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Possible wedding venues: Most likely-Westminster Abbey, St. George's Chapel Windsor, Chapel Royal St. James Palace
Not likely-St. Mary Magdalene Sandringham Estate, Craithie Church-Balmoral Estate, wedding outside the UK.
Left field-Anything in Las Vegas, Legoland Windsor :P (Though maybe we'll see a Lego Sculpture!)
WA, SG and CRSJ-London or close to London, site of many royal weddings in the last 200 years, royal burial sites=WA and SG. (Note-Contrary to what some new royal watchers believe, most of Harry's ancestors are not buried at WA. They're at St. George's or Frogmore. :))
Harry has some flexibility since he's not the direct heir so he won't be required to have foreign royals, UK government and Commonwealth representatives. If rumors are true that he would like a low key, family event then SG or RCSJ could be in the running. (Having recently visited SG, it is IMVHO a much more beautiful building than WA!) However if the BRF and government want to go with a larger venue, than WA is the likely choice. St. Paul's is just too large and far away from BP/Clarence House IMO.)
It wont be low key. He's the last big royal to get married for a long time, till George grows up. Bea and Eug wont have very big weddings.....
^^^I agree that whatever rumored wishes that Harry might have won't take precedence over the wishes of those who would like to see a grander affair.
I think a fuss will also be made of Princess Charlotte, who would be the first senior royal princess to marry since Princess Anne in 1973.
I don't think Harry would really like the idea of marrying in Westminster Abbey. If it was his choice (and Meghan's as well, probably) I think he'd opt for some warm and quite private tropical island with family and close friends present and a great party afterwards lasting into the early hours! I think he should get the party, anyway!
Pros for WA are-- beautiful and historic Abbey, in central London, if in summer thousands of tourists about, most of Harry's family in the senior line have been married there. It is of course convenient for BP and the seemingly obligatory balcony kiss, and also for a large wedding breakfast and party afterwards. His extremely elderly grandparents don't have very far to travel from BP. Royal watchers and sections of the public may expect WA.
Cons-- extremely expensive in terms of security and the shutting off of roads in central London, especially if it's a weekday. No public holiday so public, tourists, may be seriously inconvenienced, security, Scotland Yard etc may regard it as a nightmare. WA is huge. Unless you have over a thousand people who must be present at the nuptials then it's too big. Harry's side could probably stretch to 700 or so with cousins, military, charities, Invictus, friends, family friends etc, but Meghan's? Who has around 700 people of their aquaintance close enough to turn up to nuptials even if it is at Westminster Abbey?
St George's Windsor is the most likely other venue, considering Harry's rank.
Pros-- same security and expense issues just smaller in scope, more manageable. Public in central London will not be inconvenienced. Harry, resigned to the fact that his wedding is going to have to have public elements, would probably prefer it. It's a beautiful place, cosy as far as churches go, quite intimate so less trouble filling it. Ability to have a big reception, and perhaps party, at the Castle. Close for grandparents who will probably be at Windsor anyway. As it's Meghan's second marriage some might regard it as more suitable.
Cons--there's a feeling among some royal watchers that St George's is somehow second rate, for second rank royals, which Harry is not. Some Royal watchers might be disappointed. No gathering around Victoria's statue with large crowds of people. No kiss on the balcony. Only a carriage ride around the streets of Windsor.
I do think the royals will opt for St George's and I confess that if they do I will feel a twinge of disappointment. This will be the last big royal wedding for a generation. However, all in all it's probably a better option. Harry however may surprise everyone and choose another locale altogether. Who knows!!
Second son Andrew got a Westminster Abbey wedding. Harry is second son of the Prince of Wales. I would not conclude it a smaller venue....yet. I think there will be a balcony kiss. Andrew and Fergie got one.
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@Curryong-Considering the number of terror attacks in the UK and Europe in 2017, I see SG as an excellent choice based on security needs for the BRF and the public. In fact it is the security needs of the public that IMO should be paramount. The BRF and other high profile public figures who may receive an invitation would have their own security, but Windsor's smaller streets would be more easily secured to protect the people who wish to view the couple and the royals as they arrive and depart.
Okay everyone has great thoughts on the subject of a venue. Now would everyone please participate in the tiara thread. :Jen:
What do you think of York Minster as the location of the wedding?
Not much. It's too far away from everything. Neither Harry nor Meghan have any connection with York or Yorkshire. The only member of the BRF who married at York Minster in modern times was the Duke of Kent, who married Kate Worsley there fifty five years ago, and that was only because her father was a major land owner and the Worsleys were an old County family.
My bets are on a westminster abbey wedding.
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@tiaras nice to see you back!
When Bea and Eug get married...whenever that will because neither girl seems in a rush. Andrew and Sarah will want and demand nothing less than QEIis coronation and PC and Diana's wedding combined.
Lol, it won't be because, popular opinion and economy, come on...no way.
PH is 2nd son of PC, the heir, but times have changed drastically since Andrew and Sarah married.
MM was married before. Legally married and legally divorced. PH and his heirs will not be the heirs.
Poor MM comes with some controversary. Unfairly so.
I predict PH and MM will marry on a smaller scale like PE and Sophie . Like Zara and Tindall.
It would be, my opinion, more serious, economy and subjects aware, politically correct, and more. No heads of state, zEuro royalty, etc , well maybe yes, Euro royalty being 3-5, 6 etc. cousins.
Probably St. George's Chapel Windsor - for Harry and Meghan.
Why? He's still the future Kings second son, and entitled to a reasonable amount iof "grandeur" at his wedding.
^^^I believe that TPTB The Powers That Be will make the decision for the venue based upon: 1. Security needs and the cost for added security. 2. Is it going to be a bank holiday. 3. Size of guest list 4. Tradition 5. The couple's wishes.
I've speculated that since MM is a divorcee, the wedding would be a lower key one, that she may even opt not to wear a full wedding gown. That is the tradition and I know modern ways dictate something else, but BRF is not modern.
Now I've read that the similar line of thinking is being pushed. I don't know if it's speculative or whether KP is leaking.
I think a lower key ceremony would be fitting, as per tradition. Also the fact that this wedding is really not a priority in the midst of Brexit negotiations and recent multiple terrorist attacks. W&K married when things were looking good in the UK, a year before London hosted the Olympics.
However, I would regret not seeing Doria at the BP balcony. I would hate it if racists interpret this as confirmation of MM's lower status or something.
Seeing a mixed race royal bride and her African American mother at the BP balcony would mean a lot to minorities and people who have been protesting and been active against the rise of racism in this past year.
So, we'll see.
She will wear a wedding gown. IMO
As the second son he won't get a low key wedding.
Let us say that the Royal Wedding will be at Westminster Abbey. However, what is the month of the wedding?
^^^A month that doesn't have an incoming state/official visit or sees the groom's paternal grandparents and father/step-mother on any overseas' visits right before the wedding. There are many calendars that have to be checked before a date can be determined.
Not likely to be in January or August as QEII is either at Sandringham or Balmoral. I'm thinking 2018- late spring or early summer or fall.
Quote from: sandy on October 22, 2017, 10:06:18 PM
She will wear a wedding gown. IMO
As the second son he won't get a low key wedding.
if they marry at St. George's Chapel, it'll be low key
The ceremony will almost certainly be televised and the media will be reporting on it for days before, during and after. In spite of St George's not being WA it's still quite a large building, home of the Garter Knights and full of history. Nobody was interested in Ed and Sophie when they married there but it will be a different story if Harry and Meghan decide on St George's.
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@Curryong-I believe that some find the name is misleading. St. George's Chapel seems to imply that this is a small building. As you and I know it is not because it can see up to 800 guests. There are parish churches throughout the UK that are far smaller than SGC.
St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle - Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/St_George%27s_Chapel),_Windsor_Castle
A film of the interior and exterior of St. George's Chapel
St. George's Chapel - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xV4AVRGPdrY)
Quote from: TLLK on October 21, 2017, 02:34:03 PM
Hi @tiaras nice to see you back!
Nice to be back TLLK. :blowkiss:
She is Black American. Ok, I heard it the first 25 times the media will say it over and over again during the first 30 mins of the wedding. I am not slamming anyone here.
I really hope , for her sake, it is like Ed-Sophie, Zara-Mike, even PC and CPB.
I hope her side of her trashy "family" is not included.
They will run her in the ground before, during , and after.
I just came from looking at TDailyM. 👿80 It had to do a genealogy on her with sublimely emphasis of saying she is not good enough.
The posts, omg....simply vile!!!
I wish her the best. PH will , with TPTB, really work with her and shield her for years to keep her focused and away from the people's comments and media cruxification of her.
The goal by the media and people are to rip her to shreds. Very very very sad. Best to her. May she be thick skinned, above it all, and blessed. This poor girl is a lamb off to slaughter.
I am for her and PH, but it is going to be so hard for for at least ten years.
Her parents will surely attend. Maybe not the half siblings.
I think if they marry and once she is an HRH, the media will rally to her. Seward will write glowing reports about her. The HRH makes a big difference to some out in the media and in the public.
I had to laugh at some getting judgmental about her because she is a few years older than Harry. One would think the way they get all judgmental is that she's 20 years older!
Quote from: sandy on October 26, 2017, 11:32:32 PM
Her parents will surely attend. Maybe not the half siblings.
I think if they marry and once she is an HRH, the media will rally to her. Seward will write glowing reports about her. The HRH makes a big difference to some out in the media and in the public.
I had to laugh at some getting judgmental about her because she is a few years older than Harry. One would think the way they get all judgmental is that she's 20 years older!
I hope so sandy. What is out there in the media and people posting is vicious, nasty, uncalled for, vile ...etc.
Will Prince Henry be married in the morning? Or will it be an afternoon wedding?
The majority of 20th and 21st century BRF weddings were morning events, with the exception of Edward and Sophie's 1999 wedding so I believe it will be a morning wedding.
Which uniform will Prince Henry wear?
Whatever one his grandmother tells him to
Maybe it will be the navy blue uniform.
Quote from: LouisFerdinand on October 28, 2017, 10:18:32 PM
Which uniform will Prince Henry wear?
Probably the Blues and Royals one unless he's made an honorary colonel like his brother was for the Irish Guards.
All Royal grooms if they've been in the armed forces wear the uniform of the most senior rank they've been awarded, so unless Harry is given an Honorary Colonelcy like his brother before his wedding day, he'll be wearing his Blue's and Royals navy blue. I rather like that dress uniform actually, quite becoming and prefer it to scarlet.
Who will the bridesmaids be?
These will brobably be Meghan Markle?s bridesmaids - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AlCX8QVggY4)
I would think that Harry's niece and nephew George and Charlotte are shoe-ins as attendants, and Harry also has a godson Jasper, a little older than George, who's the son of Harry's friend and mentor Mark Dyer. Meghan has several friends with children and so I'd guess that one of them might be a bridesmaid. British Royal and aristo weddings tend to be a group of children rather than lots of adults but she might have one youngish single friend as a bridesmaid as well.
A right royal Christmas for Meghan! Prince Harry's fiance expected to join the Queen for traditional festive celebrations at Sandringham following engagement
Meghan Markle expected to attend Christmas at Sandringham | Daily Mail Online (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-5112119/Meghan-Markle-expected-attend-Christmas-Sandringham.html)
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Meghan Markle set for Christmas with Queen at Sandringham after engagement to Prince Harry
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Better. Classier. Appropriate.
Please no wreath and veil.
Please non televised wedding.
Reception should be at Windsor too.
Brief appearance.
So far so good.
The announcement from KP says both want to share their wedding day with the public. So it will be televised, although it is not a a state occasion, whereas William the future King.
As a junior royal Harry will marry like his cousin Peter in a small venue with a 800 seat capacity, rather than William who married at Westminster with a 2000 seat capacity, with a fact that it may be fitted to 8000 - during the Queen's coronation.
Perhaps the BRF money may be sponsored by the TV network sites that may possibly buy the rights of transmission, and save a lot of quids. If not, this will be paid by Duchy of Lancashire, as extra officially undisclosed but with a understanding that Harry's dad is already responsible, whilst William is to Duchy of Cornwall.
Official KP announcement regarding the wedding date and venue.
Quotehttps://twitter.com/KensingtonRoyal/status/935531264140070912
The marriage of Prince Harry and Ms. Meghan Markle will take place at St. George's Chapel, Windsor Castle in May 2018.
:cloud9: This is the perfect setting IMHO! St. George's Chapel is a beautiful and historic setting for this event and hopefully May bring good weather. As expected the wedding will be televised and I'm sure that the couple will tour Windsor in a landau ride through the town if the weather permits. :)
I agree
@FanDianaFancy that the reception will be at Windsor Castle, but personally I'm okay with Meghan opting for traditional bridal wear even if it is her second marriage. Letiza Ortiz did the same for her 2004 wedding to then Prince Felipe of Spain.
I agree 100%. If it where at Westminster, the British Government would HAVE to mark it a national holiday for the whatever day in May 2018, clear main avenues and streets for a Junior Royal. He has already been superseded by the future monarchs children, so it makes perfect sense.
^^^Not a glamorous aspect of royal wedding planning but I believe that considering the impact of the various 2017 UK terror attacks, makes Windsor Castle/St. George's Chapel an easier venue to secure for the public figures and the members of the public who want to view the event.
Yes that is another aspect; one main avenue with no parking facility, and the rest are "green" roads basically for bike riding, carriage and horseback....so Met Police won't need to all be involved.
Still, I think the Obamas will be there ;)
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Announce Their Wedding Date and Venue!
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Announce Wedding Date and Place | PEOPLE.com (http://people.com/royals/prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-announce-their-wedding-date-and-venue/)
Harry and Meghan will marry at Windsor Castle in MAY in 'fun and joyful' ceremony paid for by the royal family: Bride-to-be will be baptised and take UK citizenship
Prince Harry at Meghan Markle will marry in Windsor in May | Daily Mail Online (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-5124891/Harry-Meghan-marry-Windsor-Castle-MAY.html)
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle wedding: All the details
https://us.hellomagazine.com/royalty/12017112825083/prince-harry-meghan-markle-wedding-information
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle?s Wedding Venue and Date Revealed
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to wed in Windsor in May
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to marry in St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle - and are planning ceremony themselves
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to marry in St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle - and are planning ceremony themselves (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/11/28/royal-wedding-venue-confirmed-prince-harry-meghan-markle-marry/)
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to marry at Windsor Castle in May
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Prince Harry to marry Meghan Markle at Windsor Castle in May
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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry to marry at Windsor Castle in May
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St George's Chapel in Windsor to be venue for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's May 2018 wedding
St George's Chapel in Windsor to be venue for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's May 2018 wedding - ITV News (http://www.itv.com/news/2017-11-28/st-georges-chapel-in-windsor-announced-as-venue-for-prince-harry-and-meghan-markles-may-2018-wedding/)
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Quote from: FanDianaFancy on November 28, 2017, 03:56:30 PM
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Better. Classier. Appropriate.
Please no wreath and veil.
Please non televised wedding.
Reception should be at Windsor too.
Brief appearance.
So far so good.
We have wait and see we can have televised across UK,USA and European see the Harry and Meghan?s wedding same Charles,Edward,Andrew,Anne and William but royals can pay include security and televised also you will see that.. i watch Edward and Sophie?s wedding 18 years ago and Prince of Wales married to Camilla I?m really wanted see Harry married Meghan..
If no televised across the globe we are toasted!!
Some speculation that Meghan will be baptized and confirmed into the Church of England. Also that she will retain her American citizenship until her British citizenship application is completed and processed. (Similar situation to Denmark's Mary and Marie, Luxembourg's Stephanie, the Netherlands' Maxima.
I don't want the trees brought in like the way they were at Kate and William's wedding. Kate had her confirmation shortly before the wedding. So I think Meghan will too.
I have no doubt this will be televised.
Harry may have been pushed further down the line by K and W's children but the children won't be able to work for about 20 or more years. He will still be very visible and expected to work.
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Quote from: FanDianaFancy on November 28, 2017, 03:56:30 PM
:thumbsup:
Better. Classier. Appropriate.
Please no wreath and veil.
Please non televised wedding.
Reception should be at Windsor too.
Brief appearance.
So far so good.
Harry is one of the famous people on the planet. I have no doubts it will be televised. Sophie and Edward had theirs televised see no reason for Harry and Meghan's not being televised.
Of course it will be televised. But I think that Windsor is a bit of a second best location, I suppose it has to do with the terrorist threats in London.
I think it is safer. But there will be massive security to state the obvious.
QuoteI don't want the trees brought in like the way they were at Kate and William's wedding.
Oh I loved the trees so we'll have to agree to disagree on this part of wedding decorations
@sandy. IMHO they were the best part of the floral decor in the Abbey that day because they created this beautiful arching path down to the altar. Also they could be replanted later.
Whatever the couple chooses for their floral decor, I'm sure it will be beautiful. :)
Saturday May 26 or Sunday 27 so as many people can actually go and see her arriving and the couple departing in a carriage, just to come back again for the reception.
Monday May 28 is matter of fact a UK holiday, long weekend.
I don't see any other possible May dates where all the BRF can be there.
There are May dates which is a repeat of important events yearly, especially HM The Queen and one of her week duration horse events.
Quote from: wannable on November 28, 2017, 08:26:17 PM
Saturday May 26 or Sunday 27 so as many people can actually go and see her arriving and the couple departing in a carriage, just to come back again for the reception.
Monday May 28 is matter of fact a UK holiday, long weekend.
I don't see any other possible May dates where all the BRF can be there.
There are May dates which is a repeat of important events yearly, especially HM The Queen and one of her week duration horse events.
If Harry and Meghan chosen wedding date on May 26 would be great for my birthday gifts!!
Monday 7th May is also a Bank Holiday. The weather is better in late May, however.
I thought the tress were quite ridiculous looking.. but the Will and Kate wedding overall was not particularly engaging. she looked dull, bland.. Meghan I don't know muich about yet, we shall see.... but IMO Windsor is a second best location. Charles and Cam married there because of the divorce etc. Ed and Sophie because the RF was in a trough of popularity at the time and they were trying to avoid accusaitions of sepnding too much and too much grandeur for a wedding...
Queen WILL attend Harry and Meghan?s wedding (and pick up the bill for the church, entertainment, flowers and reception)
The Queen will attend Harry and Meghan?s wedding | Daily Mail Online (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-5125695/Queen-attend-Harry-Meghans-wedding.html)
I also thought those trees looked ridiculous. If they wanted an outdoor wedding that is what they should have done.
Everyone places nature inside churches when getting married.
The difference is that they didn't kill the trees nor chopped fields of flowers.
St. Georges chapel is not so grand in length, nor height. So I very much doubt they will stuff the place with trees or flowers, already stuffy within the chapel with all its decor themed mostly with order of the garter artifacts. She can wear any dress with whatever vail, and the church size won't make her look smallish from top terrace ceiling viewing.
^^^Good points
@wannable regarding the size of St. George's Chapel and having visited it this past summer, I don't believe that it requires the floral decor that Westminster Abbey did. The interior of SGC is much lighter and brighter than WA, so even smaller scale floral decor will look lovely IMO.
I also agree that having the live trees allowed them to be replanted on Duchy of Cornwall land which likely pleased Prince Charles. :nod:
If Kate had chosen a balloon type Diana dress with 20 + meters of vail, then probably no trees to fill in the high sky ceiling emptiness, the dress would be all. That's how I see Diana's pics from ceiling view.
Both Diana and Fergie had those ultra long trains. There were aerial views of them.
Kate's dress IMO was rather bland, a Grace Kelly type gown but rather dull.
Having flowers at a wedding & having trees moved in are totally different things. :blink:
IMO the trees still looked ridiculous. W&K's wedding in no way were on par with C&D's wedding.
Quote from: wannable on November 29, 2017, 12:15:51 AM
If Kate had chosen a balloon type Diana dress with 20 + meters of vail, then probably no trees to fill in the high sky ceiling emptiness, the dress would be all. That's how I see Diana's pics from ceiling view.
I believe that Diana needed a very large gown to fill the vast interior of St. Paul's cathedral. Its interior less ornate than Westminster Abbey. Reportedly she requested the longest train possible for her gown at 25 ft., though had she worn one similar in length to Sarah's at 17 ft or Elizabeth's at 13.5 ft. it still could have worked. Anne's, Sophie's and Kate's gowns only had about a 7.5 foot train length.
We have wait and see Meghan decision chosen train longer or same Kate?s in 2011 you will find out kept under wraps zip it!!
Diana?s wedding gowns is worth longer is 25ft and bridesmaid help her training I?m like oh my goodness!! REST OF HISTORY!! If Diana was here..
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to wed in May
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Yes there's a difference, flowers will die, the tress not.
