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The heartwarming reason behind Harriet Sperling’s royal wedding tiara

The heartwarming reason behind Harriet Sperling’s royal wedding tiara

The Cotswolds played host to a stunning royal celebration on Saturday as Peter Phillips, the late Queen’s eldest grandson, tied the knot with NHS paediatric nurse Harriet Sperling.  Harriet was an absolute vision in a sophisticated column gown by Emilia Wickstead, beautifully detailed with delicate French lace. She paired the look with a dramatic cathedral veil, classic white Jimmy Choo heels, and a sleek, polished chignon. But it was her choice of sparkling accessories that truly stole the show, and answered weeks of speculation. © Getty ImagesPeter Phillips and Harriet Sperling were beaming as they departed from their royal wedding at All Saints’ Church In the lead-up to the big day, there were questions over whether Harriet would wear a tiara, a decision that must be approved by the royal family. As Peter’s mother, Princess Anne, famously declined royal titles for her children upon Peter’s birth in 1977, Harriet does not inherit a royal title through her marriage. However, precedent was set in 2008 when Peter’s first wife, Autumn Kelly, wore Princess Anne’s antique Festoon …

European Prince Leka of Albania ties the knot in ‘intimate’ ceremony after 5-month engagement

European Prince Leka of Albania ties the knot in ‘intimate’ ceremony after 5-month engagement

Congratulations are in order for Crown Prince Leka II of Albania, who has tied the knot with his girlfriend, Blerta Celibashi, in a private ceremony. Following their engagement in October 2025, the couple said “I do” at Apponyi Castle in Slovakia and later took to Instagram to share the news. A private royal wedding The prince took to his official Instagram account to share two pictures of the happy couple standing hand in hand in front of the Slovakian venue. The bride wore a white tailored blazer with a matching skirt, hat and heels, carrying lilies as she smiled beside her suit-clad husband. An official statement released by Royal Communications read: “The Royal Court has the distinct pleasure of announcing the marriage of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Leka of the Albanians to Miss Blerta Celibashi. WATCH: Blerta Celibashi gives behind-the-scenes glimpse at fairytale engagement “The marriage was celebrated in a private ceremony, preserving its intimate and solemn character. “The official photograph released on this occasion was taken at the Château Apponyi in Slovakia. It …

Kate Middleton’s ‘country girl’ wedding florist to receive incredible award

Kate Middleton’s ‘country girl’ wedding florist to receive incredible award

The florist who turned Westminster Abbey into a tree-lined avenue for the Prince and Princess of Wales’s royal wedding will be awarded an MBE at an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle on Tuesday. Shane Connolly, who is being honoured for services to sustainable floristry, was the man behind the floral arrangements chosen for Prince William and Kate’s nuptials in 2011, as well as the then Prince of Wales and the then Duchess of Cornwall’s blessing in Windsor in 2005, and their coronation in 2023. The aisle inside the London church was transformed with six field maples and two hornbeams, reflecting William and Kate’s love of the English countryside. Recommended videoYou may also likeWATCH: Blushing bride Kate arrives at wedding Mr Connolly told the BBC at the time of the wedding: “The theme is that everything is from the estates, that everything is English, that everything is seasonal, and all along Catherine has asked that it’s just all neutral colour-wise. “The aim is that the abbey looks unpretentious and simple and natural and that it reflects …