In the November 21 episode of The Young and the Restless, viewers will finally see the wedding gown Christine “Cricket” Blair wears when she walks down the aisle toward Danny Romalotti. But this time, her dress wasn’t chosen by the costume department alone — fans made the call. After weeks of voting on three completely different designs, the results are in, and the winning look delivers a modern twist that even Lauralee Bell didn’t expect, People reported.
Key Takeaways
- Fans selected Cricket’s strapless bodycon gown with a cutout and sweetheart neckline.
- Costume designer Mandi Line created three dresses: elegant bodycon, boho chic, and Carrie Bradshaw-inspired.
- Danny and Christine’s much-anticipated wedding begins Friday, November 21, with more scenes airing Monday.
Fans Made the Final Call for the Bride
In September, Lauralee Bell (Cricket) and the show opened voting to Y&R viewers, offering a chance to help choose Cricket’s wedding dress. It was a gesture Bell pushed for, wanting longtime fans — many who have rooted for Cricket and Danny (Michael Damian) for more than 30 years — to feel part of the celebration.
The winning design was the sleek, strapless bodycon gown with a cutout, a dress that blends sophistication with a modern edge. Bell admits she and the costume team kept the results tightly under wraps. Even her family didn’t know which gown won. But as the votes poured in, fans made it clear they wanted Cricket to step into something bold this time.
How the Final Three Dresses Took Shape
Originally, costume designer Mandi Line planned to build one custom gown that would bridge Cricket’s classic past with her present. But once the show decided to involve fans, her vision expanded. Line and her team created three distinct options: a bodycon silhouette, a romantic boho look, and a playful dress inspired by Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw.
Line and Bell worked closely throughout the process, refining each detail and shaping how Cricket would present herself on one of her biggest days. Line says they grew “very close,” joking that she feels like she’s in Cricket’s wedding herself.
Bell praised Line’s eye for fit and comfort, saying she trusted her completely — especially during the scramble of organizing three unique dresses for a single reveal.
A Wedding 30 Years in the Making
Cricket and Danny’s first wedding aired in 1990, a sun-soaked Hawaii ceremony that still lives in Y&R memory. Their marriage didn’t last, thanks to Danny’s explosive scandal with Phyllis, but the nostalgia surrounding their romance never faded. Fans have been waiting decades to see them take another chance on each other.
Bell says the response to “Cricket and Danny 2.0” has been overwhelming. Their engagement and upcoming wedding have stirred old memories, renewed excitement, and devoted support.
With the dress finally chosen, all that’s left is for Cricket to walk down the aisle — and for fans to see their vote make history. Stay tuned for a special Soap Hub interview with Bell and Damian ahead of Cricket and Danny’s wedding.