The POWs wedding is more important than the second in line to the throne...
And so it is happening with Harry, a less grand wedding than William's. I do truly hope Harry and the institution train Meghan well, so as not to repeat a Diana running to the press or a Fergie messing it all. But this should be a new thread, will Kate and Meghan be besties? I happen to doubt it, Kate will be diplomatically pleasant and that's it.
Prince Harry, Meghan Markle to wed at Windsor Castle in May
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to hold May wedding at Windsor Castle
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Royal wedding details revealed: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to marry in May
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Quote from: wannable on November 29, 2017, 12:32:12 AM
Yes there's a difference, flowers will die, the tress not.
The POWs wedding is more important than the second in line to the throne...
And so it is happening with Harry, a less grand wedding than William's. I do truly hope Harry and the institution train Meghan well, so as not to repeat a Diana running to the press or a Fergie messing it all. But this should be a new thread, will Kate and Meghan be besties? I happen to doubt it, Kate will be diplomatically pleasant and that's it.
Glad to see that Harry and Meghan appear to be getting the venue that they wanted for their wedding. Unfortunately the media will try to whatever they can to sell papers and gain clicks so I expect that they'll go for a Diana vs Fergie angle. :wacko:
Harry is not the most popular. Yougov stats place the Queen followed by William, then Kate, Harry and lastly papa Charles.
Yes I do think both Harry and Meghan will do a fine job, only that I think she will be reminded via the institution of the BRF her ranking and station. It's a losing battle if she F up with it like Diana and Fergie.
@TLLK that is why I do really wish she gets lots of training, study, etc in the inner works of the BRF. The outside walk shake hands smile hug the kids is easy, it the inside part I think she will have a shocker.
Diana?s brother congratulations on his nephew Harry and Meghan?s engagement
Charles Spencer on Twitter: "The best of news. Nothing better than seeing a thoroughly lovely man truly happy. https://t.co/bzBkepTdzt" (https://twitter.com/cspencer1508/status/935191828537790464)
Interior shots of St. George's Chapel
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Exterior shots of St. George's Chapel.
The article mentioned that lunch on Christmas Day is pencilled in for just 50 minutes. How many courses are served?
Quote@TLLK that is why I do really wish she gets lots of training, study, etc in the inner works of the BRF. The outside walk shake hands smile hug the kids is easy, it the inside part I think she will have a shocker.
:nod: Good points
@wannable. I truly believe that Harry will do his best to ensure that Meghan has a slow and thorough introduction to royal life because he doesn't want to see what happened to his mother (Fergie too) repeated again. IMO he's already demonstrated that he's willing to do what is necessary to protect her much like William did for Kate.
From SoCal to Buckingham Palace! :Jen:
https://www.instagram.com/p/BcDqAfnh84i/-Photo of a 15 year old Meghan outside of Buckingham Palace.
What do ppl think of the DM article with that pic, with someone claiming Harry has to watch out, that shes been wanting this for decades. I did recall someone saying she used to watch C&D's wedding on tape over and over, but I dont follow the situation enough to be able to weigh in like I would on Diana related matters.
Xmas Day Lunch isn't THE big meal at a Sandringham Christmas. The big meal for the BRF is the dinner (turkey with all the trimmings) the evening before, after which all the gifts are given. Lunch is just the meal before many of the royals depart in the afternoon (to see their own families, friends etc) and after the Church walk etc.
There are probably two courses, soup and some kind of meat dish, perhaps made from the afters of the Turkey etc. There would be mince pies if wanted. This meal isn't big because the staff need a break and their own big celebratory meal.
^^^Yikes I had thought Meghan would have at least more than 48 before these types of stories started. :no: No doubt the press has had them waiting until their engagement was announced. <_<
@Curryong-Seems like a shame to torture birds with these rags, so I don't think that they should be lining their cages.
Meghan Markle?s family will ?come to her wedding even if they are NOT INVITED?
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Where?s our bank holiday? Calls for royal knees up for Meghan and Prince Harry?s wedding
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Please vote for Harry chosen best man for his wedding in may 2018
Duke of Cambridge
Peter Phillip
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So harry will chosen who will unveil best man kept under wraps till wedding may 2018 please answer one not 2-3
I?m learn from morning news today show says Duchess of Cambridge wouldn?t join maid of honor or bridesmaid because she is future queen consort and she is married to Duke of Cambridge please don?t vote Duchess of Cambridge period or i will informed administrators and moderator stay out it! If Meghan asked Kate be bridesmaid because Duchess of Cambridge have baby in April and she would miss her wedding on live due had baby and loud baby during harry and Meghan?s vows ain?t good idea!
Meghan have celebrities friends in America but Meghan will option who chosen bridesmaid and maid of honor..
Meghan would love have Charlotte as flower girl will cute not since at Pippa?s wedding may 2017
Who will be Meghan Markle's bridesmaids, Priyanka Chopra or Kate Middleton? | Metro News (http://metro.co.uk/2017/11/28/who-will-be-meghan-markles-bridesmaids-priyanka-chopra-jessica-mulroney-or-kate-middleton-7116086/)
I think Harry's best man (or supporter as royals call that person) is almost certain to be William, returning the favour of 2011.
The Duchess of Cambridge would never be bridesmaid or matron of honour to Meghan. The BRF don't do married attendants as a general rule, even if there wasn't the fact that the two women barely know each other.
BRF weddings are usually kiddy-heavy. Upperclass British weddings have always heavily featured children. George, Charlotte, and Mark Dyer's younger son Jasper (Harry's godson) are likely attendants
. Meghan has several friends in Canada and the US who have children, and I hope she uses them, difficult though logistics may be. I'd hate this to be another BRF wedding (as Kate's was) in which the bride doesn't have a single bridesmaid from her side of the family following her down the aisle. Meghan has a niece in her twenties she's close to, as well.
I do hope the uninvited family of Meghan do not show up, not even behind the public barriers seeking unwanted attention. It's Harry's and Meghan's special once in a lifetime day. If they've wronged her or are so misbehaving they shouldn't act trashy and ruin the occasion. Their bad reputation is their own doing.
WEDDING CRASHERS Meghan Markle?s family say they will turn up to her wedding to Prince Harry even though they might NOT be on the guest-list
Meghan Markle's family say they will turn up to her wedding to Prince Harry even though they might NOT be on the list (https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/5023497/meghan-markles-family-wedding-invite/)
I agree that Kate, future Queen status, will not be maid of honor or a bridesmaid.
Although since both Harry and Meghan wish to have a non traditional wedding, who knows.
Is her dad very sick? I heard he may probably not be able to walk her, if so, who do you think may walk her down the aisle?
If the more outrageous members of Meghan's family such as her half-brother (who wishes her well) and her half sister (who is unstable and mostly critical) have the money to fly to and back from England next May plus have money for accommodation in any size hotel (and remember Samantha Markle suffers from a serious degenerative illness) plus incidentals, transport etc, I will tear my straw gardening hat to pieces and eat it with some tomato sauce!
Of course, if the Fail decided, as an extreme form of nastiness towards the bride and groom, to pay all expenses for these relatives, then all bets are off.
However, Meghan owes her half siblings, whom she hasn't seen for about 20 years in most cases, precisely nothing, and that includes wedding invitations. Most brides and grooms only invite those they have close ties to.
That doesn't include Cousin Eli, whom you last saw when you were four, or first cousin once removed Annie, who has a bad habit of getting drunk at celebrations. And, as far as Meghan is concerned, it doesn't include people like Samantha, who has alternately criticised and praised Meghan ever since she heard her relative was dating a Prince.
'If we aren't invited, we'll go anyway!': Meghan Markle's estranged family vow to 'gatecrash' her wedding to Prince Harry if they're left off the guestlist
Meghan Markle's family to 'gatecrash' Prince Harry wedding | Daily Mail Online (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-5128547/Markles-estranged-family-vow-gatecrash-wedding.html)
She didn't know anything about Harry and his family huh? She must think we are all as stupid as Harry is ... I love that her lies are exposed over and over again ... Harry really picked a winner didn't he? Couldn't happen to a better moron ... no sympathy for me ... hopefully her family will cause a scene to embarrass him further ...
Meghan Markle's hen party list REVEALED - but is Kate going?
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I don?t think good idea intive Duchess of Cambridge and leave soon to be three
Meghan have friends in Canada and USA both and also her friends tennis stars Serena Williams who recently married and have baby..
^^ Again ... some will fall for her lies some others won't ... she had the nerve to say she got to know him from screech ... give me a break ... also ... her father is happy she is marrying for the second time a guy who shares her qualities and supposedly Harry asked for his permission to propose but turns out they have never met ... tell me when to stop with the long list of lies they tolled ...
I think it will be a mix of younger family members from his side (Louise, James, George, Charlotte and perhaps the Tindall/Phillips girls) and perhaps an adult attendant. who is one of Meghan's friends.
I was thinking the very same thing TLLK Now that Louise is in her teens perhaps she will be the chief bridesmaid?
I usually tend to read gossip with a big spoon of salt, but Lainey and Meghan used to follow each other. Nevertheless, as I said I am giving it a pass...celebrities do follow and are retuned the follow with columnists, journalists, etc it's part of the holiwood business in order to land a part and being mentioned. She has progressively scratched out and eliminated people, things and organizations that may harm or may be contrary tothe BRF image and its representatives.
According to Harry in the interview, William and Kate have been wonderful to Meghan this past 18 months. The mirror reported in February that Harry and Meghan where at Amner Hall, she met them there, including the children. Both Harry and Meghan relationship was pretty much conducted in the grounds of Kensington Palace. Prince William was asked today about Harry's engagement, he said he was glad his little brother would stop raiding his fridge. 😉😉😂
Time will tell, but as an outsider us citizen I do hope she can run to a close family member when in need, rather than anyone from her past celebrity Hollywood background. She might muddy her life. It would be dreadful if she's another repeat of disappointed royal wives from the past for whatever fill in the blank.
Has HARRY said that they have been at Anmer Hall in Februay or over the past 18 months
A blind item is a gossipy story that appears in print but no names are given, just clues as to the identities of those mentioned.
I don't believe we know when the Cambridges and Harry and Meghan meet or have met. Harry just said that Meghan had met William and his family. I'm sure Harry has stayed with Meghan at Anmer at times when she's had breaks from filming. And of course since William has given up his job he and his family are at KP in close proximity to Nott Cott. In the interview we heard that Harry had been doing quite a bit of introducing Meghan to relatives, including the Spencer side of the family, which I was glad to hear.
Quote from: wannable on November 29, 2017, 04:50:45 PM
I usually tend to read gossip with a big spoon of salt, but Lainey and Meghan used to follow each other. Nevertheless, as I said I am giving it a pass...celebrities do follow and are retuned the follow with columnists, journalists, etc it's part of the holiwood business in order to land a part and being mentioned. She has progressively scratched out and eliminated people, things and organizations that may harm or may be contrary tothe BRF image and its representatives.
According to Harry in the interview, William and Kate have been wonderful to Meghan this past 18 months. The mirror reported in February that Harry and Meghan where at Amner Hall, she met them there, including the children. Both Harry and Meghan relationship was pretty much conducted in the grounds of Kensington Palace. Prince William was asked today about Harry's engagement, he said he was glad his little brother would stop raiding his fridge. 😉😉😂
Time will tell, but as an outsider us citizen I do hope she can run to a close family member when in need, rather than anyone from her past celebrity Hollywood background. She might muddy her life. It would be dreadful if she's another repeat of disappointed royal wives from the past for whatever fill in the blank.
No way she can survive ... Kate is British was with Will 10 years and MA is the only reason she hasn't run yet ... this one ... she will run when the glamour and living off the British Tax payers will get old ... I can't believe he choose someone who he knows divorced after a year and a half and stayed only two years with her living in partner ...
@amabel two different items; the interview yesterday, and an article dated February 2017 from the Mirror. One has to remember William and Kate where traveling a lot to and from Amner hall to London, as William was still with the helicopter job, but where already doing their part with the restructuring movements in the BRF, aging grandparents.
In reference to unwanted family members of Meghan, I tend to believe if they do get sponsored, it will be from a USA tabloid. The BRF press office has more friendly connections with Fleet Street and the EU. The protection to any Meghan stories in the USA is practically nil, which is interesting FYI yesterday I saw a tweet with graphic illustration of the Harry and Meghan engagement public and print interest; none reached 50%, USA first place with a 35ish% followed by the UK with 30ish%, Canada in a 20ish%, rest of the commonwealth very low numbers. Hence the tendency that a tab in the USA would very likely sponsor a gatecrasher.
Meghan was seven years with her husband before they married, and as for her ex boyfriend, when relationships end they end, people fall in and out of love all the time, unless you're suggesting each and every relationship should last ninety years....
@Eri welcome back, we seem to have returned with the engagement. I understand your POV, hence I can't stress enough worry and do not wish anything but good to Harry and especially Meghan...really hoping she gets a lot of schooling, training with the INNER works of the BRF, in the sense she won't get burned or 'torpedoing' herself with her over enthusiasm, which is not bad, if givin correctly. When not, one tends to be disappointed, then reactions from actions may be a yikes., like opening you mouth and saying something that you may regret.
To Harry and Meghan :congrats:
Quote from: Curryong on November 29, 2017, 05:27:34 PM
Meghan was seven years with her husband before they married, and as for her ex boyfriend, when relationships end they end, people fall in and out of love all the time, unless you're suggesting each and every relationship should last ninety years....
No one has suggesting that but her track record is bad ... her marriage lasted a football season and she threw away the man she was living with for Harry ... I can not believe Harry proposed so soon to someone like that ... kinda tells you all you need to know about HIM ...
Have options for Prince Harry have morning suits or military suits on his wedding in may 2018
Forget Meghan, what will HARRY wear to the wedding? Royal expert reveals how the Prince could dress on his big day (and why he might not don military uniform)
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I would be very surprised if Harry didn't wear his Blues and Royals uniform. Even though he is retired from the army, he's likely to wear it IMHO. Now the only thing that might change that would be if his grandmother appoints him to be the honorary _____ of one of the branches of the military before the wedding. Then I believe he would be expected to wear that branch's uniform.
@Curryong and
@Trudie-Would you agree?
Prince Harry?s ?60 million gift to the U.K ? Royal Central (http://royalcentral.co.uk/uk/princeharry/prince-harrys-60-million-gift-to-the-u-k-92525)
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Most weddings, you bring a present for the bride and groom. For the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, they are gifting the U.K?s economy with the gift of a ?60 million boost.
Chair and CEO of Halcyon Days, Pamela Harper told Bloomberg about the process of pushing out royal souvenirs.
?The design team have been working very hard,? said Harper.
?Royal weddings tend not to have a long lead time,? adding on, ?We need to get ahead of the game.?
The wedding of Prince William to the then Kate Middleton saw a tourism boost of an additional 350,000 visitors in April 2011, according to the U.K Office of National Statistics.
Including the ?199 million on wedding-related memorabilia, the Centre for Retail Research figures the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge?s wedding increased U.K retail spending by ?527 million.
Business impact of royal weddings. :Jen:
There was a long conversation between various journos/Royal correspondents on Cepe Smith and Richard Palmer's Twitter pages yesterday, Oz time. They discussed the international interest in the wedding and Victoria Arbiter (Dickie's daughter) who is a Royal commentator on two main US TV channels, expressed anxiety as to how the town of Windsor would cope with the onslaught of media into the town around the wedding day.
Hotels in the town would, I suggest, be fully booked up immediately the date is announced and tourists and the media will be pouring in. Victoria expressed concern that there wouldn't be room at vantage points for all media outlets who apply, or enough room for a large enough media centre within reach of the Chapel.
^^^I'm wondering if one or two broadcasting companies will be the ones actually filming the event and then sharing their live feed across the nation and around the world?
I do see some serious planning taking place in order house the incoming press as well as providing lodging for the public.
Quote from: Curryong on November 29, 2017, 08:10:25 AM
The Duchess of Cambridge would never be bridesmaid or matron of honour to Meghan. The BRF don't do married attendants as a general rule, even if there wasn't the fact that the two women barely know each other.
BRF weddings are usually kiddy-heavy. Upperclass British weddings have always heavily featured children. George, Charlotte, and Mark Dyer's younger son Jasper (Harry's godson) are likely attendants
. Meghan has several friends in Canada and the US who have children, and I hope she uses them, difficult though logistics may be. I'd hate this to be another BRF wedding (as Kate's was) in which the bride doesn't have a single bridesmaid from her side of the family following her down the aisle. Meghan has a niece in her twenties she's close to, as well.
I agree and understand what you said Curry, but I agree with TLLK.
By Royal tradition, I do not know for ordinary Brits, but no adults are in the bridal party.
I am soooooooooo soooooooo pulling for MM and PH, but in order to suceeed, in spite of all the knives out fir, SHE MUST FOLLOW THE RULES. 500, 600: 900, 1000 years of that world which she is entering.
This is not the time, place, life. , ? to be new, innovative, shake things up, modernize.?
If she and PH want her girls and his guys as w doing party, then she will be insulting QEII which is an instruction.
If she wants to be new, etc., then her subjects will be demanding , be new. No royal tax paid for protection officers. Hire your protection security personnel. But a nice richly home like rich ordinary people: Phippapoo and her husband, Tracey Ullman, etc. Go be ordinary.
I hope M will do this right. Wedding dress- not American looking. Attendants- not like in the USA.
She is not marrying some celebrity.
He is an instruction.
For following all those rules, yes, lost of freedom in some ways, she will have a different kind of freedom and a life of unbelievable wealth, riches, palaces to be in, etc.
Eri, you just do not like her.
Ok.
I get that.
Say that though.
I ALSO agree with you :notworthy: and I like her, PH , and them as a couple, but the easy job is done of falling in Love.
He with her and she with him.
The easy job for him was proposing. The easy job for her was to say yes.
Dating, living together, ehhhh, staying private was easy.
Now the real work starts.
I am soooooo soooooo for them, but will she follow the rules. Listen to TPTB and the men in grey suits. Never put a foot wrong.
Camilla and Kate are ecstatic about MM entering The Firm because there is literally nothing NOTHING they can do and get blasted to bits fir by the people and the press.
Friday, way too soon, in my opinion , MM takes on an official engagement with PH.
Unpresidentrd!! This has never happened to a royal bride pre marriage. Yeah Diana went with C in the presence of HSH, Grace and Diana of 19 looked beautiful, dressed like a star, 19; with that gorgeous black gown and opps, boobs spilling not. Never saw that again until she separated and divorced.
MM, gawd, I hope she puts on some pantyhose on those legs on Friday.
I hope she does well on Friday. I hope playful zaH , in his love, dies just have her go out there. He is BRF so he can do no wrong.
Next, unpresudented!! Christmas at Sandringham before marriage....ummmmm .no. Never.
Well, QEII is allowing it , a first ever.
MM will need wardrobes for all the costume changes HRH has. What will M do when PH goes on a hunt?she is not the hunty type. Poor Diana just cried or threw herself down a step or more or got in devilment when SaraehFergs entered the Kingdom.
How can MM be taught to walk, accept flowers during the Church Sandringham Walk.
It ain?t no red carpet entertainer kind of thing, ok.
To me, I wonder, it is like QEII is wanting to see this girl in action NOW. See her sooner than later. It is like , QEII wants to be aware of what MM needs to be successful while QEII is still alive and can catch MM with the right people of TPTB, directions, etc. before she , MM, is allowed to fall Sarah and Diana style.
QEII is a traditionalist 100% .
For her to allow these two, major unpresidented things is bewildering.Why?
Kate has her home nearby where he beloved and adoring mother and sister and , dad, etc is.
Camilla has her kids and their families stashed at Birkhall or her own personal Raymill home.
MM has , has...ummm.
Diana and Sarah no place or family to go to either.
Ok ok, I know nothing that is going on. I do not know these people , lol, just a wondering fan ...wondering hoping this girl never puts a foot wrong because THEy ( people and press) are going to eat her alive. :ugh:
Quote from: Kritter on November 30, 2017, 01:54:23 AM
It is her wedding & I see no reason for the BRF not to allow some American traditions into her wedding. She is marrying the royal who will stand up for her rights especially since he knows how horribly they treated his Mother.
Because she is in a rare position. Entertainer is not rare, special, unique, and held by just a few.
Duchess of Sussex, HRH, Meghan will be rare, special, held only by a few people and us something everybody cannot be like and entertainer.
Allowing her to have some of her American positions, ok , minor ones.
Along with huge wedding fruitcake you guys do, allowing her to have a sweet cake of red velvet, butttercream white wedding cake, etc cake as well. We do not have fruitcake at weddings. Yucky.
Something minor, very mild. Something like that.
Miliitary.
