Heathrow's Terminal 5 debacle counts bridal gown among lost possessions

by Kristen Seymour, Posted Apr 3rd 2008 2:30PM

Filed Under: Destination Ceremonies, Bridal Bloopers

By now you've likely heard all about the baggage issues at Heathrow Airport's Terminal 5, but, if you've missed the story, let us briefly fill you in. The terminal, as the new home of British Airways, was supposed to be amazing -- the Queen even showed up to celebrate. However, hours after opening for business, the baggage handling system had a meltdown and it is currently estimated that between 20K and 28K bags are floating around within the terminal, which is the size of a small city.

Included in those lost bags are items belonging to Karen Ball and Jonathan Woodward who were planning to get married in Hawaii tomorrow. Her gown is somewhere in that heap of baggage. The owner of the shop where Karen bought her gown doesn't have another exactly like it, but does have it in gold. Her seamstress is prepared to alter it to Karen's measurements, but the airline can't guarantee that the gown will reach the bride in time for the wedding.

We hope this couple finds a way to enjoy their amazing wedding and vacation despite this setback, because, even though we're sure it doesn't feel that way right now, the important thing is that they will be married, with or without her dream dress.

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