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And here it is, the dress from the royal wedding in Greece today.  Ask and yee shall receive

theviesociety:

Bridal designers sketch dream gowns for Kate Middleton.

(via People)

stylelistsays:

Kate Middleton Wedding Dress Designer is Alexander McQueen’s Sarah Burton

Kate Middleton’s wedding dress designer is Alexander McQueen creative director, Sarah Burton, according to reports in British newspapers.

While McQueen officials are issuing denials — which they would be obliged to do, even if it were true — sources told the UK’s Telegraph that Burton has been chosen for her discretion, talent, and quirky, feminine take on elegance.

Full story on StyleList here.

[Prince William and Kate Middleton visit St. Andrews. Photo: Indigo/Getty Images]

I love the royals as much as the next girl, maybe more, I’ve watched hours of the royal wedding “preparty” on TLC all week but this is where my love ends.  This, my friends, is what DVR is made for.  I’ll be watching all the royal good times at 9am with a nice cup of coffee thank you very much.  

I will however be wearing a tiara when I view.

arax:

For those of you planning on waking up bright and early to catch the Royal Wedding here is a timeline for the event so you know when to set your alarm clocks.

3:15-4:45 a.m.: The general congregation will arrive at the Great North Door of Westminster Abbey.

4:50 a.m.: Governors-General and prime ministers of realm countries, the diplomatic corps, and other distinguished guests arrive at the Abbey.

5:10 a.m.: The bridegroom and Prince Henry of Wales leave Clarence House for Westminster Abbey. They arrive at the Abbey at 5:15 a.m..

5:20 a.m.: Members of foreign royal families arrive at Westminster Abbey from Buckingham Palace.

5:20 a.m.: Mrs. Michael (Carole) Middleton and Mr. James Middleton leave the Goring Hotel for Westminster Abbey. They arrive at the Abbey at 5:27 a.m..

5:25 a.m.: Members of the royal family (except those listed below) leave Buckingham Palace for Westminster Abbey. They arrive at the Abbey at 5:30 a.m..

5:35 a.m.: The following members of the royal family leave Buckingham Palace for Westminster Abbey: The Princess Royal and Vice Admiral Timothy Laurence, the Duke of York, Princess Eugenie of York, Princess Beatrice of York, and the Earl and Countess of Wessex. They arrive at the Abbey at 5:40 a.m..

5:38 a.m.: The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall leave Clarence House for Westminster Abbey. They arrive at the Abbey at 5:42 a.m..

5:40 a.m.: The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh leave Buckingham Palace for Westminster Abbey. They arrive at the Abbey at 5:45 a.m..

5:48 a.m.: The bridesmaids and pages leave the Goring Hotel for Westminster Abbey. They arrive at the Abbey at 5:55 a.m..

5:51 a.m.: The bride, accompanied by Mr. Michael Middleton, leaves the Goring Hotel for Westminster Abbey.

6:00 a.m.: The marriage service begins. The marriage service will be relayed by audio speakers along the route.

7:15 a.m.: The carriage procession of the bride and bridegroom with a captain’s escort of the Household Cavalry, followed by the Queen’s procession with a sovereign’s escort of the Household Cavalry, leaves Westminster Abbey for Buckingham Palace.

7:30 a.m. : The bride’s carriage procession arrives at Buckingham Palace.

7:40 a.m.: Members of the royal family and members of foreign royal families arrive at Buckingham Palace.

7:40 a.m.: Other guests for the reception arrive at Buckingham Palace.

8:25 a.m.: The Queen and the bride and bridegroom, together with their families, appear on the balcony.

8:30 a.m. : Fly past by the Royal Air Force and Battle of Britain Memorial Flight.

I should say, I think she looks fantastic.  The dress is minimal, but I like the shape.  Let’s not forget she’s pregnant, I think this is pretty good for maternity wear!  And, those shoes were custom made for her.  Color me jealous!

I know that this is probably a controversial hat, but I actually think it’s fab.  The outfit as a whole, not so much.  If you’re going to wear a turban with oversized bright pink flowers think subtle with the dress.  Still, I give her points for a bold, if slightly misguided, fashion choice.

A nice quite day hat at the royal wedding.  I’d obviously wear something more extravagant but this is quite tasteful.

Over the top, just how I like my hats.  Honestly, if you’re going to wear one, why not be bold?