It is a must. H is not like his pals who got married in morning dress.
H is not like his pals who got married with groomsmen and the bride with, bridesmaid like Americans do.
Harry is very proud of his military service and will be in uniform on his wedding day IMO. He may be given the honorary Colonelcy of a British Regiment just before his wedding day as William did. I hope not though, as I like the Blues and Royals black. It was mooted a while ago that Harry might get a Marines Colonelcy because their Hon Colonel is getting very elderly.
^ I don't know anyone who does or ever did Fruit cake at a wedding.
Until about a decade ago fruit cake was standard fare for wedding and christening cakes in Britain. One of the tiers of wedding cakes was almost always saved for the first child of the marriage's christening. Rich and dried fruit-filled and with brandy etc, it kept exceptionally well. (It was covered with a layer of marzipan then icing of course).
I married in Australia and went for something different with pink icing, heart shaped cake and chocolate sponge. That was only because my fianc? was intolerant to dried fruit. People in Australia followed the British tradition then and guest were very surprised at the choice..
That was a long time ago and now both countries have all sorts of mixtures as well as fruit cake based in wedding cakes. I've made and eaten fruit cake and enjoyed it. In Britain it was and is often just eaten at tea time, not for any special,occasion. Xmas pudding is another tradition and that's made with dried fruits and I've made those too. Lovely with thick custard.
Quote from: Trudie on November 29, 2017, 04:39:54 PM
I was thinking the very same thing TLLK Now that Louise is in her teens perhaps she will be the chief bridesmaid?
Yes now that Louise has the experience of being a bridesmaid at one high profile BRF wedding, no doubt she can take on the challenge of being chief bridesmaid. (She'll just have to keep her brother in line if he's in the wedding party too!) :wink:
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Quote from: Curryong on November 30, 2017, 04:04:48 AM
Until about a decade ago fruit cake was standard fare for wedding and christening cakes in Britain. One of the tiers of wedding cakes was almost always saved for the first child of the marriage's christening. Rich and dried fruit-filled and with brandy etc, it kept exceptionally well. (It was covered with a layer of marzipan then icing of course).
I married in Australia and went for something different with pink icing, heart shaped cake and chocolate sponge. That was only because my fianc? was intolerant to dried fruit. People in Australia followed the British tradition then and guest were very surprised at the choice..
That was a long time ago and now both countries have all sorts of mixtures as well as fruit cake based in wedding cakes. I've made and eaten fruit cake and enjoyed it. In Britain it was and is often just eaten at tea time, not for any special,occasion. Xmas pudding is another tradition and that's made with dried fruits and I've made those too. Lovely with thick custard.
Perhaps they'll opt for a traditional fruitcake which seems to be present at most BRF weddings and then a separate groom's cake? I have read that Sophie and Edward broke with tradition and opted for chocolate cake at their 1999 wedding.
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BBC News | UK | Chocolate surprise for Royal wedding guests (http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/375498.stm) Article from the baker about their cake.
So here is a photo of Edward in the Royal Marines Uniform. It's not too bad...but I prefer Blues and Royals.
http://i.telegraph.co.uk/multimedia/archive/03232/edward_3232015b.jpg
Thanks for that TLLK. I agree, there's something about the Blues and Royals uniform that trumps many of the others. I hope HM doesn't give him a Colonelcy in a regiment that requires a scarlet tunic. Ginger Harry and red clothing do not go together!
Fruit cake is Horrible but it is kind of a Brtiish tradition for Christmas and wedding cake.
I hope she wotn have too many child attendants, but I'm sure she will have an adult bridesmaid who can take charge of them a bit...
^^^ AFAIK all of those are currently filled so, Harry gets to avoid the red tunic for now. However I believe one will be waiting for him in the future. Maybe by then Harry's hair color will have already started to change naturally and it won't clash with the tunic. (I don't see Harry following Prince Ashkino's example of dyeing hair once you start to grey.) :wink:
Quote from: wannable on November 30, 2017, 11:41:59 AM
Maybe it's only her mom and dad at the May wedding, and her close friends. Who cares? Not everyone has numerous and functional families.
Out of curiousity, has Thomas Markle remarried or do either of her parents have a long term partners?
Some BRF brides have opted for adult attendants in addition to having teens/children: QEII, Autumn Kelly, Lady Sarah, the Gloucester daughters, Kate and Zara; so I wouldn't be surprised to see Meghan having some present in her bridal party. :)
I don't believe either of Meghan's parents has a longterm partner. And believe me, the Fail and other tabloids would be overjoyed if they had!
@Curryong -Thank you and to be honest, I believe that her parents would like to keep their private life just that...private. :) No doubt they are aware of the press' interest in the other families that married into the BRF (Spencer, Ferguson, Middleton) and cherish the fac that they both reside in North America!
I assumed it would be his brother. I hope so anyway.
Very interesting.
I believe that Prince William will be the best man.
Do you think that Lady Charlotte Diana Spencer, the daughter of Charles, Earl Spencer, might be a flower girl?
Prince Harry wore a morning suit at the wedding of Edward Van Cutsem.
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Will Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Sign a Prenup?
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I?m read on Daily Mail says Prince George and Princess Charlotte will part in their uncle?s wedding next years May 2018 Prince George will be pageboy and Princess Charlotte will be flower girl same Pippa?s wedding in May 2017
Quote from: Curryong on November 29, 2017, 03:50:25 AM
Xmas Day Lunch isn't THE big meal at a Sandringham Christmas. The big meal for the BRF is the dinner (turkey with all the trimmings) the evening before, after which all the gifts are given. Lunch is just the meal before many of the royals depart in the afternoon (to see their own families, friends etc) and after the Church walk etc.
There are probably two courses, soup and some kind of meat dish, perhaps made from the afters of the Turkey etc. There would be mince pies if wanted. This meal isn't big because the staff need a break and their own big celebratory meal.
Thank you for the information
@Curryong.
@LouisFerdinand - Plus there is also the big Christmas lunch at Buckingham Palace for the extended family who will not join in at Sandringham. The Queen's cousins used to gather with everyone when their children were young, but now they celebrate with their own adult children and grandchildren.
Now Duch_, as a Canadian what do you say about Meghan's pronounciation of 'aunt' as AUnt in the interview when she talked about meeting Harry's Spencer relatives? In the interview she pronounced it in the way it's spelled, which seemed unusual for an American.
In Aus we say 'ant' (I don't because of my Pommy antecedents, but most do) and there was a bit of a discussion on another forum between Brits, Canadians and Yanks about why Meghan pronounced it that way. Is it usual in Canada to have a mix of 'AUnt' and 'ant,' and is that where she got it from perhaps? Otherwise, I thought maybe she had picked it up from Harry and his Spencer aunts when they were introduced.
Harry will intive Spencer family same when William got married to Catherine in 2011 don?t you remember that,Curryong
How long do you think that Meghan's bridal train will be?
Not a very long train I think, or a very long veil. Diana's stretched for miles because in a way that huge area at St Pauls required something like that. However, St George's is much more accommodating in its space.
Quote from: Curryong on December 01, 2017, 03:28:37 AM
Now Duch_, as a Canadian what do you say about Meghan's pronounciation of 'aunt' as AUnt in the interview when she talked about meeting Harry's Spencer relatives? In the interview she pronounced it in the way it's spelled, which seemed unusual for an American.
In Aus we say 'ant' (I don't because of my Pommy antecedents, but most do) and there was a bit of a discussion on another forum between Brits, Canadians and Yanks about why Meghan pronounced it that way. Is it usual in Canada to have a mix of 'AUnt' and 'ant,' and is that where she got it from perhaps? Otherwise, I thought maybe she had picked it up from Harry and his Spencer aunts when they were introduced.
Missed this one till now without the @ but as a canuck we use both, id say from my own experience we use the "ant" the most but I have heard "aunt" used from time to time. But there could be regional variations, but usually its "ant" over here.
Quote from: LouisFerdinand on December 01, 2017, 07:39:32 PM
How long do you think that Meghan's bridal train will be?
I don?t know but Meghan will decide training till May 2018 kept under wraps
Quote from: Curryong on December 01, 2017, 03:28:37 AM
Now Duch_, as a Canadian what do you say about Meghan's pronounciation of 'aunt' as AUnt in the interview when she talked about meeting Harry's Spencer relatives? In the interview she pronounced it in the way it's spelled, which seemed unusual for an American.
In Aus we say 'ant' (I don't because of my Pommy antecedents, but most do) and there was a bit of a discussion on another forum between Brits, Canadians and Yanks about why Meghan pronounced it that way. Is it usual in Canada to have a mix of 'AUnt' and 'ant,' and is that where she got it from perhaps? Otherwise, I thought maybe she had picked it up from Harry and his Spencer aunts when they were introduced.
It comes from her Mothers side. Most POC say Aunt as a sign of respect.
The DM is producing too many articles on Meghan. Apparently Meghan broke off her 30 year friendship with previously best best friend and maid of honor Ms. Ninaki. This woman is saying that Meghan has broken relations with everyone she invited to her first wedding.
So I'm curious who will be her side to the wedding guest list. Friends from the past 4 years whilst in Canada? Her dad? Who apparently the DM (new article) said has changed his phone and address this week, and nobody knows where to locate him, mentioning Harry hasn't met him.
I do hope Harry supports her. Hard and stressful enough to be in the spotlight with the Daily Markle. (Daily Mail)
^ The DM is good for photos & not much else.
The curiosity won't go away, a broken 30 year friendship will bring more questions to the mix. Ninaki has been her friend since age 2 to 32 (until 2nd season of suits) and it all went kaput.
Xoxo gossip :hehe:
On another note, pop sugar has decided to do a DM, but reporting on Kate's secret 11 friend squad :hehe:
Back to wedding plans, I suppose Harry like William will invite all his childhood friends and ex girlfriends.
^ You can believe the DM & hope for disaster for Meghan but I think the DM is well known for its exaggerations.
I'm not hoping for disaster, I'm curious to what happened, Meghan's side, which we probably will never know. Patronizing are you?
What you mean is you do not believe Ms. Ninaki to have been Meghan's friend from childhood to adulthood?
i hope harry invites his exes especially cressida bonas.. i'm sure he's going to invite sam branson and isabella and even all the bransons..imagine bransons, kate, will in one event
Richard and his wife and Holly Branson might get an invite, mostly because Branson is a sponsor of the London Marathon, with which Harry is involved. However, Sam and Isabella aren't. Sam was just a minor friend to Harry during the Cressida years. I've never seen the two men mingle socially in a group of mutual pals before or since.
So, probably to Kate's thankfulness, I can't see Isabella or her husband as guests. St George's has only an 800 seat capacity, and staunch friends of the couple, family and Royal Foundation charity heads, Invictus and Sentebale and army buddies will come before any social acquaintances.
Quote from: athena21 on December 02, 2017, 02:30:20 AM
i hope harry invites his exes especially cressida bonas.. i'm sure he's going to invite sam branson and isabella and even all the bransons..imagine bransons, kate, will in one event
Would Chelsy go, he spent more years with her than Cressida.
QuoteNow Duch_, as a Canadian what do you say about Meghan's pronounciation of 'aunt' as AUnt in the interview when she talked about meeting Harry's Spencer relatives? In the interview she pronounced it in the way it's spelled, which seemed unusual for an American.
@Curryong-I've noticed that people in the southern U.S.(Georgia, South Carolina etc..) will often pronounce it as "AUnt" and it's been my experience that my African-American students and their families used the same pronunciation. Most native Californians (English as primary language) tend to say "ant."
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Attention tiara lovers! Do you think Meghan will opt for a tiara on her wedding day? If yes will it be from the existing collection or will it be one made or purchased for Meghan?
(BTW the Cartier Halo tiara will not be an option as it will be in Australia during the wedding month as a part of a Cartier exhibition.)
One of the few things that I find surprising about the Queen has been her great reluctance over the years to open those vaults up for younger married-ins and let air and light in on pieces that have not been seen for decades.
I don't think of the Queen as an ungenerous woman but Sophie for instance, lauded by the media as a great favourite of her mother in law, hasn't exactly been showered in goodies from said vaults over the years. Kate has done a little better so maybe it's a question of rank with Queen Elizabeth? That would be a shame, as over the years Sophie and Edward have represented the BRF at many foreign royals' christenings, weddings etc where parures are required wearing.
Having gone completely off topic here, yes I do believe Meghan will wear a tiara, though she may surprise and have, like Princess Charlene, a jewelled brooch in her hair instead. I do think a tiara is more likely, and, knowing what had happened in the past, it is likely to be one cobbled from bits and pieces from the Royal vaults, a la Sophie, or a completely new one.
Thinking about it I have doubts about a completely new one being purchased as with Sarah. In those heady 1980s days the economy was OK and the Queen was tickled by this cheery country girl who was marrying her favourite son. She may have been jollied by Fergie into buying it. I don't think any of those circumstances pertain today. This is a very old lady who at the very least might lend something like the Mary sapphire bandeau or some similar small tiara, but will probably offer some bits and bobs to be melded anew for Harry's bride, something which can be carried down the Sussex line (I presume iHarry will be Duke of Sussex) without disturbing the cobwebs in the Royal vaults too much. I hope it will be convertible to a necklace if needed.
I've said this before, but how I wish that the BRF had a Foundation for their jewels and that the pieces within were gladly shared (on the Dutch system, or even the Swedish) instead of all this ghastly 'borrowing' and favouritism and gifting temporarily by rank. It's like a miser offering a dollar to his relatives when he's got millions in the bank IMO.
QuoteHaving gone completely off topic here, yes I do believe Meghan will wear a tiara, though she may surprise and have, like Princess Charlene, a jewelled brooch in her hair instead. I do think a tiara is more likely, and, knowing what had happened in the past, it is likely to be one cobbled from bits and pieces from the Royal vaults, a la Sophie, or a completely new one.
This article recently appeared on that well known site that is all things royal fashion.
The Royal Order of Sartorial Splendor: Tiara Thursday: The Queen Mother's Cartier Bracelet Bandeau (http://orderofsplendor.blogspot.com/2017/11/tiara-thursday-queen-mothers-cartier.html) (There is a short video of QEQM in the article and this bandeau is very sparkly under the lights.)
Personally I love Art Deco pieces and think this bandeau if beautiful and find its ties to the late QEQM noteworthy. IMHO it could be a unique and exquisite wedding tiara option for Meghan if she goes with a low chignon hairstyle. However I believe she'd need something else for an "all purpose" tiara. It's possible that QEII has already had the jewelers putting aside some pieces that could be fashioned into a tiara that is gifted or in long term loan.
@Curryong-Yes I wish that more royal houses would consider placing their pieces into a foundation like the Dutch one. The pieces are available for everyone to use when the event calls for various types of jewelry. Naturally the Queen or Queen Consort uses the grandest pieces, but the other ladies also have access as well as seen at W-A's investiture events.
Very very pretty indeed. I like jewellery from between the Wars. So the couple were 'regular customers of Cartier.' Lucky Elizabeth! Of course with these bracelets/bandeau to be worn on Meghan's wedding day would depend indeed on what hairstyle (I hope for a sleek updo) and what gown. Meghan has much more choice in that than Kate had.
Do you think that an automobile will take Meghan to St. George's Chapel?
It's possible that they will use a car to transport the bride and her father to St. George's Chapel much like they did with Sophie and her dad in 1999.
Quote from: LouisFerdinand on December 02, 2017, 11:18:09 PM
Do you think that an automobile will take Meghan to St. George's Chapel?
@LouisFerdinand -Here is an article on Peter Phillips and Autumn Kelly's May 2008 wedding at St. George's Chapel. The transportation was similar to Edward and Sophie's wedding. The bride arrived in a Bently and they left the church in a landau.
Royal wedding: Peter Phillips and Autumn Kelly tie the knot - Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/theroyalfamily/1976931/Royal-wedding-Peter-Phillips-and-Autumn-Kelly-tie-the-knot.html)
Peter Phillips and Autumn Kelly: A royal wedding album - Photo 14 (https://us.hellomagazine.com/celebrities/gallery/2017111644067/peter-phillips-autumn-kelly-wedding-photos/14/)
Here come the cuties! Prince George and Princess Charlotte 'WILL follow Meghan down the aisle' in May (but who is likely to join them?)
George and Charlotte 'will follow Meghan up the aisle' | Daily Mail Online (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-5140693/George-Charlotte-follow-Meghan-aisle.html)
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Princess Charlotte and Prince George could have roles in Harry and Meghan's wedding
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry wedding: Royal children to be involved | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/887644/princess-charlotte-prince-george-meghan-markle-prince-harry-royal-wedding)
Will Meghan have a peony bridal bouquet?
Peony Bridal Bouquet, in a cascading style - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JqmddNwCI4c)
I would imagine so, and other flowers too, in whatever colour theme her wedding will incorporate.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle want wedding cake made from banana, source claims
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle want wedding cake made from banana, source claims (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/12/03/prince-harry-meghan-markle-want-wedding-cake-made-banana-source/)
Meghan Mania: Which doll will be first in the new Royal Wedding race? (http://www.dollsmagazine.com/meghan-mania-which-doll-will-be-first-in-the-new-royal-wedding-race/)
QuoteAll members of the royal family have been subject to this doll transformation. Her soon-to-be sister-in-law, Kate, hubby Prince William, and their children have all been made into dolls. It?s just what happens to the British royal family. Their images pop up on the most unlikely places: toaster cozies, teacups, coffeepots, ashtrays, and even bars of soap!
Just in time for the holidays!!!! :xmas1:
Scroll through to see some of the past royal dolls including Princess Grace, Diana, Princess of Wales, the Cambridges etc...I'm sure we'll see a Mattel version of Harry and Meghan too.
Quote from: sara8150 on December 04, 2017, 12:36:42 AM
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle want wedding cake made from banana, source claims
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle want wedding cake made from banana, source claims (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/12/03/prince-harry-meghan-markle-want-wedding-cake-made-banana-source/)
Yuck!
Quote from: LouisFerdinand on December 03, 2017, 10:58:22 PM
Will Meghan have a peony bridal bouquet?
Peony Bridal Bouquet, in a cascading style - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JqmddNwCI4c)
I predict that it will be primarily white flowers but I don't know which varieties we be featured. Peonies are lovely though.
Royal Wedding Bouquets ? Royal Central (http://royalcentral.co.uk/blogs/royal-wedding-bouquets-92748)
QuoteRoyal wedding dresses have to stand the test of time, but it?s not just the dress we remember. It?s the bouquet
Prince Harry Asked Prince William to Be His Best Man in Wedding to Meghan Markle
Prince Harry Asked Prince William to Be His Best Man (https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/prince-harry-asked-prince-william-to-be-his-best-man/)
Will the Glass Coach be used ton take the bride to the Chapel?
I doubt it. The distance from the castle to the chapel is very short and on a downward slope. More than likely she'll be driven via a royal Bentley to the chapel like Sophie and Autumn were for their weddings.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle wedding: Couple to break tradition using this fruit in cake
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to break tradition by using this fruit in wedding cake | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/887674/Prince-Harry-Meghan-Markle-Royal-family-engagement-Prince-William-Kate-Middleton-wedding)
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Meghan and Harry's Royal wedding day could be TERRORIST TARGET
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle: Royal wedding could be terror target | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/887296/meghan-markle-prince-harry-wedding-day-terrorist-threat-ISIS)
Considering what the UK has been through in the last year, I'm not surprised that St. George's was chosen as the venue.
QuoteSecurity around the event in May is likely to exceed even that of Prince William and Kate Middleton?s nuptials in 2011, when 5,000 police officers were on duty.
The unprecedented threat from terrorism is understood to have been one reason for the couple?s decision to marry at St George?s Chapel inside Windsor Castle rather than at Westminster Abbey.
Security chiefs believe they are able to throw a ring of steel around the Berkshire town much more easily and more effectively than central London.
A well-placed source said that a Special Forces team will mingle with the tens of thousands of well-wishers lining the wedding route to keep an eye out for anyone acting suspiciously.
Snipers will take up position on vantage points in and around Windsor?s 11th century castle and armed police will man road blocks around the town
It makes sense.
Might there be banners bearing the initials M and H on the route of the wedding?
:cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
Royal wedding 2018: Prince Harry to receive wedding gift from Royal regiment | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/887353/prince-harry-meghan-markle-wedding-gift-royal-army-blues-and-royals)
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Quote from: LouisFerdinand on December 05, 2017, 09:57:18 PM
Might there be banners bearing the initials M and H on the route of the wedding?
:cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
I've never seen that done for any previous BRF wedding either at WA or SGC.
@Curryong-Have you ever seen anything other than Union Jacks along a wedding route?
