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CelebrityHello!Princess Sofia opens up on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle after royal wedding
Princess Sofia of Sweden says she wouldn’t follow in Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's footsteps and "do a Megxit", despite the "stormy" years in the run-up to her royal wedding with Prince Carl Philip on 13 June 2015.Sofia was posed the question as to whether she would do the same as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex and resign from the royal family and move abroad during an interview for Swedish TV channel TV4, filmed in South Africa.MORE: Inside Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's new £11.2million house in LALoading the player... var track = function (evt_name) { dataLayer.push({ 'event': evt_name, 'eventValue': { 'category': 'videos', 'action': evt_name, 'label': 'HELLO - Oz3vTy0x', 'videoUrl': 'https://content.jwplatform.com/videos/Oz3vTy0x.mp4', 'videoTitle': 'Harry and Meghan: Key dates in the Megxit crisis' } }); }; var playerInstance = playerInstance || []; playerInstance['Oz3vTy0x'] = jwplayer('MC42NjU1MjkwMCAxNjAwMDc3OTYyMzY0NzA='); playerInstance['Oz3vTy0x'].setup({ sources: [ {file: 'https://content.jwplatform.com/videos/Oz3vTy0x-720.mp4', label: '480'}, {file: 'https://content.jwplatform.com/videos/Oz3vTy0x-1280.mp4', label: '720 HD', default: 'true'}, {file: 'https://content.jwplatform.com/videos/Oz3vTy0x-1920.mp4', label: '1080 HD'}], primary: 'html5', image:'https://content.jwplatform.com/thumbs/Oz3vTy0x-720.jpg', related: { file: 'https://www.hellomagazine.com/feed/video.html?publication=hello&tags;%5B0%5D=Duchess%2520of%2520Sussex&tags;%5B1%5D=GLOBAL&tags;%5B2%5D=Meghan&tags;%5B3%5D=News%252FEurope%2520News&tags;%5B4%5D=duke%2520of%2520sussex&tags;%5B5%5D=harry&tags;%5B6%5D=royals', onclick: 'play' }, autostart: false, sharing: {} }); jwplayer().onPlay(function () { track('play'); }); jwplayer().onPause(function () { track('pause'); }); jwplayer().onComplete(function () { track('complete'); }); jwplayer().onSeek(function () { track('seek'); }); WATCH: Meghan Markle and Prince Harry make decision to leave the UK"No, not really," she replied. "I think I have found such a fantastic balance, and I really see it as positive that I have made it through these stormy years. It is such a huge advantage, in that we have the opportunity to stand a little in both worlds."RELATED: Prince Harry's real reason for moving to USA with Meghan Markle revealedShe went on to discuss her identity, which has previously played a part in the "stormy years" she refers to. "Since I became a princess, I have been through many identity crises," she explained. "Here in South Africa, I have a type of identity and when I come home, I have something else. Here, I am allowed to be who I want to be." Princess Sofia and Prince Carl Philip married in 2015Ahead of her nuptials, Sofia's role as a glamour model and a reality TV star proved problematic for her relationship with Prince Carl Philip after her career was frowned upon, but the couple are still happily married five years after their big day, as well as being parents to two children Prince Alexander and Prince Gabriel.SEE: Princess Sofia and Prince Carl Philip's love storySofia and Carl Philip met in 2010, when the two were eating in the same restaurant alongside mutual friends. "We started with a shy greeting and everything followed," said Carl Philip after their engagement.As for the proposal, Carl added, "I was nervous. I woke up several times the night before, I don't know if Sofia noticed. I wanted it to be a surprise."Make sure you never miss a ROYAL story! Sign up to our newsletter to get all of our celebrity, royal and lifestyle news delivered directly to your inbox.
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CelebrityHello!The Queen made some seriously funny comments at Princess Eugenie's royal wedding
Pixie Geldof has given an insight into the Queen's personality, admitting Her Majesty was very "funny" at her granddaughter Princess Eugenie's royal wedding in 2018. The model and singer also spoke about the moment she fell over at Windsor Castle during the reception, while speaking to fashion designer Henry Holland on his podcast What Were You Thinking?Henry asked Pixie what it was like to attend the royal wedding and whether she got to meet the monarch. She said: "I didn't and I'm fuming, but also it really makes me laugh because Eug will say things like, 'yeah, I know Granny,' and I'm like, 'the Queen, so, but granny!' I guess she's the nation's granny really. But no, I didn't meet her." READ: What Prince Harry and Meghan Markle really said in their royal wedding speeches WATCH: Pixie Geldof on Henry Holland's podcast What Were You Thinking?Pixie, who is the third daughter of singer Sir Bob Geldof and the late Paula Yates, also shared a fascinating insight into what the monarch was like.She told Henry: "But [The Queen] was walking around and she was saying things like 'well, it's great that I have a house big enough that I can hold all these guests' and things like that. Like she's full LOL. Like she was being funny, which I'm obsessed with. And she was being like, 'welcome to my home.' It's amazing. And also, I fell over at one point."Jack Brooksbank and Princess Eugenie on their wedding dayWhen pressed further by Henry if she "fully stacked it," Pixie said: "No, no like stacked it, but not onto the floor. Like stood completely still, stacked it. And, not drunk. Hadn't drunk. And I love how Derek Blasberg just appeared, hadn't seen him. He just appeared in the side of my ear and just went 'get your [expletive] together.'" MORE: Princess Eugenie shares photo of scoliosis scar with powerful messagePixie and husband George arriving at the royal wedding in 2018Pixie has known Princess Eugenie since their teenage years and attended the royal's wedding to Jack Brooksbank at St George's Chapel in Windsor in October 2018.The model looked stunning in a flowing pink Celine dress as she arrived with her husband George Barnett.The full episode of What Were You Thinking? featuring Pixie Geldof is available here: https://podfollow.com/what-were-you-thinkingMake sure you never miss a ROYAL story! Sign up to our newsletter to get all of our celebrity, royal and lifestyle news delivered directly to your inbox.
CelebrityHello!Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's royal wedding speeches – what was really said
Both Prince Harry and Meghan Markle addressed their royal wedding guests with heartfelt speeches at their evening reception in May 2018, and now it has been revealed what they actually said.The royal couple were joined by Prince William, Prince Charles and Harry's best friend Charlie Von Straubanzee in giving speeches at the intimate celebration, which was held at Frogmore House in Windsor.MORE: Prince Harry and Meghan's sweet royal wedding seating planned revealedAccording to the new royal biography, Finding Freedom, Prince Harry took the opportunity to thank all of the people who had made their big day possible, including his dad, who footed the bill for much of the event.WATCH: The looks of love between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at their royal wedding"He also extended his thanks to his mother-in-law for her role in raising such 'an amazing daughter, my wife,' words that elicited a huge cheer from the group," royal biographers Carolyn Durand and Omid Scobie wrote.MORE: 15 secrets we've learnt from Prince Harry and Meghan's royal biographyOf course, the main focus of Harry's speech was Meghan, with the besotted groom telling the group: "Words can't express how incredibly lucky I am to have such an amazing wife by my side."Prince Harry and Meghan Markle both gave speeches at their royal weddingMeghan, meanwhile, also broke tradition by giving her own speech on the special day, which was a first for a royal bride. According to one friend, you could hear a pin drop in the room when Meghan prepared to give her speech, and she joked that it had "been a while" since she had been able to speak out.READ: The real story about Meghan Markle's engagement ring upgrade"The bride took her moment at the mic to express her appreciation to the Queen for warmly welcoming her into the fold from the start, Charles got his own thank-you for stepping in to fill the role of her father in escorting her down the aisle and for his courtesy in helping her mother through unfamiliar territory," the biographers explain.Finding Freedom: Harry and Meghan and the Making of a Modern Royal Family, £13.60, Amazon SHOP NOW"Doria, too, was thanked for her support and wisdom. The bulk of her praise, though, went to Harry, the prince she had been fixed up with by chance and who continued to shatter her every expectation."The emotional speeches were followed up with some light relief for guests in the form of James Corden, who appeared wearing a King Henry VIII costume, joking that he had "no idea" what to wear to a royal wedding.HELLO!'s selection is editorial and independently chosen – we only feature items our editors love and approve of. HELLO! may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. To find out more visit our FAQ page.Make sure you never miss a ROYAL story! Sign up to our newsletter to get all of our celebrity, royal and lifestyle news delivered directly to your inbox.
