A Look Back at Kim and Kanye's Ultra-Glam Wedding

The couple rings in first wedding anniversary on May 24.

L-O-V-E - Happy anniversary, KimYe! Kim Kardashian and Kanye West mark one-year of marriage on May 24. To celebrate, we’re giving you a look back at all the magic and the over-the-top glam of their European wedding. By Britt Middleton(Photo: Thelonius/Splash News)

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L-O-V-E - Happy anniversary, KimYe! Kim Kardashian and Kanye West mark one-year of marriage on May 24. To celebrate, we’re giving you a look back at all the magic and the over-the-top glam of their European wedding. By Britt Middleton(Photo: Thelonius/Splash News)

All in a Picture - Speaking of wedding pictures, all that work Kanye claims he put into perfecting their first wedding pic paid off — the sweet image was the most liked photo in Instagram history at the time.   (Photo: Kim Kardashian via Instagram)

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Major Moment - The multi-city, week-long affair included some pre-wedding partying in Paris before their official ceremony in Florence, Italy, culminating with this sweet smooch at the altar. Fun fact: With more than 2.4 million likes, this photo of Mr. and Mrs. West was the most popular Instagram snap of 2014 and the most liked in the app’s history. (Photo: Kim Kardashian via Instagram)   

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The Official Wedding Venue - On May 24, 2014, KimYe tied the knot in a luxurious ceremony in at Forte di Belvedere in Florence. All-Star guests included John Legend and wife Chrissy Teigen, La La Anthony, producer Rick Rubin and 12 Years a Slave director Steve McQueen. Why Florence? Yeezy recently told an Italian newspaper that he “adores” the city’s lifestyle and that he vacationed there with his then-fiancé last year.  (Photo: Mondadori Portfolio/GettyImages)

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The Official Wedding Venue - On May 24, 2014, KimYe tied the knot in a luxurious ceremony in at Forte di Belvedere in Florence. All-Star guests included John Legend and wife Chrissy Teigen, La La Anthony, producer Rick Rubin and 12 Years a Slave director Steve McQueen. Why Florence? Yeezy recently told an Italian newspaper that he “adores” the city’s lifestyle and that he vacationed there with his then-fiancé last year. (Photo: Mondadori Portfolio/GettyImages)

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Incredible View - On the eve of their wedding, the happy couple treated their guests to a private tour and pre-wedding rehersal dinner at the famed Château of Versailles, the former home of Louis XIV, nestled in the Île-de-France region of France. Hey, if it's good enough for royalty, it's good enough for KimYe! (Photo: Hannah-Mac/GettyImages)

Bestie Shopping Trip - Kim Kardashian and good friend Serena Williams leave their Paris hotel on their way to the Balmain showroom. (Photo: KCS Presse / Splash News)

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Pre-Wedding Shopping - Who better to shop with than your best gal pal? Kim, wearing head-to-toe-denim, did some pre-wedding shopping on April 30 with longtime friend Serena Williams. The ladies browsed the showrooms of Balmain, Lanvin and Azzedine Alaïa before stopping into Häagen-Dazs for a sweet treat. (Photo: KCS Presse / Splash News)

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The Secret Garden - Kim toured the Chateau Louis XIV with friend and Balmain creative director Olivier Rousteing, sharing this candid of the sprawling manicured lawns.  (Photo: Kim Kardashian via Instagram)

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The Secret Garden - Kim toured the Chateau Louis XIV with friend and Balmain creative director Olivier Rousteing, sharing this candid of the sprawling manicured lawns. (Photo: Kim Kardashian via Instagram)

Au Revoir for Now - Here’s a closer look at Kim’s black velvet Balmain dress, which she accessorizes with a vintage Judith Leiber belt, tights from her own Kardashian Kollection and Tom Ford booties, for her flight back to Los Angeles on April 14.   (Photo: Kim Kardashian via Instagram)

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Au Revoir for Now - Here’s a closer look at Kim’s black velvet Balmain dress, which she accessorizes with a vintage Judith Leiber belt, tights from her own Kardashian Kollection and Tom Ford booties, for her flight back to Los Angeles on April 14. (Photo: Kim Kardashian via Instagram)

A Lovers Stroll - Kanye West takes a walk along rue Francois Premier in Paris with his boo, Kim Kardashian. (Photo: Marc Piasecki/GC Images)