@LouisFerdinand-Here is video from the Cambridges' 2011 wedding procession. It's just Union Jacks along the route.Kate Middleton Prince William Wedding Procession.avi - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DDerhBbd_AA)
Quote from: LouisFerdinand on December 05, 2017, 09:57:18 PM
Might there be banners bearing the initials M and H on the route of the wedding?
:cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
Not sure but there will be an endless supply of Bric-A-Brac once the date is announced. :xmas12:
Quote from: TLLK on December 05, 2017, 09:25:57 PM
Considering what the UK has been through in the last year, I'm not surprised that St. George's was chosen as the venue.
Thats true, but a sad commentary on the times, if it would have to be done for that reason. I think it would backfire though if certain ner'do wells decided to harm the young royals (well any royals, but the most publicity/connection is with the young ones) I think it would wake ppl up.
^^^ Good points
@Duch_Luver_4ever and any attack that day would be horrific. However TBH my greater concern is that the well-wishers along the route will be the ones most likely to be targeted since the terrorists know that the royal family and their guests are likely to be better protected. :(
True, they do like to go for so called "soft targets" like crowds and less protected ppl.
I hope there wotn be any horrendous attacks, and it is problaby less likely if the service is held out of London. Also, it will mean less crowds in London, which is always a plus..but its a shame. I don't really think Windsor is the ideal location.
Meghan Markle has already described her dream wedding dress
Meghan Markle has already described her dream wedding dress (https://www.yahoo.com/gma/meghan-markle-already-described-her-dream-wedding-dress-193406314--abc-news-celebrities.html)
Wedding dress designer will remain under wraps till May 2018 same Diana and Kate?s gowns but no games till debut their dress who designer is?!?
Quote from: LouisFerdinand on December 05, 2017, 09:57:18 PM
Might there be banners bearing the initials M and H on the route of the wedding?
:cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
Were not banners bearing the initials
E and
P used on the route of the wedding when Princess Elizabeth married Prince Philip in 1947?
That was a different type of wedding
@LouisFerdinand because as heir to the throne, Princess Elizabeth's wedding was a state occasion. From looking at video from Charles and Diana's 1981 wedding (also a state occasion) I didn't see any C & D banners on the route. Honestly, I believe that the cost of creating new banners for every royal wedding would be an expense that the BRF or the state would rather not pay. Especially now since Harry and Meghan's wedding is being predicted that it will be the most expensive ever in terms of security costs. Remember that the security costs are met by the public too.
How many hymns will the wedding service have?
Will George and Charlotte steal the wedding?
Little royals George & Charlotte have VERY big jobs at Harry & Meghan's wedding - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QvIoEPJl1bE)
Quote from: LouisFerdinand on December 07, 2017, 09:36:51 PM
How many hymns will the wedding service have?
I'm going to say that there will be an opening hymn, a couple midway through the service, a recessional and of course "God Save the Queen."
According to e entertainment Meghan back in LA since two days ago, and will be back to London for Christmas.
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Her dad spoke to The Mirror that he would love to walk Meghan down the aisle. He spoke after receiving from the reporter a bottle of champagne and a box of English tea.
Phillipa Lepley ls The Wedding Dress Designer to see in London.
Phillipa Lepley Bespoke Wedding Dress Collection - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uEyDBQtOoRA)
Quote from: wannable on December 08, 2017, 02:23:43 PM
According to e entertainment Meghan back in LA since two days ago, and will be back to London for Christmas.
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Her dad spoke to The Mirror that he would love to walk Meghan down the aisle. He spoke after receiving from the reporter a bottle of champagne and a box of English tea.
Why was he taking gifts from the Mirror? Its not that it was very valuable but surely he doesn't need Englsih tea.. or if he does, he can afford to buy it himself.. sounds odd
The reporter probably thrust the bag into Tom Markle's arms while they were speaking to him and he didn't like to refuse.
Harry was with the military, he quit 2 years ago. Harry said in the interview he has not met Meghan's father, so it's very telling that in 1 year and a half, the couple haven't visited her dad, despite the fact of plenty time in their hands to have done so.
No luck for those hoping for a replica of Meghan Markle?s engagement ring ? Royal Central (http://royalcentral.co.uk/uk/princeharry/no-luck-for-those-hoping-for-a-replica-of-meghan-markles-engagement-ring-93016)
Quotet?s been nearly two weeks since Clarence House announced the engagement between Prince Harry and U.S. actress, Meghan Markle. As with the engagement announcement between Prince William and Kate Middleton in 2010, much interest has been shown in Meghan?s ring. Stephen Connelly, Director of Cleave and Company, told the Associated Press that the company has received intense attention from the media. It has been: ?a bit of a shock.? He added: ?We?re not going to be making replicas of it. If you want a ring, then we?ll design you a different one.?
:snowflake:
I actually saw a report on Aussie TV tonight about this. It spoke about the worldwide attention Cleave's have got from this. Two of the directors were interviewed and said that they had received an unprecedented number of enquiries about replicas, but of course that was impossible. They'll be getting increased business from the publicity however, no doubt about that. They were both smiling broadly!
Who might be chosen to do a religious reading at the wedding service?
I believe Doria would be great at that but unsure if that is something the Mother of the Bride would be allowed to do. :xmas5:
Quote from: LouisFerdinand on December 10, 2017, 01:11:19 AM
Who might be chosen to do a religious reading at the wedding service?
Possibly one of the bride or groom's family members or a close friend. James Middleton did one of readings at the Cambridge's 2011 wedding.
Charles might do it. In fact I think he'd like it, or perhaps Mark Dyer.
Hmmm. Is Charles now back to being a dotting caring father? I thought last week he was supposed to be the distant father than only communicates by letter, does not attend birthdays and spends his time worshiping Camilla? :hehe:
I think it should be someone from the circle of friends or cousins, not the POW. POW is far too senior to be doing that. All that I ask is that they do not ask Charles Spencer, unless they want another scandalous performance.
I think all possible roles within the ceremony Meghan's side will be played by friends, her good family ties are reduced.
All Kate's bridesmaids, pageboys with the exception of Pippa were from the royals side of the family. Meghan may well have friends or Ragland connections play some part in being bridesmaids and she will probably be given away by her father. Her mother will be there. That's enough.
James Middleton did a flawless reading.
^^^ Besides her friends Meghan possibly has other family members who have luckily escaped the notice of the paparazzi ie aunts/uncles/cousins who might play a role at her wedding. Now like Kate she might not have young family-children who are of the appropriate age to be bridal attendants. (William and Harry on the other hand have plenty.) :xmas1:
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Quote from: wannable on December 10, 2017, 01:22:24 PM
James Middleton did a flawless reading.
Which is not easy for someone with dyslexia to stand up and read to a worldwide audience IMO.
Lyndsey Roth, one of Meghan's old North Western friends may do the reading, who knows.
Yes, or her bridesmaid.
The Sun's, Richard Price rundown of the wedding.
QuoteTHE WEDDING OF THE YEAR Prince Harry and Meghan Markle?s big day revealed ? from the venue, to the guest list, to the dress
The lovebirds' hearts may be set on a more low-key affair than the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge?s 2011 London extravaganza, but this will still be a wedding like no other
Page not found ? The Sun (https://www.thesun.co.uk/fabulous/5084908/prince-harry-meghan-markle-wedding-plans-revealed-dress/#)
Does the Anglican Church of England have any specific rules on who may or may not do a reading?
Also, how many readings will there be?
:xmas8: :xmas8: :xmas8: :xmas8: :xmas8: :xmas8: :xmas8:
@LouisFerdinand -There has to be at least one reading at a CoE wedding service.
https://www.yourchurchwedding.org/article/bible-readings-for-your-wedding/
QuoteA Church of England wedding must have at least one reading from the Bible and you can also include other readings or poems.
QuoteMeghan Markle to attend Queen's pre-Christmas lunch at Buckingham Palace
MEGHAN MARKLE is set to be at the Queen's pre-Christmas lunch where she will be introduced to Prince Harry's extended family.
The Queen throws the traditional festive knees-up at Buckingham Palace every year to ensure she sees relatives who are not invited to Sandringham on December 25.
This year's event, thought to be on December 20, will be attended by at least 50 Royals including the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge with Prince George and Princess Charlotte, as well as relatives lower down the pecking order such as Prince and Princess Michael of Kent.
Kate attended the lunch with William following their engagement in November 2010.
Meghan Markle to attend Queen's pre-Christmas lunch | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/890416/Meghan-Markle-Prince-Harry-Queen-Elizabeth-pre-Christmas-lunch-will-attend)
She will be back from wherever by then.
What type of design do you think might be on the wedding invitations? :daisy: :daisy: :daisy: :daisy: :daisy: :daisy:
Quote from: wannable on December 11, 2017, 01:10:41 PM
Meghan Markle to attend Queen's pre-Christmas lunch | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/890416/Meghan-Markle-Prince-Harry-Queen-Elizabeth-pre-Christmas-lunch-will-attend)
She will be back from wherever by then.
Wherever? The woman is planning her wedding.Lots to do.
QuoteReading a Prayer is not what makes a good Father
I'd be very surprised if Charles does a reading at his son's upcoming wedding as the royal and non-royal parents typically sit through the ceremony unless they're escorting their daughters to the altar. Charles gets to play a more traditional role- pay for most of the bill. :xmas1:
Do you believe that one reason St. George's Chapel was chosen because Prince Harry had his christening there?
Maybe it has a little sentimental reason, but I strongly believe the major reason was for security. After the 2017 terror attacks in the UK, I don't believe that the government wants to take any chances with safety. It's much easier for them to control the public's safety in a smaller area. Windsor Castle has a long history with various dynasties including the Windsors. Harry's great, great-great and great-great-great grandparents are buried there. Also this is not a state (Princess Elizabeth or Prince Charles) or semi-state (Prince William) wedding so the guest list will not be as extensive. SGC can seat up to 800 guests making it a good choice for the wedding.
No. I believe St George's was chosen for cost and security reasons.
I wouldn't be surprised if Harry and Meghan chose a mutual friend to do the reading.
^^^Perhaps the mysterious friend who introduced them? :)
Quote from: TLLK on December 11, 2017, 09:39:42 PM
^^^Perhaps the mysterious friend who introduced them? :)
Misha Nonoo, the fashion designer's been pointed to as the mysterious friend in recent articles. Meghan and Harry referred to the person as a she. Her ex was at Eton with William and Harry and Misha is quite likely to be a guest.
QuoteAndrew Morton follows his sensational biography of Princess Diana with a tell-all book about Meghan Markle - and promises an ?unparalleled? insight into the life of the royal bride-to-be
British author Andrew Morton, 64, has confirmed that he is writing Meghan: A Hollywood Princess which will be released in April, a month before the royal wedding at Windsor Castle.
Happy wedding from Andrew Morton. Harry must be pst out of all the possible journos, this person will be cashing. Writing like mad to publish in April 2018.
As Morton has praised Meghan lavishly it's hardly likely to be a nasty tell-all. He also wrote a book on William and Kate at around the time of their wedding. When he announced that, Morton caused a stir. There is already a book out on Harry/Meghan. I saw it on Amazon. And other journos and Royal writers will be joining the ranks soon enough.
A follow up towards what the BRF officially announce:
KP still needs to announce the wedding date. This fairly new household historically announced W&K wedding date in a span of 1 week from their engagement; 11/16 to 11/23.
Will Meghan have a Coat of Arms. If so, this will be added to the Privy Councils official wedding consent declaration together with Harry's. If no Coat of Arms, how do they decide to change Harry's from single to married? Anyone with knowledge of royals and their coat of arms and if there has been any bride entering without a coat of arms, what is done in such case.
Privy council consent of marriage
For example purpose, here is W&K. H&M will have theirs probaby around the same month of February.
Privy council official declaration of consent of marriage
https://privycouncil.independent.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/website-list-9-feb-2011.pdf
Here's the document for tourist viewing.
http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2011/04/21/article-1379248-0BB8851800000578-725_634x602.jpg
The document features a white lily for Miss Middleton and a Welsh leek to represent William
Every senior Royal female has had a coat of arms. Usually, if the woman's father doesn't have one already he is invited to apply for one by the Guild of Heralds before the wedding. However, they have to prove British blood by descent on at least one side of the family. I believe Tom Markle does have some British ancestry, but that might be a problem. If he isn't granted one or doesn't apply then I believe that Meghan may be granted one of her own.
Quote from: wannable on December 13, 2017, 04:57:31 PM
A follow up towards what the BRF officially announce:
KP still needs to announce the wedding date. This fairly new household historically announced W&K wedding date in a span of 1 week from their engagement; 11/16 to 11/23.
Will Meghan have a Coat of Arms. If so, this will be added to the Privy Councils official wedding consent declaration together with Harry's. If no Coat of Arms, how do they decide to change Harry's from single to married? Anyone with knowledge of royals and their coat of arms and if there has been any bride entering without a coat of arms, what is done in such case.
Privy council consent of marriage
For example purpose, here is W&K. H&M will have theirs probaby around the same month of February.
Privy council official declaration of consent of marriage
https://privycouncil.independent.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/website-list-9-feb-2011.pdf
Here's the document for tourist viewing.
http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2011/04/21/article-1379248-0BB8851800000578-725_634x602.jpg
The document features a white lily for Miss Middleton and a Welsh leek to represent William
Thank you for sharing these links
@wannable. I'd never seen them before.
^the latest article of The Express is claiming Kate has taken MM under her wing to protect her against the bullying caused by the ex MM friend. And MM has asked Kate to be the Maid of Honor. I really don't think so. Who knows if the alleged unnamed source is and what's up with that.
You are welcome
@TLLK there's a better picture in the Internet of document signed and sealed by ER, she mentions for Kate "our trusty and well beloved Catherine". The Queen does say a lot with 2-3 words in these marriage consents...For those who like to compare and contrast her marriage consents with her own children and grandchildren to date. They aren't all the same. Trusty.
Kate would be Matron of Honor but it is doubtful she would be expected to serve as one.
QuoteKate has taken MM under her wing to protect her
Some more Kate promotion to shove her name in with Meghan's.
Meghan should be careful of Kate's advice because she could become like Kate & that would be bad for everyone.
Quote from: sandy on December 14, 2017, 12:09:14 AM
Kate would be Matron of Honor but it is doubtful she would be expected to serve as one.
Kate wouldn?t allowed have matron of honor,maid of honor and bridesmaid because Kate will become future monarch some days she married to Duke of Cambridge in April 29,2011 what I?m explain on posts..
Not a chance of her being attendant at the wedding. She'll sit with the Groom's family next to William.
Quote from: sandy on December 14, 2017, 12:09:14 AM
Kate would be Matron of Honor but it is doubtful she would be expected to serve as one.
I agree
@sandy. IMO we'll see the usual child attendants but it is possible that Meghan might have an adult bridesmaid too. Meghan doesn't appear to have much contact with her half-siblings anymore, but likely there is a cousin or a friend who could be in that role.
^ I'm thinking the role of maid of honor may go to Lady Louise Wessex much like Lady Sarah Chatto served for both Princess Anne and Diana. IMO there is no shortage of children in the RF to fill the roles.
I also wonder on what type of dress she will wear. I would love to see her in a blush colored gown much like the late Princess Alice of Gloucester wore back in the thirties. As Meghan seems to be fashion forward but still traditional enough for St. Georges
^^^
@Trudie-I'd forgotten about Princess Alice's blush gown. What a marvelous suggestion and IMO it would be lovely with Meghan's coloring. :snowflake: Also I believe that a deeper ivory color would be a good choice as well.
Now personally I'd love to see for Meghan a mixed bouquet featuring our California state flower the Golden Poppy, but unfortunately it's a wild flower that is not likely to hold up for a length of time.
I agree TLLK Meghan can pull off an deep ivory too she has such a beautiful color to her and her beautiful eyes. I would love to see her in a design by Haley Page or Jenny Packham
Actually for a bouquet I would love to see her carry orchids or gardenias I haven't seen that in any royal bouquets. I would love to see her just a tiny bit outside the box though still traditional for the such a historic venue.
Gardenias and orchids would create an elegant bouquet with a heavenly scent.
@Trudie. :wub:
Kensington Palace
@KensingtonRoyal
His Royal Highness Prince Henry of Wales and Ms. Meghan Markle will marry on 19th May 2018.
Today's announcement follows earlier confirmation of the month of the wedding and its location at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle.
Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) | Twitter (https://twitter.com/KensingtonRoyal?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor) :coach:
Saturday wedding with a Monday Bank holiday :xmas15:
The FA Cup is televised in the evening, by which time the wedding, carriage rides etc will be long done and dusted, even the reception. I don't think William will do the honours this year, someone else can do it. If I know Harry there will be a party to end all parties starting at the time the FA is shown, but no photos are permitted at the party.
By the way, one Royal date is significant in Ontario. It is Victoria Day on May 19th with fireworks etc in honour of Queen Victoria. As it's a holiday weekend Meghan's colleagues from Suits who are wedding guests could fly over for the weekend.
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King Henry VIII comments on the chosen date! :D
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We Have a Date! Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Reveal When Their Wedding Will Take Place
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Wedding Date | PEOPLE.com (http://people.com/royals/prince-harry-meghan-markle-wedding-date/)
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's May wedding date revealed
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Save the date! Meghan and Harry to marry on May 19 - the same day as the FA Cup final, Kensington Palace reveals
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry to marry on May 19 | Daily Mail Online (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-5183199/Meghan-Harry-marry-19.html)
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Prince Harry, Meghan Markle?s Official Wedding Date Revealed!
Prince Harry, Meghan Markle's Official Wedding Date Revealed! (https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/prince-harry-meghan-markles-official-wedding-date-revealed/)
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to marry on 19 May 2018
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to marry on 19 May 2018 - BBC News (http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-42369780)
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding date: Couple will marry on Saturday May 19
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding date: Couple will marry on Saturday May 19 (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/12/15/prince-harry-meghan-markles-wedding-date-confirmed-next-may/)
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Harry and Meghan's wedding day set
Harry and Meghan's wedding day set (https://news.sky.com/story/harry-and-meghans-wedding-day-set-11171553)
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to wed on 19 May
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to marry on 19 May | UK news | The Guardian (https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2017/dec/15/prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-to-marry-on-19-may)
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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry?s wedding date REVEALED - and there's a BIG clash
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry wedding date revealed and there's a big clash | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/892779/meghan-markle-prince-harry-wedding-date-engaged-kensington-palace-windsor-castle-may-19)
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to marry on 19 May next year
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to marry on 19 May next year - ITV News (http://www.itv.com/news/2017-12-15/prince-harry-meghan-markle-wedding-date/)
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry to marry on May 19 | Daily Mail Online (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-5183199/Meghan-Harry-marry-19.html)
QuoteMeghan Markle and Prince Harry will marry on May 19 at Windsor Castle's famous St George's chapel, it was revealed today.
The couple have chosen to ignore royal tradition and walk down the aisle on a Saturday so more people in the UK and across the globe can watch on TV or even come to Berkshire on their wedding day
Kensington Palace in reply to SkySports news in reference to the date clash, Met Police huge headache arising as they usually concentrate forces in great London area for T attacks a couple of day before, during, and 1 day after, plus the monitoring all year round.
QuoteThe FA have confirmed the final will not be moved to another date and Kensington Palace say they will factor in the game as part of their wedding planning.
A Kensington Palace spokesman said: "We are aware of it and we haven't announced times yet. It will be considered as part of the further planning."
Asked why a Saturday, the spokesman said: "They felt it would give the public the greatest opportunity to watch, come out, support and get involved."
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On famous people, Ivanka Trump has tweeted her congratulations to H&M. Wonder if MM will send an invite, after the Tig gushing.Ivanka Trump (@IvankaTrump) | Twitter (https://twitter.com/IvankaTrump)
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MM spotted at Erdem, outfits for Christmas or Wedding?
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In other news from the other side of the pond, both MM's parents bankruptcy + traveling overseas is apparently being met by MM, via a trustee letter to the IRS, seems homeland security black lists people who file for this item.
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Which hotel near Windsor Castle is the best so MM can book for family and friends? Hotel.com has so many hotels, hostels, bed & breakfast as far as 2.5 miles. I suspect by end of January 2018 booking will be difficult, sold out?
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TV ratings will be interesting, Trivia: a Final FA cup TV viewing is 10 Million. W&K wedding did not clash with any other event, Peter Philips did some street parties (and cashed in), just the UK 30 Million TV viewers.
^^^Thanks for sharing the KP reply
@wannable. IMO Meghan's family will be house wherever she stays the night before her wedding as it will be easier to manage their transportation from one location. It is possible that they could stay somewhere within the Windsor Park boundaries. I believe that Sophie and her family stayed at Royal Lodge Windsor prior to her 1999 wedding to Prince Edward at SGC.
