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The wedding marked one of only a few public occasions we've seen Prince Philip attend recently. There was much speculation as to whether or not he would attend. Not only was he by the Queen's side to support his granddaughter, he buried the hatchet and posed beside Sarah, Duchess of York for the official photos. Since Andrew and Sarah's divorce, it is well known Philip has been at pains to avoid his former daughter-in-law. Weddings bring people together, and yesterday the family was firmly focused on making the day special for Eugenie and Jack.
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Below a closer look at the Cambirdge children. In the first photo, the children are all looking a bit tired (Mia Tindall's expression is priceless). The second photo features smiles all round; George is in excellent spirits and Charlotte looks cute as a button with her feet crossed.
In the third photo, the couple are pictured in the Scottish State Coach upon its return to Windsor Castle following the Carriage Procession.
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And last but not least, a photo of the newlyweds taken at the Royal Lodge ahead of the evening reception offers a look at the bride in her second wedding dress. The blush silk gown was created by American designer Zac Posen, who was a guest at the wedding. Mr Posen was inspired by the beauty of Windsor and the surrounding countryside. The choice of colour reflects the blush of an English rose. Mr Posen also took inspiration from the White Rose of York. The pin-tucked plissé is cut on the bias and mixed with signature drapes. The White Rose of York is subtlety embroidered on both the shoulder and back which hold together the cape. The silk for the gown comes from Biddle Sawyer Silk. The timeless gown has a very 'Old Hollywood' feel to it.
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Zac Posen arriving with Demi Moore for the wedding.
Eugenie wore the emerald and diamond earrings from the ceremony; they were a gift from the groom and perfectly complemented the Greville Kokoshnik Tiara.
The sparkling tiara wasn't the only loan from Her Majesty. For her evening look, the Queen provided Eugenie with a hair slide belonging to Her Majesty. Queen Victoria’s Wheat-Ear Brooches were originally commissioned by William IV in 1830 for Queen Adelaide. They were passed down to Queen Victoria in 1837, and eventually to the Queen in 1952. Her Majesty has worn them as both hair slides and brooches.
Alex Bramall previously photographed Princess Eugenie for Harper’s Bazaar US in 2016. Eugenie chose the Erdem floral dress from the shoot for the engagement announcement. In 2014, he set up his own studio. Since that time his work has been published internationally in titles such as Vogue, Vogue Russia, Vanity Fair, Vanity Fair Spain and Mexico, Harper’s Bazaar US, Harper’s Bazaar UK and Porter Magazine. Mr Bramall said: "It is an honour and a privilege to be invited to photograph Princess Eugenie and Jack on this most special of days. I look forward with great excitement to capturing this significant occasion and wish them both a happy future together."
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As mentioned earlier in the post, the second day of celebrations are continuing today. The Telegraph reports:
'The Princess, who is named after Victoria’s granddaughter, Victoria Eugenie of Battenberg, insisted on a Victoriana theme for Saturday's festival-inspired second afternoon of celebrations, complete with Ferris wheel and coconut shy. Food trucks served everything from pulled pork sliders to Cornish fish and chips, rounded off with cup cakes, ice cream and candyfloss as guests partied from 2pm to 2am.
The family’s gardener described it as “one hell of a party”. Bloody Marys were served to help guests recover from the night before, where Robbie Williams gave an impromptu performance.'
In keeping with royal tradition, Eugenie's bouquet was placed on the Grave of the Unknown Warrior in Westminster Abbey. This is a tradition which was begun by HM Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother at her marriage to King George VI in memory of her brother Fergus who was killed in 1915 at the Battle of Loos during the First World War. The bouquet was designed by Patrice van Helden Oakes and comprises Lily of the Valley, Stephanotis pips, hints of baby blue thistles, white spray roses, trailing ivy and myrtle.
UPDATE: Princess Eugenie released an additional portrait, with a smiling Princess Charlotte adorably stealing the show, via her Instagram account. "Jack and I would like to thank everyone who was involved in making our day so special and for all the wonderful wishes as we start married life laughing together."
What do you think of the portraits?
