Tensions between Victoria Beckham and Nicola Peltz began over a wedding dress, but stories conflict
Long-rumoured tensions between Victoria Beckham and her daughter-in-law Nicola Peltz Beckham reportedly began over Nicola’s wedding dress, according to a source close to the Peltz family who spoke exclusively to PEOPLE. The drama, which first bubbled up around the time of Nicola and Brooklyn Beckham’s 2022 Palm Beach wedding, centres on Victoria allegedly declining to design Nicola’s gown.
The insider claims that when Nicola and Brooklyn got engaged, Victoria had initially expressed enthusiasm about creating a bespoke wedding dress for Nicola. “She told Nicola she’d love to make her wedding dress, and Nicola said it would be her honour to wear one of Victoria’s originals,” the source explained. It was seen as a heartfelt gesture that would add a special touch to the couple’s big day.
However, as planning progressed, it became apparent that Victoria’s involvement was no longer a priority. The source alleges that Victoria informed Nicola’s mother—not Nicola herself—that she would not be designing the dress. Nicola eventually chose a custom Valentino gown, a decision that reportedly sparked backlash, with Nicola unfairly “painted as a brat” for not wearing a Victoria Beckham design. The source noted Nicola’s prior support for Victoria’s brand, having worn her creations at numerous events, including her film premiere for Lola in February 2024 and her engagement shoot.
Yet, a second insider disputes the dress drama, calling it “far from the truth.” This source highlights how many times the wedding dress story has been recycled in media to depict Nicola as a victim. “The Beckhams have all tried so hard with Nicola, but it’s become impossible,” the insider said, indicating that tensions go beyond the gown.
Nicola herself denied any conflict over the wedding dress in a 2023 interview with Variety. She explained that Victoria’s atelier was unable to complete the dress, which led to her choosing Valentino instead. “She didn’t say you can’t wear it; I didn’t say I didn’t want to wear it,” Nicola said. “That’s where it started, and then they ran with that.”
Nicola’s Valentino wedding gown was a luxurious haute couture creation by Pierpaolo Piccioli, featuring a sleeveless square neckline, cathedral-length train, French lace veil, and matching gloves. She described choosing Valentino as a “no-brainer” in a British Vogue interview.
Rumours of a wider family rift deepened after Nicola and Brooklyn were absent from David Beckham’s 50th birthday celebrations in March 2025, despite reportedly being invited. A source revealed ongoing tensions between Brooklyn and his family, particularly with Nicola, though they insisted the relationship was “not beyond repair.”
Further discord allegedly erupted when Victoria hijacked a special wedding dance, according to a source close to the Peltz family. The source recounted that Marc Anthony, a friend of the Beckhams, offered to perform as a gift at the wedding and invited Victoria to the stage, calling her “the most beautiful woman in the room.” This reportedly upset Nicola, who felt Victoria had “ruined her wedding” and left in tears.
However, another source who attended the wedding shared a different account. They said Nicola and Brooklyn’s formal first dance took place earlier in the evening, and Marc Anthony’s performance happened later during a casual segment. According to this eyewitness, the evening ended on a high note with Victoria and Brooklyn dancing together, along with David Beckham and daughter Harper, with everyone enjoying the festivities.
Neither Victoria nor David Beckham’s representatives responded to requests for comment on the reports.
The Beckham-Peltz family saga remains a story of contrasting perspectives, where fashion, family, and high-profile expectations collide behind the scenes of a glamorous wedding. Fans and observers await further developments as the parties navigate their complex relationships.