Would love to see what she was considering at Erdem! :xmas1: They're a popular line with members of the BRF. Kate- https://whatkatewore.com/tag/kate-middleton-erdem-dress/. Sophie- https://www.google.com/search?q=sophie+wessex+erdem&client=firefox-b-1&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwizrsXy-ozYAhUOw2MKHbBkCpIQsAQIKA&biw=1280&bih=689
Beatrice- https://www.google.com/search?q=princess+beatrice+erdem&client=firefox-b-1&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjF3-qZ-4zYAhUB7GMKHRW0BM4QsAQIKA&biw=1280&bih=689
Eugenie- https://www.google.com/search?q=princess+eugenie+erdem&client=firefox-b-1&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjPjJi1-4zYAhVhHGMKHQHxAa4QsAQIKA&biw=1280&bih=689
Yes, I do think housing Mom and Dad at Windsor Castle or within will be a done deal. But I do believe, her friends, will be staying at some fancy hotel nearby. I checked hotel.com since a Royal Photographer is claiming' that most hotels are already sold out, which is not true.
^Thank you for the links, the brand is perfect, no questioning of choice for any Royal Princess to be, for Christmas, Wedding or whatever occasion. :xmas15: (I see in the Eugenie link, even Pippa wears it) A nod to Canada :Jen:
Quote from: Trudie on December 14, 2017, 11:21:24 PM
I agree TLLK Meghan can pull off an deep ivory too she has such a beautiful color to her and her beautiful eyes. I would love to see her in a design by Haley Page or Jenny Packham
Actually for a bouquet I would love to see her carry orchids or gardenias I haven't seen that in any royal bouquets. I would love to see her just a tiny bit outside the box though still traditional for the such a historic venue.
Gardenias and orchids would be beautiful. Add a few peony flowers. These come in a variety of colors.
I suspect that as well as the castle Royal Lodge may be offered by the Yorks, who are close to Harry for some of the party. On Cepe Smith's Twitter soon after the engagement announcement there was a long chat by journalists about the difficulties of a media room being placed near Windsor central (Park St) and it was stated then that all the big hotels in Windsor had already been provisionally booked for May already.
Also Niraj Tanna reported on his Twitter yesterday that there was not a room left available in Windsor for the May date (bread and breakfast places and the like). Of course there are little towns and villages near Windsor as well that offer that. I think that a lot of people will stay in London, travel up to Windsor.
That would be the only possible reason as of today, the London Hotel booking, because I checked with date placing et all, and there are lots of options all the way up to 2.5 miles from Windsor Castle, and that is close by and there is plenty of booking availability near Windsor. In fact, none of them states Fully Booked from either 1 to 5 star hotels.
Possibility that Meghan's friends had already booked rooms when the announcement was made. Surely it being a royal wedding she did not invite everyone she knows.
I hope the Queen won't expect the family of Harry's bride to stay at the Goring as she did with Williams bride & in-laws.
^^^
QuoteI hope the Queen won't expect the family of Harry's bride to stay at the Goring as she did with Williams bride & in-laws.
HM offered the family an apartment at Buckingham Palace but they declined they invitation in favor of the Goring Hotel. :) Royal Wedding: Kate Middleton to Spend Night at Goring Hotel Before Ceremony - ABC News (http://abcnews.go.com/International/Royal_Wedding/royal-wedding-kate-middleton-spend-night-ceremony-goring/story?id=13380890)
@Kritter-I doubt that they'd stay at the Goring as it's 21.5 miles from the Goring Hotel (near Buckingham Palace) to Windsor Castle. More than likely the family will book accommodations in Windsor or might be offered the opportunity to stay in lodgings in Windsor Great Park. Sophie Rhys-Jones and her family stayed at Royal Lodge Windsor (the DoY's home now) the night before her 1999 wedding to Prince Edward, so the BRF has experience in finding lodging for all. :)
QuoteYes, I do think housing Mom and Dad at Windsor Castle or within will be a done deal. But I do believe, her friends, will be staying at some fancy hotel nearby. I checked hotel.com since a Royal Photographer is claiming' that most hotels are already sold out, which is not true.
I agree
@wannable-The BRF would offer to house the bride's family, they likely know that Thomas and Doria are not as well off as the Middletons and it could be a financial strain for them to travel from North America to Great Britain and then have to seek lodging in the UK. Also like you I think that her extended family and friends will have to seek their own accommodations or the wedding.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to marry on May 19
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to marry on May 19 | Newmyroyals & Hollywood Fashion (http://www.newmyroyals.com/2017/12/prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-to-marry.html)
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will marry on 19th May 2018
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will marry on 19th May 2018 (http://www.therealmyroyals.com/prince-henry-of-wales-and-ms-meghan-markle-will-marry-on-19th-may-2018/)
Eri:
Give up! Harry loves Meghan, it's in his eyes, the way he looks at her. With Chelsy it was a silly teenage novel. I can't wait to see Meghan's wedding dress !! :hug: :hug: :xmas21: :xmas21: :xmas17:
Will rice be allowed to be thrown as the bride and groom leave St. George's Chapel?
Depends upon local ordinance I believe and I do not recall it happening at any BRF wedding at Westminster Abbey or St. George's Chapel. Many churches are not permitting it due to liability issues-slipping and clean up. Is Throwing Rice at Weddings Bad for Birds? (https://www.snopes.com/critters/crusader/birdrice.asp)
QuoteMany churches and reception halls still have rules prohibiting the throwing of rice, or require that thrown rice be enclosed in those ?little tulle and chiffon bags.? This practice isn?t about protecting birds, however: these rules work to keep the properties clean so that subsequent happy couples don?t get their send-offs amid the leavings of a previous pair. Rice and confetti can be notoriously hard to clean up, and sometimes not even vacuuming a lawn will return the grass to its pristine condition.
Rice also poses a unique danger, albeit it to people rather than birds: rice scattered on a hard surface (such as the steps of a church or a dance floor) puts anyone who walks across that surface at risk of taking a nasty spill. Far better to prohibit rice throwing at a wedding than to end up with an injured guest.
Don?t do it for the birds, do it for the inlaws
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@Jumie. :welcome:
Quote from: Eri on December 16, 2017, 06:22:17 PM
Something is up with the boy ... she always massages his back as to comfort him and she basically took over their engagement interview and he looked like a novice that didn't know how to answer questions and not the Royal that has done interviews all his life he is ... not to mention The Palace basically denying they were engaged a week before they got engaged ... something is up ...
So what's wrong with massaging his back? She did not take over the interview. I would say no royal and fiancee look really comfortable doing engagement interviews. It just seems like reruns of old Dating Game shows.
Regarding the throwing of rice/confetti etc at weddings I really can't remember anything being thrown at Royal weddings. If you go back as far as the Queen rice was never as popular in Britain as confetti, and confetti wouldn't have been thrown, even if it had been traditional to do so, because of paper shortages after the war. It was probably regarded as a form of lese majeste to be throwing anything at Princess Elizabeth, and Margaret many years later wouldn't have been impressed either.
I've never really liked the thought of rice which, uncooked, is a hard substance anyway, and as others have said, whatever is thrown, and rose petals are a lovely idea, there is all the clearing up to do afterwards.
The most informal after-wedding Royal proceedings I've ever seen was the going away of Andrew and Sarah after their nuptials. The Queen was clearly joyful and the most free and easy I've ever seen her and every Royal seemed to be joking and carefree. If ever there had been a moment to throw a handful of confetti it would have been then and there in the forecourt of BP, but nothing was.
Nowadays, for environmental reasons, it's just not the thing to do. I haven't seen confetti or rose petals thrown at any weddings I've been to for a good twenty five years and I just don't see it being revived. It's just a past custom now.
Calls for longer pub hours and time off so Britain can toast Meghan | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/893186/Meghan-Markle-Royal-wedding-date-day-off-pub-hours-BPPA)
QuoteMeghan Markle and Prince Harry?s wedding should give the whole nation a chance to celebrate, associations and royalists have claimed as they seek longer opening hours for pubs and a day off for anyone working.
I expected there to be a call for longer hours to celebrate! Britons are hard drinkers and any excuse is better than none! :partaay: :P
Meghan enjoyed food and discussed food preparation on the Tig and other social media. She liked certain restaurants and said so. She enjoyed wines and discussing them on social media. Meghan liked certain holiday spots, enjoyed them and said so, on the Tig and elsewhere. She also posted things on social media about others, some she liked at the time she posted and some she didn't, just like everybody else on earth that interacts online.
Would you invite people to your wedding that you like and praise on social media but don't know personally? We don't know that Meghan has ever met Ivanka Trump. And apart from this one piece on the Tig she hasn't spoken about her since. Plus, the Tig was ended months ago.
It's the DM commenters on Twitter that are going insane about a pleasant message of congratulations that Ivsnka sent the couple, not Meghan, not Harry. Now, according to you, though we don't know that the two women have ever met, it's evidence that they are best friends and that Meghan the Faker has decided to drop her! Talk about making two and two add up to 20!
Why would a Bride have a guest at her wedding if the Groom & his family disapproved of that guest?
We don't know though what Harry and the rest of the BRF thinks of any politician. Officially they are neutral in words and actions. It's clear that Harry has bonded with Barack and Michelle Obama, especially about things like vet affairs, troubled urban youth etc., but Harry has never publicly said anything about Obama or Trump, in spite of media speculation that he was heard saying this or that.
We have wait and see who on the lists of intive to wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle on May 19..
Royals and Obamas very close yes because of security reasons and obamas is high profiles political people and also former president and First Lady..
I don?t think Trumps will intive we have wait and see on the lists
But Harry and Meghan makes decisions to intive family and friends include royal family,Spencer and mores you will find out..
I actually think the Obamas are slightly different from the Trumps in terms of getting an invitation. For a start, Obama is no longer a head of state so he can come whether or not it is a state occasion. I don't think it will be a state occasion because it does not affect the direct succession.
The second issue is really about personality, interest and behavior. I suspect that BRF would get on much better with an "enlightened and cultured" liberal like Obama than with a man that once said he would have "done" Diana even with all her "craziness". It would be understandably uncomfortable for W&H to have to interact with such a person.
However, I must point out that the alleged dislike of Obama by POW because of his anti-science views is rather exaggerated. Trump has been a major donor to the Princes Trust and was actually in attendance at many of the parties he organized with Camilla. When they went to USA, Trump was one of the guests and said rather kind words about Camilla. I doubt C&C are anywhere as miffed by Trump as the media would sell to us. We will wait and see but my money is on POTUS not getting an invitation.
Prince Harry shows Queen clips of Meghan's TV show Suits | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/893372/Prince-Harry-Meghan-Markle-Queen-Prince-Philip-show-clips-TV-show-Suits)
QuoteCourtiers claim that proud Harry showed the Queen videos of the American legal drama from YouTube on her iPad earlier this summer.
It is understood Meghan Markle was not in the room to avoid embarrassment.
A friend of Meghan in Los Angeles revealed: ?Harry had been beaming for months about his blossoming romance when he went to see his grandparents.
?And as he explained his feelings and pride about Meghan, he wanted to show the Queen just what Meghan did for a job.
I bet the Queen was thrilled that Meghan had actually worked & did some charity. No questions to Harry like "What kind of job does she do" or "Does she work". Less training needed for this one.
QuoteJerusalem Post Israel News Culture
MEGHAN MARKLE MAY WEAR AN ISRAELI-DESIGNED WEDDING DRESS
President Rivlin invites Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to honeymoon in Israel
Is a Bahraini Jew behind Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's engagement?
BY JPOST.COM STAFF DECEMBER 14, 2017 12:12
Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue-and-white?
Meghan Markle, Prince Harry's bride-to-be, may be walking down the aisle in a wedding dress made by an Israeli fashion designer.
Inbar Dror, a popular bridal fashion designer from Ashdod, received an official request for a sketch from the British royal family.
Meghan Markle may wear an Israeli-designed wedding dress - Israel News - Jerusalem Post (http://www.jpost.com/Israel-News/Culture/Meghan-Markle-may-wear-an-Israeli-designed-wedding-dress-518060)
QuoteWith the Royal wedding date set, here's a look at some Canadians who could snag an invite
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and wife Sophie Gregoire Trudeau could be in line for a coveted invite to the wedding as well as Jessica Mulroney, who the British press is even speculating could be in Meghan Markle's wedding party.
https://www.thestar.com/news/canada/2017/12/15/with-the-royal-wedding-date-set-heres-a-look-at-some-canadians-who-could-snag-an-invite.html
I don't believe 'the BRF' invite designers to submit wedding dress sketches of their designs. Royal brides don't have bits and pieces of their body showing or bare shoulders or sleeveless dresses, even if it's just a tiny sleeve on the gown like Zara's was (and yes I know she's not a Royal, but she is still the Queen's granddaughter.) So I don't think this designer is in contention.
While the Obamas are more of everyone's liking I doubt they are as close to Harry as to be invited ... this is being treated as a intimate affair as it should be ... any of the Trumps ... no way ... I think they are busy elsewhere ...
The wedding is not an "intimate" affair like a wedding in a Church and a catering hall. It is still a "Big" wedding. Maybe Melania will be invited and perhaps bring Barron.
^ By Royal standards ... if anyone thinks the Trumps will show up they are dreaming ... Trump likes to attend grand important things ... nothing to do with the wedding of a woman whose only job was that horrific scene in the Beverly Hills reboot ...
I think the POTUS will be coming end of February for the opening of the brand new USA Embassy building in London. There may be an announcement tied to a state visit, banquet, tiaras.
For a spare, historically who is who in the political and monarchical system will be attending? Perhaps these modern times, and Harry's wedding at Windsor rather than London, downgraded it historically? So it's hard to know? Some are saying because she's a divorcee?
For example from the European monarchies will they be sending invitations to a third in line prince/princess? Harry is an adult and his nephew and niece are only toddlers, so his 5th in line would match invitation protocol and formality to whom?
I haven't seen any article stating the grading of this wedding only that it's going to be family and friends. Charles was a state wedding, William's semi state, can Harry's be classified as a junior state?
Quote from: Eri on December 18, 2017, 09:28:00 AM
No one important will attend this wedding ... The Trump and Pences have better things to do ... I doubt anyone of significance in the Royal world will also ... Willy himself hasn't ruled out attending the FA finals that Day ...
The Queen, PP & Prince Charles will be there & they are important.
Quote from: amabel on December 18, 2017, 09:43:01 AM
oh for gods sake, he is not going to go to the FA final, rather than his brother's wedding. it is possible that he may leave early since its in the evening but he will certainly be at the wedding and will be Harry's supporter
His own words not mine ... don't shoot the messenger ... this wedding is shaping to be nothing that Zara's wasn't ... and I am not surprised given the bride ... as I said even before Megan came into the scene the bride would have been important in how a c list Royal like Harry is wedding would be treated ... Trump attending ... the best laugh I had all Day ...
No decision as of yet regarding William's attendance at the FA Cup Final.
Will Prince William make it to the FA Cup Final on Prince Harry?s Wedding Day? ? Royal Central (http://royalcentral.co.uk/uk/cambridges/will-prince-william-make-it-to-the-fa-cup-final-on-prince-harrys-wedding-day-93466)
This is so silly. William will be at his brother's wedding since his brother supported him at his. The FA is not that earth shattering William can watch the replay later. And the team can go on without him. IMO.
Inbal Dror Confirms She Sent Dress Sketches to Meghan Markle | PEOPLE.com (http://people.com/royals/major-royal-wedding-dress-clue-israeli-designer-confirms-she-sent-a-sketch-to-meghan-markle/?utm_campaign=peoplemagazine&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_medium=social&xid=socialflow_twitter_peoplemag)
QuoteThough several details about Meghan Markle and Prince Harry?s May 19 nuptials ? the location, the date, the first names on the guest list ? have already been confirmed, there?s still plenty of questions about the big day that are unanswered. And perhaps the biggest question (at least for fashion fans!) is this: Who will be designing the dress?
We don?t have that answer quite yet, but we did just get a major hint.
Israel-based bridal designer Inbal Dror confirmed to PEOPLE that at the request of Kensington Palace, they sent a sketch for Meghan to consider.
?We received a request from the royal family to send a sketch,? a spokesperson for the label confirms to PEOPLE, while declining to comment on the details of the design. ?Unfortunately it?s a secret and I can?t give more details about the sketch.?
Probably no-one. After all Harry and fiancee are so unimportant and so far down the line of succession, aren't they? Scarcely worth the effort of replying!
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Quote from: Kritter on December 19, 2017, 01:47:20 AM
Inbal Dror Confirms She Sent Dress Sketches to Meghan Markle | PEOPLE.com (http://people.com/royals/major-royal-wedding-dress-clue-israeli-designer-confirms-she-sent-a-sketch-to-meghan-markle/?utm_campaign=peoplemagazine&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_medium=social&xid=socialflow_twitter_peoplemag)
And any proof offered of that KP request, note, email etc? No, thought not!
Inbal Dror Confirms She Sent Dress Sketches to Meghan Markle | PEOPLE.com (http://people.com/royals/major-royal-wedding-dress-clue-israeli-designer-confirms-she-sent-a-sketch-to-meghan-markle/?utm_campaign=peoplemagazine&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_medium=social&xid=socialflow_twitter_peoplemag)
Her work is beautiful but I agree that it's not created for a demure and blushing bride. The designer would have to rethink her designs to make it more appropriate for a royal wedding IMO. :xmas4:
Quote from: Kritter on December 17, 2017, 06:41:23 PM
It is scheduled but will it happen! :hmm:
Trump wants a guarantee there will be no protests against him. How will the government manage that in a free & democratic society?
Trump would do anything for an invitation to this wedding since he knows the Obama's will receive one whether they attend or not. He will do his usual thing & lie that he was invited & chose not to come anyway. :orchid:
So funny and so true :hehe: You have Trump just about summarized :lol: Nearly spilled my coffee after reading that :hehe:
I doubt if Trump would expect to come. its not a state wedding, he has more to do than go to the UK to see the marriage fo a second son of the POW..
When was the last time a sitting US President attended any royal wedding? My guess would be never.
^ Exactly ...even Obama would be a security nightmare ... not that he will bother I am just saying it would be impossible even if he is invited ... the same with Michelle ...
Quote from: amabel on December 19, 2017, 08:00:55 AM
I doubt if Trump would expect to come. its not a state wedding, he has more to do than go to the UK to see the marriage fo a second son of the POW..
Trump is not the usual President, he is no leader. He still acts as a reality star & wants to be shown his importance constantly. I think this wedding is exactly what he would want to do. He has probably already ask May for an invite. There is a clown sitting in the Oval office.
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First sketches of Meghan Markle's potential wedding dress | Daily Mail Online (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-5193247/First-sketches-Meghans-potential-wedding-dress.html)
If they are releasing designs I would say they probably aren't making the dress but trying to sell their designs. :laundry:
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I was wondering If you think this model looks like Meghan or not?
Meghan Markle lookalike to cash in ahead of royal wedding | Daily Mail Online (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-5191153/Meghan-Markle-lookalike-cash-ahead-royal-wedding.html)
QuoteEXCLUSIVE: Meghan lookalike Lukwesa Morin, 25, hails from Washington DC
Lukwesas was crowned most convincing Meghan lookalike by dating site beautifulpeople.com and could now travel the world pretending to be Suits star
Part-time model's mother even told her: 'Why couldn't Harry have met you first?'
Lukwesa admits she's never dated a ginger and isn't really into 'red-headed' men
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are to tie the knot at Windsor Castle on May 19
:orchid:
Meghan Markle Prince Harry wedding: Date of nuptials could have been chosen due to THIS | Life | Life & Style | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/life-style/life/894148/meghan-markle-prince-harry-wedding-date-news-latest)
QuoteLooking back, no other major wedding has taken place on 19 May in history.
Famous people have of course married on this day before - including Facebook?s Mark Zuckerberg and Hollywood actress Jessica Alba - but none with any major significance.
So the couple would not have any comparisons with other nuptials that came before theirs.
The same is true of the Queen?s wedding date, 20 November 1947, with no other historically important weddings on her chosen date at the time.
It could possibly be the reason. :whatcanisay:
Its alos the date of Ann Boleyn's execution. that's what it means to me...
W&K chose April 29 because it is St. Catherine feast day, which was also mentioned in the homily at the ceremony at Westminster Abby.
