In an intimate yet historically resonant ceremony near the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, Princess Iman Pahlavi, granddaughter of Iran’s last monarch Mohammad Reza Shah and Empress Farah Pahlavi, married Bradley Sherman, an American tech entrepreneur and venture capitalist. The weekend celebration marked not only a union of two individuals, but also a poignant blending of cultures, generations, and global influences.
Surrounded by close family and friends—including the bride’s grandmother, Her Imperial Majesty Empress Farah Pahlavi—the wedding served as both a private milestone and a public tribute to enduring heritage. The event was steeped in tradition and yet unmistakably modern, reflecting the bride’s deep cultural roots and contemporary worldview.
Princess Iman wore a custom Elie Saab gown that transformed into three different looks throughout the day and evening — merging timeless grace with versatile design. Her grandmother, Empress Farah, also wore Elie Saab Couture, a nod to legacy and sophistication, while the bride’s mother and sisters were dressed in elegant couture ensembles that mirrored the refined tone of the occasion. The groom and the bride’s father were dressed by NB44, a menswear label by Nicholas Bijan, the son of the late iconic Iranian-American designer Bijan of Rodeo Drive fame and a longtime friend of the Pahlavi family.
The wedding featured elements that honoured Persian tradition in a contemporary way. One such highlight was the ceremonial Sofreh Aghd, a symbolic part of Persian weddings, which was curated by Persian lifestyle brand Ilái Sarái. While not the centrepiece of the wedding, the Sofreh was a meaningful tribute to the bride’s heritage and included elements crafted in collaboration with artisans from Iran, Italy, Mexico, France, and the Middle East.
More than a royal celebration, the wedding was a vibrant expression of identity—blending Iranian culture with global perspectives, and luxury with intention. It reflected a new generation of royalty that embraces heritage while moving confidently into the future.
Saina Babaee, founder of Ilái Sarái, who helped curate elements of the event, reflected on the occasion:
