Susan Sarandon’s Newlywed Daughter Reacts after Her Corset Wedding Gown Is Labeled ‘Inappropriate’

Susan Sarandon’s newlywed daughter is clapping back at haters who criticized her wedding gown, calling the garment “inappropriate.” The 39-year-old actress and content creator’s reaction comes amid newly released photos and details from her enchanting big day.

Eva Amurri, the 39-year-old daughter of iconic actress Susan Sarandon, who recently wed her beloved in a magical ceremony, has addressed people who made negative comments about her wedding dress. Not allowing anyone to rain on her parade, she took to her since-expired Instagram Story on June 30 to give critics a piece of her mind.

Still basking in the blissful glow of tying the knot with her chef husband, Ian Hock, on June 29, Eva is letting the public know how unbothered she is by what they think of her dress.

While recapping her wedding day, Eva posted a message to people who called her beautiful, strapless Kim Kassas gown “inappropriate.”

Eva posted a picture of her and Ian posing for a photo in their bride and groom attire and layered the images with text that read, “And to anyone scandalized by my breasts not being ‘put away’ ….”

She then shared another image, this time zooming in on her bosom, and added, “Feel free to screenshot this for later 😘,” finishing off her aforementioned statement. Adding one final mic-drop moment, Eva posted another response to the haters.

This post showed the classic, well-known photo of the late and great Jayne Mansfield and iconic actress Sophia Loren sitting at a table. In this famous photo, Sophia stares at Jayne’s bountiful chest with a disapproving look as Jayne smiles at the camera.

Making a meme out of the photo, Eva placed the words “The internet” on top of Sophia and wrote, “My size 32F boobs minding their business in a Wedding dress,” over Jayne.

Unfazed by the backlash she received regarding her stunning gown, which she paired with a lengthy veil, Eva has reiterated her love for her dress.

Gushing over the corseted ensemble, she swooned, “I love how it has a vintage feel and is ultra feminine without being overly pouffy. I wanted to feel sexy but elegant, and I think the dress strikes the perfect balance.”

Since her initial reveal of the details involved in the extravagant affair, Eva has been sharing more beautiful pictures from her and Ian’s wedding. One carousel post displays heartwarming black and white photos of her, Ian, and her three kids, Marlowe, Major, and Mateo Martino, whom she shares with her ex, Kyle Martino.

Images ranged from the adorable family having fun outside, and dancing around in a circle during the reception to tender and intimate moments shared between the bride and groom.

Penning a lengthy and heartfelt message that accompanied the post, Eva poured her emotions into her caption. “It’s hard to put into words what Saturday was like other than just saying ‘magical.’ The rain was uninvited…but perfect. We were surrounded by so much love,” she began.

She expressed, “The day felt like time stood still for us. Joy was abundant. So many happy tears […] Our families came together into a perfectly imperfect blended bubble of love and memories. We laughed so so much. We danced. Renewal was in the air.”

“Ian, Marlowe, Major, and Mateo: I am yours always. There is nothing that makes me happier than belonging to the four of you. And to my magical husband: you are my deepest wish, granted. Forever starts now!!!!!!” Eva gushed.

The rest of her message highlighted how immensely grateful she is to her and Ian’s family and friends who traveled from near and far to be with them on their special day.

Eva also gave a shoutout to her wedding photographer, Taralynn Lawton, for “capturing the true essence of this magical day even more beautifully” than she said she could have done.

Bridal Reflections, the store where she purchased her gown, also took to Instagram to share their own post of Eva’s magical day. They posted some of the same family pictures Eva had shared on her account.

“Congratulations to our #bridalreflectionsbride @thehappilyeva and her husband Ian 🥂 It was [an] honor to be even just a small part of this beautiful day. The love Eva and Ian’s family have for one another shines through in all of her content,” the page captioned.

They also revealed how they had even worked with Eva and her daughter Marlowe for a photoshoot that happened last spring. Ending their message, Bridal Reflections spotlighted Eva’s Kim Kassas couture piece.

“Eva tied the knot in the ‘Paris’ featuring a sheer base adorned in embellished lace, complemented by draping at the waist and an attached taffeta overskirt,” they divulged.

The store also shared details about the second dress Eva changed into during the wedding. This dress, also designed by Kim Kassas, was shorter in length and had feather accouterments and sparkly embellishments.

According to Bridal Reflections, the second dress is called the “Dian” and is made of “Indian embroidered lace highlighted by gathered Ostrich feathers on the neckline.”