Royal wedding: St Catherine of Siena, a life - Telegraph
The Telegraph - Telegraph Online, Daily Telegraph, Sunday Telegraph - Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk) ? News ? UK News ? Royal Wedding
Nov 24, 2010 - St Catherine of Siena, the saint whose feast on April 29 has been chosen as the day Prince William and Kate Middleton will marry
Royal wedding: Read the full text of the Bishop of London's sermon
29 APRIL 2011
"Be who God meant you to be and you will set the world on fire." So said St Catherine of Siena whose festival day it is today. Marriage is intended to be a way in which man and woman help each other to become what God meant each one to be, their deepest and truest selves.... Westminster Abbey ? Address given at The Marriage of HRH Prince William of Wales with Miss Catherine Middleton (http://www.westminster-abbey.org/worship/sermons/2011/april/address-given-at-the-marriage-of-hrh-prince-william-of-wales-with-miss-catherine-middleton)
It was a great coincidence or well planned, as it was also the opening ceremony speech.
We shan't expect H&M ceremony speech to mention the beheading of Anne Boleyn.
***
Here's the congratulatory of H&M wedding date from St. Georges chapel.
The Dean & Canons of Windsor and all at St George?s wish Prince Henry of Wales and Ms. Meghan Markle every happiness. The wedding will take place in St George?s Chapel on Saturday 19 May 2018.
Prince Harry was baptised in St George?s Chapel in December 1984.
A list of past Royal Weddings in St George?s Chapel can be found here .
https://www.stgeorges-windsor.org/news/royal-wedding/
Quote from: amabel on December 19, 2017, 08:00:55 AM
I doubt if Trump would expect to come. its not a state wedding, he has more to do than go to the UK to see the marriage fo a second son of the POW..
No need to invite him as it is not a state occasion as you pointed out
@amabel. Harry has a personal relationship with the Obama family due to the Invictus Games which would put them more in the "friend" or "charity rep." category when it comes to the guest list IMO. I believe that we'll see a guest list that is similar in size and make up to the Wessex's wedding.
Yes probably the Queen and that significant figure the Archbishop of Canterbury told them about St Catherine. 99% of people probably don't know when her Saint's Day is and that would include young royals and their fiancees.
Will wedding soup be served at the wedding reception?
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DRc6_OgX0AECFoY.jpg:large
You'd have to go back to the 1986 wedding of Prince Andrew to Sarah Ferguson for the last traditional wedding breakfast, though. Before them, Charles and Diana did the traditional wedding breakfast in fine style, serving their 120 guests a menu that featured delicate fish dumplings in lobster sauce, lamb-stuffed chicken breast and strawberries with cream. And the requisite toasts with some exquisite tipples. @Louis Ferdinand-No I don't believe it will as that isn't part of most BRF wedding menus.
Here's William and Kate's wedding menu which was mostly finger foods because there were 650 guests invited back to BP for the reception and the BP kitchens could not accommodate so many for a sit down meal.
The Royal Reception Menu of Prince William and Kate (https://www.thespruce.com/royal-wedding-menu-1665885)
QuoteYou'd have to go back to the 1986 wedding of Prince Andrew to Sarah Ferguson for the last traditional wedding breakfast, though. Before them, Charles and Diana did the traditional wedding breakfast in fine style, serving their 120 guests a menu that featured delicate fish dumplings in lobster sauce, lamb-stuffed chicken breast and strawberries with cream. And the requisite toasts with some exquisite tipples.
Chef dishes on a feast fit for royalty | CTV News (https://www.ctvnews.ca/ex-royal-chef-dishes-on-wedding-feast-fit-for-future-king-1.610544)
Now Edward and Sophie had the last royal wedding at WC and they opted for a buffet.
QuoteInstead, the couple seems to be going for the more-humble approach taken at the 1999 wedding of Prince Edward to Sophie Rhys Jones, even if their buffet approach didn't sit well with the Queen.
Rather than risk standing in line for her dinner of lamb with mint sauce, new potatoes, spinach with mushrooms and buttered broad beans, the Queen arranged a sit-down meal for herself, Prince Philip and the Queen Mother that day.
Quote from: Kritter on December 19, 2017, 01:47:20 AM
Inbal Dror Confirms She Sent Dress Sketches to Meghan Markle | PEOPLE.com (http://people.com/royals/major-royal-wedding-dress-clue-israeli-designer-confirms-she-sent-a-sketch-to-meghan-markle/?utm_campaign=peoplemagazine&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_medium=social&xid=socialflow_twitter_peoplemag)
Nono. >(
I know these are not any dresses MM is considering because they are publically seen.
Yes, this designer was issued a invitation to please send sketches. Other fashion houses may also be on her list.
This fashion house, , Dror, is a no no if theses wedding gowns are any indication of what styles she uses.
I sooooo sooooo want MM to make it. Get this role right. Her life is not that of some CEO or PMs wife or POTUS First Lady. They can all do what they want with their money.
MM is funded by PHs subjects, his government, Duchy, yes, QEIIs personal wealth , and PHs inheritance. His inheritance is his personal wealth.
Still, she will be part of The Firm.
She cannot dress like an entertainer, CEOs wife, PMs wife, POTUS First Lady.
Her wedding gown will be on display . She will be married before The Queen of England. MM is a modern bride , but cannot dress in a wedding out of ModernBride magazine.
The gowns of this designer, Dror, are too , way too much revealing and more. MM needs a princess type gown.
It does not have to be ballon, belle , full bottomed, but not revealing.
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Also, the honor should go to a British designer and her reception dress or evening dress or rehearsal dress, whatever dresses she will need can be done by a really classy, well known , conservative but modern but young and fun and even sexy ,but CLASSY designer.
Ralph Lauren
Vera Wang
to name just two who can do all of that .
QuoteAlso, the honor should go to a British designer and her reception dress or evening dress or rehearsal dress, whatever dresses she will need can be done by a really classy, well known , conservative but modern but young and fun and even sexy ,but CLASSY designer.
Ralph Lauren
Vera Wang
to name just two who can do all of that .
So
@FanDianaFancy -Just to clarify, you are suggesting a British designer for her wedding gown and an American one ie: Ralph Lauren or Vera Wang for a rehearsal or second reception dress? :xmas4:
Quote from: TLLK on December 20, 2017, 03:25:12 AM
So @FanDianaFancy -Just to clarify, you are suggesting a British designer for her wedding gown and an American one ie: Ralph Lauren or Vera Wang for a rehearsal or second reception dress? :xmas4:
She should have a British designer and it would be ridiculous for her to have 2 dresses. She will have a second copy of her wedding dress, in case of any accidents.. but that will be done by her original designer
What about Charles and Camilla TLLK? Didn't they hav their wedding reception at Windsor? I can't remember.
I always had the feeling that the queen didn't really like the "low key" Edward and Sophie wedding..
^ She should also pay for it herself ... I wish she would go with something simple and elegant given her age and the fact this is her second weeding ... that is not going to happen ... she is already taking liberties with Liz's money ...
Who said that Meghan wasn't going to pay for her gown, bouquet, and bridesmaids dresses herself? Nowhere on that statement about the RF paying for the wedding did it say anything about the bride's attire or that of her attendants.
Quote from: Eri on December 20, 2017, 08:13:12 AM
^ She should also pay for it herself ... I wish she would go with something simple and elegant given her age and the fact this is her second weeding ... that is not going to happen ... she is already taking liberties with Liz's money ...
Meghan isn't ready for the retirement home yet. :old:
Quote from: Curryong on December 20, 2017, 08:36:05 AM
Who said that Meghan wasn't going to pay for her gown, bouquet, and bridesmaids dresses herself? Nowhere on that statement about the RF paying for the wedding did it say anything about the bride's attire or that of her attendants.
Believe me we would know if she is paying ... her mouth piece Us Weekly would report it ... Liz was pretty clear she is paying for it ALL ... this one will make Sarah look like a SAINT when she is in ...
I doubt that. At least Meghan did not go for the outrageous Mugging Sarah did. Sarah is out, Meghan is in.
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Quote from: Kritter on December 20, 2017, 08:37:16 AM
Meghan isn't ready for the retirement home yet. :old:
And it's not the 15th century where people became grandparents at age 30. She is a young lovely woman. 36 is not old. The way these "old" jibes are going, one would thinks she's 76 instead. And what does this make Camilla Parker Bowles if Meghan is considered "old.?'
Quote from: TLLK on December 20, 2017, 03:25:12 AM
So @FanDianaFancy -Just to clarify, you are suggesting a British designer for her wedding gown and an American one ie: Ralph Lauren or Vera Wang for a rehearsal or second reception dress? :xmas4:
Yes. Wedding bridal gown is an honor and hopefully she selects a British designer. The dress should be rather traditional. It can have a modern 2018 spin, but not one that shouts celebrity :xmas15:
Quote from: Kritter on December 20, 2017, 03:17:55 AM
^ And no cones placed in the front of Princess's Grace's wedding gown & pretend she designed it herself.
I hope the dress is not the norm but decent with Meghan's own style included. I am also hoping for a color besides white. :tomato:
To be classy, modern, and show truth, cream in color would be best. The virginal white gowns with the lifting of the veil is really , in my opinion, silly.
K and Sarah Ferguson had white wedding gowns and the lifting of the veil. Pippin did too. Ummmm, that was ok and true, honest I n my parents time of the 1950s. I knew of traditional brides who did this in the 198Os and beyond and they did not sleep with, live with, travel with, their husbands and other men before marrying. Some did, but they were quiet about it.
I know some of us do not like M and thinks she should wear black. Lol, but M has done no more, no less than Kate, SarahFergs, Pippa Midds even.
I doubt it. I think the queen likes plenty of formality, and problaby was disappoitned that due to the problems the RF were having at the time they had to have a quieter wedding.
I don't really see what relationship there is between the degree of formality in a wedding, and the length of the marriage.
Yes correct, a white simple dress, black shoes and flower hairpiece.
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/content/dam/fashion/2015-08/aug5/Princess-Ann-Tim-R.jpg?imwidth=1400
This may be Meghan's second wedding but it's Harry's first. Anne had had the huge elaborate royal wedding when she married Mark. She was hardly going to go through that again. And we know the background to Camilla's second nuptials.
Meghan may wear a gown in a blush colour or cream (as I did myself for my first wedding as white didn't suit my complexion) or Ivory, but I've known lots of brides who've worn white for their second weddings and nobody said anything. Nothing's set in stone nowadays as in 'You HAVE to wear this and not that because your first marriage failed...' People please themselves, it's their life nowadays.
Nobody took any notice of Anne's second wedding, she could have worn a clowns outfit. But Meghan is going to be a senior royal.
Quote from: Curryong on December 20, 2017, 03:03:54 PM
This may be Meghan's second wedding but it's Harry's first. Anne had had the huge elaborate royal wedding when she married Mark. She was hardly going to go through that again. And we know the background to Camilla's second nuptials.
Meghan may wear a gown in a blush colour or cream (as I did myself for my first wedding as white didn't suit my complexion) or Ivory, but I've known lots of brides who've worn white for their second weddings and nobody said anything. Nothing's set in stone nowadays as in 'You HAVE to wear this and not that because your first marriage failed...' People please themselves, it's their life nowadays.
As
@Curryong and
@amabel have pointed out there are no hard and fast rules regarding wearing white to your second wedding. Spain's Queen Letizia wore a candlelight (off white) full wedding gown to her 2004 wedding to Felipe and it was her second wedding. http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-NS4Vw2qQLng/TmgXLyF51lI/AAAAAAAADa0/5ta85kioBJU/s1600/_PrincessLetiziaWeddingGownFront1.jpg
@Curryong-I opted for cream as well because I don't look good in white either.
@wannable-Make the dress cream or ivory with some delicate gold detailing/lace or embroidery and I believe it would be stunning. Just don't go the Queen Rania route. http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-NFUADkmhBO4/T9aQ9hEaDeI/AAAAAAAAH-4/Y5ZeJJK26OE/s1600/_Hair2.jpg
Anne did want a low key quiet second wedding.
Quote from: amabel on December 20, 2017, 02:43:25 PM
I doubt it. I think the queen likes plenty of formality, and problaby was disappoitned that due to the problems the RF were having at the time they had to have a quieter wedding.
I don't really see what relationship there is between the degree of formality in a wedding, and the length of the marriage.
What I mean and others by that is PE and Sophie had the misfortune and maybe it was a good after all, in getting married after these 3 , huge, big, grand, state weddings, national holidays, massive and public and daily televised weddings and events around it , massive media and press coverage of books, etc, and the huge price take all to have marriages of PCnD, PAnS and PAnM fail on an equally grand stage.
PE and S have a lasting , real marriage. Credit to them.
QuoteAny floral or other arrangements are going to have to harmonise with the Chapel, not fight against it or get lost in it all
Yes
@Curryong-I don't envy the task that the florists will have to undertake with decorating this exquisite church. (I made no secret that I prefer SGC to WA because it's a lovelier interior IMO) I believe that it won't be overflowing with flowers because that will clash with the setting. And no balloon arches are going in their either! :xmas1:
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Quote from: amabel on December 20, 2017, 07:18:43 AM
What about Charles and Camilla TLLK? Didn't they hav their wedding reception at Windsor? I can't remember.
I always had the feeling that the queen didn't really like the "low key" Edward and Sophie wedding..
Yes
@amabel as
@sandy mentioned their reception was at Windsor but there was no carriage ride.
Here is video from Edward and Sophie's 1999 wedding as they departed from SGC in their landau to ride through the streets of Windsor. Their young wedding attendants are in the following landau. QEII and the DoE depart in the Glass Topped Rolls Royce and return to the Castle.
ROYAL WEDDING 1999 - Edward & Sophie (8 of 8) - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9wgGtaSiuSc)
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This might give us an idea of what we'll possibly see for Meghan and Harry's wedding in May 2018.
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Here is another video from the Wessex wedding which would give everyone an glimpse of the Chapel interior, the altar, its incredible ceiling and the exterior. Also it includes more footage of the couple traveling through Windsor after the wedding.
Wedding of Prince Edward and Sophie Rhys-Jones - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JfPzQxyfI88)
Personally I have no issues with what she wears as long as SHE pays for it ... IF she wants to act like this is her first wedding fine just don't burden Liz with the expense ... personally I can not wait for Megan to act like the blushing virginal bride ... I will laugh so hard ...
^ Harry is not the one who will pretend to be at his first wedding ... I am sure he will wear an uniform or a tux ... there are other things to make fun of him for this is not one of them ... gender has nothing to do with it ...
But he is not a blushing groom. So you think all women who marry again "pretend?" You seem to want to make fun of him and he can't breathe now without your disapproval IMO. Gender has everything to do with it. Women who had experience are frowned upon by some and Harry who has had experience, is admired for his being such a player. Double standard.
To be fair, he is a blushing groom, as it is his first time, and hopefully only, may it last forever. This is the second time MM will be walking down/up an aisle different religions, but experienced. I have seen many comments in 'different' sites towards her second to be wedding, the majority think she should pay for her dress, and it shouldn't be white, not appropriate for a second marriage. Also, I'm divided with the thought of security issues, as I understand the FA CUP final is huge (covered by the Metropolitan Police), so they could have chosen Westminster Abby, perhaps they were imposed with Windsor Castle's St. Georges Chapel (Thames Valley Police, smaller church, smaller police force).
Others do not think likewise of any of the above. I do understand that there are modern non traditional couples that do second weddings with white wedding gowns et all, but I do believe traditionalist have their reservations towards carrying out a second marriage as if it were a first.
I will be watching the wedding :xmas3:
Could Meghan's mother and father both walk their daughter down the aisle?
I would say NO. :unsure: but I suppose anything is possible.
QuoteMy point is, there IS a divided consensus in comments I have read in different sites about the wedding details and what should and not, non traditionalist versus traditionalist, whats appropriate according to the later, etc. The serious comments about faith, customs, tradition.
@wannable-It's not surprising that people are discussing their upcoming wedding and the fact that it is her second one. I recall similar discussions when Felipe and Letizia married in 2004. She like Meghan had a civil wedding for her first marriage, so among the more traditional Spaniards this was a topic of debate. The Catholic Church allowed the couple to marry because her first marriage was a civil one. The couple had a state wedding in Madrid and she wore a traditional white (cream) gown with an heirloom tiara that belonged to her mother-in-law Queen Sofia.
Now from what I understand, Meghan and Trevor's wedding was a destination one with a justice of the peace and a few Jewish traditions added. With the CoE permitting divorced couples to marry, I know that there isn't an impediment there but obviously people like to discuss these matters. :xmas4:
Because the couple wanted to marry in April/May and April was out because of Kate's pregnancy, the fact that the court goes to Windsor in May made St George's Chapel a perfect choice. Harry is close to his grandparents (and who knows, there might be private worries in the family about Prince Philip's increasing frailty) so St George's made it much easier for them.
Harry has much more leeway about his wedding than William. I read long before this engagement that he was adamant that he didn't want to marry in WA. (He apparently doesn't want a dukedom either but I think he's resigned to it.) William apparently didn't want to marry at WA either but was told that because the wedding was a semi-state one (with royals/Commonwealth leaders to be invited ) it had to be the Abbey. He was allowed choice of other guests to a large extent though.
I often think that we all often view the royals not as individuals with their own likes and dislikes and preferences but as remote figures on a national stage.
Because of the leeway given in this wedding there may well be touches of informality that might strike people as jarring because it hasn't been done before and Harry is a Royal. Meghan may wear a gown in a blush or off white colour, there may be different choices in bridesmaids to what we're used to, fewer Royal and VIP guests. But after all is said and done this is a wedding of two people in love, and if they want individual little touches to THEIR wedding, so long as it isn't OTT I think that's fair enough.
Henry, Duke of Gloucester's bride Lady ALice wore a lovely blush pink at her wedding. She was a first time bride. Blush pink might be a color to consider for Meghan
https://www.google.com/search?q=alice+duchess+of+gloucester+pink+wedding+dress&tbm=isch&source=iu&ictx=1&fir=FZLfnutGWsh6gM%253A%252C9FP_sk-wtyTydM%252C_&usg=__QkCf_UsSz-JPfDuXsWHtMUkvRNQ%3D&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjf2obq7pnYAhWrRt8KHUb5DIgQ9QEIMTAB#imgrc=FZLfnutGWsh6gM:
^ Good color I hope Meghan chooses something besides white otherwise some will say "How dare she wear white since this is her second time around". :willskate:
More about that gown. She was an "older" bride back then at age 34 and was in mourning for her father.
The Royal Order of Sartorial Splendor: Wedding Wednesday: Alice, Duchess of Gloucester's Gown (http://orderofsplendor.blogspot.com/2011/11/wedding-wednesday-alice-duchess-of.html)
^ I like the dress & it doesn't appear dated. I hope Meghan is original in her choices. :eureka!:
Quote from: sandy on December 21, 2017, 12:38:46 AM
Henry, Duke of Gloucester's bride Lady ALice wore a lovely blush pink at her wedding. She was a first time bride. Blush pink might be a color to consider for Meghan
https://www.google.com/search?q=alice+duchess+of+gloucester+pink+wedding+dress&tbm=isch&source=iu&ictx=1&fir=FZLfnutGWsh6gM%253A%252C9FP_sk-wtyTydM%252C_&usg=__QkCf_UsSz-JPfDuXsWHtMUkvRNQ%3D&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjf2obq7pnYAhWrRt8KHUb5DIgQ9QEIMTAB#imgrc=FZLfnutGWsh6gM:
Thank you
@sandy for providing the photo and I also clicked on the article about her wedding. It was a low key event due to the death of the bride's father, but still a lovely ceremony that day. At age 34 she would have been considered an older bride, but today it's no big deal even for those who are marrying for the first time. :vday2:
Blush would be an good choice though I have to say that I'm personally leaning toward's ivory. I'm also intrigued with
@wannable's suggestion of a some gold detailing on the dress as well. :nod:
Harry is allowed to do whatever he wants with this ceremony because he is a clist Royal ... with William it was different for obvious reasons ... no way the powers to be would have allowed William to do as he pleased ... this wedding is shaping to be very low key as it should be and if she wants to pretend this is her first wedding she better pay for the dress and not take liberties with Liz's money...
Quote
Harry and Meghan aren't holding back on anything.
It will be a day of glitz and glamour!
Reports claim that Meghan's wedding dress has an estimated budget of GBP 374,000 while a whopping GBP 1.5million will be spent on private transport for some of the nearly 700 attendees of the wedding.
I read the Queen wants it to be spectacular to lift the public's spirits but H&M prefer low key. Anyway Charles will pay for it just as he did for William & I doubt they will pay for everyone's transportation. :coach:
Well you don't know what she is paying for and the royals have paid for pretty much all the important weddings Anne Twice, Charles Twice, Andrew,Edward, William now Harry the only two not funded were the Phillips weddings as they are not HRH.
So are you going to offer to pay for the dress or not?
^ You are not getting it ... Cressida is history and yes she is indeed better off with the younger , better looking , richer Harry ... my issue is with the people who said she wasn't good enough but somehow find Megan to be ... that is mind blowing ... we will have to redefine who is suitable and who isn't ...
