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We get it— it's been six years since William and Kate walked down the aisle. But from Kate's insane dress to the couple's dance party reception, our obsession with the Royal wedding has yet to subside. Ahead, we rounded up 30 little-known facts about our favorite wedding of all time. Here's hoping that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle take a few cues from the ceremony.

Their wedding date—April 29, 2011—was a national holiday.
At least two million people (opens in new tab) lined the streets to get a glimpse of the ceremony.

Like most royal weddings, the ceremony was held at Westminster Abbey.
A whopping 1,900 people (opens in new tab) were invited to the service. (opens in new tab)

By 8 a.m., the Queen bestowed the couple with their new titles.
Prince William (opens in new tab) became the Duke of Cambridge, Earl of Strathearn and Baron Carrickfergus, and Kate became the Duchess of Cambridge, Countess of Strathearn and Baroness Carrickfergus.

Kate’s bouquet contained a nod to her husband.
The arrangement (opens in new tab) consisted of lily of the valley, hyacinth, myrtle (opens in new tab), and sweet William.

The couple’s flower budget was reportedly $800,000.
For reference, the average bride (opens in new tab) spends around $2,141 on flowers. (opens in new tab)

The venue was decked out with six field maple trees.
The 25-foot trees (opens in new tab) are said to symbolize (opens in new tab) reserve and humility.

Two months after the ceremony, all six trees were replanted.
They’re now nestled in Prince Charles' vacation house (opens in new tab) in Wales.

Kate’s stunning gown cost more than $400,000.
The dress was designed by Sarah Burton (opens in new tab) for Alexander McQueen.

The bride did her own makeup.
She had private lessons (opens in new tab) with makeup (opens in new tab) artist Arabella Preston to prepare.

Kate’s ensemble had something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue.
The Duchess’ dress (opens in new tab) was made with an 1800-year-old lace technique (opens in new tab), serving as her “something old.”

As for something new, Kate’s parents gifted her a pair of leaf-shaped diamond earrings for the big day.
Robinson Pelham (opens in new tab) designed the gorgeous pair. (opens in new tab)


...and incredibly subtle, light-blue ribbon was sewn into the gown.
Her nod to tradition (opens in new tab) almost went unnoticed. (opens in new tab)


Kate’s engagement ring is the same ring Prince Charles gave to Princess Diana.
The 12-carat, sapphire ring (opens in new tab) is worth $500,000.



David and Victoria Beckham and Elton John were among the attendees.
Casual. (opens in new tab)

Following the ceremony, the Queen hosted a lunchtime reception at Buckingham Palace.
650 lucky guests (opens in new tab) made the list (opens in new tab), and both Prince Charles and Prince William gave speeches.






…and William was relieved of his uniform.
The Prince donned black-tie. (opens in new tab)


Guests were treated to a two-hour Ellie Goulding set.
William and Kate danced (opens in new tab) to “Starry-Eyed.”

Dancing lasted until 3 a.m…
Goals. (opens in new tab)



Ruby was the beauty editor at Cosmopolitan, where she covered beauty across print and digital. Her work has appeared on The Zoe Report, Fashionista, and StyleCaster. Follow her on Instagram.
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