Hmm i love the wedding potraits. Hmm i love the kids in the wedding thr black and white photo is rare and wonderful hmm the couple have some much inlove
ReplyDeleteCharlotte, loved your comments! Isn’t Princess Charlotte a little lady? And little Mia cracks me up! :) Such lovely photos...great to see the DoE in fine form & with Fergie by his side. I didn’t notice till you mentioned it! The one of the happy couple in the carriage is my favourite. And Eugenie in that Zac Posen gown definitely reminds me of old Hollywood glamour; she really is stunning! I chuckled at the family gardener’s description of the party. Is it true that Fergie planned it for them?
ReplyDeleteI love how the scale of the room features prominently in the family photo. So beautiful! And the children are beyond adorable, especially little Mia; she just looks done with it all, lol.
ReplyDeleteThe blush dress is so gorgeous! Wow!
ReplyDeleteWhat wonderful photos of the lovely couple. I absolutely love the one in the coach, very magical, and fairytale like. They look so happy. Wishing them years of happiness together.
ReplyDeleteI thought everyone looked spectacular. The weather, with the gale winds played havoc with most of the guests, was unfortunate. Loved the pictures of William, Kate, Harry and Meghan, inside the chapel. The children were precious, and George and Charlotte just adorable. I thought Eugenie was so pretty. I only saw some clips that Charlotte posted, which I was grateful for, but from what I gleaned, it all looked just beautiful.
ReplyDeleteIt is a very happy looking couple and a stunning pride. The theme of green and blue coordinated around the tiara and the art work defines the wedding uniquely theirs. Best Wishes!
ReplyDeleteThank You Charlotte ! The children are adorable. My husband asked me yesterday “why are they all blonde?” I snoring with laughter and said , “most of the are cousins”. Princess Eugenie looked so beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThank You Charlotte ! The children are adorable. My husband asked me yesterday “why are they all blonde?” I snoring with laughter and said , “most of the are cousins”. Princess Eugenie looked so beautiful.
ReplyDeleteI think Sophie's updo in the last picture is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI agree, Laura! And I always like Kate and Sophie interacting.
DeleteAgreed! I loved Sophie’s entire look, especially her hat and updo 😍
DeleteSophie's a sweetheart. When Kate's skirt was blown up by the wind, she stepped in front of her to cover her from view.
DeleteSophie looked amazing and she was an great wingwoman for Kate when there was a strong gust of wind. I said this in a previous post but her updo is gorgeous. She had another different stunning updo on her tour last week too. Wish her hairstylist could give Kate's hairstylist some tips.
DeleteSophie’s updo was glorious. I wish Kate’s hairdresser would take some pointers.
DeletePrincess Eugenie looks so royal and so regal in her party gown - very reminiscent of her Grandmother, the Queen.
ReplyDeleteThe portraits are lovely! Eugenie blew me away with her style choices- I think she looked so lovely. Her dress might be my favorite royal wedding dress ever! And all the details were there- the hair, tiara, and jewelry choices were just perfect. That second dress is AMAZING- the fit is absolutely impeccable. She looks so radiantly happy and absolutely stunning.
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The formal portraits are beautiful. I keep wanting to re-arrange the family picture a bit (move the bride and groom slightly to our right, in front of the panel, making more space for the groom's family), but I love the scattering of children. Mia Tindall looks as if she would rather be riding a horse - she certainly has the genes for it! Eugenie's evening gown is beautiful, very graceful. The bust line shadows needed to be corrected by photo shopping. Her party sounds amazing. But what is coconut shy?
ReplyDeleteRiding a horse or maybe playing rugby : )
DeleteCoconut Shy is a fairground game. Coconuts are balanced on poles and you throw things (balls, beanbags) at them to try and knock them off. Bit like the wind buffeting the guests.
DeleteThanks, Cath! I had never heard of this game.
DeleteThanks Cath also, I have learned something new:):).
DeleteCongratulations to Princess Eugene with the wedding !! We wish her happiness, always love herself, be kind, fair and of course many children!
ReplyDeleteThe photos are beautiful and I especially like the black and white one.