I said Cressida was history many times they broke up. I am not disputing that. So what's the issue?
Cressida was suitable but Harry did not propose to her.
^ So now she was suitable ... good to know ... of course you can't say otherwise ... you like Megan ...
Quote from: wannable on December 21, 2017, 11:06:39 AM
Yes
@wannable it is expensive to transport guests for large royal events especially those that take place in old European city centers or in the towns that surround castles/palaces. They were built with carriages and foot transportation in mind.
I see the BRF renting out large and nicely appointed motor coaches to move the guests to Windsor Castle. Moving everyone by private vehicle is just not practical. Other royal families have done the same for weddings, funerals and investitures/enthronement ceremonies. IMO it's always a bit amusing to see various royal guests in their gala or morning formal attire descending from a bus knowing that might have just returned from a run to the seaside. :D
Alice Temperley is a London wedding dress designer.
Temperley London Summer 2016 Wedding Dresses - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxBnd8KN2VI)
Quote from: LouisFerdinand on December 20, 2017, 08:32:28 PM
Could Meghan's mother and father both walk their daughter down the aisle?
Why would they?
Wedding dresses by Ian Stuart
Designer Wedding Dresses: Ian Stuart Bride - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VspDOInnKnM)
Those dresses show to much skin for my tastes. :wed:
I think Ian Stuart was one of the designers that was tipped to be making Kate's wedding gown from memory. I don't think he's in the running, myself. I think she will pick a designer that's a little edgier.
They're stunning dresses, but I believe that Meghan will opt for something a little less catwalk and more chapel in design.
^^^Good post
@Trudie. As mentioned in this and other threads, this wedding is not a state or semi-state event. If the couple chooses to invite the Obamas, then that is their choice IMHO. Now that being said, I do believe it would require TPTB in charge of security to consider an additional layer of protection because of the potential presence of the former POTUS and FLOTUS.
I think a US rep will attend. Obama if he goes will be there as a friend. IMO
Meghan Markle, Prince Harry reportedly want Obamas at their wedding | Fox News (http://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/2017/12/26/meghan-markle-prince-harry-reportedly-want-obamas-at-their-wedding.html)
I would love to see the Obamas at the wedding. Trump might have a tweet fit. :D
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Prince Harry sidesteps wedding guest list controversy - CNN (http://www.cnn.com/2017/12/27/europe/prince-harry-meghan-markle-wedding-guest-list-intl/index.html)
Will the Queen allow Harry to invite whomever he wants or will it be a state occasion controlled by The Firm? It just got more interesting.
Again ... no one important will attend this wedding ... not Obama ... and certainly not Trump ...
Quote from: Eri on December 27, 2017, 08:31:12 AM
Again ... no one important will attend this wedding ... not Obama ... and certainly not Trump ...
I rather think that in british terms there were will be plenty of Important people there, ie the british Royal family. Trump certainly not as it is not a state affair. I think that OBama, even if invited as a friend, is too political.. but that hardly matters.
Quote from: Eri on December 27, 2017, 08:40:15 AM
^ Obama is a work relation so to speak ... no way the two are as close as to Obama bothering to attend Harry's wedding ... that makes 0 sense ... not to mention it would be a security nightmare and this wedding seems to be a very low key affair ... a lot similar to Zara's ...
So Zara's wedding was televised, was it, and had a lot of US media outlets interested in booking places in Windsor? What a lot of rubbish. Just watch the newspapers and TV on May 19th.
What do you think of Meghan's bridal bouquet including Queen Elizabeth II Grandiflora, Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee, or Queen Elizabeth II Ruby Anniversary roses?
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle wedding ring fact (https://us.hellomagazine.com/royalty/2017123045066/meghan-markle-prince-harry-wedding-rings-tradition/)
QuoteWhen Prince Harry and Meghan Markle say 'I do' on Saturday 19 May in St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle, they are likely to follow a near 100 year old tradition when it comes to their chosen wedding rings. According to Clarence House, the Royal Family use pure Welsh gold to create their wedding bands. The fascinating fact was revealed on their official Twitter page. The tweet read: "On the fifth day of Clarence House Christmas, my true love sent to me, Welsh gold rings. Did you know the British Royal Family have used pure Welsh gold to create their wedding rings since 1923?"
Who Is Designing Meghan Markle's Wedding Dress? What Prince Harry's Future Wife Will Likely Wear (http://www.newsweek.com/design-meghan-markle-wedding-dress-765422)
QuoteDetails about Meghan Markle?s wedding dress won't be revealed until she walks down the aisle on May 19, but there are some rules the former Suits actress has to follow when she says "I do" to Prince Harry at St. George?s Chapel. Even though she is an American celebrity, she must follow British traditions.
Her wedding dress, for example, will most likely be made by a British designer and it will certainly be conservative, Marlene Koenig, a royal historian who runs the blog Royal Musings, told Newsweek in a phone interview on Friday.
?Don?t expect low cut. Don?t expect sleeveless,? she said. ?This is a traditional church where they say, ?wilt, ?thou? and ?thine.? It will have to be a British designer. I?d be very surprised [if it wasn?t].?
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Princess Diana's astrologer saw America in Harry's future - and Diana was thrilled | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/898430/princess-diana-astrologer-meghan-wedding-royal)
QuoteMs Frank said Diana was worried Harry would lose his ?naughty, mischievous? side and conform to real life but she would be ?so proud? of who Harry has become, and his relationship with 36-year-old Meghan.
Debbie thinks Diana would have loved Meghan as they are alike ?in many ways?, and could relate to her warmth and strength.
Adding: ?She would?ve filled the gap in England that Meghan?s mum, who is thousands of miles away, could not.?
QuoteDebbie also claims that Diana would have been thrilled that Harry is shunning tradition by choosing Windsor for his nuptials and marrying on a weekend - Royals usually marry midweek. Their big day is at St George?s Chapel in Windsor Castle on May 19, a Saturday, next year.
She added: ?She?d be so happy that he was getting to marry the person he wanted to marry, that Meghan is such a different person.
"She?d really admire Harry for bringing her in.?
It's been reported that there is a boost to tourism already at Windsor, and many people want to see St George's Chapel where the wedding will be held.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding boosts local tourism (http://ewn.co.za/2017/12/31/prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-s-wedding-boosts-local-tourism)
Excellent news because it really is an architectural and historic gem IMHO.
An article about the stipulation of Meghan's wedding dress:
Who Is Designing Meghan Markle's Wedding Dress? What Prince Harry's Future Wife Will Likely Wear (http://www.newsweek.com/design-meghan-markle-wedding-dress-765422)
How Meghan Markle and Harry could follow THIS nearly 100-year-old wedding ring tradition
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry could follow wedding ring royal tradition | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/898281/Meghan-Markle-Prince-Harry-wedding-ring-royal-tradition-welsh-gold-Queen-Kate-Middleton)
Quote from: sara8150 on January 02, 2018, 08:34:37 AM
How Meghan Markle and Harry could follow THIS nearly 100-year-old wedding ring tradition
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry could follow wedding ring royal tradition | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/898281/Meghan-Markle-Prince-Harry-wedding-ring-royal-tradition-welsh-gold-Queen-Kate-Middleton)
I would have thought that that gold was all used up..
Meghan Markle Wants Her Mom to Walk Her Down the Aisle (https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/meghan-markle-wants-her-mom-to-walk-her-down-the-aisle/)
QuoteNew rules. The royal wedding between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle is just months away, and the couple are shaking things up in a big way. A source close to the pair tells Us Weekly that the actress wants her mother Doria Ragland to be the one to give her away.
The Suits actress, 36, is breaking tradition and wants her mom to walk her down the aisle instead of her father, Thomas Markle. ?With the wedding, they both want to do things their way. While they will always be mindful of traditions and the views of their elders, the day is ultimately about them and what they want to do,? the insider tells Us. ?The day of the wedding itself will certainly hold a few unconventional surprises. Don?t expect a royal wedding by numbers. They want to involve their friends and family as much in as much as possible throughout the day.?
Rumors will be of this and that until the big day. I?ll see the dress...who walks her down the aisle, etc.when it all happens.
It would be interesting & a move into a new era if she did have her Mother do it. It is also an indication that she is not close to her Dad or his children.
Cool. :thumbsup:
I will smile at that if it happens. Nice change from the usual traditional wedding. I wonder what QM and Mary of Teck would say if they had a glimpse :hehe:
The same Us Mag that broke the news of the couple staying at Amner Hall. So, Meghan's mother will do the honors of walking her down the aisle.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry royal wedding to boost UK economy by ?500MILLION | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/899548/meghan-markle-news-prince-harry-royal-wedding-uk-tourism-economy-latest-updates)
QuoteThousands of tourists from around the globe are expected to flock to the UK later this year to enjoy the festivities and to try to catch a glimpse of the royal couple as they tie the knot.
According to the Office for National Statistics, Prince William?s wedding to Kate Middleton in April 2011 led to an increase of 350,000 visitors compared to the same month the year before and business valuation consultancy Brand Finance believe we?ll see a similar trend in May.
Harry is one of the most popular members of the royal family and Meghan?s status as a globally recognised actor means their wedding could eclipse that of older brother William.
In total, consultancy firm Brand Finance estimates the nuptials will generate some ?500million.
Cele|bitchy | Meghan Markle apparently wants her mother to walk her down the aisle? (http://www.celebitchy.com/561386/meghan_markle_apparently_wants_her_mother_to_walk_her_down_the_aisle/)
QuoteAs Meghan?s half-siblings continue to behave like a?holes, I worry that Meghan?s dysfunctional family will be used against her for years to come. I don?t know if she has much of a relationship with her father at this point, but I do know she?s close to her mother. So? is she even going to invite her father to the wedding? Us Weekly says she wants her mom to walk her down the aisle.
If her mother was her only living parent, I don?t think this would be any kind of big deal. But considering her father is alive, it does seem? pointed and dysfunctional, right at the very moment that the Windsors want their image to be about a functional and loving family. I mean, very few of us are in a position to judge ? I suspect many of us have family drama, petty squabbles with brothers and sisters or cousins or aunts and uncles. Most of us have divorce in some branch of our families, and most of us have relatives we would never invite to our weddings. Maybe that?s the kind of mundane, relatable drama that Meghan brings to the table. Duchesses, they?re just like us: they are beefing with their dad too.
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Meghan Markle's sister slams rumours that her father won't walk her down the aisle | Life | Life & Style | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/life-style/life/899696/meghan-markle-news-prince-harry-royal-wedding-samantha-markle)
QuoteMeghan Markle?s sister, Samantha Markle, has spoken out against the recent rumours surrounding the royal wedding.
A source told E! News that Meghan, 36, wanted her mother Doria Radlan to walk her down the aisle instead of her father, Tom Markle.
Her sister has since slammed the rumours on Twitter, as seen by news.com.au, stating: "Muck about Doria walking Meg down the aisle, is NOT true.
?Our father will walk her down the aisle.?
@amabel-I agree that the gold that was mined from the Clogau mine was used up but according to the BBC, there are other limited sources for Welsh gold. It's been speculated that the newer rings were sourced from other mines. Here's an article from 2011 about Kate's ring.
Welsh gold wedding ring continues royal tradition - BBC News (http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-wales-south-west-wales-13196514)
QuoteIn 1923, the royal ring was fashioned from a gift of Clogau gold with enough left over for the weddings of The Queen in 1947 as well as those of the late Princess Margaret, the Princess Royal and the 1981 marriage of Prince Charles and Diana.
The stock of the original Clogau gift is believed to be almost exhausted, having been replenished over the years with donations from several other Welsh mines.
Clarence House is remaining tight lipped over the precise source of the Welsh gold for Kate's wedding band.
In a statement to dispel speculation and confusing merchandising, the palace announced: "The wedding ring that Catherine Middleton will wear will be made of Welsh gold. The gold was given to Prince William by The Queen shortly after the couple were engaged."
"It has been in the family's possession for some years and has been in the care of the royal jewellers. There are no further details on which mine the gold was mined from."
Is this absolutely correct? Meghan wants her mother to be the one to give her away.
Meghan Markle Wants Her Mom to Walk Her Down the Aisle (http://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/meghan-markle-wants-her-mom-to-walk-her-down-the-aisle)
^^^
@LouisFerdinand-IMO this story should be considered as speculation until there is confirmation from the couple or Kensington Palace.
Meghan Markle Prince Harry wedding: Marriage predicted to be 'passionate' by ancient chart | Life | Life & Style | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/life-style/life/899607/meghan-markle-prince-harry-wedding-marriage-chinese-zodiac)
QuoteAccording to the Chinese Zodiac, Harry and Meghan have lots to look forward to.
This year is the year of the dog in the Chinese Zodiac, and each animal sign affects those born under each animal sign differently.
Meghan was born in 1981 under the year of the rooster. According to thechinesezodiac.org, the former actress can look forward to a year ?full of passion?.
It says: ?This zodiac sign will have a year full of passion. Many of the natives will fall in love and will live true love stories.?
Hello all.... I haven't been on this forum for awhile (password problem). always enjoyed back in the day, when we had Chelsy/ Kate boards and the comments back and forth... I quickly scanned some of the comments and am surprised that there are not too many who oppose Markle's entry into the BRF. . . No comments regarding Harry's approach to Her Majesty and how he won her and the other senior royals over to accept this woman! I am truly baffled there is not an uproar about Meghan and her questionable past. I am NOT referring to skin colour, but what I see as a publicity mad narcistic young women who will flip religions at a drop of a hat, to suit the occasion , and to turn a live in partner out, because a more sensational , well known British Royal has fallen for her. IMO, Prince Harry , although loved by many prior to MM, is losing the backing of the people for his choice of bride. Again IMO, SHE will be the leader in this marriage (if it comes off)and I feel Harry is a "jealous possessive " type with an immature approach to romantic problems. Can some of you tell me if I am out in left field on this. Do not care for this lady. If she could, I'm sure she would even flirt with other men. Check the video of coming out of the church and the little interaction with William, .
Meghan Markle's Friends - Guests & Bridesmaids at Prince Harry's Wedding (http://www.townandcountrymag.com/society/tradition/g13935674/meghan-markle-friends/)
QuoteI am wondering if the silence and lack of scrutiny is related to Harry's place in line to the throne?
:goodpost:
@Blue Clover. Yes I agree that there is less scrutiny because it's very unlikely that Harry would ever become the monarch unless there is a terrible tragedy.
@TLLK Exactly! They really could be giving him a pass to find someone he's personally happy with because he will never be the Monarch.
Will Meghan Markle Wear Princess Diana?s Tiara on Her Wedding Day? (https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/will-meghan-markle-wear-princess-dianas-tiara-on-her-wedding-day/)
QuoteMeghan Markle already has a piece of Princess Diana?s jewelry collection in her engagement ring, but will the bride-to-be wear the late princess? tiara during her wedding to Prince Harry? Royal expert Ingrid Seward spoke to Us Weekly about why she thinks she will.
That would be great. :nod:
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Meghan Markle won't wear royal jewels until she's married | Daily Mail Online (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-5239647/Meghan-wont-wear-royal-jewels-shes-married.html)
Quote from: Kritter on January 05, 2018, 08:04:20 PM
Will Meghan Markle Wear Princess Diana?s Tiara on Her Wedding Day? (https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/will-meghan-markle-wear-princess-dianas-tiara-on-her-wedding-day/)
That would be great. :nod:
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Meghan Markle won't wear royal jewels until she's married | Daily Mail Online (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-5239647/Meghan-wont-wear-royal-jewels-shes-married.html)
TBH I believe that loan of the Spencer tiara would depend upon if the owner is in a generous mood and with Charles Spencer that isn't always clear. :shrug:
More likely Princess Charlotte will wear it at her wedding
Quote from: sandy on January 05, 2018, 09:15:13 PM
More likely Princess Charlotte will wear it at her wedding
I agree
@sandy that it is possible, but IMO it's more likely that Charles Spencer's daughters, future daughters-in-law, and nieces might wear it since Princess Charlotte will have other BRF related tiaras to wear. :)
There is even a petition to stop him marrying her, to prevent her from being a member of the royal family. How insane is that to think you have a say in another persons choice of spouce
Petition ? Theresa May MP: Prevent Meghan Markle having an official title or role in the Royal Family ? Change.org (https://www.change.org/p/theresa-may-mp-prevent-meghan-markle-having-an-official-title-or-role-in-the-royal-family)
the message in all of its insanity
we The undersigned believe that Meghan Markle is unsuitable to be a member of the Royal Family and to have an official position in representing this country. She has shown her disrespect for the Monarch and Royal Family by pulling faces and sticking her tongue out to the visitors during her first public appearance with the Queen. Her attitude and actions in Nottingham shows her lack of respect towards Harry. No member of the Royal Family should have naked images of them freely available on the internet as she does. Her constant sex simulation makes her a laughing stock and an embarrassment to this country. Her previous divorces and cheating on partners does not lend us to believe she will be faithful to Harry. Please prevent her from having an official role or title after her marriage to Harry. Or the other option is to allow Harry to relinquish all his titles and links to the Royal Family, take his mother?s inheritance and go and live in America as a regular citizen. He has stated before that he didn?t want to be Royal so maybe now this is his chance.
Hmm, I think that is a first.
Quote from: Kritter on January 05, 2018, 04:21:37 PM
Meghan Markle's Friends - Guests & Bridesmaids at Prince Harry's Wedding (http://www.townandcountrymag.com/society/tradition/g13935674/meghan-markle-friends/)
The article mentioned that Markus Anderson "reportedly introduced" Meghan to Prince Harry. Is this absolutely true?
I agree that petition is hate filled and for what?. What if someone who signs it is unhinged and really wants to hurt Meghan--physically or stalk her. Dislike is one thing but obsessive loathing of her is another. There is no reason to deprive her of a title or keep her from working. However would she prove herself as a royal if she were 'forbidden' to work.
The idea that someone would petition to prevent a marriage or someone having an official role is not new if people really read royal history. I remember there was such a petition in 2005 and the establishment firmly said no. In that event I kinda understood the reasons for the animosity (although I vehemently disagree with them) but this time someone is being judged before she even gets a foot in.
If Harry and Meghan had shown little PDA the petition would say he was repulsed by her and they did not "Really" love each other and so on. She just can't win.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's romantic wedding reception plans 'blocked by royal aides' in favour of 'more practical' venue - Mirror Online (http://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/meghan-markle-harry-wedding-reception-11811266#ICID=sharebar_twitter)
QuoteLike any bride-to-be, Meghan Markle has no doubt been getting busy planning her dream wedding to Prince Harry.
But her hopes of holding the reception in a spot that means a great deal to her and the prince have reportedly been dashed, with royal aides said to have put the kibosh on her romantic plans.
The former actress is said to have been gunning to celebrate their nuptials at the stunning Frogmore House in Windsor Home Park, where they shot their engagement photos.
The stately home, which is where Queen Victoria and Prince Albert are buried, has a particularly special meaning for Meghan given that its where Harry took her for a picnic when they were dating last summer.
The petition is ridiculous. Period.
The next step is:
The Queen has yet to issue the Privy Council of the instrument of consent for Prince Henry and Rachel Meghan Markle.
Quote"Now know ye that We have consented and do by these Presents signify Our Consent to the contracting of Matrimony between Our Most Dearly Beloved Grandson Prince William Arthur Philip Louis of Wales, K.G. and Our Trusty and Well-beloved Catherine Elizabeth Middleton.
Quotethe Instrument of Consent features decorative artwork to represent the groom and bride-to-be.
A gold cipher of the couple's entwined initials beneath the prince's coronet represents the pair. A white lily embodies St Catherine of Siena, whose feast day falls on April 29th and with whom Miss Middleton shares her name.
Beneath it, a Welsh leek surrounded by William's white three-pronged second in line to the throne label, represents Prince William alongside a tiny red shell from the Spencer family Arms.
The heraldic symbol of a red dragon depicts Wales and the UK is present through the three floral emblems; the rose, thistle and shamrock.
The instrument also shows William's blue and gold Order of the Garter belt, and a large gold E for Elizabeth
^^^I agree
@wannable that Meghan is better off not making any comments regarding her siblings and other extended family members.
Trumps USA, believable.
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Just checking the latest wedding article links, I like Vera Wang, although I'd like to see her Canadian or UK designer.
Frogmore House (within the Windsor estate) would represent GBP 1 million transportation for all the guests from St. George's Chapel versus the short walk to St. George's Hall in Windsor Castle.
The Queen and POW are already paying that amount to/from designated stops routes hotels/Windsor St. George's Chapel (practical walk to the castle reception party), busses again designated stops routes hotels.