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Happy Couple - In early April, the happy couple was snapped strolling hand in hand through the streets of Paris and running some pre-wedding errands. While ‘Ye keeps it casual in a hoodie and jeans, his lady continues her glam post-pregnancy style in an embroidered navy Balmain frock and black booties. (Photo: Marc Piasecki/GC Images)

Bride-to-Be - Kim Kardashian arrives with a few friends to her bridal party luncheon at La Scala in Beverly Hills. The reality TV star is set to wed Kanye West in Paris on May 24.  (Photo: Splash News)

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Here Comes the Bride - Kim gave us a taste of her bridal uniform at her May 10 bridal shower in Los Angeles, sporting a curve-hugging white mini dress with pearl straps. Mom Kris Jenner, sisters Khloe and Kendall and besties Ciara and Serena Williams were on hand to fete the bride-to-be. (Photo: Splash News)

The Gang’s All Here - Kim’s sisters Kourtney, Kylie and Khloe are among the Kardashian fam touching down in Paris this week for the lavish affair. We can only imagine what that bachelorette party will be like!(Photos from left: Ralph,PacificCoastNews, RA, PacificCoastNews)

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The Gang’s All Here - Kim’s sisters Kourtney, Kylie and Khloe are among the Kardashian fam touching down in Paris this week for the lavish affair. We can only imagine what that bachelorette party will be like!(Photos from left: Ralph,PacificCoastNews, RA, PacificCoastNews)

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Match Made in Heaven - Sporting coordinating denim, the couple stepped out in Paris on May 18, stopping for Kim’s favorite summer treat: Häagen-Dazs for caramel ice-cream cones. Judging by her fab pre-wedding abs, she’s earned it!  (Photo: TGB / Splash News)

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Match Made in Heaven - Sporting coordinating denim, the couple stepped out in Paris on May 18, stopping for Kim’s favorite summer treat: Häagen-Dazs for caramel ice-cream cones. Judging by her fab pre-wedding abs, she’s earned it! (Photo: TGB / Splash News)

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Get Me Bodied - The soon-to-be-Mrs. West let her bodacious bod do the talking, rocking a pink bodysuit teamed with a taupe suede pencil skirt and sharp white pumps while heading to her favorite lunch spot, L'Avenue, with her fiancé on May 19. (Photo: PacificCoastNews)

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The Workout Plan - After a sweat session at a Paris gym on May 20, the couple opted for a covert exit, attempting to disguise their faces from the cameras with bandanas.  (Photo: Ralph,PacificCoastNews)

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Power Couple - What do you get the power couple that has everything? More matching ensembles! Kim and Yeezy continued their matchy-matchy streak in tan-and-black outfits while shopping at Martin Margiela on May 21.  (Photo: Ralph,PacificCoastNews)

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Mommy and Me - Later that day, with adorable baby North in tow, Kim is spotted dashing into the Givenchy showroom. We wonder if mommy’s picking up some new styles for Nori’s closet? (Photo: PacificCoastNews)

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Back in Black - Another day, another fabulous look. Kim goes sleek in a leather top, matching pencil skirt and gold chain sandals for lunch at L'Avenue restaurant on May 22, finishing with dark sunnies to block out the pesky paparazzi.   (Photo: Ralph,PacificCoastNews)

Paris Nights - Later that night, Kim rounded up her closest friends, including sister Khloe and BFF La La Anthony, for a pre-wedding feast at Hotel Costes. She captions this sweet shot, “I'm so lucky! I have the best friends in the whole wide world! #ParisNights #LastSupper.”  (Photo: Kim Kardashian via Instagram)

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Paris Nights - Later that night, Kim rounded up her closest friends, including sister Khloe and BFF La La Anthony, for a pre-wedding feast at Hotel Costes. She captions this sweet shot, “I'm so lucky! I have the best friends in the whole wide world! #ParisNights #LastSupper.” (Photo: Kim Kardashian via Instagram)

Flawless - Here’s a closer look at the stunning pearl encrusted Balmain mini she wore for the night’s festivities. Get it, Kim!  (Photo: Kim Kardashian via Instagram) 

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Flawless - Here’s a closer look at the stunning pearl encrusted Balmain mini she wore for the night’s festivities. Get it, Kim! (Photo: Kim Kardashian via Instagram) 

Girls Night Out - Flanked by La La and pal Brittny Gastineau, Kim can’t help but beam while checking out the Louvre Pyramid.   (Photo: Kim Kardashian via Instagram)

