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Princess Eugenie, a member of the British royal family, married Jack Brooksbank on 12 October 2018 at St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle. Princess Eugenie's wedding was the second royal wedding at the chapel that year, following the wedding of her cousin, Prince Harry. The wedding ceremony was officiated by the dean of Windsor, David Conner, and the archbishop of York, John Sentamu, wrote a personal prayer for the service. Eugenie's wedding dress was designed by British fashion designer Peter Pilotto and Belgian Christopher de Vos of the British-based label Peter Pilotto. The dress was designed to display her surgical scar from a surgery she underwent to correct scoliosis. The bride's bouquet, created by Patrice Van Helden Oakes, included Lily of the Valley, Stephanotis pips, and baby blue thistles. The wedding ceremony was followed by an afternoon lunchtime reception hosted by the Queen, an evening black-tie affair hosted by Eugenie's parents, and a Saturday fairground-style celebration.
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What You'll Learn
Princess Eugenie's wedding dress
The dress also featured a wide-neck V-shape, folded shoulders, and a low back, which was a special request from Eugenie as she wanted to show the scar from the scoliosis operation she had at age 12. In an interview before the wedding, she spoke about the importance of "showing people your scars". The designers worked closely with Eugenie to create the dress, and she had previously worn several of their designs.
Eugenie also took inspiration from Hollywood icon Grace Kelly's dress in the film 'To Catch a Thief' for her second gown.
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The guest list
Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank's wedding guest list was a who's who of royalty, A-list actors, supermodels, and musicians. The bride's father, Prince Andrew, commented that the couple had "so many friends", and the wedding would be a family wedding rather than a public one.
A-list celebrities in attendance included singer Ellie Goulding, supermodels Naomi Campbell and Kate Moss, and actors Liv Tyler and Nikolai von Bismarck. The Delevingne family were also guests, including models Cara and Poppy Delevingne, and Cara's father Charles and sister Chloe, the latter of whom is married to Edward Grant. James Blunt and his wife, Sophie Wellesley, were also in attendance, as were Pixie Geldof and her husband, drummer George Barnett.
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The engagement ring
Princess Eugenie's engagement ring is a unique and exquisite piece of jewellery. The ring features a rare padparadscha sapphire, which is known for its stunning pink-orange hue. This gemstone is estimated to be between three and four carats and is sourced from Sri Lanka. It is surrounded by a halo of brilliant-cut diamonds, with two pear-shaped diamonds on either side, giving it a modern twist on the traditional halo setting. The ring is set in 18ct Welsh gold, following Royal tradition.
The ring's value is estimated to be between $30,000 and $150,000, with some experts appraising it at over $100,000. However, the exact price has never been disclosed. Jack Brooksbank, Princess Eugenie's fiancé, took great care in selecting the perfect stone. He proposed to Princess Eugenie during a trip to Nicaragua in early 2018, and they announced their engagement officially at Buckingham Palace in January 2018.
The design of Princess Eugenie's engagement ring is reminiscent of her mother, Sarah Ferguson's ruby engagement ring, designed by Prince Andrew. Both rings feature a striking central stone surrounded by diamonds, but the oval shape and unique colour of Eugenie's sapphire give it a distinct and romantic feel. Brooksbank wanted Eugenie's approval on the ring, so he proposed without one and they designed it together after the proposal.
The padparadscha sapphire's colour-changing properties were especially significant to Brooksbank, who said, "Why I loved it so much is it changes colour from every different angle that you look at it, which is what I think of Eugenie. She changes colour and is just so amazing." The ring's rarity, the quality of the diamonds, and its royal connection make it a truly standout piece among engagement rings.
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The wedding location
Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank tied the knot on Friday, 12 October 2018, at St. George's Chapel in Windsor Castle, United Kingdom. The venue has been used for numerous royal weddings since the time of Queen Victoria's reign.
The couple reportedly invited over 850 people to the wedding ceremony, with more than a thousand guests selected to experience the festivities from the castle grounds. The Queen hosted an afternoon lunchtime reception at Windsor Castle following the ceremony, and an evening black-tie affair was hosted by Eugenie's parents at the Royal Lodge.
The wedding ceremony was officiated by the Dean of Windsor, David Conner, who also gave the Address. The Archbishop of York, John Sentamu, wrote a personal prayer for the service, which was included in the Order of Service. The marriage vows were those published in Common Worship and included the promise to "love and to cherish" each other. The ring placed on the bride's finger was made of Welsh gold, continuing a tradition of royal wedding rings since the Queen Mother's wedding in 1923.
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The wedding parties
Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank's wedding celebrations extended over two days, with a lunch reception hosted by the Queen, an evening black-tie reception hosted by Eugenie's parents, and a Saturday fairground-style celebration. The couple reportedly hired Peregrine Armstrong-Jones, founder of Bentley's Entertainment, to plan the wedding parties.
The Queen hosted a lunch reception at Windsor Castle following the ceremony, which was attended by members of the British royal family, including Eugenie's cousin, Prince Harry, and his wife, Meghan Markle. Other notable guests included singer Ellie Goulding, who is a friend of the couple, and founder of Casamigos tequila, George Clooney, along with his wife, Amal Clooney.
The black-tie evening reception was held at the Royal Lodge, the Duke of York's official residence. Princess Eugenie wore a silk gown designed by Zac Posen. The party continued the next day with a festival-style event at Windsor Park, complete with food stalls, carnival rides, and a performance by the couple's close friend, Ellie Goulding. Eugenie wore a customised biker jacket embroidered with "Mrs Brooksbank" on the back, designed by Sam Dougal.
The bridal party included Eugenie's sister, Princess Beatrice, as her maid of honour. Princess Charlotte, Savannah Phillips, Isla Phillips, and Mia Tindal were bridesmaids, and Prince George was a pageboy. Princess Beatrice also gave a reading during the wedding ceremony, taken from The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald.
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Frequently asked questions
Princess Eugenie of York is a member of the British royal family. She is the daughter of Prince Andrew, the Duke of York, and Sarah, the Duchess of York.
Princess Eugenie married Jack Brooksbank, a nightclub manager and Casamigos brand ambassador, on 12 October 2018.
Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank got married at St. George's Chapel in Windsor Castle.
Around 850 guests were invited to the wedding, including members of the British royal family, celebrities, and friends of the couple. Notable guests included Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Philip, Prince Charles, Prince William, Kate Middleton, Prince Harry, Meghan Markle, Demi Moore, Robbie Williams, and James Blunt.
Princess Eugenie's wedding dress was designed by London duo Peter Pilotto and Christopher De Vos. Her bouquet consisted of Lily of the Valley, Stephanotis pips, baby blue thistles, white spray roses, trailing ivy, and sprigs of myrtle from Osborne House.
