The Incredible Reason Princess Beatrice Got Married In Queen Elizabeth’s Old Dress
Princess Beatrice took “something borrowed” to a whole new level on her wedding day. She chose to wear a gown that had belonged to her grandmother Queen Elizabeth. And now, Beatrice has opened up about what exactly it meant to borrow such a poignant dress for her big day.
The big day
Beatrice’s wedding to Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi on July 18, 2020, was unique for several reasons — including her unexpected choice of dress. The ceremony was much more intimate than most royal weddings: only close family members were allowed to be there. And it took place at Windsor’s Royal Chapel of All Saints, a quaint little church that dates back to the early 19th century.
The Queen’s dress
Beatrice and Edoardo’s guest list was a far cry from what had originally been planned. Apparently, there were fewer than two dozen guests present to see her wearing her grandmother’s gown. The maid of honor at the exclusive event was Beatrice’s sister, Eugenie. The Queen was also there to watch Beatrice walk down the aisle in a dress that she had worn herself decades previously.
The elusive gown
The exclusive nature of the ceremony possibly made Beatrice’s dress even more of a hot topic. Unlike Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s big day, the event wasn’t broadcast on television. Nor were there many photos officially released. So fans were especially eager to get a look at Beatrice’s unique gown.
A poignant tribute
The world got to see Beatrice’s wedding dress in all its glory when it was put on show at Windsor Castle. And they learned the lovely story attached to it, too. By wearing her grandmother’s dress at the ceremony, Beatrice had sent a very clear message. And it revealed a lot about her relationship with Queen Elizabeth.