The highly anticipated royal wedding is just around the corner, so it’s time to prep your best day outfit—whatever that means! If you’re still waiting on your formal invitation to the wedding of Prince Henry and Ms. Meghan Markle, Kensington Palace has confirmed that your invite is, indeed, in the mail. This morning, the palace’s official Twitter account announced that 600 invitations have been dispatched, even sharing an image of the elegant cards for those who worry theirs might go missing.
The invitations feature swirling calligraphy that reads: “His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales KG KT requests the pleasure of the company of [blank] at the marriage of His Royal Highness Prince Henry of Wales with Ms. Meghan Markle at St George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle on Saturday 19th May, 2018 at 12 Noon, followed by a reception at Windsor Castle.” There’s even a dress code: “Dress: Uniform. Morning coat or lounge suit, day dress with hat.” This suggests Prince Harry will don military attire, while we scramble to define a “day dress,” which seems to mean just a dress suitable for daytime events. Perhaps we’ll opt for a lounge suit instead—whatever that entails.
True to tradition, the invitations exude classic elegance, and Kensington Palace has shared details about their meticulous creation, indicating the couple isn’t skimping on expenses for their special day. Each invite was crafted by Barnard & Westwood, a London-based printer and bookbinder that has been producing royal invitations since 1985. Managing Director, Jonathan Hughes, remarked on their pride in contributing to such a significant occasion for the couple and their families.
Every invite was hand-printed using a die stamping machine from the 1930s—lovingly nicknamed Maude. The final touches, such as burnishing and gilding, were carried out by a talented woman named Emily who just completed her printing apprenticeship. Each card is adorned with the golden Three Feather Badge of The Prince of Wales, adding a touch of luxury to their otherwise understated design. Notably, the invitations utilized American ink and English paper, perhaps a charming nod to the couple’s international romance or simply what was available.
All 600 attendees are invited to the ceremony at St George’s Chapel, followed by a lavish lunch at Windsor Castle hosted by the Queen (let’s hope you don’t spill anything on that day dress, it may be your only one). Afterward, 200 select guests will move on to Frogmore House for a more intimate reception hosted by The Prince of Wales. As for the rest of the nation, they’ll likely turn their attention to the Football Association Cup Final, kicking off at 5:30 PM, which can be enjoyed from the comfort of home—no fancy invitation required.
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In summary, the royal wedding invites have been sent out, and as we wait for our own invitations, we can appreciate the elegance and tradition that accompanies such a grand event. From the meticulous crafting of the invitations to the grand celebrations planned, it promises to be a day to remember.
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