Details concerning the stunning floral-print suit the mother-of-the-bride wore have also been shared. An article from a media outlet revealed that, just months after her daughter got engaged, Susan had already started planning her summery outfit for Eva’s nuptials and knew exactly what she wanted.

The suit she chose was custom-made by SuitShop and the co-founder, Jeanne Foley, recently spoke about it. Jeanne, whose brand also tailor-made Eva’s sons’ suits, explained that they worked closely with Susan, sending 3D renderings and hosting fittings in New York.

Watercolor daffodils, roses, poppies, violets, morning glory, and delphinium prints made up her “Colorful Wildbloom” jacket and pants. “Flowers in general represent love and natural beauty, themes which are simply perfect for a wedding,” stated Jeanne.

She also shared how they used their brand’s signature Perfect Drape fabric to create the ensemble and reiterated how involved Susan was in the process. “She helped with the creative direction by sourcing inspirational examples that led to a bouquet-esque floral pattern we all loved,” Jeanne disclosed.

Boasting about the profile they received from the media outlet, SuitShop’s Instagram account shared screenshots of the article. Writing a caption to accompany their post, they said, “Mother (of the Bride) is mothering… in floral SuitShop 💐 A little look towards a fashionable future over here? Perhaps!”

In the same way that Eva and other parties have been reflecting on the wedding and sharing new pictures, her doting mom, Susan, took to Instagram on July 2, to share her own reflection.

She posted an endearing photo of her daughter and son-in-law looking at each other with love as they embraced underneath a “Mr & Mrs” sign.

Speaking about her daughter’s wedding, Susan noted, “I learned so much about love & partnership at the wedding of my daughter, Eva this weekend. She and her now husband, Ian invested a lot of thought and intention in every little detail – and incorporated the children […] in the love bubble.”

She boasted about the loving vows they exchanged at the altar and proudly emphasized her deep adoration for Eva and Ian. Finishing off her statement, Susan ended with, “Eva, you were so radiant & beautiful. Thank you for inviting me into your lives. Keep dancing and laughing. Xx Mama.”

Eva’s big day which took place at Windrift Hall in New York’s Hudson Valley was nothing short of a fairytale and love-filled family affair.

Before posting new pictures of the special event, initial photos of the wedding surfaced online showing Eva Amurri in her wedding dress, which is what prompted the public backlash she recently responded to.

Opting for a more personal and intimate gathering, Eva and Ian exchanged vows in front of 40 guests. In addition to Eva’s mother, the guests included Susan’s ex, Tim Robbins. Adding a layer of sweetness to the day was the fact that the lifestyle blogger’s children played a special role in the ceremony.

Marlowe, Major, and Mateo performed a traditional handfasting using ribbons they picked out themselves. Speaking about incorporating her kids in her special day, Eva, who also shared an array of images from her big day on her Instagram Story, explained, “We really wanted to center our little family unit in all of it, and make it as much about the kids as it was about us.”

Mateo, Marlowe, and Major also made up the bridal party, as Eva did not have any bridesmaids. While expressing her excitement about the big day, Eva referred to her wedding as “Officially #TheBestDayEva.”

Little Major, who looked handsome in his tan suit and blue tie, had an extra special role to play at his mother’s wedding. Eva said, “Major […] walked me down the aisle, which was an experience I’ll never forget.” Aside from her children, Eva and her chef husband also ensured their other guests felt included in the ceremony.

The duo incorporated what they call a “ring blessing,” where their wedding rings were passed around among guests—row by row—”to put good energy into them” before exchanging vows.

A “French garden party” was the inspiration behind Eva and Ian’s big day where they worked tirelessly with their wedding officiant to create the perfect setting. Having been married before, Eva explained that the second go-around concerning planning was easier.

Though she didn’t have her three kids and admitted to feeling slightly stressed at times, she managed to pull off the wedding she and Ian wanted. Eye-catching photos reveal that the couple achieved what they set out to do.

People Magazine featured an exclusive profile of Eva’s wedding with stunning photos of the special day. A part of their caption alongside the carousel of images reads, “Eva Amurri has found her ‘Happily Eva After!’ 💗.”

Taralynn Lawton, the wedding photographer, also took to Instagram to share her own array of beautiful photos of the ceremony.

Alongside her post, Taralynn captioned, “Eva + Ian tied the knot this past weekend with an intimate ceremony tucked away at @windrifthall in the Hudson Valley.”

The message continued, “They made their sweet blended family the center of the celebration, being joined by Eva’s three children, mother Susan Sarandon, and step father Tim Robbins. It was such an honor to be part of this wedding weekend and their @people magazine exclusive, with more to come later this week!”