CelebrityHello!Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's sweet royal wedding seating plan revealed
The Duchess of Sussex was the first American to marry into the British royal family since Wallis Simpson married the Duke of Windsor in 1937, and she and Prince Harry found some clever ways to reference their transatlantic relationship at their royal wedding in 2018.RELATED: 15 secrets we've learnt from Prince Harry and Meghan's royal biographyThe couple added a personal touch to their seating plan at their evening reception by naming the tables after foods that are commonly pronounced differently in Britain and America.WATCH: The best moments from Prince Harry and Meghan's royal weddingSharing details of the couple's intimate reception at Frogmore House, Finding Freedom authors Carolyn Durand and Omid Scobie write: "At precisely 7:30 p.m., the group, in their black-tie finery, was ushered into the custom-built marquee erected in front of the seventeenth-century mansion, finding their spots at one of twenty tables named for various foods with different British and American pronunciations."While one group of pals set down their cocktail glasses at a table labelled with 'tomato,' others were assigned to 'basil,' 'oregano,' 'potato,' or 'arugula.'"Prince Harry and Meghan named their seating plan after foods with different pronunciationsMeghan's close friend Janina Gavankar previously referenced the way the couple had celebrated their respective backgrounds, telling Vanity Fair: "There were so many nods to the beautiful mash-up of two cultures."MORE: The real story about Meghan upgrading her engagement ring from Prince HarryAnother close friend said that the evening reception really reflected Prince Harry and Meghan's personal tastes, telling the royal biographers: "You could see every single thing that they had lovingly selected. We girls were going, 'Oh that's so Meg.'"Prince Harry and Meghan married on 19 May 2018 in a ceremony at St. George's Chapel, Windsor, followed by a daytime reception hosted by the Queen at Windsor Castle.Finding Freedom: Harry and Meghan and the Making of a Modern Royal Family, £13.60, Amazon SHOP NOWTheir evening reception was a more intimate affair, attended by 200 of the couple's closest friends and family, including James Corden, who arrived at the event dressed as Henry VIII.Naturally, James took it upon himself to entertain the crowd by staying in character as he said, "Your Royal Highnesses, ladies and gentlemen, I had no idea what to wear to a royal wedding, so I looked it up in the royal etiquette manual and found this outfit. I hope I've come in the right gear."HELLO!'s selection is editorial and independently chosen – we only feature items our editors love and approve of. HELLO! may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. To find out more visit our FAQ page.Like this story? Sign up to our newsletter to get other stories like this delivered straight to your inbox.
CelebrityHello!Prince Harry's hilarious comment to Meghan Markle in royal wedding carriage revealed
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex appeared in high spirits as they enjoyed a horse-drawn carriage ride through Windsor following their royal wedding ceremony in May 2018, and now new details have emerged about an amusing exchange between the newlyweds during the journey.MORE: 15 secrets we've learnt from Prince Harry and Meghan's royal biographyPrince Harry and Meghan climbed into their open-top Ascot Landau carriage for a 25-minute celebratory ride through the streets of Windsor after leaving St. George's Chapel at Windsor Castle, and while Meghan was blown away by the number of people in the crowd, Harry was distracted by a possible wardrobe malfunction.WATCH: Harry and Meghan wave to crowds on royal processionIn the new royal biography, Finding Freedom, authors Omid Scobie and Carolyn Durand write: "Lifting her hand to her chest, Meghan had just one word when she saw the huge crowds gathered on the grounds of the castle: 'Wow!'"They continue: "Sitting down in the carriage beside his bride, Harry laughed that his trousers were 'too tight.'"Prince Harry joked his trousers were too tight at the royal weddingPrince Harry looked dapper for his wedding wearing the traditional Blues and Royals uniform, which was tailored at Dege & Skinner on Savile Row. The same single-breasted uniform was worn by Harry's brother and best man, Prince William.MORE: Prince Harry and Meghan's famous wedding guest turned up in fancy dressHowever, the Duke of Cambridge's uniform also featured an aiguillette because he was bestowed as an Aide-de-Camp to the Queen in 2013.Prince Harry wore the Blues and Royals uniform for his weddingSeveral details have emerged about Prince Harry and Meghan's wedding in the new biography, as well as how the couple marked their first wedding anniversary in 2019. It has been revealed that the couple quietly toasted the day at home with a traditional Sunday lunch with Meghan's mother Doria Ragland. At the time, the actress had just given birth to Archie.Finding Freedom: Harry and Meghan and the Making of a Modern Royal Family, £13.60, Amazon SHOP NOW"On the anniversary of their first year of marriage, Harry and Meghan enjoyed a traditional Sunday lunch with Doria, her last meal before travelling back to LA. Her five weeks at Frogmore had flown by, but she had to get back to work," an extract from the book reads.HELLO!'s selection is editorial and independently chosen – we only feature items our editors love and approve of. HELLO! may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. To find out more visit our FAQ page.Make sure you never miss a ROYAL story! Sign up to our newsletter to get all of our celebrity, royal and lifestyle news delivered directly to your inbox.
CelebrityHello!Princess Beatrice's royal wedding speeches revealed: who said what
Princess Beatrice married Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi in a surprise ceremony on 17 July 2020, and it is believed that three people gave speeches at the intimate reception: Beatrice's father Prince Andrew, Edoardo, and Edoardo's stepbrother Alby Shale.MORE: Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi's wedding ceremony guestlist revealedWATCH: Princess Beatrice marries in secret ceremonyPrince Andrew, the Duke of York, walked Beatrice down the aisle before she wed Edoardo, before going on to give a special speech in honour of his daughter's union. While details have been kept under wraps, Andrew will surely have made reference to the happiness that Edoardo brings Beatrice, as he welcomed him into the family.SEE: Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi's new marital home revealedBeatrice's father Prince Andrew gave a speech at her weddingAs tradition dictates, Edoardo also gave a speech as the groom. Much like Andrew, he will no doubt have dedicated much of it to Beatrice and his love for her, while also expressing his gratitude to the Yorks for accepting him as part of their family.RELATED: Princess Beatrice's husband Edoardo's jaw-dropping Italian palace unveiledEdoardo's stepbrother Alby Shale was the third to give a speech on the big day. Edoardo's son Christopher Woolf a.k.a. Wolfie served as the best man, but it makes sense that Alby stepped up to take on a speech since Christopher is only three years old.Edoardo's stepbrother Alby Shale also gave a speechPrince Andrew, Edoardo and Alby are all likely to have referenced the coronavirus pandemic and the effects it had on the nuptials of Edo and Beatrice. The couple had originally intended to tie the knot on 29 May, but were forced to postpone the event after COVID broke out. They were also required to limit their guestlist to just 30 guests, after previously having invited over 100 family and friends. A statement released by the royal family confirmed that it was kept to "close family" only, with the Queen and Prince Philip joining other immediate family members. Those who were in attendance were required to follow social distancing guidelines throughout the day.Make sure you never miss a ROYAL story! Sign up to our newsletter to get all of our celebrity, royal and lifestyle news delivered directly to your inbox.
