New Idea 28 May 2018

When a dashing prince marries his Hollywood bride, you are guaranteed a good dose of pageantry – and when Prince Harry wed Meghan Markle at St George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle, on May 19, they didn’t disappoint. After their whirlwind romance captured hearts and headlines, the loved-up duo did their best to keep their day personal, while also sharing their joy with the public. Despite saying their ‘I dos’ in front of 600 guests and billions watching around the world, the couple were completely wrapped up in each other – their intimate love plain for all to see. Entering the church as Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the couple exited hand-in-hand as not only husband and wife, but also the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. Let the adventure begin...…

MEG-A DRESS! Simple yet showstopping, the bride surprised the world as she stepped out in a pure white silk gown by British designer Clare Waight Keller of Givenchy with a 4.5-metre veil embroidered with flowers of the Commonwealth. With no beading or detailing, the simple long-sleeved boat-necked gown was a fairytale dress for Meghan. THE TIARA & EARRINGS Meghan wore Queen Mary’s stunning Filigree Tiara, also known as the Queen Mary Diamond Bandeau Tiara, which features a centre jewel detail. Gorgeous! To complement the stunning tiara, Meghan opted for simple diamond studs by exclusive designer Cartier. THE VEIL The 4.5-metre veil – made of silk tulle – carried a special message, featuring flowers from 53 countries of the Commonwealth. THE RING Meghan’s ring was fashioned from a piece of Welsh gold, gifted by Her Majesty The Queen. THE…

With Harry carrying out best man duties at his brother’s 2011 wedding, this time it was William’s turn to take on the supporting role. Arriving at St George’s Chapel on foot and greeting the waiting crowd with waves and beaming smiles, it was clearly a very special and emotional moment for the princes, who have been by each other’s side through the toughest of times. Princess Diana would have been very delighted with her sons, who looked dashing in matching frockcoat uniforms of the Blues and Royals. Both uniforms have the rank of major, with Harry’s including Pilot’s Wings from his service with the Army Air Corps, while William’s wings were attained while serving in the RAF and he also wore a gold aiguillette as an aide-de-camp to the Queen. Taking their seats…

It was the moment the world has waited months for – Meghan Markle’s arrival at Windsor Castle for her wedding to Prince Harry. Making the 17km journey from Cliveden House to St George’s Chapel in a vintage Rolls-Royce Phantom IV, 150,000 well-wishers lined the Long Walk to catch the first glimpse of the beautiful bride on her big day. The stunning actress-turned-duchess-to-be started the car ride with her mother, Doria Ragland, by her side, before completing the rest of the trip with seven-year-old pageboys Brian and John Mulroney after a short pause inside the grounds of Windsor Castle. Beaming as she waved to the crowds, it was clear that this was as special a moment for Meghan – as it was for the rest of the world. What a bride!…

Truly a princess in the making, Meghan looked every bit the royal as she elegantly took her final steps as a single woman. She left the crowd breathless as she walked up the stairs to the church with her veil floating beautifully behind her, held aloft by delighted twins Brian and John Mulroney, the seven-year-old sons of Meghan’s best friend Jessica Mulroney. Stealing the show momentarily with their excited giggles, the twins managed to remain composed as they walked into the church holding Meghan’s veil off the ground. Aside from Meghan, it was little Princess Charlotte who was the main attraction on the steps of the church. Playing up for the cameras, the tiny royal held firmly onto mum Kate’s hand as she soaked up the attention. But after meeting the priest at the top…

AS MEGHAN APPROACHED THE ALTAR, AN EMOTIONAL HARRY GUSHED: ‘YOU LOOK AMAZING, I MISSED YOU’ PRINCE HARRY It was the moment no-one – especially the royal family – expected, with the sermon from Reverend Michael Curry proving to be a breath of fresh air. And the lighter moment, which took place in the middle of the ceremony, was not lost on the young royals – with their response teetering on hysterical! Many viewers noticed their reactions to the speech that was indeed different to what is normally seen in the Church of England. Princess Beatrice stole the show with her eye-popping reaction to the reverend’s words, which he opened up with a quote by Martin Luther King Jr. ‘All the younger royals like Zara and Bea were giggling at the American vicar,’ Phil Dampier says. ‘He…