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Princess Beatrice’s Touching Tribute to the Queen with Wedding Dress and Tiara
Princess Beatrice recently tied the knot with property tycoon Eduardo Mopeli Mozzi in a private ceremony, and Buckingham Palace has unveiled new images from the special day.
The princess made a heartfelt gesture by donning a vintage Baudois-Taffeta dress in shades of ivory by Norman Hartnell, adorned with Duchess satin and Diamante, graciously loaned by her grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II.
The dress underwent alterations by the Queen's senior dresser Angela Kelly and designer Stuart Parvin.
In addition to the exquisite gown, Princess Beatrice wore the Queen Mary diamond French tiara, also borrowed from Her Majesty, which holds sentimental value as it was worn by the monarch on her own wedding day.
Royal author Penny Junor expressed admiration for the Queen's act of solidarity, emphasizing the significance of lending such cherished items.
Junor remarked on the touching display of support from the Queen, highlighting the deep affection shared within the royal family.
Editor-in-chief of Majesty magazine, Ingrid Seward, echoed Junor's sentiments, describing the Queen's gesture as a significant compliment to Princess Beatrice and the York family.
Seward emphasized the symbolic nature of the Queen loaning one of her vintage dresses, portraying it as a heartwarming and meaningful exchange between generations.
The choice to share such personal items resonates with the tradition of familial bonds and mutual respect.
During a conversation with fundraising hero Captain Sir Tom Moore and his family at Windsor Castle, where she knighted him for his NHS fundraising efforts, Queen Elizabeth II mentioned her granddaughter's wedding as a delightful family event.
The Queen expressed her happiness at being able to attend the ceremony alongside Prince Philip, marking a special occasion amid the challenging circumstances of the lockdown.
The presence of close family members, including the couple's parents and siblings, added to the intimate atmosphere of the celebration.
The wedding ceremony took place at a chapel frequently used by the Queen for private worship during her stays at Windsor Castle.
The decision to proceed with a small, private gathering adhered to government guidelines and allowed Princess Beatrice and her husband to exchange vows surrounded by their nearest and dearest.
The couple's choice to prioritize family intimacy over a grand affair reflected their commitment to honoring their love in a meaningful and personal way.