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Bride includes lily of the valley in bouquet at Gloucestershire wedding
Harriet Sperling married Peter Phillips at All Saints Church in Kemble. The bouquet contained lily of the valley, a flower associated with the late Queen Elizabeth II.
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Harriet Sperling arrived at All Saints Church in Kemble, Gloucestershire, wearing a high-necked gown and full veil designed by Emilia Wickstead. She entered the church alone and was walked down the aisle by her brother, Nicholas. The bride carried a bouquet that included lily of the valley, a flower selected for its association with the late Queen Elizabeth II.
Floral designer Millie Richardson said the couple requested the bloom for its royal connections.
Floral choices and attendants Richardson added that myrtle was also included as a symbol of beauty, grace and love, a practice followed in previous royal wedding bouquets. The bridesmaids wore headpieces featuring the same lily of the valley blooms.
The three young attendants wore matching cream pumps and high-necked, short-sleeved dresses. They carried the bride's train as she approached the church entrance.
Weather and guest arrivals Guests arrived in high winds and rain that eased as the ceremony began. The King and Queen, the Prince and Princess of Wales, the Princess Royal, Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie with their husbands, and Lady Sarah Chatto attended the event.