CelebrityPeopleRoyal Wedding Alert! Greece's Prince Philippos Is Engaged to Nina Flohr
The groom-to-be's big brother, Prince Nikolaos, snapped engagement photos of the couple
CelebrityHello!Another royal wedding! King and Queen of Greece announce son's engagement with sweet photos
Another wedding is on the cards for the Greek royal family as King Constantine and Queen Anne-Marie have announced that their youngest son Prince Philippos is due to marry.READ: Meghan Markle spotted on low-key shopping trip WATCH: Best royal wedding dresses through the yearsIn a statement, the king's private office said: "Their Majesties King Constantine and Queen Anne-Marie are delighted to announce the engagement of their youngest son HRH Prince Philippos to Nina Nastassja Flohr, daughter of Thomas Flohr and Katharina Flohr."Nina and Philippos were engaged on the island of Ithaca in Greece earlier this summer."The details of their wedding will be announced in due course."Prince Philippos proposed to Nina in Ithaca The Greek royals shared two photos of the newly engaged couple, taken by King Constantine's second son Prince Nikolaos. The bride and groom-to-be pose together on a rock overlooking the sea in Ithaca.Prince Philippos is dressed in smart casual attire with a pale blue shirt and rolled-up navy chinos, while Nina looks chic in a white and red pattered midi dress. An engagement ring with a large gemstone can be seen on her left hand.Prince Philippos, who was born at St Mary's Hospital in London in 1986, is a hedge fund analyst in New York. His future wife Nina is the daughter of Swiss businessman Thomas Flohr, who founded private jet charter company VistaJet. She has worked as a creative director for the company and also founded the nonprofit marine research facility, the Bazaruto Center for Scientific Studies (BCSS), in 2017.MORE: Princess Beatrice's surprising wedding eve revealed: how and who she spent it withThe couple attended Princess Eugenie's wedding in 2018Prince Philippos also has four older siblings; Princess Alexia, 55, Crown Prince Pavlos, 53, Prince Nikolaos, 50, and Princess Theodora, 37.King Constantine and Queen Anne-Marie's youngest daughter Princess Theodora was forced to postpone her big day to her American fiancé Matthew Kumar in May due to the coronavirus pandemic. The royal posted a photo on Instagram to share how they marked the occasion instead, with a table of Greek food.Make sure you never miss a ROYAL story! Sign up to our newsletter to get all of our celebrity, royal and lifestyle news delivered directly to your inbox.
CelebrityPeopleMeghan Markle and Kate Middleton Went Through Intense Security Course After Their Royal Weddings
Meghan took part in a staged kidnapping that involved fake guns, according to the book Finding Freedom
CelebrityHarper’s BazaarPrince Harry and Meghan's son Archie may be subject to royal wedding law
If he does decide to wed, Archie could need royal consent
CelebrityHello!Royal wedding cars: Prince William & Kate Middleton, Prince Harry & Meghan Markle, Prince Charles, more
Royal weddings are nothing if not a spectacle. From the venue to the bride's dress, they’re one of the most anticipated public events, and the cars they use to transport themselves between locations certainly live up to expectation. Here are the most impressive of all time…SEE: 11 hilarious royal wedding moments caught on cameraWATCH: The most romantic royal weddings in history 1\. Prince Harry and Meghan MarkleWhen the Duke and Duchess of Sussex married on 19 May 2018, they left their wedding venue at Windsor Castle in a Jaguar E-Type to go to their evening reception at Frogmore House. It's worth an approximate £350,000.SEE: 7 most expensive royal wedding dresses in order of price 2\. Prince William and Kate MiddletonThe Duke and Duchess of Cambridge left Buckingham Palace after their ceremony on 29 April 2011 in a convertible Aston Martin Volante. It was originally owned by Prince Charles, and was decorated with red, white and blue streamers and rosettes and an 'L' learner plate on the front. Balloons were also attached with the couple's initials on them, and their rear number plate read 'Just wed'.MORE: Inside Prince William and Kate Middleton's incredible family home 3\. Princess Eugenie and Jack BrooksbankPrincess Eugenie and her husband Jack Brooksbank were driven out of Windsor Castle in none other than the Aston Martin DB10, originally designed for the James Bond movie Spectre. Unsurprisingly, Eugenie's jaw dropped when she saw her mode of transportation.RELATED: Princess Eugenie's maid of honour dress: is this what she wore to Princess Beatrice's wedding? 4\. Lady Gabriella Windsor and Thomas KingstonIn 2019, Lady Gabriella Windsor and Thomas Kingston became the third couple to have their nuptials at Windsor Castle's St George's Chapel in less than a year, and Gabriella arrived at the venue in a claret coloured vintage cabriolet. In keeping with the retro theme, the couple's guests arrived in vintage buses. 5\. Prince Charles and CamillaPrince Charles and Camilla Parker Bowles left Windsor Castle to travel to their civil ceremony at Guildhall in a Rolls Royce Phantom VI. The car was originally presented to the Queen for her Silver Jubilee in 1978, and it was also used by the Earl and Countess of Wessex for their wedding in 1999. Make sure you never miss a ROYAL story! Sign up to our newsletter to get all of our celebrity, royal and lifestyle news delivered directly to your inbox.
CelebrityPeoplePrincess Diana and Prince Charles's Royal Wedding Teased in New Trailer for The Crown's Season 4
Season four of the Netflix drama will pick up in the late 1970s and introduce Princess Diana as they follow her ill-fated romance with Prince Charles
CelebrityHello!10 of the most expensive royal weddings: Meghan Markle, Kate Middleton, Princess Eugenie and more
Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan of Abu Dhabi and Princess SalamaThe 1981 wedding held for Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the crown prince of Abu Dhabi, and Princess Salama is widely considered the most expensive royal wedding to date.MORE: 12 hilarious royal wedding moments caught on cameraA 20,000-seat stadium was built especially for the week-long celebrations, which came in at an estimated $100million - £75.5million. The Sheikh famously visited every town in the emirate by horseback during the week, and fed all the inhabitants.Loading the player...WATCH: Royal wedding dresses Prince Charles and Princess DianaPrince Charles and Princess Diana were married in 1981Prince Charles and Princess Diana's ceremony in 1981 was dubbed 'the wedding of the century' – and it's easy to see why. The televised nuptials were watched by an estimated TV audience of 750million people, with events held around the Commonwealth in celebration of the couple's special day. The wedding – held at St Paul's Cathedral - is thought to have cost around £57million with the bride's wedding dress alone costing £11,000. The biggest expense, however, was the security, which cost an estimated £490,000.MORE: When royal couples make first post-wedding appearances as newlyweds Prince Albert and Charlene WittstockNewlyweds Prince Albert and Princess Charlene of MonacoPrince Albert of Monaco's 2011 nuptials to Charlene Wittstock was described at the time as the nation's 'biggest party in 55 years', following his parents' marriage. The couple tied the knot in a Catholic ceremony held in the courtyard of the medieval Palace of Monaco, with the bride looking exquisite in an Armani Prive silk dress. Following the emotional ceremony in which Andrea Bocelli serenaded guests, the royal couple drove off in a custom-made Lexus hybrid to change for the evening festivities. In total, their three-day celebrations cost an estimated £53million.MORE: 6 royal-inspired wedding rings Prince Harry and Meghan MarkleLoading the player...WATCH: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's weddingPrince Harry and Meghan Markle's marriage took place at St George’s Chapel in Windsor on 19 May 2018. It was a star-studded affair, with guests including Oprah Winfrey, Elton John, the Beckhams and George and Amal Clooney. The wedding itself cost an estimated £32million, the majority of which was again spent on security. Meghan's beautiful bespoke Givenchy dress totalled an estimated £390,000.MORE: Meghan Markle's personal wedding