Anyhu......Eventhough all the hoohaa has died down I still feel the need to discuss the fashion from one of the most talked about events this year to date. The 'Royal wedding'.
Now with official titles, Prince William and Kate Middleton now known as the 'Duke and Duchess of Cambridge' tied the knot (on Friday the 29th of April 2011), as millions watched across the globe. Having been too young to ever have witnessed a royal wedding live, I must say I really enjoyed watching this royal wedding ceremony. First things first, how handsome did Prince William and Prince Harry look in their unifoms? Certainly a sight for sore eyes. Watching them step out of the vehicle was definatly the highlight for me (sorry Kate).
As for Kate, I thought that the dress looked lovely.... on her. Personally I don't think other women in their twenties (whom are looking for a dress for their big day) will be rushing out to buy a dress such as this, but as for older women I think the dress would appeal more to them, as the dress is quite classic. Keeping in mind that arms had to be covered to enter the Abbey, I think the use of lace created a softer, more delicate look rather than having to wear a little jacket. The pleats in the skirt of the dress helped to make the dress less plain and more interesting. Whether I'm a fan of those pleats is another matter but it was different. Never did catch a good glimpse of her shoes though.
Many critics have stated how much they liked her make-up. I on the other hand beg to differ. I think the smoky eye, with her trademark black eyeliner ringed all the way round her eyes, ages her slightly. Having said that, overall she looked very regal. Very happy! I guess I'd be beaming to, knowing I was marrying into royalty. Her parents must be extremly proud. If she had married another commoner (middle class of course), she would never have had a wedding on this scale. What a life changing day.
Pippa Middleton looked lovely too. I liked her dress. It was very simple and streamlined but fit very well. The cowl neck added a point of interest. I think its fair to say that The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge make a sweet couple. Talking of sweet couples, is it just me or did Pippa and Prince Harry not look like they would make a hot couple? Hmm, I'd hold on a little tighter if I were you Chelsea.
The Queens outfit in my eyes wasn't anything not to be expected besides the colour. I thought she might turn up in a mint green or powder blue ensemble but instead she choose to wear canary yellow. A creation by Angela Kelly. I guess with nearly two thousand guests, you'd need to stand out from the rest, even if you are the Queen.
Camilla's ensemble was more than I expected and actually I thought that she looked more like the mother of the bride than Kate Middleton's mother. Perhaps Kate's mom played it safe because she new that eyes would be on her (as mother of the bride) and critics would rip her to shreds if she had taken a risk and it wasn't to their liking.
One could argue that Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice were possible amongst the worst dressed. With Eugenie reminiscent of one of the step sisters from a Cinderella theatre production and Beatrice's hat looking as though it belonged on the mantle piece. For two young girls these outfits were, umm ....... I'll just move on shall I.
On a lighter note two of my favourite outfits from the wedding were worn by Victoria Beckham and Tara Tomkinson. If you don't allow the nose to distract you, the colour of Tara's dress was beautiful. That electric blue really was electrifying after seeing more muted colours pass by in their droves. I wasn't keen on the gloves, but arms had to be covered.
Victoria Beckham looked divine in her frock. Poised and understated. She looked elegant and not frumpy as she hid her baby bump under a floaty navy number. Teamed with 'Louboutins' of course. Baby on the way or no baby on the way, it would have been an absolute shock to the fashion world if she'd turned up in kitten heels. After all, David was by her side to hold her up. Kitten heels were not up for discussion. In Victoria's world only skyscrappers will do.
