Years Since Meghan And Harry's Wedding

It's been 255 weeks since Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding. The couple tied the knot on 19 May 2018 at St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle, UK. The ceremony began at 12 pm BST, followed by a carriage procession through Windsor at 1 pm BST. The wedding was televised and live-streamed around the world.

The wedding took place on 19 May 2018

The wedding of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry took place on Saturday, 19 May 2018. The ceremony was held at St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle, in the United Kingdom. The bride is an American actress, blogger, charity ambassador, and advocate, while the groom is a member of the British royal family. The wedding date was unusual as royal weddings traditionally take place on weekdays.

On the morning of the wedding, Prince Harry was granted the titles of Duke of Sussex, Earl of Dumbarton, and Baron Kilkeel by his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II. Markle became a princess of the United Kingdom and gained the style Her Royal Highness and titles Duchess of Sussex, Countess of Dumbarton, and Baroness Kilkeel. The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, officiated the wedding, which included elements of African-American culture.

The wedding ceremony was attended by approximately 600 guests, including A-list celebrities and other members of the British royal family. The bride's mother, Doria Ragland, was her only family member present, as her father was unable to attend due to heart surgery. Prince Charles accompanied Markle down the aisle. The couple exchanged vows and rings, with Markle omitting the word "obey" from her vows.

The wedding ceremony included a performance by a gospel choir, who sang "Stand By Me," and a reading by Prince Harry's aunt, Baroness Fellowes, from The Song of Solomon. Following the ceremony, the newlyweds shared their first married kiss on the steps of St. George's Chapel. They then took a carriage ride through Windsor, waving to well-wishers.

The wedding celebrations continued with a luncheon reception hosted by the Queen at St. George's Hall, followed by an intimate evening reception at Frogmore House, hosted by the Prince of Wales. The daytime reception featured a performance by Elton John, while Idris Elba served as the DJ for the evening festivities. The wedding cake was a departure from tradition, with a lemon and elderflower cake created by pastry chef Claire Ptak.

The wedding of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry was a highly anticipated event, with an estimated global audience of up to two billion people. It marked the couple's new titles as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex and was a celebration of their love and union.

The ceremony was held at St George's Chapel, Windsor

It has been 255 weeks since Meghan Markle and Prince Harry got married on Saturday, 19 May 2018, at St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle, England. The ceremony was held at St George's Chapel, a place of worship for the Queen and the Royal Family, and a church serving the local community. The chapel was founded in the 14th century by King Edward III and has been the scene of many royal services, weddings, and burials. The architecture of the chapel is a fine example of the late-medieval Perpendicular Gothic style.

The construction of St George's Chapel began in 1475 by Edward IV and was completed by Henry VIII in 1528. The chapel has been a significant part of royal history, with many alterations and additions made by various monarchs over the years. The interior of the chapel has been developed to commemorate key figures in royal history, including the octagonal Bray Chapel, named after Sir Reginald Bray, a friend of Henry VIII. The chapel also houses the tomb of Henry VI and the Chantry Chapel of Edward IV, which was enlarged by Henry VIII for Catherine of Aragon.

St George's Chapel is the Chapel of the Order of the Garter, and members of the order meet at Windsor Castle every June for the annual Garter Service. The chapel is also the final resting place of several monarchs, including King George VI, Queen Elizabeth, Henry VIII, Charles I, King Edward IV, King Edward VII, King George III, King William IV, and King George V. The most recent royal weddings held at the chapel include those of Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank in October 2019 and the Duke and Duchess of Sussex in May 2018.

The wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle was a significant event that departed from traditional royal family customs. The ceremony included elements of African-American culture and was noted for its inclusion and diversity. The bride's mother, Doria Ragland, was her only family member in attendance, and her father-in-law, Prince Charles, walked her down the aisle. The wedding ceremony featured a gospel choir, The Kingdom Choir, who sang "Stand By Me," and the couple's first dance was to the song "Land of 1000 Dances." The wedding cake was a lemon and elderflower cake, breaking from the traditional fruitcake typically served at royal weddings.

Meghan's dress was designed by Clare Waight Keller for Givenchy

Meghan Markle's wedding dress was designed by Clare Waight Keller for Givenchy. The dress epitomised a timeless minimal elegance, referencing the iconic House of Givenchy and showcasing the expert craftsmanship of its world-renowned Parisian couture atelier, founded in 1952. The dress was made of exclusive double-bonded silk cady material, with the pure white hue and delicate fabric requiring extra-special care. Embroiderers were required to hand-wash every 30 minutes while working on the dress.

Waight Keller was selected by Meghan for her "timeless and elegant aesthetic, impeccable tailoring, and relaxed demeanour". Meghan, who was inspired by a gown Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy wore shortly before her death in 1999, was heavily involved in the design of her own garment. The dress featured six delicately placed seams that flowed to the back of the gown into a 9-foot-long train. The three-quarter-length sleeves and open bateau neckline, meanwhile, served as the dress's focal point. The slim three-quarter sleeves added a note of refined modernity to the design.

Waight Keller offered new insight on the creative process behind the dress:

> Looking at the design of the dress, there were many conversations we had about how you want to present yourself to the world. [...] It has to be flawless. It has to be perfect.

The designer also reflected on the significance of the occasion:

> 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 emphasise the iconic codes of Givenchy throughout its history, as well as convey modernity through sleek lines and sharp cuts. It has been an immensely rewarding experience to get to know Meghan on a personal level, one I will forever carry with me.

The couple's first dance was to 'Land of 1000 Dances'

It has been 246 weeks since Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding. The couple tied the knot on the 19th of May 2018, in a ceremony that captivated the world.

The couple's first dance was to Wilson Pickett's "Land of 1000 Dances." The upbeat and fun song was chosen by Meghan, who wanted the music at the wedding to be enjoyable. The dance was described as a whirlwind, with the couple spinning together. The song was first released in 1966 and is considered a classic. It references several dance styles, including the Twist, the Alligator, the Mashed Potato, the Watusi, and the Pony.

The private evening wedding reception was held at Frogmore House, where Meghan wore a Stella McCartney gown and Princess Diana's aquamarine ring. Harry wore a tuxedo as the couple took to the dance floor. The reception was hosted by Prince Charles and attended by 200 of the couple's closest friends and family.

The wedding cake was lemon and elderflower

It has been 255 weeks since Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding. The wedding cake was a layered lemon and elderflower cake decorated with peonies in shades of white and cream. The cake designer, Claire Ptak, based in London, was chosen in March 2018. The cake was a departure from the traditional fruitcake typically served at royal weddings.

The cake was an elderflower-infused lemon cake with layers of lemon curd and elderflower buttercream. The lemon cake was infused with elderflower syrup, and the buttercream was an elderflower Swiss meringue buttercream. The cake was decorated with fresh peonies and other flowers. The cake was baked and designed by Claire Ptak of Violet Cakes in London. Ptak described the cake as having a "light and airy" texture with a "dense but gorgeous lemon cake." The cake was also described as having a "light and springy floral flavor."

The cake was a unique and modern take on a traditional wedding cake, and it was a perfect choice for the springtime wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. The cake was a beautiful and delicious addition to the royal wedding, and it was a fitting choice for the couple, who wanted their wedding to be a reflection of their personal style and tastes. The cake was a sweet ending to a historic day.

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