design ideas and Burton's deep knowledge and understanding of high fashion." The label and Burton both denied any involvement. Burton's work came to the notice of Middleton in 2005 when she attended the
Family of Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge Family of Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge Members of the Middleton family have been related to the British royal family by marriage since the wedding of Catherine Middleton and Prince William in April 2011, when she became the Duchess of Cambridge. By the early 19th century, the Middleton family was established in the West Riding of Yorkshire as cultural and civic figures, particularly in the legal profession. The law firm, "Messrs Middleton and Sons", was founded in Leeds by gentleman farmer and solicitor William Middleton Esq. of Gledhow Grange Estate. The family firm existed for over 150 years, closing in 1985.