speech revealed: is this what she said? Prince William and Kate MiddletonLoading the player...WATCH: Prince William and Kate Middleton's wedding dayOne of the most iconic weddings in modern history, Prince William married his longterm love on 29 April 2011 at Westminster Abbey. Kate stunned the crowds in her lace Alexander McQueen gown, which featured a nine-foot-long train and handmade lace, and cost an estimated £355,000. But, once again, their security bill was the largest expense. In total, the wedding cost around £30million. The palace later confirmed that the royal family had paid for core aspects of the wedding, including the church service, associated music, flowers, decorations and the reception afterwards.MORE: Prince William and Kate Middleton's full wedding menu revealed King Felipe and Queen Letizia of SpainThe then-Crown Prince Felipe and Letizia were married in Madrid in 2004Some 25million people tuned in to watch the then-Crown Prince Felipe marry former journalist Letizia Ortiz Rocasolano in Madrid in 2004. The bride looked beautiful in a bespoke gown created by Spanish designer Manuel Pertegaz, which featured a high collar, four-metre train and real gold accents, as she entered the Santa María la Real de La Almudena Cathedral. Some 1,500 attended the ceremony, while the reception featured a two-metre wedding cake, washed down with 1,000 bottles of champagne. In total, the festivities have been estimated at £19million.MORE: When royals have to make last-minute changes at their weddings Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary of DenmarkCrown Prince Frederik and his new bride, Crown Princess MaryThe wedding of Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark and Mary Donaldson took place on 14 May 2004 in the Copenhagen Cathedral, followed by wedding festivities at the Fredensborg Palace. Mary's sisters Jane Stephens and Patricia Bailey, and her friend Amber Petty served as bridesmaids, while Frederik's brother Prince Joachim of Denmark was the best man. The bride opted for a wedding dress by Danish fashion designer Uffe Frank, with a veil first worn by Crown Princess Margareta of Sweden. The cost of the royal nuptials is estimated at around £18million.MORE: 7 of the most magical royal weddings held in Windsor Prince Rainier and Grace KellyOn 18 April 1956, American actress Grace Kelly became a princess when she married Prince Rainier of Monaco at St Nicholas Cathedral. The bride’s wedding dress - featuring a high neckline, multiple petticoats and antique pearls - was a gift from MGM and was worked on for six weeks by three dozen seamstresses.Prince Rainier and Grace Kelly on their spectacular wedding dayThe couple, who were officially wed in a civil ceremony one day prior, welcomed guests including Cary Grant, Ava Gardner and Aristotle Onassis to their religious celebration, and invitees later dined on caviar, lobster, champagne and a six-tier wedding cake. Following the nuptials, the newlyweds headed off on a seven-week cruise, on a 147-foot yacht named Deo Juvante II, a gift from Aristotle Onassis.MORE: Royal weddings: Grace Kelly and Prince Rainier III of MonacoWithout a complete breakdown of costs available, it is not known exactly how much the royal couple’s wedding cost. But Grace’s gown, which was comprised of 100 yards of quality silk and 25 yards of taffeta, cost around $8,000 in 1956. With inflation, that would be almost £80,000 today.MORE: Prince Philip's incredible wedding gift to the Queen revealed Crown Prince Pavlos and Crown Princess Marie-Chantal of GreeceCrown Prince Pavlos of Greece and his wife, Marie-ChantalThe wedding of Crown Prince Pavlos of Greece and Marie-Chantal Miller took place on 1 July 1995 at St Sophia's Cathedral in London, with a reception held at Hampton Court Palace. It brought together the largest gathering of royalty in London since the Queen had married Prince Philip in 1947, with more crowned heads in attendance than at the wedding of Charles and Diana.The bride's pearl-encrusted ivory silk Valentino wedding dress and 4.5 meter Chantilly lace train was made by Valentino Garavani and reportedly cost £170,000. Some 25 people worked on Marie-Chantal's gown, which took four months and 12 different kinds of lace to complete. The total cost of the cerebrations reportedly set back Marie-Chantal's billionaire father, Robert Warren Miller, £8million.MORE: 19 surprising royal wedding facts: Princess Beatrice & Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, Prince William & Kate Middleton & more Princess Eugenie and Jack BrooksbankPrincess Eugenie and her new husband, Jack BrooksbankThe Queen's granddaughter, Princess Eugenie, married Jack Brooksbank at St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle on 12 October 2018. Following the ceremony, the couple processed through Windsor in a carriage before celebrating at a reception hosted by the Queen at Windsor Castle. This was followed by a black-tie evening reception at Royal Lodge, Prince Andrew's official residence.MORE: York royals as brides! Princess Beatrice, Princess Eugenie and Sarah Ferguson on their wedding daysLoading the player...The bride looked beautiful on her big day, dressed in a long-sleeved open-back dress with folded shoulders and a full length train designed by Peter Pilotto and Christopher de Vos.The wedding itself and the two parties were paid for privately by the bride's parents and family, along with the flowers, entertainment and dress. It's estimated that the security on the day came in at £2million.
CelebrityHello!Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's royal wedding menu was just as lavish as you'd expect - new details revealed
If you've ever wondered what Prince Harry and Meghan Markle chose to have on the menu for their wedding breakfast and reception, mouth-watering details have been unveiled in a new royal biography. After their ceremony at St George's Chapel in Windsor in May 2018, the newlyweds joined around 600 of their guests for lunch hosted by the Queen at Windsor Castle.READ: 15 secrets we've learnt from Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's royal biographyLoading the player... WATCH: A look back at preparations for Harry and Meghan's royal wedding cakeFinding Freedom, written by Omid Scobie and Carolyn Durand, notes that guests were served canapes of "Scottish langoustines wrapped in smoked salmon with citrus crème fraiche, grilled English asparagus wrapped in Cumbrian ham, garden pea panna cotta with quail eggs and lemon verbena, and poached free-range chicken bound with a lightly spiced yogurt with roasted apricot".The lunch then included "fricassee of free-range chicken with morel mushrooms and young leeks; pea and mint risotto with pea shoots, truffle oil, and Parmesan crisps; and ten-hour slow-roasted Windsor pork belly with apple compote and crackling".Finding Freedom: Harry and Meghan and the Making of a Modern Royal Family, £13.60, Amazon SHOP NOWHarry and Meghan's wedding guests sipped on Pol Roger Brut Reserve non-vintage champagne, while there were mocktails made with Sandringham Cox's apple juice and elderflower, for younger attendees such as Lady Louise Windsor, then 14, and James, Viscount Severn, then 10. The pièce de résistance was of course the lemon and elderflower wedding cake designed by American baker Claire Ptak, founder of Violet Cakes in London's East End.MORE: The secret meaning behind Meghan Markle's farewell tour wardrobeHarry and Meghan's royal wedding cakeThe three-course dinner for the more intimate evening receptionfor 200 of their closest friends and family at Frogmore House was prepared by Michelin-starred chef Clare Smyth. It featured dishes such as "sage and onion roast chicken, aged for sixty-four days at Devon's Creedy Carver farm – that was Prince Charles's doing".Other revelations from the book include how Meghan sweetly told her friends about her engagement to Harry and how the bride-to-be spent her last night as a single woman, as well as the newlyweds' romantic first dance. HELLO!'s selection is editorial and independently chosen – we only feature items our editors love and approve of. HELLO! may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. To find out more visit our FAQ page.Make sure you never miss a ROYAL story! Sign up to our newsletter to get all of our celebrity, royal and lifestyle news delivered directly to your inbox.
