<p>It's hard to believe but the royal wedding of the century — that of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge — took place a whole 10 years ago!</p> <p>As Kate Middleton and Prince William celebrate their tin anniversary, we take a look back at their wedding, which was held on April 29th, 2011, at Westminister Abbey in London.</p> <p>The nuptials were attended by the likes of Elton John, Victoria and David Beckham, as well as Prince Harry's ex-girlfriend, Chelsy Davy. On the big day, Kate opted for an Alexander McQueen by way of a Sarah Burton gown, before she changed into a satin strapless dress for their intimate wedding reception at Clarence House.</p> <p><img class="size-full wp-image-1263105328" src="https://img.vt.co/2021/04/BW8NYH-scaled.jpeg" alt="" width="2252" height="2560" />[[imagecaption|| (Credit: Alamy)]]</p> <h2>1. Prince William arrives at Westminister Abbey with his brother, Harry</h2> <p>Prior to his wedding, the Duke of Cambridge announced that his younger brother, Prince Harry, would be his best man. His decision was a break in royal protocol as those who accompany the groom on their wedding day are typically known as "supporters". At the time, <a href="https://abcnews.go.com/International/Royal_Wedding/prince-william-kate-middletons-royal-wedding-party/story?id=13480714" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ABC News</a> reported that William opted for the term as it "had more relevance to his life than the alternative".</p> <p><img class="size-full wp-image-1263105270" src="https://img.vt.co/2021/04/DAJW4E-scaled.jpeg" alt="" width="2560" height="1786" />[[imagecaption|| (Credit: Alamy)]]</p> <h2>2. Pippa Middleton arrives with the bridesmaids and pageboys</h2> <p>The sister of the Duchess of Cambridge is pictured arriving with the bridesmaids and pageboys. Per <a href="https://www.elle.com/uk/life-and-culture/g36274568/kate-middleton-prince-william-royal-wedding-hidden-meanings/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Elle</a>, the bridesmaids wore dresses by Nicki Macfarlane, using the same fabric as Kate's Alexander McQueen wedding dress. The page boys dressed in Foot Guard officer-inspired uniforms, to match Prince William.</p> <p><img class="size-full wp-image-1263105282" src="https://img.vt.co/2021/04/G491KA-scaled.jpeg" alt="" width="2560" height="1593" />[[imagecaption|| (Credit: Alamy)]]</p> <h2>3. Kate Middleton arrives with her father Michael</h2> <p>Kate Middleton is pictured with her father, Michael, after leaving the Goring Hotel to travel to Westminister Abbey.</p> <p><img class="size-full wp-image-1263105284" src="https://img.vt.co/2021/04/C36KPN-scaled.jpeg" alt="" width="2560" height="1588" />[[imagecaption|| (Credit: Alamy)]]</p> <h2>4. Pippa Middleton serves as her sister's maid of honour</h2> <p>Pippa Middleton served as her sister's maid of honour, where she made a stir thanks to her enviable physique.</p> <p>She wore an Alexander McQueen by Sarah Burton gown.</p> <p><img class="size-full wp-image-1263105285" src="https://img.vt.co/2021/04/G49M47-scaled.jpeg" alt="" width="1666" height="2560" />[[imagecaption|| (Credit: Alamy)]]</p> <h2>5. Prince Harry waves to the crowds</h2> <p>The Duke of Cambridge's younger brother, Prince Harry, is pictured waving to the crowds.</p> <p><img class="size-full wp-image-1263105319" src="https://img.vt.co/2021/04/C370YX-scaled.jpeg" alt="" width="2560" height="1742" />[[imagecaption|| (Credit: Alamy)]]</p> <h2>7. Some very famous faces</h2> <p>Victoria and David Beckham are pictured arriving at Westminister Abbey. Other celebrities in attendance were Elton John, Princess Eugenie, Princess Beatrice, and Guy Ritchie.</p> <p><img class="size-full wp-image-1263105329" src="https://img.vt.co/2021/04/G1E358.jpeg" alt="" width="1936" height="1336" />[[imagecaption|| (Credit: Alamy)]]</p> <h2>6. Kate Middleton's bridal bouquet</h2> <p>Kate Middleton arrives outside Westminister abbey carrying a <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=kate+middleton%27s+bridal+bouquet&rlz=1C5CHFA_enGB870GB871&oq=Kate+Middleton%27s+bridal+bouquet&aqs=chrome.0.0j0i22i30l5.145j0j9&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8" target="_blank" rel="noopener">bouquet</a>, which consisted of lily of the valley, hyacinths, a sprig of myrtle, and Sweet William.