ReplyDeleteLove Charlotte with her little legs crossed with the flowers laying just so. Adorable!
ReplyDeleteI would love to see more photos of the gown from the evening reception and the Ears of Wheat in her hair. She truly was a beautiful, princess bride!
The portraits are gorgeous! I don't know how I feel about the "second wedding dress". I love the colour and the fabric, but unsure about the bust part though, it is a bit much maybe? Something less "breast-plate like" might have looked nice, softer somehow.
ReplyDeleteExactly, RW. I didn't know how to put it but this is how I feel about it too and Julia (further down) seems to have a similar opinion.
DeleteI would have preferred something softer too but that's Zac Posen for you. I think there's always something harsh about his dresses. But that's a matter of personal taste, Eugenie does look fantastic and I wish we could see a picture of the brooches in her hair.
DeleteI think the bust issues are just the lighting and shadows. It's a dress fitted to her curves - there are bound to be shsadows when the light hits. I'll bet it wasn't nearly so obvious in real life.
DeleteI noticed the bust portion of the gown as well. Perhaps photos/lighting are less kind to it than seeing it in person?
DeleteMy impression of the wedding gown was that it almost had a Victorian vibe to it. And the second gown is very sleek and modern. Perhaps this was the goal....
Thank you ladies. I’m hoping the bust issues were lighting related!! The hair pieces/brooches were gorgeous.
DeleteBoth of Eugenie’s gowns were stunning to say the least! Her second gown is one of the most beautiful evening gowns I’ve ever seen. Her wedding gown was just perfect in every way. Best wishes to the happy couple for a lifetime of happiness!
ReplyDeleteGreat post! Mia Tindall looks so done at the post wedding pics she can't hide it lol. And Charlotte's gaze reminds me of Diana's / William's.
ReplyDeleteI think you are right Anon 06:54 about Charlotte's gaze, it's that downward cast with a smile in the eyes look! cc
DeleteThe portraits are nice and it was good to see Fergie and the Duke of Edinburgh in a photo, even though I never thought I’d ever see that happen! All the children are priceless, but I’m especially enjoying Mia Tindall’s expressions. The foot on the gown is bothersome though. I know children will be children, etc, but for the purposes of the photo, it messes with the composition, and also, it’s a shoe on the pretty train.
ReplyDeleteI thought the same, so glad to see them in a photo together. mia Tindall is such a tomboy looking little girl, love her exressions!
DeletePhotos are stunning,regal but intimate.I love expression of George and Charlotte but again Mia Grace wins the competition for the best face :)
ReplyDeleteI think princess Eugenie"s dress is my favourite wedding dress! The more I see it the more I like it!!!! Perfect! The second dress is fine. I think it enlarges her brest...still lovely though! Kate looks great as always!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Charlotte! The portraits are beautiful. I love the fact that Prince Philip was present, I'm sure it meant so much for Eugenie! I like her second dress a little less than the wedding one but she really is glowing, one can see how much they are in love and happy! The children are very cute, I love Charlotte's smile in the 2nd picture.
ReplyDeletePS: The golden decorations on the walls in the group portrait reconciled me with Sarah's hat - the wings are less visible :)
I agree Zora, especially about Sarah's hat. Not a big fan of the "wings", loved the color but somehow felt it was more suited for Ascot. Charlotte's smile and her crossed legs are adorable...a princess in the making. cc
DeleteYes, CeCe - Ascot would be the perfect venue! :) The colour was fine, it really suited her.
DeleteSame thought, until I saw the wings I loved the hat, but not a fan of those wings. Hoping it was a case of looking better in person than in photos.
DeleteBeautiful collection of photos. XOXOXOXO
ReplyDeleteThe loan of the wheat pieces is quite significant. They are part of the heirloom of the crown and not just privately owned by the Queen. This only shows that her majesty must be very happy with the match her granddaughter made and how fond she is of her.
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Eugenie is a beautiful girl, I've always thought so and wonder why she doesn't get the attention that Kate, and now Meghan, get.
ReplyDeleteI've never had occasions to "observe" her, but after the wedding, I wonder the same thing.