CelebrityHello!Hilarious royal wedding photos: Prince William & Kate Middleton, Princess Eugenie, Prince Harry & Meghan Markle, more
There's nothing we love more than a reminder that the royal family are just like us. Even at royal weddings, our favourite Princes, Princesses, Queens and Kings all have slip-ups. Take a look…SEE: 7 most expensive royal wedding dresses in order of priceLoading the player...WATCH: Look back at the highlights from Kate Middleton and Prince William's wedding 1\. Princess Charlotte sticks her tongue outWhen Prince Harry and Meghan Markle tied the knot at St George's Chapel inside Windsor Castle in 2018, Princess Charlotte was caught sticking her tongue out in the car. She behaved impeccably throughout the service, but every three-year-old has their moments.MORE: Inside Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's new £11.2million house 2\. Princess Charlotte strikes a posePrincess Charlotte was also seen striking a pose with her leg up at the wedding. We only wish Kate had joined her. 3\. The Queen enjoys herselfTaken out of context, the Queen looked decidedly bored at the nuptials of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Of course, we're sure she wasn't.SEE: 3 videos from Princess Diana and Prince Charles' wedding that never saw the light of day 4\. Prince William and Kate Middleton's bridesmaid shows her disdainWhen Prince William and Kate Middleton kissed on the balcony of Buckingham Palace after their wedding on 29 April 2011, bridesmaid Grace van Cutsem was seen covering her ears. Like, was all the clapping really necessary?SEE: Prince William and Kate Middleton's incredible country home revealed: see inside Anmer Hall 5\. Prince Harry pulls a facePrince Harry seemed to be keeping his grandmother the Queen entertained with some interesting facial expressions during the wedding of his father Prince Charles and Camilla Parker Bowles. Either that, or he wasn't keen on the canapes.SEE: Prince Charles and Camilla's royal wedding in photos 6\. Lady Gabriella Windsor and Thomas Kingston's bridesmaids show their boredomThe bridesmaids of Lady Gabriella Windsor and Thomas Kingston had had quite enough following the ceremony at St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle. They just needed a moment.SEE: The most adorable royal bridesmaids and page boys of all time 7\. Sarah Ferugson and Prince Andrew's page boy struggles with his hatA page boy at Sarah Ferguson and Prince Andrew, Duke of York's wedding in 1986 seemed to be struggling with how to wear his hat. Or maybe he fancied a game of peekaboo as Sarah walked down the aisle. 8\. Prince William and Kate Middleton's page boy left in the darkYou know when you laugh at your own jokes that no-one else finds funny? Looks like that's what happened to this page boy at Kate Middleton and Prince William's big day. 9. Crown Prince Felipe de Borbon and Letizia Ortiz's page boy takes a breakAs Crown Prince Felipe de Borbon and his bride Letizia Ortiz prepared to say 'I do' in 2004, a page boy found the perfect spot to watch on: lying on the altar next to Queen Sofia. The look of joy says it all. 10\. Meghan Markle gets the gigglesMeghan and Harry shared an inside joke on their wedding day, and apparently Meghan couldn’t quite control herself. Everything is funnier when you're not allowed to laugh, right? 11\. Sarah Ferguson gets excitedSarah Ferguson's faces as she arrived at Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank's wedding quickly became a meme sensation. We're not entirely sure what she's pointing at here, but the expression gets us every time. 12\. Sophie Wessex styles out her laughterSophie Wessex couldn't quite keep a straight face when Kate's dress had a moment at the wedding of Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank. She styled it out well with a look of concern.Make sure you never miss a ROYAL story! Sign up to our newsletter to get all of our celebrity, royal and lifestyle news delivered directly to your inbox.
CelebrityHello!Princess Diana's brother reveals new detail about upcoming royal wedding
Princess Diana's niece Lady Amelia Spencer announced her engagement to long-term boyfriend and real estate agent Greg Mallett in July, and her father Earl Charles Spencer revealed a touching detail about the proposal.SEE: Inside Princess Diana's jaw-dropping childhood home with brother Charles> So happy for my daughter, Amelia, engaged to her boyfriend of 11 years, Greg - it’s wonderful to hear them both so excited about their future. Sending them both love, and every good wish for their life together. I love that Greg asked my blessing before proposing. Very sweet. pic.twitter.com/MKx9UpsBJB> > -- Charles Spencer (@cspencer1508) July 27, 2020He shared a photo of the couple on Twitter and wrote, "I love that Greg asked my blessing before proposing. Very sweet."Unsurprisingly, Charles approved and the couple are now looking forward to what will be one of the next royal weddings to follow Princess Beatrice's surprise nuptials. MORE: Charles Spencer shares eerie video from inside childhood home with Princess DianaCharles added, "So happy for my daughter, Amelia, engaged to her boyfriend of 11 years, Greg – wonderful to hear them both so excited about their future. Sending them both love, and every good wish for their life together."Greg shared the news on InstagramGreg confirmed the news with a post on his Instagram account. "So this was the best day of my life," he wrote. "22nd of July 2020, I asked the love of my life to spend the rest of her life with me and she said YES. Couldn’t be happier and I love you with all my heart @ameliaspencer15."RELATED: Lady Kitty Spencer's home will leave you speechlessAmelia showed off her engagement ringAmelia has since shared a sunlit photo of herself and Greg sharing a kiss, along with the caption, "I can't wait to marry you."Greg popped the question at the Clouds Wine & Guest Estate in Stellenbosch, South Africa, where the couple first met while studying at the University of Cape Town.Amelia is one of Charles Spencer's seven children, and a first cousin of Prince William and Prince Harry, who are likely to receive an invite to the wedding. Princess Diana's siblings were at Prince William and Kate's wedding in 2011, along with William's cousins Lady Kitty, Lady Amelia, Lady Eliza and George McCorquodale. The Spencers were also invited to Harry and Meghan's nuptials, where Lady Jane gave a reading. Lady Amelia was absent, but her twin sister Lady Eliza and siblings Lady Kitty and Louis Spencer were among the guests.Loading the player...WATCH: The most iconic engagement rings of all timeMake sure you never miss a ROYAL story! Sign up to our newsletter to get all of our celebrity, royal and lifestyle news delivered directly to your inbox.
StyleHello!22 of the most iconic royal wedding dresses: Princess Beatrice, Eugenie, Princess Diana & more
Whether we're preparing to say I do or not, there's nothing we love more than a look back at some of the most magical royal wedding dresses in history. Princess Beatrice is the latest royal to have walked down the aisle, while her sister Princess Eugenie, Lady Gabriella Windsor and Meghan Markle have all stunned with their gowns in the last couple of years. Take a look back at the best of the best, from the Duchess of Cambridge to Princess Diana...Loading the player...WATCH: The most iconic royal wedding dresses of all time Princess Beatrice's wedding dress Princess Beatrice married Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi wearing a vintage gown designed by Norman Hartnell which was loaned to her from the Queen. It was made from Peau De Soie taffeta in shades of ivory, trimmed with ivory Duchess satin, and featuring organza sleeves. Diamantes are encrusted across the entire design, including a geometric checkered bodice. A statement released by Buckingham Palace revealed that the gown was remodelled and fitted for Beatrice by the Queen's dresser Angela Kelly and loyal dressmaker Stewart Parvin. Charlotte Casiraghi's wedding dressPhoto: Eric Mathon / Palais Princier MonacoCharlotte Casiraghi surprised at her civil ceremony to Dimitri Rassam in June 2019, when she stepped out in a chic Saint Laurent wedding dress. Her brocade dress featured a scalloped hem and three bows down the front, and it was perfect for the low-key ceremony. The Monaco royal later wore a lace Giambattista Valli wedding dress for her second religious ceremony in France at the end of June.MORE: 19 of the most memorable royal weddings of the past ten years Lady Gabriella Windsor's wedding dressThe British royals had their third royal wedding in less than 12 months when Lady Gabriella Windsor married Thomas Kingston in May 2019. The bride had no less than four wedding dresses for her weekend-long celebrations, including a lace long-sleeved Luisa Beccaria gown with a six-metre long veil that she wore for her ceremony at St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle. Princess Eugenie's wedding dressThere was huge excitement when we saw Princess Eugenie's stunning wedding gown for the first time! The royal's elegant dress was by British designer Peter Pilotto and Christopher De Vos and featured a deep V neck with an off the shoulder design and a beautiful bustle at the back. The fabric included a number of symbols that were meaningful to Princess Eugenie as motifs, notably a Thistle for Scotland acknowledging the couple's fondness for Balmoral, a Shamrock for Ireland as a nod to the Bride's Ferguson family, the York Rose and ivy representing the couple's home. Eugenie opted to go without a veil, instead wearingh her up in a chic style with the Greville Emerald Kokoshnik tiara, which belonged to the Queen Mother. Meghan Markle's wedding dressAfter months of speculation, Prince Harry's bride Meghan Markle finally revealed that she had chosen Clare Waight Keller of iconic Parisian fashion house Givenchy to design her wedding dress - opting for a slim-fitting, bateau-neck gown with sleeves, and a show-stopping veil. The designer said of the task: "It is truly an honour to have been given