Vicky Pattison Weds in Unique Mini Dress: From Mental Health Struggles to Italian Celebration
Former *Geordie Shore
star Vicky Pattison said "I do" to fiancé Ercan Ramadan in a stunning, unconventional ceremony at London's Old Marylebone Town Hall on Saturday, 24th July. The 36-year-old reality TV personality chose to forgo a traditional floor-length gown, instead opting for a dazzling white off-the-shoulder mini dress paired with sky-high silver platforms. Her look was completed with an elegant short veil. Ercan, looking dapper in a sleek black suit and bowtie, joined his bride in a celebratory exit, greeted by cheers and confetti from their 150 guests.
Among the star-studded attendees were fellow reality TV personality Pete Wicks, who was spotted applauding the newlyweds outside the venue. Pattison and Ramadan's wedding follows in the footsteps of other notable couples who have tied the knot at the same historic location, including Sir Paul McCartney and Nancy Shevell, as well as Liam Gallagher and Nicole Appleton.
The couple's celebrations are far from over, with a lavish follow-up ceremony planned in the picturesque Puglia region of Italy. This glamorous event will be documented for Pattison's Channel 4 special, *Vicky Pattison: Destination Wedding*, offering fans a glimpse into the festivities.
This joyful milestone arrives after Pattison candidly shared her struggles with mental health, including the challenges of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). In heartfelt Instagram posts leading up to the wedding, she spoke openly about the debilitating effects of PMDD, an extreme form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS).
"Believe me, in the week before my wedding I didn't want to be this person... you imagine being excited and happy, having little dickie birds pop your dress on for you... instead, I've been depressed, anxious and self-critical filled with feminine rage, hopelessness and exhaustion. That's what PMDD does," she wrote, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the condition.
Pattison described the experience as a constant struggle to rebuild a "sandcastle of good habits, positive moods, and a loving personality" only to have it "swept away" by the "wave" of PMDD symptoms. She shared that the "annoying" timing of PMDD often coincides with important events, robbing her of moments that should have been filled with joy and confidence.
She acknowledged that there isn't always a positive outcome in her battle with PMDD, but expressed solidarity with others facing similar struggles with the message, "I see you."
Pattison's openness about her mental health journey serves as a powerful reminder of the impact of PMDD and encourages understanding and support for those affected by the condition. As she embarks on this new chapter with her husband, her vulnerability and strength inspire others to embrace their own journeys, regardless of the challenges they may face.