DeleteI think it's because the York branch are very unpopular mainly due to Sarah and Andrew's antics, Eugenie isn't a "working" Royal so doesn't attend many engagements, she is curvy rather than skinny and has a slightly kooky dress sense so she hasn't always dressed in the most flattering way for her figure which the press have taken great pleasure in ridiculing her for.
DeleteI think it's a shame the way she and Beatrice are treated. They both seem like nice girls, have never done anything outrageous, they work, have patronages and do philanthropic work but it tends to be ignored so people can laugh about their dress sense. It would help if they were made working members of the Royal Family but for whatever reason (some say it is Prince Charles' refusal) they have not been allowed to become part or full time working Royals.
Sadly, the York sisters had their own encounters with the British press. I think they are really careful about how much they are in public.
DeleteTheir teenage years must have been horrible and additionally there were all the articles about their parents. They fly a bit under the radar and I believe they are very happy about that and want it to stay that way. The last time there were all those articles about Bea‘s numerous holidays and then her break up. They will always be treated as the evil step sisters by the press so it is probably wise to be more invisible.
C.
She's just further down the pecking order. Granddaughter of the Monarch now, but eventually she'll be niece and then cousin of the Monarch - getting ever further from the throne. Her profile will decrease, not increase - just the way it is.
DeleteTo be honest, this is the best I remember ever seeing Eugenie look. Usually, her fashion choices have been a bit meh or odd, in my opinion. She looked amazing on her wedding day, though.
DeleteCath, agree, it has to do with numbers of people and how far away from the top spot you are, plus as time goes on, I think the general interest in the BRF just has declined.
DeleteI love the photos - especially as they include one of my favourite royal portraits - those who know my love of spaniels (the much missed Surfer Girl especially) will guess which one. (Queen Charlotte by Gainsborough.)
ReplyDeleteThat Savannah certainly is a cheeky little monkey - here with her foot on the beautiful train! The rest of the little ones look very weary! It's exhausting having to be so good so long no doubt!
I'm perhaps in the kennels with the spaniels (only metaphorically as they are generally found on our bed) because I'm not too keen on Eugenie's second dress. I liked Kate's and Meghan's much better. The concept as described is lovely but somehow the way the bodice looks doesn't seem right to me. But the use of the brooches is wonderful.
Now that you pointed it out, Julia, I can see your favourite spaniel too! 🐾 (a little reminiscence of SG)
DeleteBeautiful photos, thanks Charlotte for this post. Nice to see Prince Philip and Sarah side by side. I think this means a lot for Eugenie. The children are adorable, all of them. The bride looks so happy! I've loved both her gowns, but the wedding one is perfect, one of the best ever seen, in my taste.
ReplyDeleteIf anyone is looking for a “replikate” of Kate’s dress from the wedding, this just popped up in my ads on Facebook: https://shop.nordstrom.com/s/gal-meets-glam-collection-celeste-fit-flare-dress/5064986?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=cpm&utm_channel=display_ret_p&utm_campaign=2836_009167&utm_content=gieao_91086844&utm_term=91067376&sp_source=facebook&sp_campaign=2836_009167
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Wedding day for Princess Eugenie and Jack. Everyone looked fantastic. The Royal family was especially posh for this most happy event. Lovely photos throughout the day. I was completely impressed with Duchess Kate in her raspberry ensemble. Very smart. Her hair color had a bit of a burgundy hue which caught the sunlight. Lovely to see her sister Pippa there too. Didn't expect that so close to giving birth soon. Moreover, Pippa looked beautiful/radiant in her green ensemble, and of course in heels like Catherine when she was with child. Happy day for all.
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful photos. Princess Eugenie's gown for the evening party is by far my favourite of royal brides, she looks stunning, what class and elegance she oozes . She has become a beautiful natural woman. Her hair looks incredible.
ReplyDeleteNothing to do with the Duchess but I'll ask anyway - does anyone know what Lord Severn's duties as Special Attendant to Princess Eugenie consisted of? His sister's were clear enough, but he seemed not to have any particular responsibilities, after all. We see very little of him (he didn't even attend the Cambridges' wedding), and I'd been looking forward to seeing him in a more prominent role at this wedding.