the opportunity to closely collaborate with Meghan Markle on such a remarkable occasion. We wanted to create a timeless piece that would emphasize the iconic codes of Givenchy throughout its history, as well as convey modernity through sleek lines and sharp cuts. In contrast, the delicate floral beauty of the veil was a vision Meghan and I shared, a special gesture embracing the commonwealth flora, ascending the circumference of the silk tulle."EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MEGHAN MARKLE'S WEDDING DRESS Princess Elizabeth's wedding dressWhen British couturier Sir Norman Hartnell was asked to design the Queen's bridal gown, his aim was to create "the most beautiful dress" he had ever made. Her Majesty, who was Princess Elizabeth at the time, wore the ivory silk masterpiece that was decorated with crystals and 10,000 seed pearls. It incorporated a 15 foot star-patterned train, woven in Braintree in Essex and inspired by the famous Renaissance painting of Primavera by Botticelli, symbolising rebirth and growth after the war. The Princess had collected clothing coupons to pay for the dress as Britain was still subject to rationing at the time of her November 1947 wedding. Kate Middleton's wedding dressThe Duchess of Cambridge expressed her desire to combine modernity with tradition in her gown, which was designed by Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen. The result was an exquisite creation which featured a nipped-in waist, lace sleeves, floral motifs and a full flowing skirt and train.WANT MORE? The Duchess of Cambridge's wedding dress maker talks creating the gown Princess Diana's wedding dressPrincess Diana's record-breakingly long train on her David and Elizabeth Emanuel-designed dress was a tight fit inside the glass coach which transported her to her wedding. Even her father had difficulty squeezing in alongside all 7.62m of it. It could have been a very different picture, though, if details of the dress had leaked – a back-up dress was made just in case.RELATED: This is how Princess Diana’s wedding dress was kept secret back in 1981 Sophie, Countess of Wessex's wedding dress Five months after the announcement of their engagement, Britain's Prince Edward and Sophie Rhys-Jones were married in Windsor Castle's St George's Chapel on Saturday 19 June, 1999. For her wedding to the Queen's youngest son, the former PR wore a simple ivory silk and organza dress-coat created by Samantha Shaw, featuring 325,000 crystals and pearls fastened along the neck, full-length sleeves and train. As well as her corseted V-neck gown, Sophie wore a cathedral-length veil, sprinkled with more crystals, and a diamond tiara from the Queen's private collection. She was also adorned with a black-and-white pearl necklace and matching earrings designed by Edward as a wedding gift. ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE ROYAL WEDDING Princess Sofia's wedding dressSofia Hellqvist arrived at Stockholm's royal chapel for her wedding to Prince Carl Philip of Sweden on a Saturday afternoon in June 2015. All eyes were on the brunette beauty as she stepped out in her stunning wedding gown – made from silk crepe overlaid with Italian silk organza – to tie the knot with the Swedish prince. The bridal gown, which was created by Swedish designer Ida Sjöstedt, featured intricate couture lace made by José María Ruiz and a beautiful train that was hand-cut and then hand-stitched in the deisnger's atelier in Stockholm. The dress was made in not one but three shades of white.WANT MORE? The best moments from the Swedish royal wedding Charlene of Monaco's wedding dressHaving first met in 2000, Albert and Charlene made it official when they were married in a civil ceremony 11 years later. The couple tied the knot in the Throne Room of the royal palace, with Charlene looking nothing short of princess-perfect. In a beautifully cut sky-blue suit that oozed understated glamour, Charlene was radiant as she made her first appearance as a royal on the palace balcony. It had been 55 years since a new sovereign princess had greeted the people of Monaco from that exact spot.Fashion commentators were quick to dub the colour "Charlene blue" and the princess later explained: "It's a collaboration between me and Karl Lagerfeld. We wanted something to match the colour of my eyes. It's my creation and I'm proud of it."On 2 July 2011, Charlene stepped out in a silk Giorgio Armani bridal gown. It was simple, yet dazzling; regal yet unassuming. True to form, down-to-earth Charlene had gone for understated sophistication. The dress, which required months of handiwork, was cut from 130 metres of silk, studded with 40,000 crystals and embellished with 20,000 teardrops fashioned from mother-of-pearl. Queen Máxima of the Netherlands's wedding dressWillem-Alexander's bride found her perfect gown courtesy of one of the world's top designers. Princess Maxima of the Netherlands married her royal love on 2 February, 2002, in Amsterdam wearing a Valentino couture long-sleeved ivory gown, with a train inset with beautiful embroidered flowers. Her tiara was made especially for the occasion – its base was taken from one owned by Queen Emma, and the stars from one owned by Emma's daughter, Queen Wilhelmina, Queen Beatrix's grandmother. Camilla Parker Bowles’ wedding dressThe Duchess of Cornwall wore an elegant white coat and matching scalloped-edged dress by Robinson Valentine for her civil ceremony to Prince Charles in April 2005, when the pair married at Windsor's Guildhall. Two years later in June 2007, the Duchess stepped out in the same outfit as she attended the opening of the National Assembly of Wales. Camilla swapped her show-stopping wedding hat for another wide-brimmed one, and this time wore a triple string of pearls and a different pair of shoes. She did, however, wear the same diamond brooch that featured the Prince of Wales feathers. She is the only royal to have recycled her wedding dress. Princess Grace Kelly of Monaco's wedding dressWhen Grace Kelly walked down the aisle to marry Prince Rainier III of Monaco, the blonde beauty captivated audiences with her show-stopping wedding dress. The gown, designed by Helen Rose of MGM, was the epitome of romance and instantly transformed the Hollywood star into real-life European royalty. Grace's dress was more complex than it looked – underneath the sheer lace bodice was another strapless one made of silk crepe, while three layers of integrated petticoats gave the skirt its distinctive volume. The fabrics used ranged from silk tulle, pearl-encrusted rose point lace, delicate Valenciennes lace and dull luster of peau de soie satin.RELATED: Take a look inside Grace Kelly's former childhood home Duchess of York Sarah Ferguson's wedding dressSarah Ferguson wore a dress made from ivory duchesse satin and featuring heavy beading for her wedding to Prince Andrew, Duke of York on 23 July, 1986, at Westminster Abbey. The wedding dress, which she designed herself, featured a long train, fitted bodice, and a scooped neckline. Adorably, an embroidered letter ‘A’ was also visible on the dress. Princess Masako of Japan's wedding dressHarvard graduate Masako Owada became a member of Japan's Imperial Family on 9 June, 1993, when she married Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko's first son, Crown Prince Naruhito. For the couple's traditional Shinto ceremony, the bride wore a traditional silk bridal kimono – made up of a dozen layers – which eventually weighed 14 kilograms and cost over $100,000. Masako completed her extravagant attire with elegant long gloves and beautifully decorative jewellery including an ornate diamond tiara and necklace. Queen Rania of Jordan's wedding dressJust five months after she locked eyes on her handsome future husband at a dinner party, Rania Al-Yassin married Jordan's prince – later king – Abdullah bin Al-Hussein on 10 June, 1993. The beautiful bride, who became queen in March 1999, wore a gown created by famous Lebanese designer Elie Saab. Queen Letizia Ortiz of Spain's wedding dressLetizia Ortiz Rocasolano married Spain's Crown Prince Felipe in a Roman Catholic ceremony on 22 May, 2004. The former journalist chose a wedding gown by veteran Spanish designer Manuel Pertegaz to wear to her nuptials, featuring an impressive train, fitted bodice and an unusual high collar. Mary Donaldson of Denmark's wedding dressMary Donaldson of Denmark married Crown Prince Frederik on 14 May, 2004 at the Church of Our Lady in Copenhagen, Denmark. Mary's wedding dress was created by Danish designer Uffe Frank, and was made of an ivory duchess satin with a scoop neckline. The gorgous design featured a a slim-fit bodice and lily-like sleeves. Princess Martha Louise's wedding dressThe bride married author Ari Behn in May 2002 wearing a two-piece wedding outfit featuring a dress and jacket – created for her by Oslo-based designer Wenche Lyche. The costume was inspired by the shape and colour of the Martha lily; the Swarovski-embroidered bridal jacket was made of off-white duchess satin, a three-metre train tapered to a pointed arch, while the gown was of white silk crepe. The bride – whose bouquet consisted mainly of lilies – also paid tribute to her royal heritage by holding her veil in place with a tiara originally belonging to Queen Maud. Princess Mette-Marit's wedding dressNorway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit wore a wedding dress inspired by the one worn by groom Crown Prince Haakon's great grandmother, Queen Maud, for her marriage in 1896. Created by designer Ove Harder Finseth and seamstress Anna Bratland, the gown was made of thick silk crepe and draped in soft silk tulle, and featured a bodice and a flared skirt. The train reached two metres, while her veil was made from six metres of silk. Adorning her head on her big day – held on 25 August, 2001, in Oslo Cathedral – was a beautiful antique tiara, presented as a gift from her in-laws, Harald and Sonja. Make sure you never miss a ROYAL story! Sign up to our newsletter to get all of our celebrity, royal and lifestyle news delivered directly to your inbox.
