How will yours compare?
On April 29th of this year, Prince William, heir to the British
throne will marry his longtime sweetheart Kate Middleton. While
every bride should feel like a princess on her wedding day, Kate
will actually become one for real. HOWEVER, there are elements
from the royal wedding that might be incorporated into your own.
After all, it’s your day.
*Kate’s engagement ring is the same one that was his mother’s
(the late Princess Diana). While your mother-in-law may still have
her own engagement ring on her finger, what about using a ring (or
the stone from) a ring that has been in the family?
*The royal family has sent “save the date” announcements to
European royalty who will be invited. They actually used a fax
machine! You can one up them by sending cards or frig magnets.
*The royal wedding will take place at Westminster Abbey.
While you cannot be married there unless you are a member of
the Anglican (or Episcopal) church, have you thought of being
married in a castle? They’re available!
*The Royal wedding will take place at 11:00 am in the morning to
be followed by a wedding brunch. What a budget saver for you!
Saturday evening wedding receptions are the most expensive, so if
you have your reception early in the day you’ll save $$.
While many brides and grooms are paying for their own weddings,
Will and Kate’s nuptials will be paid for by both sets of their
parents. On the other hand, the necessary security for the day
will be funded by the British taxpayers—something you probably
won’t have to bother with.
Let me know your thoughts on how you would incorporate the inspiration
of the British Royal Wedding on your special day below. Look forward to it!