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He walked guests to their seats. You can see him meet and walk Sarah and Beatrice to their seats when they are in the Church. He was taking his job very seriously! :)
DeleteOh thank you Sunny, I missed that - it doesn't seem to be in any of the "highlights" I've seen.
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I wish we saw both of Edwards kids more, louise seems to be such a lovely young lady. I suppose that these are the akward years and I don't think id want to be photographed either:)
DeleteShe did look so great in the few shots I saw of her from the wedding, her brother I did not see any shots of except one sort of peek a boo shot. But maybe the photographers are just too focused on all the other people to get those shots.
DeleteWhoops just saw Sunny's comment, I have not watched any video:):)
DeleteHow cute is George! It's nice to see his little personality shining.
ReplyDeleteEugenie looked absolutely gorgeous. And while I didn't love every aspect about her wedding dress, I thought her reception dress was a knockout. Very old Hollywood and very Zac Posen (I usually love his work).
I really wish we could see more pictures of her 2nd dress!!!!
ReplyDeleteVery lovely portraits. Thanks, Charlotte. It was really a wonderful wedding and Princess Eugenie was a beautiful bride. The reception dress, as we say in the USA, ‘was off the chain’; awesome!😊
ReplyDeleteI happen to see a small picture on a news site of Eugenie and Jack headed to the evening reception. When I saw that fabulous photo and her gown I knew I had to pop over here to see if Charlotte had posted a photo. And it's here - thank you Charlotte.
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love it - the color, the fabric, the flow. I would love to see a video as I suspect the movement is lovely. I would also really love to see what the back looks like. I guess that explains why Zac Posen was at the wedding.
Kate, Meghan and Eugenie all had gowns for their evening receptions that really suited them along with their wedding gowns. Love the variety.
Is there a photo of these gowns?
DeleteWhere are the wheat brooches? I can't see them in the pix?
ReplyDeleteThey were pinned to the back; not visible in the photo.
DeleteLove the fotos...especially the one in the carriage 💗
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love the bridesmaids dresses, they are so precious and such a vibrant sash. The portraits are very nice but I guess since I don't really know too much about Eugenie, it just seems like a couple of family portraits - nothing to write home about for me. I do think she had a lovely day, even though it was quite windy but I'm still partial to Meghan & Harry's day in Windsor.
ReplyDeleteThan you haven’t seen the newest picture it’s the best royal picture I’ve ever seen.
DeleteOh Jolie, I so agree with you, the best picture from a royal wedding imo
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Jolie - if you're talking about the newest with the children, Eugenie and Jack on the floor than I agree - it is the best royal picture I've seen lately. These are the type of snaps that I keep saying I want to see from the Royal Family. I'm hopeful that the rest of the family will follow in this direction and show us a more familiar side and less formal all the time.
DeleteHow lovely that would be, Alaina! 😀 Let's hope they will!
DeleteThere is a new wedding picture that is beyond adorable.
ReplyDeleteIt’s my new favourite picture! Congrats to Pippa by the way! There’s so much going on - I’m getting overwhelmed haha
DeleteOMG!! Eugenie looks Amazing as does Fergie!!! Only able to pop in & saw the pics & thus had to leave a quick note! Thank you Charlotte for the pics & I'm assuming some coverage of The Wedding!? I'll tuck in & have a proper catch up when I'm back from Film Work in November! Thank you for all the amazing coverage you give to all these events! Especially while covering The D&D of Sussex's Royal Tour! #Blessings #Gratitude! xx
ReplyDeleteEugenie posted this great picture on her instagram. Princess Charlotte looks adorable and Mia Tindall has such a personality. The smiles all around show a very loving and close connection on a special day. Love behind the scenes candid shots! cc
ReplyDeletehttps://www.instagram.com/p/Bo__xuAgO9w/?utm_source=ig_embed
In that last photo, little Charlotte laughs like her mom :) it’s precious!