CelebrityThe IndependentRoyal weddings through the years, from Meghan and Harry to Charles and Diana
On Friday 17 July, Princess Beatrice and her partner, property tycoon Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, were married in a secret ceremony at Windsor Castle.The nuptials were attended by several members of the royal family, including the Queen the Duke of Edinburgh and the bride’s parents, the Duke and Duchess of York.
CelebrityHello!Sarah Ferguson shares new glimpse inside Royal Lodge grounds – where Princess Beatrice celebrated her royal wedding
Sarah Ferguson has shared another look inside the stunning grounds at Royal Lodge, where Princess Beatrice's royal wedding reception took place in June. The mother-of-two took to Instagram on Monday to share a photo of herself sitting on a bench outside while clutching onto the children's book Boodie to the Rescue, to promote her latest episode of Storytime with Fergie and Friends. Behind her, Princess Eugenie's personalised swing from her childhood was visible, as was another bench further up the garden. The spacious outside area has plenty of impressive features which were enjoyed by both Beatrice and Eugenie during their childhood, including a miniature thatched cottage playhouse, which was passed down to them from the Queen.MORE: Princess Beatrice's videographer shares touching details from royal weddingLoading the player... VIDEO: Buckingham Palace releases new images of Princess Beatrice's weddingThe garden at Royal Lodge provided the ideal place for Beatrice and husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi to host their socially-distanced party after saying 'I do' on Friday 17 July.The low-key wedding reception saw 14 of the couple's friends attend. According to The Sun, the celebration was held outside the property, complying with social distancing rules, and it featured a marquee named 'The Duke of York' which was filled with sofas, a jukebox, draft beer, and a dartboard. They also offered guests specialty cocktails and bespoke catering.READ: How Meghan Markle will celebrate her 39th birthday with Prince Harry and baby ArchieSarah Ferguson shared a new glimpse inside the grounds at Royal LodgeThe bride and groom had clearly thought of everything and even hired a bouncy castle which was no doubt enjoyed by Edoardo's four-year-old son Wolfie.Guests stayed until the early hours of Saturday and conveniently slept in glamping pods that had been set up on the grounds of Sarah and Prince Andrew's Windsor home.Both Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie had their wedding receptions inside their childhood gardenBeatrice and Edoardo were believed to have originally invited over 100 family and friends, but were forced to reduce their numbers amid the coronavirus pandemic. A statement released by the royal family conceded that it was kept to "close family", with the Queen and Prince Philip in attendance.Beatrice's parents Sarah and Prince Andrew also enjoyed the big day, as well as other family members including Eugenie, Edoardo's parents Nikki Shale and Alex Mapelli Mozzi, his four-year-old son and his niece and nephew, Coco and Freddie.Following their special day, Beatrice and Edoardo enjoyed a low-key honeymoon. According to the Mail on Sunday, the happy couple were spotted by a tourist as they drove a small car absolutely packed with belongings in the south of France.Like this story? Sign up to our newsletter to get other stories like this delivered straight to your inbox.
CelebrityHello!Best royal wedding of the decade: Find out who HELLO! readers voted as number one
Prince William and Kate Middleton's nuptials have been voted HELLO! readers' favourite royal wedding of the past decade in a recent online poll. The couple's ceremony at Westminster Abbey in April 2011 topped the poll for more than half of the poll's participants, with over 10,000 readers responding.READ: The striking similarities between Zara Tindall and Princess Beatrice's wedding dresses revealedLoading the player... WATCH: Look back at William and Kate's royal weddingThe Duke and Duchess of Cambridge marked their ninth wedding anniversary earlier this year. William and Kate, who met at the University of St Andrews in 2001, announced their engagement in November 2010. The bride wore a beautiful satin and lace gown designed by Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen and was loaned the Cartier Halo tiara from the Queen on her wedding day. The dress, which drew instant comparisons to the one worn by Grace Kelly, has had a big influence on bridal fashion trends.Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi on their wedding day in July While William and Kate's big day scored 55% of the votes, they were followed by Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi's recent surprise Windsor ceremony. The Queen's granddaughter wowed royal fans in one of her grandmother's vintage Norman Hartnell dresses and Queen Mary's diamond fringe tiara for the intimate affair.Crown Princess Victoria and Daniel Westling HELLO! readers' third favourite wedding was that of Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden and Daniel Westling, who celebrated their tenth anniversary in June with a series of glamorous portraits.MORE: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's first dance song at royal wedding is so romanticHarry and Meghan married in Windsor in May 2018Their nuptials were followed by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's in May 2018, whose Windsor wedding in May 2018 was watched around the globe. The former actress looked stunning in a silk wedding dress with an open boat neckline, designed by Clare Waight Kelly of Givenchy. Meghan accessorised her bridal look with a hand-embroidered veil that featured flowers from countries of the Commonwealth, and Queen Mary's diamond bandeau tiara. Make sure you never miss a ROYAL story! Sign up to our newsletter to get all of our celebrity, royal and lifestyle news delivered directly to your inbox.
