Olivia Culpo Defends Demure Wedding Gown Amidst Backlash

Former Miss Universe Olivia Culpo has spoken out against the controversy surrounding her modest wedding dress, expressing surprise and disappointment over the backlash it received. She insists that her words about not wanting her gown to "exude sex" were taken out of context and that she has no regrets about her choice.

In a recent interview with Fox News Digital, Olivia Culpo addressed the drama that ensued after she unveiled her demure wedding dress to marry NFL star Christian McCaffrey. Ahead of their June wedding, Culpo expressed her desire for a gown that did not convey any sexual appeal, a comment that sparked backlash on social media.

Olivia Culpo Defends Demure Wedding Gown Amidst Backlash

Culpo expressed her disbelief that her words were interpreted in such a negative way. "It took a lot of mental gymnastics for people to get to the conclusions that they got to on that one," she said. "I don't understand that mindset. I would never be that person to someone. So to imagine why somebody would do that to myself is something I'll never know."

Among the critics of Culpo's gown was fashion influencer Kennedy Bingham, who accused her of promoting a conservative agenda. Bingham's comments prompted McCaffrey to defend his wife, calling the post "evil" and stating that Culpo finds joy and peace in a way Bingham never could.

Olivia Culpo Defends Demure Wedding Gown Amidst Backlash

Culpo expressed pity for her online critics, suggesting that they may be struggling with their own lives. "I feel like trolls [are] people who are so upset with their lives that they have to spread hate," she said. "Really, that's what it comes down to. You have to keep that in mind and feel bad for them."

Despite the criticism, Culpo affirmed her unwavering satisfaction with her wedding dress. "Going back, I would re-select the dress that I chose," she said. "I chose the style of that dress because I liked the style, and I could see it standing the test of time. There was nothing else outside of that motivated me to choose it."

Olivia Culpo Defends Demure Wedding Gown Amidst Backlash

Culpo and McCaffrey, who began dating in 2019, married in a church in Watch Hill, Rhode Island on June 29. Culpo shared that her husband and wife relationship does not feel significantly different, but it is more fulfilling. She also emphasized the importance of their shared Christian faith in guiding their decisions.

In addition, Culpo discussed her new partnership with PayPal and her passion for shopping. She praised the PayPal debit card for its convenience and the ability to earn cashback on purchases.

Olivia Culpo Defends Demure Wedding Gown Amidst Backlash

Throughout the interview, Culpo remained poised and confident in her choices, despite the controversy surrounding her wedding gown. She emphasized the value of personal fulfillment and the importance of standing by one's beliefs, regardless of external criticism.