Because you can never get enough Royal Wedding!

We were experiencing some technical difficulties with our blog last week and unfortunately were not able to bring you our recap of the Royal Wedding as soon as we would have liked. However we all know that you cannot get enough of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, so we are happy to give you one more piece of indulgence.

On Friday April 29th, the world fell in love with a beautiful beginning. Not much of a surprise was the number of people who awoke bright eyed and bushy tailed at 4:00am to watch a prince and his beautiful bride become HRH and Duchess of Cambridge.

It was a stunning morning, and people flooded the Buckingham Palace grounds. Guests arrived well suited, and happy in outrageously beautiful hats. Prince William and his brother Harry clean up quite nicely in their royal suits, as did Kate’s maid of honor and sister Pippa in her fitted Alexander McQueen.

But of course we all waited for the blushing bride to show face. And it was worth the wait! Kate arrived in a vintage Rolls Royce in her gorgeous Lace Bodice Alexander McQueen gown, designed by Creative Director Sarah Burton. The elegant lace sleeves were entirely fitting of the venue, Westminster Abbey. Interestingly, Kate’s “Something old” is the lace appliqué, hand-made by the Royal School of Needlework. Even more stunning is the nearly eight-foot train which awed the guests. 58 buttons held Kate in this flawless gown, alongside a small blue ribbon, which served as Kate’s “Something Blue”. Kate’s veil was made of ivory silk tulle, with embroidered trim also done by the Royal School of Needlework.

As far as accessories go, this princess rocked the good stuff. Although Kate’s wedding band was quite simple, her sapphire engagement ring is anything but. And to boot, Princess Diana owned this beauty. Even more amazing is the Halo Tiara loaned to Kate by Queen Elizabeth II. This “something borrowed” was originally a gift from King George VI to Elizabeth on her 18th birthday.

For Kate’s “something new”, she had a pair of diamond earrings created for her by jeweler Robinson Pelham. Although the earrings were designed to compliment the tiara, the also bare resemblance to the Middleton family’s new coat of arms.

After several sessions with makeup artist Arabella Preston, Kate did her own makeup for her special day. James Price, longtime stylist created a “demi-chignon” for Kate; a half-updo with cascading curls to offset the tiara.

Lastly, though I believe the significance equally important, is Kate’s beautiful bouquet. Anyone would agree that of all weddings, royal weddings do the best job in keeping traditions alive. This includes the symbolism held in the bridal bouquet. The bouquet included lily-of-the-valley (for return of happiness), hyacinth (consistency of love), and ivy (for fidelity, marriage, and affection), as well as stems from plants grown from sprigs of the bridal bouquets of Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth.

Though this beautiful wedding included so many more highlights, the bride is always the best to remember. Think about that, future brides. One day all your friends and family will be able to remember is the princess-like beauty you carry through your entire day.

Happy Planning,

Deanna M
Bridal Assistant