As we approach the much-anticipated royal wedding, it’s time to prepare your attire—whatever that may entail. If you’re curious about the status of your invitation to Prince Henry and Ms. Meghan Markle’s nuptials, Kensington Palace confirmed that they are currently being delivered. The palace’s official Twitter account announced that 600 invitations have been dispatched, complete with an image of the cards for those who may worry about theirs getting lost in the mail.
The invitations feature elegant calligraphy that reads: “His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales KG KT requests the pleasure of the company of [blank] at the marriage of His Royal Highness Prince Henry of Wales with Ms. Meghan Markle at St George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle on Saturday 19th May, 2018 at 12 Noon followed by a reception at Windsor Castle.” The dress code specifies: “Dress: Uniform. Morning coat or lounge suit, day dress with hat.” This suggests that Prince Harry, a Captain General of Royal Marines, will likely don military attire, while we scramble to decipher what exactly a “day dress” entails. Perhaps we’ll just opt for a lounge suit instead, whatever that means.
Unsurprisingly, the invitations embody a traditional aesthetic. Kensington Palace’s details on their production reveal that the couple has spared no expense. Each invitation was crafted by Barnard & Westwood, an employee-owned printer and bookbinder based in London that has been producing royal invitations since 1985. Managing Director, James Morgan, expressed his delight regarding this prestigious project, stating, “The wedding of Prince Henry and Ms. Meghan Markle is a truly special occasion, and we are honored to create such significant invitations for their guests.”
The invites were meticulously hand-printed using a die stamping machine from the 1930s, affectionately named Maude. The finishing touches, including burnishing and gilding, were applied by a talented artisan, Lottie Small, who recently completed her apprenticeship. Each invitation also features the Three Feather Badge of The Prince of Wales, adding a touch of elegance to the otherwise simple design. Interestingly, the invitations utilized American ink on English paper, which could either be a charming nod to the couple’s transatlantic romance or simply a coincidence.
All 600 guests will be welcomed to the ceremony at St George’s Chapel, followed by a lavish lunch at Windsor Castle hosted by the Queen (make sure not to spill anything on your day dress!). Subsequently, 200 select guests will transition to Frogmore House for a more intimate reception hosted by The Prince of Wales. Meanwhile, the rest of the nation is expected to tune into the Football Association Cup Final at 5:30 p.m.—no special invitation required for that viewing.
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In summary, the royal wedding invitations have been sent out, and the excitement is building as we await our own. The meticulous craftsmanship highlights the couple’s commitment to tradition, and all eyes will be on the big day.