ReplyDeleteCourtney, agree. It was the first thought that occurred to me, she looked just like Catherine when she lets out a good laugh, and they both are so wonderfully relaxed with that laugh.
DeleteI loved the whole wedding. I thought Eugenie's wedding dress and second dress were perfect for her. How nice that each of the royal brides had special dresses that complimented each one of them so perfectly. I thought the kids were adorable, and I really liked Duchess Catherine's bright pink dress--it was such a happy color.
ReplyDeleteI really loved both of Eugenie's dresses. The wedding gown was stunning and the evening gown - definitely old Hollywood with a touch of Princess thrown in. I agree with everyone else - Mia Grace was simply d.o.n.e - done with the whole thing. But oh man was she adorable!!! I'm hoping that our Surfer Girl is well and lurking sometimes. I miss her comments sooooo much!! Many, many thanks to you Charlotte - you are just awesome!
ReplyDeleteI loved her wedding gown, she looked wonderful in her evening gown, that style has never been my taste:). The kids are adorable and I love all the various very relaxed shots of the group, that to me reflects something very special, actually, despite the size etc her wedding came across as beautiful and yet very family...she seemed to just really be happy and relaxed, which is so hard after months of planning.
ReplyDeleteali, you said it. I think Eugenie’s big day is my favourite BRF wedding to date. I loved the family feel of the occasion & it really was beautiful.
DeleteThe additional picture is great! It shows how much the little girls are at ease with Eugenie and she with them. Lovely! And how nice of Eugenie and Jack to release the picture as a thank you!
ReplyDeleteCharlotte, do you think Kate will not have any public engagements during H&M's tour? Have you heard anything about this?
ReplyDeleteHello Erika,
DeleteI'm guessing it's more to do with half term at Thomas's Battersea. I think George is off from today until the 29th. William has been doing engagements this week and he and Kate hosted a reception at KP for the BBC Teen Heroes Awards. It's possible we'll see photos from that over the weekend when the Awards take place. I asked Richard Palmer about the luncheon/state banquet for the Dutch State Visit on the 23rd and he said, unless the Cambridges are out of the country, he thinks they'll be there. At present, there's no engagements announced for Kate. KP are announcing them with shorter notice though.
I forgot about the Dutch visit with all the tour news. That sounds promising. Thank you!!
DeleteJust saw the Court Circular in the Times and they are reporting that William and Kate had a reception at Kensington Palace today for finalists of BBC Radio One’s Teen Hero Awards. I wonder why that wasn’t announced before?
ReplyDeleteI love the additional photo as I liked everything about Eugenie's wedding!
ReplyDeleteSo gorgeous, so absolutely gorgeous! This was every inch an royal wedding. SO in love with her dress. Prince George, your smile shows your personality.
ReplyDeleteLike others I thought that extra photo of Eugenie & Jack with the young bridesmaids was lovely it was a lovely wedding.
ReplyDeleteRegarding the unexpected reception that W & K held yesterday at KP for the teen awards I too am somewhat surprised that it was not announced beforehand.
However Hello have spoken to Sienna Costello one of the winners following the reception and she has told them how lovely W & K were with quite a lot of detail on her talk with them. Hello also mentioned that Kate was wearing a sort of burgandy dress with white spots. The article then went on to promote the teen awards and details of the presentation event on the 21st Oct. It will be intersting to see if they publish this in their magazine next week.
This week William has only done 2 engagemnts on Tuesday the reception yesterday with Kate and one today Kate did one inhouse on Tuesday and as far as I am aware there are as yet no announcements of any engagements for either W or K for next week possibly due to half term. I very much hope they attend the State Banquet and that Kate undertakes considerably more engagements some with William after half term. I do wonder whether the lack of engaements this week is because of H & M tour.
Gorgeous!!! Beautiful wedding! XOXOXOXOX
ReplyDeleteI love the wedding portraits and Eugenie looked beautiful I would have loved her veil
ReplyDeletebut respect her choice to show her beautiful scar. I loved her makeup and I loved her dresses she looks great in the bazaar shoot too. So happy for Eugenie!