</p> <p><img class="size-full wp-image-1263105286" src="https://img.vt.co/2021/04/2CXC9YC-scaled.jpeg" alt="" width="2560" height="1846" />[[imagecaption|| (Credit: Alamy)]]</p> <h2>7. Kate walks to the altar</h2> <p>The bride walks down the altar with her father.</p> <p><img class="size-full wp-image-1263105287" src="https://img.vt.co/2021/04/G492XP-scaled.jpeg" alt="" width="2560" height="1707" />[[imagecaption|| (Credit: Alamy)]]</p> <h2>8. Kate meets Prince William at the altar</h2> <p>Prince William places his mother's ring on Kate's finger in front of the Archbishop of Canterbury during their marriage ceremony.</p> <p><img class="size-full wp-image-1263105290" src="https://img.vt.co/2021/04/2CX48CF-scaled.jpeg" alt="" width="2560" height="1717" />[[imagecaption|| (Credit: Alamy)]]</p> <h2>9. Kate and William leave Westminister Abbey</h2> <p>Kate and William walk down the aisle following their wedding ceremony.</p> <p><img class="size-full wp-image-1263105292" src="https://img.vt.co/2021/04/C36W2A-scaled.jpeg" alt="" width="1860" height="2560" />[[imagecaption|| (Credit: Alamy)]]</p> <h2>10. The newlyweds are spotted by the public</h2> <p>The couple makes their debut as husband and wife in front of the crowds that gathered outside Westminister Abbey.</p> <p><img class="size-full wp-image-1263105296" src="https://img.vt.co/2021/04/TYB5HH-scaled.jpeg" alt="" width="1659" height="2560" />[[imagecaption|| (Credit: Alamy)]]</p> <h2>11. Some very important wedding guests</h2> <p>The Queen stands close to Kate Middleton's mother, Carole Middleton, and Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall.</p> <p><img class="size-full wp-image-1263105308" src="https://img.vt.co/2021/04/G49DW8-scaled.jpeg" alt="" width="2560" height="1614" />[[imagecaption|| (Credit: Alamy)]]</p> <h2>12. Kate and William wave to the crowds</h2> <p>After their nuptials, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are seen travelling down The Mall.</p> <p><img class="size-full wp-image-1263105310" src="https://img.vt.co/2021/04/G49DDY.jpeg" alt="" width="2514" height="1704" />[[imagecaption|| (Credit: Alamy)]]</p> <h2>13. The couple kiss on the balcony of Buckingham Palace</h2> <p>The newlyweds treated the chanting crowds below to two kisses while a fly-past by the RAF and Battle of Britain memorial flight took place above.</p> <p><img class="size-full wp-image-1263105314" src="https://img.vt.co/2021/04/E76CHN.jpeg" alt="" width="2395" height="1686" />[[imagecaption|| (Credit: Alamy)]]</p> <h2>14. The frowning flower girl steals the show</h2> <p>The couple's three-year-old bridesmaid, Grace van Cutsem, won the hearts of people all over the world after she was spotted grumpily covering her ears, clearly on account of all the noise.</p> <p><img class="size-full wp-image-1263105315" src="https://img.vt.co/2021/04/C36GYR-scaled.jpeg" alt="" width="2549" height="2560" />[[imagecaption|| (Credit: Alamy)]]</p> <h2>15. The couple's royal exit</h2> <p>The couple leave Westminister Abbey in Prince Charles' Aston Martin to attend their intimate after-party, which was held in Clarence House.</p> <p><img class="size-full wp-image-1263105316" src="https://img.vt.co/2021/04/2AHKDHT-scaled.jpeg" alt="" width="2560" height="1589" />[[imagecaption|| (Credit: Alamy)]]</p> <h2>16. Crowds are pictured following the wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge</h2> <p>Crowds of fans walk down the Mall following the nuptials of the royal couple.</p> <p><img class="size-full wp-image-1263105324" src="https://img.vt.co/2021/04/CPJMNF-scaled.jpeg" alt="" width="2560" height="1703" />[[imagecaption|| (Credit: Alamy)]]</p> <h5>Feature image credit: Alamy</h5>

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