Guests also shared lovely pictures they had taken while at the ceremony. Photos from Eva’s dad, Franco, and her friends, showed the great time everyone had at the beautiful ceremony. These beautiful photos also included attendees taking selfies with the bride and her kids.

Matching the whimsical charm of Hudson Valley, the location featured “lots of natural colors that mimic the environment at the estate, with little pops of whimsy with the chamomile flowers and hints of pale green and pale blue.”

Of the overall event, Eva revealed, “We worked with our officiant to craft a ceremony that felt super personal and intimate, and then focused on our second love of life: food! All we really needed was the beautiful atmosphere, our nearest and dearest, and a delicious party.”

With Ian being a chef and both him and Eva being foodies, the couple spent time curating a menu of only the most delectable cuisine. Grounded Catering provided Hudson Valley’s finest dishes, which featured mouth-watering Hudson Valley duck, a variety of salads and vegetables, and cedar plank salmon.

Guests’ meals were cooked over an open fire, and of course, in keeping with the theme of family and close friends, all the food was served family style. In addition to the main meal, there was also a selection of cheeses from local farms and vendors and charcuterie placed on grazing tables.

Regarding the drinks menu, the bar served up small vineyard wines and local beers. Eva and Ian’s guests also had their pick of two signature cocktails—a margarita made from fresh fruits and a non-alcoholic berry shrub. There was also champagne for toasting occasions.

Dessert included the newlyweds’ vanilla-flavored wedding cake. The cake was topped with fresh macerated raspberries and an Italian meringue buttercream. For the cake’s decoration, fresh chamomile flowers were used to wrap around the layered dessert. These were also the same flowers featured in Eva’s bouquet.

Regarding the main event of the day—meeting her now-husband at the alter—Eva walked down the aisle to a live acoustic version of the late and great Elvis Presley’s “Can’t Help Falling in Love.” She donned a stunning, strapless, corseted gown designed by Kim Kassas, which featured a billowing skirt and a column shape.

Unfortunately, the majority of the public does not share Eva’s sentiments about her wedding gown, as many took to online platforms to express their disdain.

A user expressed, “Don’t like Bridal gown too much Exposed.” “The dress is tasteless,” wrote someone else. Another Instagrammer remarked, “What a tacky dress for a 40 year [old’s] second marriage.”

Commenting on what Eva’s mom wore, a fan praised, “Love Susan’s suit!” Amid the negative comments Eva received, there was a sweet message from an admirer.

The admirer penned, “Congratulations to you both ❤️❤️ or should I say all of you ❤️ you look gorgeous Eva 😍 I love your wedding dress 👰 your family is beautiful your Mom and dad look amazing ❤️.”

Speaking of the second ensemble she wore, Eva said, “I paired it with custom Nike Air Force Ones that were embellished with pearls and our wedding date. It felt like Priscilla Prseley-meets-street-style!”

Other heartwarming details concerning Eva and Ian’s special day included their decision to exchange love letters they had written themselves as their vows and their couple’s first dance. Eva and Ian swayed to Taylor Swift’s “Lover,” a song that bears significance to their relationship.

“Then we danced a family dance to ‘Joy’ by Andy Grammer, which is our special family song,” Eva noted. Even though Ian is not the biological father of Eva’s kids, he considers them as his own.

Sharing insights into the close bond Ian has forged with Eva’s children, the doting mom disclosed, “Watching him with the kids the last four years has been incredible as well. He is already the best stepparent ever.”

The smitten bride also spoke about how loving and supportive Ian is as her partner. “I really love how Ian takes care of me and the kids and is the most loving and considerate partner,” Eva began.

She continued, “He loves me and takes care of me in a way that lets me step into my feminine energy and be the mom I want to be because I feel so supported.”

She added that she considers Ian her best friend and cited that some of her favorite things to do with him include laughing and being goofy. Ian and Eva have come a long way since their first encounter when she was pregnant and had just gotten divorced from Kyle.

Initially coming over to her table at a restaurant where he was working as a chef to say hi to a woman Eva was with, who Ian had gone to high school with, Eva found herself captivated. “What ensued was a very special and somewhat old-fashioned courtship of getting to know each other pretty slowly,” she mentioned.

Speaking about her relationship with Ian in general, Eva swooned, “This has all felt like a fairytale for both of us. Our connection and the timing of it all was so unexpected and felt meant to be from the start.”

Before tying the knot, Ian popped the question to Eva in arguably the most romantic setting—Paris. He proposed to her in her favorite place, the gardens of the Rodin Museum in February 2023. Eva Amurri, who was bursting with excitement, shared the happy news with her mom, Susan Sarandon, via a video.