We hope the fabled ?first kiss? at Buckingham Palace is all Kate and Diana?s relationships have in common
Westminster Abbey hasn?t seen such a splendid display of hats since 1986. Before the royal couple could complete their vows, the founder of Wikipedia, Jimmy Wales, had already renamed Kate Middleton?s page to ?Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge?. After months of speculation about who would design the royal wedding dress, the rumours have finally put to rest?Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen wins. While Anna Wintour celebrated her coup in New York (the fashion world?s biggest event, aside from royal weddings, chaired by her, is set to feature an exhibit by Alexander McQueen), Indian bridal couture designers wondered where Middleton?s diamond-studded bustier and gold motifs had disappeared to. But that matters little since her understated dress got the ultimate approval??you look beautiful?, whispered Prince William to his bride, as she stepped up to the altar.
The highly exclusive royal guest list of 1,900 that included Sir Elton John, the Beckhams and David Cameron, but left out ex-prime ministers Tony Blair and Gordon Brown, in addition to rescinding invitations to the Libyan and Syrian political elite created commotion. But despite the parallels drawn and looming shadow of Britain?s last heroine, the simplicity with which the ceremony was conducted dispelled all the clouds that hung over the impending wedding. With the much fabled ?first kiss? on the balcony of Buckingham Palace, the newly-weds have given Britain and the world their first fairytale wedding in 30 years. Here?s wishing them a happily ever after!