Royal Wedding Recap: A Summary
2018-06-01

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A wedding that seems to be straight out of a Disney movie, the wedding between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle is one of the most highly anticipated event of the year. From carriage rides to fireworks, this wedding had it all. 

If you weren’t part of the millions that tuned into the highly anticipated #royalwedding between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, we’ve got you covered. 

Here’s everything you need to know about the most publicised wedding of the year!

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The Ceremony

Prince Harry and Ms Markle tied the knot on 19 May 2018 at St George’s Chapel, Windsor. Unlike the royal tradition of getting married on a weekday, the couple decided to wed on a Saturday unlike most royals before them—the first of many traditions they broke. 

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Unlike the usual bridal parties, Ms Markle decided to forgo the practice of having adults as her bridesmaids. Instead, her bridal party consisted of children including Prince George, Princess Charlotte, Prince Harry’s godchildren, Ms Markle’s goddaughters, as well as the children of her closest friend. Prince Harry’s best man was filled in by none other than his brother, Prince William. 

The ceremony was attended by about 600 guests, which included members of the public and all three of Princess Diana’s siblings, one of which did a reading during the ceremony as well. 

Ms Markle’s entrance was nothing short of breathtaking in her gown as she did a solo walk down the aisle, another first in royal history. Although she was met halfway by Prince Charles who accompanied her the rest of the way to her groom. 

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As he lifted her veil, the world will go on to remember the look of love on Ms Markle as she gazed at the Prince. Under the guidance of Officiant David Conner, Dean of Windsor, the royal couple exchanged their vows and rings as they held hands throughout the ceremony. 

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While Ms Markle’s engagement ring was designed by Prince Harry, her wedding ring was made of Welsh Gold, a gift from the Queen, while the Prince’s ring was made out of platinum and that had a textured finish.

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Following the ceremony, the couple went on a carriage ride to greet the thousands of guests that lined the streets in hopes to share the joy of the day with them. While the congregation was invited to a lunchtime reception hosted by the Queen that included a performance by Sir Elton John, at the request of Prince Harry. 

Bride & Groom Outfits 

During the days leading up to this highly anticipated event, the design of Ms Markle’s wedding dress was a tightly kept secret. Ms Markle eventually made her appearance in a simple yet stunning all-white boat-neck timeless Givenchy dress. 

Her veil, on the other hand, was a 5-metre long silk tulle that was hand-embroidered with the national flowers of each Commonwealth country. Her look was completed with a diamond bandeau tiara which belonged to Queen Mary (on loan from the current Queen) and Cartier earrings and bracelet. 

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Sticking to the theme of elegant simplicity, Ms Markle’s makeup look can be described as the “no makeup, makeup look” with a smokey eyeshadow, filled-in brows, pink lips and an almost bare skin with her freckles on full display—just the way she likes it.

She was also said to carry a bouquet that was handpicked by the Prince himself. It included sweet peas, lily of the valley, astilbe, jasmine, astrantia and forget-me-nots—Princess Diana’s favourite. Her royal bouquet also included the traditional sprig of myrtle, a symbol of hope and love. 

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On the other hand, Prince Harry took the place of Prince Charming in his frock coat uniform of the Blues and Royals – adorned with permission from the Queen. 

Evening Reception

The celebration didn’t stop there. A private reception was held at Frogmore House in the evening for about 200 of the couple’s families and closest friends. 

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The couple changed into what would seem as more comfortable party-wear. Prince Harry went with the classic tuxedo while Ms Markle wore her second wedding dress, a halter-neck Stella McCartney with an emerald-cut aquamarine ring which belonged to Princess Diana and is said to be a wedding gift from the Prince. 

The celebratory reception had the setting of an intimate sit-down dinner where guests were said to have dined on posh burgers, candy floss and entertained by celebrity DJ — with Idris Elba taking the stage at some point. 

Just like every other fairytale wedding, the night ended off with a spectacular fireworks display, signifying the start of the journey for the newly conferred Duke and Duchess of Sussex.