CelebrityHarper’s BazaarPrince Harry and Meghan's first dance song at royal wedding is shared in new book
The royal couple married in Windsor in 2018
CelebrityHello!Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's romantic first dance song at royal wedding revealed
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle wowed the world with their fairytale wedding in Windsor in May 2018. While the ceremony at St George's Chapel was televised, the couple had a private evening reception at nearby Frogmore House, but a new royal biography Finding Freedom has lifted the lid on some of the details, including the couple's first dance.MORE: Meghan Markle's incredible gesture after success of charity cookbookLoading the player... WATCH: Relive the highlights from Harry and Meghan's weddingExtracts from the book serialised in PEOPLE magazine, reveal that the newlyweds "were joyful on the big day – with their first dance to 'I'm in Love' by '60s soul singer Wilson Pickett. Meghan also delivered her own toast at the reception."American soul singer Wilson Pickett had a number of hits, including In the Midnight Hour, Mustang Sally and Funky Broadway. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1991, in recognition of his impact on song writing and recording.Harry and Meghan on their wedding dayMeghan have given us some insight into their musical tastes over the years, with the former actress once sharing an uplifting playlist on her now defunct lifestyle blog The Tig, which included the likes of Crystal Fighters, Maggie Rogers and Janelle Monáe.Harry and Meghan also had the Kingdom Gospel Choir sing Ben E. King’s Stand by Me during the ceremony and Etta James’ This Little Light of Mine when they walked down the aisle as man and wife.MORE: Prince Harry films from inside temporary new home with Meghan MarkleFinding Freedom: Harry and Meghan and the Making of a Modern Royal Family, £13.60, Amazon BUY NOWAn excerpt from the book published in The Times also claims that Meghan relaxed on the eve of her wedding by FaceTiming a friend from the bath, as she and mother Doria Ragland stayed at Cliveden House Hotel in Berkshire.A spokesperson for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex previously told HELLO!: "The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were not interviewed and did not contribute to ‘Finding Freedom’. This book is based on the authors’ own experiences as members of the royal press corps and their own independent reporting."HELLO!'s selection is editorial and independently chosen – we only feature items our editors love and approve of. HELLO! may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. To find out more visit our FAQ page.Make sure you never miss a ROYAL story! Sign up to our newsletter to get all of our celebrity, royal and lifestyle news delivered directly to your inbox.
CelebrityHello!4 royal weddings to look forward to: James Middleton, Lady Amelia Spencer and more
We have been lucky to witness several big royal weddings over the past decade, as the Queen's grandchildren Princes William and Harry, Zara Tindall, Princess Eugenie and most recently Princess Beatrice all tied the knot. And while it is likely to be some time until we see Her Majesty's youngest grandchildren, Lady Louise Windsor and James, Viscount Severn, walk down the aisle, there are still some family weddings we can look forward to in the near future.MORE: When royals have to make last-minute changes at their weddingsLoading the player...WATCH: See photos from Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi's weddingFrom the Duchess of Cambridge's younger brother James Middleton to Prince William and Harry's cousins Lady Amelia and Lady Kitty Spencer, these are the next special occasions that will likely bring all the family together again. James Middleton and Alizee ThevenetJames Middleton and Alizee Thevenet had to postpone their weddingDuchess Kate's younger brother James and his fiancée Alizee were originally due to marry this summer, however, the couple have reportedly postponed their big day amid the coronavirus pandemic.While it is unknown whether they will change their plans to host a smaller ceremony adhering to the current government guidelines or wait until they can host a big wedding, one thing that we do know for sure is Prince William and Kate will be there to join in the celebrations along with their children Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, who may even be a part of their wedding party.POLL: Which royal wedding was your favourite? Lady Kitty Spencer and Michael LewisLady Kitty Spencer is reportedly engaged to Michael LewisEarl Charles Spencer's eldest daughter Lady Kitty Spencer reportedly became engaged to fashion tycoon Michael Lewis over Christmas, and while she hasn't shared any details about their wedding plans, it is likely her cousins Prince William and Prince Harry, their wives Kate and Meghan, and their children George, Charlotte, Louis and Archie will all be on the guest list. Lady Amelia Spencer and Greg MallettLady Amelia Spencer recently announced her engagement to Greg MallettLikewise, Lady Kitty's younger sister Lady Amelia Spencer will now be busy wedding planning after confirming her engagement to long-term boyfriend Greg Mallett earlier this month. Princes William and Harry have a close relationship with their mother's side of the family so would no doubt love to attend their cousin's big day if they are able to.RELATED: Will the Fab Four reunite at this upcoming wedding? Flora Ogilvy and Timothy VesterbergFlora Ogilvy is engaged to Timothy VesterbergThere will be another royal wedding to look forward to when Flora Ogilvy, the granddaughter of the Queen's cousin Princess Alexandra, marries her fiancé Timothy Vesterberg. The couple announced their engagement in November 2019, and haven't shared any further details about when or where their wedding will take place.Royal guests are likely to include Lady Gabriella Windsor and her husband Thomas Kingston, Lord Frederick Windsor and his wife Sophie Winkleman, and Lady Amelia Windsor, who was pictured arriving at Lady Gabriella's wedding with Flora in May 2019.Like this story? Sign up to our newsletter to get other stories like this delivered straight to your inbox.
LifestyleHello!Princess Beatrice's royal wedding: 5 things brides-to-be can learn
Weddings are just one of many things that have been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, and with strict guidelines on everything from your guest numbers to social distancing, it is going to be some time until they are back to normal.MORE: 5 of the best intimate wedding venues for your post-lockdown weddingHowever, if you're currently planning a post-lockdown wedding you shouldn't be disheartened. Just because your wedding may not look the way you always imagined, it doesn't mean it will be any less special. Just look to Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, whose surprise royal wedding was completely different to any we have known before, but was equally beautiful and memorable as those hosted by Princess Eugenie, Meghan and Kate. Here are just a few lessons we can take away from their low-key nuptials…Loading the player...WATCH: See more from Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi's royal wedding Remember what's most importantOf course, it may be disappointing to restrict your guest list (current UK guidelines state that up to 30 guests can attend your wedding ceremony and reception from 1 August), but try and remember what is most important. You will still be able to marry in front of your closest family and friends, and having a smaller guest list will allow you to spend more quality time with loved ones on your special day. Better still, you'll have the excuse to host a second bigger celebration with the rest of your guests once social distancing measures are eased. Do it your wayPrincess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi married on 17 JulyRoyal weddings are typically fabulously OTT affairs with months of build-up, but Princess Beatrice and her fiancé chose to host a surprise private wedding after their original plans were cancelled, which they only revealed after they had already said 'I do'.There's no reason why you can't do the same; decide as a couple what is most important to you about your wedding and focus on that. Whether you want to go ahead with an intimate wedding as soon as possible or postpone in the hope of having a bigger wedding at a later date, the choice is yours to make, so try not to be swayed by other people's opinions.MORE: Outdoor wedding inspiration for your post-lockdown ceremony Low-key is no less beautifulPrincess Beatrice's wedding flowers were beautifulAs Princess Beatrice proved, having a low-key wedding didn't make it any less beautiful. From her stunning flower arch at the entrance to the Royal Chapel of All Saints to the gorgeous vintage gown and tiara she borrowed from the Queen, her nuptials had all the hallmarks of a classic royal wedding, just on a much smaller scale.So even if you have to alter your original wedding plans, it doesn't mean you have to compromise on the details that are important to you, whether that's having a show-stopping floral display or fabulous designer wedding dress. One of the benefits to having a smaller guest list is having more of your wedding budget left to splurge on other things.RELATED: Beautiful embellished wedding dresses inspired by Princess Beatrice Have fun and make it personalRather than host a formal wedding reception, Princess Beatrice and Edoardo reportedly had a laidback celebration with friends and family in the grounds of her family home, Royal Lodge Windsor. According to The Sun, the celebration was held outside the property, complying with social distancing rules, and it featured a marquee named 'The Duke of York' which was filled with sofas, a jukebox, draft beer and a dartboard. They also offered guests speciality cocktails and bespoke catering.Whether it's your own bespoke cocktails or a menu filled with your favourite foods, take the opportunity to make your wedding a celebration that really reflects who you are as a couple, and it is sure to be extra-special. Involve your closest family and friendsPrincess Beatrice wore a wedding dress belonging to the QueenBeatrice and Edoardo relied on their closest family and friends to arrange their surprise nuptials, less than two months after their original wedding was cancelled. From borrowing a dress from her grandmother the Queen to hosting a reception at her family home and having Edoardo's son as their best man, it is sure to have been a special experience for all of those involved.When it comes to rearranging your wedding plans, don't be afraid to ask your nearest and dearest for their help. The support will be invaluable, and they will surely love the opportunity to be involved too.Like this story? Sign up to our newsletter to get other stories like this delivered straight to your inbox.