The article is incomplete, but that is the major reason.
MM dad speaks to the press again, this time in tape.
Meghan Markle?s dad hailed Prince Harry as 'a gentleman' as he dismissed rumours of family rift ahead of Royal Wedding (https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/5288925/meghan-markles-dad-hailed-prince-harry-as-a-gentleman-as-he-dismissed-rumours-of-family-rift-ahead-of-royal-wedding/)
So they ambushed the man. The press needs to leave her parents alone. They always have Tom Jr. & Samantha to sell them BS. >(
A Murdoch publication. :Lothwen:
True, hence I doubt HM will ever use those pictures for any Christmas speech (she used the sunken garden announcement paparazzi pic). The BRF do use their engagement pictures for their 'copyright' publications. So we shall see when and if KP will use them for future announcements (they usually add a picture), controlled one at that, if not crop a paparazzi pic.
Would it be possible for Meghan's wedding dress to have a detachable train?
Lace Detachable Train - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0zhzx09Tgvc)
Yes it would be possible and it's not uncommon for brides to have a detachable train for their reception. The other option is to have one that can be bustled (gathered and attached to the dress) because it makes it easier to move about then.
There are those photographic sessions where the train would be in the way. I think a detachable train is very convenient.
Not sure if this is true but the latest on if the former POTUS/FLOTUS will receive a wedding invitation.
Obamas won't be invited to Harry and Meghan's wedding | Daily Mail Online (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-5249989/Obamas-WONT-invited-Harry-Meghans-wedding.html)
QuoteReports have suggested that the Foreign Office is nervous about upsetting current president Donald Trump, who has still not visited the UK in an official capacity or met the Queen.
Additionally, the royal family is supposed to remain neutral and above politics and no foreign heads of state were invited to Kate and William's wedding in 2011.
-Um.. King Harald of Norway, Monaco's Prince Albert, GD Henri of Luxembourg and.Queen Margrethe of Denmark who both attended the wedding are most certainly "foreign heads of state."
Photo of Harald- Royal wedding: royals from around the world arrive at Westminster Abbey - Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/royal-wedding/royal-wedding-pictures/8483041/Royal-wedding-royals-from-around-the-world-arrive-at-Westminster-Abbey.html?image=10)
Photo with Margrethe, Henri and Harald http://www1.pictures.zimbio.com/gi/Queen+Margrethe+II+Royal+Wedding+Carriage+1xUU4-dA36Il.jpg
During an engagement today, William joked that Harry has not asked him yet to be the Best Man for the Wedding.
The link includes a video with interview with FA President Duke of Cambridge and football players.
Prince William reveals Harry hasn't asked him to be best man yet and admits it could be a "sensitive subject" - Mirror Online (http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/prince-william-reveals-harry-hasnt-11831413)
What do you think of a harp solo at the wedding?
Wedding Recessional, Mendelssohn - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m6iORrW62xo)
Of course relatives and personal friends will give gifts to the couple but I believe, and this is only my opinion, nothing to back it, that there will be a request from Harry and Meghan that any gifts coming from Britain and the Commonwealth and probably the US private citizens or public figures will be in the form of charitable donations. I can't imagine Harry doing otherwise. Sentebale is close to his heart, so are vets charities within the Royal Foundation and sanitation, clean water in the Third World is important to his fiancee. These two don't want for anything. Better that those in need get something. I'd imagine these sorts of announcements with come out a couple of months before the wedding.
As for who's going to give pressies we probably won't know in several cases. Harry's popular here in Oz and I can imagine the GG sending something as a private individual. Similarly with the GG of Canada, PMs of islands in the Caribbean where he's toured.
I've got a feeling Theresa could well gift something and the Camerons, whom Harry's met several times. Head of Household Cavalry, almost certain. Sometimes things blur. The Scandi royals like King Harald and Queen Sonja, close to the BRF for example, and the Danes and Greeks, might well send gifts. The Obamas, and Trudeaus are almost certain to do so.
I agree
@Curryong that there is likely to be a charity fund set up much like we saw with the Oranges, the Cambridges etc...though I'm sure that there will be a catalogue of personal gifts that are given by friends, family, Middle Eastern monarchs (jewelry) etc..
Prince Harry and 'hands-on' Meghan Markle are planning a fairy-tale wedding with a 'white and classic' theme
Read more: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's 'quirky' wedding plans | Daily Mail Online (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-5264655/Prince-Harry-Meghan-Markles-quirky-wedding-plans.html#ixzz544oBm8Yi)
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Lesotho Prince Seeiso to grace Prince Harry's wedding - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ZM1SaqQ34M)
QuoteLesotho Prince, Chief Bereng Seeiso, will be among the honoured guests at the wedding of the year. He will get to celebrate the prestigious occasion as his friend, Prince Harry the younger of two sons of Britain's Prince Charles and the late Princess Diana marries US actress Meghan Markle in May 2018. Prince Harry and Prince Seeiso share strong ties which have extended to multiple charity projects and business opportunities in Lesotho.
I am glad to see this. These two Princes have been close since Harry's teens. They really are the best of friends and I'm sure Prince Seeiso and wife will enjoy seeing this wedding.
Quote from: wannable on January 13, 2018, 02:53:23 PM
Prince Harry and 'hands-on' Meghan Markle are planning a fairy-tale wedding with a 'white and classic' theme
Read more: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's 'quirky' wedding plans | Daily Mail Online (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-5264655/Prince-Harry-Meghan-Markles-quirky-wedding-plans.html#ixzz544oBm8Yi)
Follow us: @MailOnline on Twitter | DailyMail on Facebook
Imagine that... a western European/British wedding with a "white and classic" theme. :P (Insert sarcasm at DM writers.)
<_<
^ From last week to today, there's a downplay of the wedding now for family and friends. Does this mean no invitations to first ladies and royal houses around the world? government officials?
According to this article, H&M are inviting "Close" family and friends.
QuoteRoyal Household sources have made clear that Prince Harry's nuptials were not a state occasion and would be, by royal standards at least, a more low-key, family affair than the wedding of his parents or brother.
'Although the wedding is being attended by the Queen, it isn't an official, state occasion. It is a family event,' the source said, adding that US president Donald Trump is unlikely to receive an invite.
'Unless the President was a close personal friend, which he is not, there would be no protocol, no reason for him to be invited. Harry and Meghan have made clear that this is very much an occasion and a celebration for their close family and friends.'
Downing Street said it was a matter for the Royal Household. Previous royal weddings of those low down the succession list have not been attended by US presidents.
Read more: The seating plan at Harry and Meghan's wedding | Daily Mail Online (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-5270555/The-seating-plan-Harry-Meghans-wedding.html#ixzz54HVNr9BG)
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Will all of Prince Harry's Spencer relatives attend the wedding?
How on earth can anyone know? we'll find out at the wedding...
I think the Spencers will be invited to Harry's the same way they were invited to William's wedding.
Yes
@sandy and I expect that they might be seated across the aisle from the Windsors with Meghan's family members who will be in attendance much like they were at the Cambridges' wedding. :)
This is what Meghan Markle's surname will be when she marries Harry (https://www.msn.com/en-us/lifestyle/whats-hot/this-is-what-meghan-markles-surname-will-be-when-she-marries-harry/ar-AAuM6d2?li=BBnb7Kz)
QuoteMeghan Markle may have one of the world's most recognisable names, but when she marries Prince Harry on May 19, 2018, she'll have to get used to being called something else entirely.
Markle will be switching her birth name, Rachel Meghan Markle, for Rachel Meghan Mountbatten-Windsor.
The surname is reflective of both Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip's surnames, following a change made by HRH in the 1960s. The official British royal family website says:
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Wedding: Everything We Know So Far (https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/pictures/prince-harry-and-meghan-markles-wedding-everything-we-know-so-far/)
QuoteWedding bells are ringing! Ever since Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announced their engagement on November 27, the world has been anxiously awaiting their wedding day. The couple, who met in London in July 2016 and confirmed their relationship that November, have shared updates with the public throughout the planning process.
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QuoteSources tell me that Meghan Markle has officially picked a wedding dress designer and had her first fitting at Kensington Palace last week👰🏻
BFF and bridal expert Jessica Mulroney is guiding Meghan though the process and quietly flew in to London on Jan 10, spending four days at the couple?s Nottingham Cottage home.
I?m told that they went through a number of options with the designer and Meghan was ?incredibly excited? to see things start coming together.
Jessica, who is an accomplished fashion advisor and bridal stylist, has helped piece together a number of Meghan?s most recent looks (including her iconic engagement announcement outfit). She is also helping with several other wedding day elements.
Right now only a small, select group of people know the designer?s name, so don?t expect to find out any time soon. Even Harry made himself scarce during the first fitting!
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Wedding Page Boys - Who Will Be a Page Boy at Royal Wedding 2018? (http://www.townandcountrymag.com/society/tradition/a15159000/prince-harry-meghan-markle-wedding-page-boys/)
QuoteUnlike in the U.S., where wedding parties are filled with close friends of the bride and groom, royal wedding attendants are typically kids, either young relatives, or the children of the bride and groom's inner-circle.
Here's who we predict will serve as page boys on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's big day?and as royal expert Marlene Koenig told us earlier, "It is very likely that Prince George and Princess Charlotte of Cambridge will be a page boy and a bridesmaid...Anyone else is a guess."
Omid Mio Scobie from GMA (Good Morning America)
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Right now only a small, select group of people know the designer?s name, so don?t expect to find out any time soon. Even Harry made himself scarce during the first fitting!
Jessica, who is an accomplished fashion advisor and bridal stylist, has helped piece together a number of Meghan?s most recent looks (including her iconic engagement announcement outfit). She is also helping with several other wedding day elements.
I?m told that they went through a number of options with the designer and Meghan was ?incredibly excited? to see things start coming together.
BFF and bridal expert Jessica Mulroney is guiding Meghan though the process and quietly flew in to London on Jan 10, spending four days at the couple?s Nottingham Cottage home.
Sources tell me that Meghan Markle has officially picked a wedding dress designer and had her first fitting at Kensington Palace last week👰🏻
Breaking some exciting Harry and Meghan wedding news on @GMA this morning. Stay tuned!
Considering that the engagement dress, price and supposed sheerness (though it had a modesty panel at the front) went down like a lead balloon in some quarters, I really really really hope that Meghan consults with others besides Jessica Mulroney about her wedding gown. I don't even know if Jessica's was the presiding confidante with regard to that engagement dress as Lainey's article suggests, but sometimes girlfriends who don't know the social mores of another country where you are going to live and work aren't the best guides.
I read elsewhere that Harry made himself scarce the weekend that Jessica stayed. I'll bet he did! Two women talking fashion for hours in a two bedroomed house, lol! I also hope that Meghan doesn't pick Stella McCartney as her wedding dress designer (not impressed ever with Stella's clothing) but goes for someone new, fresh, but who actually has some idea about wedding dress design, which is quite a specialised area really.
And please, no lace! I am so over it for weddings and it's not a fabric I particularly like anyway. It always looks itchy! I'm hoping for something simple, classic, in a soft material, A-line, a bit of detailing (I don't think Meghan is a woman who wears a lot of embroidery etc anyway) with a new tiara and a not too long veil.
^ I like her latest 2 outfits because it is so different from what I wear (mismatched or not, she makes it work, who would have thought her yesterday look with the green bag, once coat off, the inner jacket was grey checkered, not so keen with using different earrings, but I had not even noticed the detail) - I'm more of the girly dress a la Kate style for everyday Wear To Work, not much of a pants user.
So, I'm looking forward to watch this wedding and what she and basically all the ladies, what they will be wearing.
Meghan Markle tipped to pick best friend Jessica Mulroney's daughter to be flower girl
Meghan Markle tipped to pick best friend Jessica Mulroney's daughter to be flower girl (https://us.hellomagazine.com/royalty/2018011945590/meghan-markle-flower-girl-revealed/)
Not Princess Charlotte!
Meghan Markle has chosen wedding dress designer, has fitting at Kensington Palace: Source
Meghan Markle has chosen wedding dress designer, has fitting at Kensington Palace: Source (https://www.yahoo.com/gma/meghan-markle-chosen-wedding-dress-designer-fitting-kensington-150405365--abc-news-celebrities.html)
But will kept under wraps till May 19 unveiling her wedding gowns i cant wait what Meghan wore her wedding gowns and perhaps seconds gowns we have wait and see till may 19th
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Meghan Markle Has Chosen a Designer for Her Wedding Dress
Meghan Markle Has Chosen a Wedding Dress Designer (https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/meghan-markle-has-chosen-a-wedding-dress-designer/?utm_source=email)
Why Meghan Markle Will Likely Keep Her Laid-Back Style | PEOPLE.com (http://people.com/royals/meghan-markle-continue-laid-back-style/)
QuoteJust because Meghan Markle?s about to become royalty, doesn?t mean she?ll start copying Kate Middleton?s style. Here?s why Meghan will likely be able to continue setting her own rules, especially when it comes to her fashion choices.
?Both Princess Kate and Meghan are established women in their mid-30s with their own style,? royal expert Imogen Lloyd Webber explains on People Now, suggesting that Meghan will be able to keep up with her low-key style ? from forgoing stockings and carrying oversized purses to showing off her perfect messy bun look.
Quote from: Kritter on January 19, 2018, 03:18:34 AM
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Wedding: Everything We Know So Far (https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/pictures/prince-harry-and-meghan-markles-wedding-everything-we-know-so-far/)
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The article mentioned that Meghan "might also have the Spencer tiara".
Numerous people have previously explained that the Spencer Tiara is not part of the British Royal Jewels. It belongs to Charles, Earl Spencer's family.
@Jenee-It seems that the Daily Mail is the only publication that doesn't realize that many members of the BRF are often scheduled to be at their various activities on the same day! :lol:
Meghan Maven @MeghanMaven
QuoteThere is a rumour going around that #MeghanMarkle has been offered the Spencer tiara to wear for the Royal wedding.
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DT94F7tXkAAdoxh.jpg
^I've also heard the rumour on the internet that Meghan has been offered a Spencer tiara for the wedding. It's been going around for several weeks now, just a Twitter rumour, and a blind item. I don't know what to think of it. Common sense would say 'not very likely.' However, stranger things have happened.
What holds me back from fully believing this is the fact that Charles Spencer holds both of the family tiaras and so far they have been used for Spencer brides only. I'm quite doubtful that the noble Earl (lol) has such a strong relationship with his nephew Harry that he would offer to lend him either of the diadems for his bride. However, maybe William and Harry have become much closer to their maternal family members since the twentieth anniversary of their mother's death. And we do have testimony from Meghan that she has met Diana's sisters. I just pray it's not going to be the one worn in 1981 by Diana. Suppose we'll just have to wait and see.
QuoteWhat holds me back from fully believing this is the fact that Charles Spencer holds both of the family tiaras and so far they have been used for Spencer brides only. I'm quite doubtful that the noble Earl (lol) has such a strong relationship with his nephew Harry that he would offer to lend him either of the diadems for his bride.
I agree
@Curryong that while it is possible that the brothers now have a stronger relationship with Uncle Charles, it seems to me that probably the family tiaras are being reserved for 1. Women who have the surname Spencer. 2. The daughters of female Spencer family members (Sarah and Jane's daughters). 3. Women who marry into the Spencer family.
I would be very, very surprised if Meghan is offered one of the Spencer tiaras. IMHO it will likely be one of the BRF tiaras that will be available in May. (Halo will be on tour.)
Quote from: Curryong on January 20, 2018, 08:56:24 PM
^I've also heard the rumour on the internet that Meghan has been offered a Spencer tiara for the wedding. It's been going around for several weeks now, just a Twitter rumour, and a blind item. I don't know what to think of it. Common sense would say 'not very likely.' However, stranger things have happened.
What holds me back from fully believing this is the fact that Charles Spencer holds both of the family tiaras and so far they have been used for Spencer brides only. I'm quite doubtful that the noble Earl (lol) has such a strong relationship with his nephew Harry that he would offer to lend him either of the diadems for his bride. However, maybe William and Harry have become much closer to their maternal family members since the twentieth anniversary of their mother's death. And we do have testimony from Meghan that she has met Diana's sisters. I just pray it's not going to be the one worn in 1981 by Diana. Suppose we'll just have to wait and see.
I don?t think Meghan will loans spencer tiara for wedding on may 19 we have wait and see finger cross
Spencer tiara very important generation not since Diana,sisters,Diana?s grandmother and her former sister in law Victoria but Diana wore spencer tiara for her 1981 wedding,banquet,events till divorce in 1996 Diana return to family tiara..
Harry tells pals to watch wedding at Kensington Palace | Daily Mail Online (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-5292751/Harry-tells-pals-watch-wedding-Kensington-Palace.html)
QuoteThey?re calling it The Big Match ? the wedding of the year on FA Cup final day. And now it?s getting the big-screen treatment.
When Prince Harry marries Meghan Markle on May 19 at St George?s Chapel, Windsor Castle, dozens of charitable donors and supporters ? many from the US ? will watch on giant TV screens at the couple?s Kensington Palace home.
Supporters of Sentebale, the charity founded by Prince Harry in 2006 to help vulnerable children in Lesotho and Botswana, have received emails alerting them to the exclusive celebration, which will feature a reception and a ?viewing party?, an American term for a big-screen gathering popular for events such as the Oscars.
Why Meghan Markle's wedding dress will be more Pippa than Kate Middleton (https://www.thesun.co.uk/fabulous/5390054/meghan-markle-wedding-dress-prediciton/)
QuoteShe does have a rather American-style look, with those sleek camel coats, well-cut workwear and a casual, but very well put together weekend wardrobe.
The actress is still way cooler than Kate or Pippa, in a slick, red carpet, Hollywood sort of way that Brits just can?t seem to do.
But her wedding dress is likely to be more Pippa than Kate.
If I was styling Meghan I would go for something sleek and modern.
No vintage silhouette like Kate or lashings of Pippa lace, although I do think that she will take a simpler silhouette like Pippa.
Smooth, sharp, sculptured and ever-so-simple would look amazing.
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Windsor homeowners renting ?15,000 rooms for royal wedding | Daily Mail Online (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-5293965/Windsor-homeowners-renting-15-000-rooms-royal-wedding.html)
QuoteHomeowners and businesses are making the most of having a Royal Wedding on their doorstep by renting out rooms for exorbitant fees.
Residents of Windsor, Berkshire, will make thousands of pounds from press and tourists hoping to catch a glimpse of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle on their big day.
The royal couple will marry in St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle, just a stone's throw away from a busy high street full of pubs and small hotels, on May 19.
Vera Wang? Is this like the almond milk story? :lol:
Quoteshe refused to invite one of William?s ex-girlfriends in particular (Isabella Calthorpe, who is actually Cressida?s sister
Awkward inviting an ex to a wedding though that didn't stop Chuckles. :orchid:
Will THIS be Harry's flower girl? | Daily Mail Online (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-5294121/Will-Harrys-flower-girl.html)
QuoteFollowing their starring roles at Pippa Middleton's wedding, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are expected to act as flower girl and pageboy at their uncle Prince Harry's wedding to Meghan Markle in May.
However, it seems that they will not be alone with Meghan expected to enlist a second flower girl.
According to Hello! the bride-to-be is tipped to ask the daughter of her best friend Jessica Mulroney to follow her down the aisle.
Four-year-old Ivy is Jessica's youngest child and can often be seen posing for photos on her mother's Instagram account.
Harry and Meghan Markle will NOT invite 'good friend' Obama to Royal Wedding
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will NOT invite good friend Obama to wedding | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/907961/Prince-Harry-Meghan-Markle-royal-wedding-guest-list-Barack-Obama-Donald-Trump)
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry latest news as hen do details revealed | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/907891/Meghan-Markle-Prince-Harry-royal-wedding-hen-do-party-Windsor-Castle-bachelorette)
QuoteDuring a trip to Cardiff last week, Ms Markle told a well-wisher she would "love" to have her hen do in the Welsh capital.
Royal superfan Anne Daley seized the opportunity to invite the bride-to-be for a tour of the local nightlife.
She said: "I asked her if she would like to come on a hen night around the nightspots of Cardiff, and she said she'd love to.
"It was overwhelming. She was so beautiful and kind."
I wonder if Harry forced the woman to say that. :teehee:
What is the earliest a morning Royal Wedding can occur?
Windsor Conservatives resign in royal wedding 'begging' row
Windsor Conservatives resign in royal wedding 'begging' row - BBC News (http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-berkshire-42791799)
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Conservative councillors quit over Royal wedding homeless row
Conservative councillors quit over Royal wedding homeless row (https://news.sky.com/story/conservative-councillors-quit-over-royal-wedding-homeless-row-11219499)
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