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Girls Night Out - Flanked by La La and pal Brittny Gastineau, Kim can’t help but beam while checking out the Louvre Pyramid.  (Photo: Kim Kardashian via Instagram)

A Moment Like This - The ladies wrap up the night with a stop at the Eiffel Tower.   (Photo: Kim Kardashian via Instagram) 

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A Moment Like This - The ladies wrap up the night with a stop at the Eiffel Tower.  (Photo: Kim Kardashian via Instagram) 

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Angels in the Sky - After a week of shopping and partying in Paris, Kim and Kanye officially kicked off their wedding agenda with a brunch at the sprawling home of designer Valentino. The couple's celeb friends weren't the only honored guests — look closely at Kim's Instagram photo of the estate's grounds and you'll see a flock of birds in the distance. "Little angels in the sky blessing us," captioned Kim, "#TheyDidn'tShowUpInAnyoneElsesPicture."   (Photo: Kim Kardashian via Instagram)

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Angels in the Sky - Italian fashion designer Valentino hosted the wedding party at his home for a pre-wedding brunch on May 23. Sharing a shot of the sprawling gardens, Kim writes, "Little angels in the sky blessing us. #TheyDidntShowUpInAnyoneElsesPicture #Valentino"(Photo: Kim Kardashian via Instagram)  

Butterfly Kisses - For the party, Kim brought out all the stops in her plunging butterfly-print Valentino frock. And isn’t Mr. West killing it in his slim navy suit and patent oxfords?   (Photo: Giancarlo Giammetti via Instagram)

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Butterfly Kisses - For the party, Kim brought out all the stops in her plunging butterfly-print Valentino frock. And isn’t Mr. West killing it in his slim navy suit and patent oxfords?  (Photo: Giancarlo Giammetti via Instagram)

Kimye Still in 'Honeymoon Phase'  - Kim Kardashian says that Kanye West is the one, for real, for real this time. She revealed in a recent interview that she thinks she and Kanye will be in the "honeymoon phase" forever. She says they chat on the phone every single day when they're apart and they try to treat each other as if every day is a birthday.(Photo: KCS Presse / Splash News)

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Show Me What You Got - And later that night, the couple bared all in matching plunging necklines at the palace of Versailles, where they held their rehearsal dinner. Kim looks gorge in her show-stopping white dress, complementing with a soft updo, while ‘Ye teams his taupe suit with a low-cut black t-shirt. If ya got it, flaunt it.(Photo: KCS Presse / Splash News)

Sharing the Stage - And here’s another view of their chic rehearsal dinner style. Do we sense a Kanye-Kim music collaboration in the future? Either way, they look amazing together on stage.  (Photo: Giancarlo Giammetti via Instagram)

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Sharing the Stage - And here’s another view of their chic rehearsal dinner style. Do we sense a Kanye-Kim music collaboration in the future? Either way, they look amazing together on stage. (Photo: Giancarlo Giammetti via Instagram)

Kim Kardashian - Kim K.’s wedding to Kanye West can only be described as a fête for the ages, so it’s no surprise that the bride really did it up. She rocked a custom long-sleeved lace gown by Givenchy that featured sheer panels along the bodice and a breathtaking lace train.  (Photo: Kim Kardashian via Instagram)

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Introducing Mr. and Mrs. Kanye West - Kim said “I do” in a stunning long-sleeved Givenchy Haute Couture by Riccardo Tisci gown with lace panels, finishing with a romantic, floor-length veil. She wore her hair loose with a middle part and kept her makeup natural. Kanye also chose Givenchy, taking a happy stride in his classic tux and bow tie.(Photo: Kim Kardashian via Instagram)

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Pure Decadence - Excuse us while we catch our breath. We just spied a rear view of Kim’s jaw-dropping train. Beautiful.(Photo: Kim Kardashian via Instagram) 

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Pure Decadence - Excuse us while we catch our breath. We just spied a rear view of Kim’s jaw-dropping train. Beautiful.(Photo: Kim Kardashian via Instagram) 

Cheers to Us - For the reception, Kim changed into a beaded v-neck white frock, as seen in this adorable candid with her new hubby. Aren't they lovely?(Photo: Olivier Rousteing via Instagram)

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Cheers to Us - For the reception, Kim changed into a beaded v-neck white frock, as seen in this adorable candid with her new hubby. Aren't they lovely?(Photo: Olivier Rousteing via Instagram)

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Just Married! - Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. West! Here’s to many more years of love and killer style.(Photo: Khloe Kardashian via Instagram)