Prince William and Kate Middleton exchanged vows before a crowd of family and friends in Westminster Abbey on Friday, becoming the United Kingdom's most recent royal family.
Resplendent in a white dress with re-embroidered lace and long sleeves, Middleton's dress, designed by Alexander McQueen chief designer Sarah Burton, featured a modest v-neckline, long sleeves, ball-gown skirt and simple train.
Her gown was accented by a bejeweled tiara, a laced-edged blusher veil and drop earrings. She was carrying a small bouquet of white flowers.
"We are both so delighted that you are able to join us in celebrating what we hope will be one of the happiest days of our lives," said the royal couple in a statement released in the official royal wedding program.
Middleton, who wore her hair down, smiled and waved to the gathered crowed as she stepped from her glass-backed Rolls Royce and took to the aisle of garnet-colored carpet.
Middleton was preceded by Queen Elizabeth II, who was dressed in a stunning yellow Angela Kelly suit dress and walked alongside the Archbishop of Canterbury.
At 5:15 a.m. ET, the prince made his way into the historic London church, where a throng of family, friends and celebrities awaited him. Notable figures included Olympic swimming champion Ian Thorpe, David and Victoria Beckham, director Guy Ritchie and Sir Elton John.
This is a royal wedding for a new generation, embracing YouTube, Twitter and Facebook.
Royal fanatics camped outside the church for hours to reserve for themselves the most exclusive glimpses of the wedding procession. According to media reports, an estimated worldwide audience of two billion will be watching the wedding Friday morning via television and live streams on the internet.
Social media feeds exploded Friday morning with well wishes for the soon-to-be wed couple. One message even came from outer space.
"From space, the Expedition 27 crew of the International Space Station would like to offer their congratulations and best wishes," said Catherine Coleman, a flight engineer . "We'll be watching and waiting."
On Friday morning, Queen Elizabeth II conferred new titles upon Prince William. He was named Duke of Cambridge, Earl of Strathearn and Baron Carrickfergus. The prince will now go by His Royal Highness The Duke of Cambridge.
Upon marriage, Middleton will assume the title Her Royal Highness The Dutchess of Cambridge.
The new Duke of Cambridge chose to wear an Irish Guards Mounted Officer's uniform in Guard of Honour Order with Forage Cap. William's tunic, which is guards' red, features a unique arrangement of buttons in groups of four. He is also clad in a gold and crimson sash and gold sword slings.
Family jeweler Wartski, who fashioned Prince Charles' and Camilla Parker-Bowles' wedding rings in 2005, was selected to make Middleton'swedding ring. According to Buckingham palace, the ring was made from a piece of Welsh gold the queen gave to the prince after he announced his engagement. Prince William has decided not to wear a wedding ring.
Prince William's brother and best man, Prince Harry, is charged with carrying the ring to the ceremony. Prince Harry was wearing a Blues and Royals officer's uniform.
Whether excited or scared, the royal couple has expressed one emotion: deep gratitude.
"The affection shown to us by so many people during our engagement has been incredibly moving, and has touched us both deeply," the couple said in their statement. "We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone most sincerely with their kindness."
Resplendent in a white dress with re-embroidered lace and long sleeves, Middleton's dress, designed by Alexander McQueen chief designer Sarah Burton, featured a modest v-neckline, long sleeves, ball-gown skirt and simple train.
Her gown was accented by a bejeweled tiara, a laced-edged blusher veil and drop earrings. She was carrying a small bouquet of white flowers.
"We are both so delighted that you are able to join us in celebrating what we hope will be one of the happiest days of our lives," said the royal couple in a statement released in the official royal wedding program.
Middleton, who wore her hair down, smiled and waved to the gathered crowed as she stepped from her glass-backed Rolls Royce and took to the aisle of garnet-colored carpet.
Middleton was preceded by Queen Elizabeth II, who was dressed in a stunning yellow Angela Kelly suit dress and walked alongside the Archbishop of Canterbury.
At 5:15 a.m. ET, the prince made his way into the historic London church, where a throng of family, friends and celebrities awaited him. Notable figures included Olympic swimming champion Ian Thorpe, David and Victoria Beckham, director Guy Ritchie and Sir Elton John.
This is a royal wedding for a new generation, embracing YouTube, Twitter and Facebook.
Royal fanatics camped outside the church for hours to reserve for themselves the most exclusive glimpses of the wedding procession. According to media reports, an estimated worldwide audience of two billion will be watching the wedding Friday morning via television and live streams on the internet.
Social media feeds exploded Friday morning with well wishes for the soon-to-be wed couple. One message even came from outer space.
"From space, the Expedition 27 crew of the International Space Station would like to offer their congratulations and best wishes," said Catherine Coleman, a flight engineer . "We'll be watching and waiting."
On Friday morning, Queen Elizabeth II conferred new titles upon Prince William. He was named Duke of Cambridge, Earl of Strathearn and Baron Carrickfergus. The prince will now go by His Royal Highness The Duke of Cambridge.
Upon marriage, Middleton will assume the title Her Royal Highness The Dutchess of Cambridge.
The new Duke of Cambridge chose to wear an Irish Guards Mounted Officer's uniform in Guard of Honour Order with Forage Cap. William's tunic, which is guards' red, features a unique arrangement of buttons in groups of four. He is also clad in a gold and crimson sash and gold sword slings.
Family jeweler Wartski, who fashioned Prince Charles' and Camilla Parker-Bowles' wedding rings in 2005, was selected to make Middleton'swedding ring. According to Buckingham palace, the ring was made from a piece of Welsh gold the queen gave to the prince after he announced his engagement. Prince William has decided not to wear a wedding ring.
Prince William's brother and best man, Prince Harry, is charged with carrying the ring to the ceremony. Prince Harry was wearing a Blues and Royals officer's uniform.
Whether excited or scared, the royal couple has expressed one emotion: deep gratitude.
"The affection shown to us by so many people during our engagement has been incredibly moving, and has touched us both deeply," the couple said in their statement. "We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone most sincerely with their kindness."
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