The Sparkle Markling: an Open Post for the eve of the royal wedding!

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announce their engagement

Here’s your open post for The Royal Wedding Extravaganza 2018: The Markling. Or, The Sparkle-Markling, since everyone loves to rhyme Meghan Markle’s last name with “sparkle” (and I just want this to sound like a movie: The Markling!). We’ll be live-tweeting tomorrow and trying to keep everyone updated with new posts. You can follow me here @KaiseratCB, and you can follow CB here @Celebitchy. I’ve already laid out the schedule of events – go here to recap – but basically people will begin to arrive around 4:30-5 am EST, and the royals begin to arrive at 6:20. We’ll get to see Meghan just before 7 am. Before the wedding even starts, tomorrow morning, we should find out Meghan and Harry’s new titles. So let’s play a little guessing game, while we have time.

Who will design the dress? CB thinks it’s Ralph and Russo. I think R&R is too obvious at this point – I’m saying it will either be Burberry or Erdem.

What will the dress look like? Sleeves are key – Meghan would never be allowed to do strapless or sleeveless. CB thinks that the gown will be “very classic and clean with smooth lines,” and I say that Meghan will err on the side of doily – she’ll want something bigger and more “romantic” and lacy. But CB might be right – if the dress is Burberry, it will have a cleaner, less fussy look.

What will their new titles be? For some reason, Duke and Duchess of Sussex is no longer the odds-on favorite. The other choices are likely Duke and Duchess of Avondale, Clarence, Connaught or Windsor. Personally, out of all of those, I like Avondale the best. CB does too. Which probably means it will be Clarence.

Which tiara will Meghan wear? I don’t know enough about all of the tiara options to say for sure, but my guess is “not one of the tiaras which were ever loaned to Kate.” I just think the Queen will give Meghan a tiara that hasn’t been seen in a while.

Who will wear the wackiest hat? My money is still on Princess Beatrice, just because she’s single now and probably looking for some attention, plus she’ll want to double-down on her “dumb hats at royal weddings” thing. That’s her thing!!

Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice

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  1. Maria says:

    I just hope the veil doesn’t cover her face, and I’ m also hoping for the colour blush. Buy, hey it’s not my wedding.

    • minx says:

      I would love a soft blush color on her, so flattering and that color is very popular.

    • imqrious2 says:

      Blush would be awesome, esp. with her coloring. But I’m betting on ivory/cream, perhaps a sleek, column dress, boatneck with long sleeves, that won’t be too fussy, lace and beading on top. Im thinking Strathmore tiara (since she loves flowers so much). I think the only “recent” bride not to have a veil covering her face was Anne? But yeah, I’d prefer the veil only down the back. And hair, definitely up and sleek, Ballerina style to show her face to perfection.

      Designers I’m thinking Stella McCartney or Burberry.

    • SequinedHeart says:

      I dislike blush wedding dresses, personally & I don’t think a royal wedding would have a hue to the gown. I just don’t see it.

      • Merritt says:

        The Queen’s aunt Princess Alice had a pale pink gown. When she marries into the royal family in the 1930s, she was an unusual royal bride for the time. She was in her mid 30’s and well traveled. She didn’t want to look like a young bride. Sadly for Alice, her father died right before the wedding so the venue was changed to something small and private. But there are still pictures. There is a page about it at the Order of Splendor.

  2. koko says:

    Why does the photo of the Princess’s remind me of The Hunger Games???

    I’m voting with the “classic, clean lines” group. She’s petite and I think that will flatter her more.

    • Dee says:

      I’m guessing no veil, poofy dress. I know her figure would suit a sleek simple dress, but just think how much she loves her enormous coats!

    • Scram says:

      +1/-1 who thinks they’re actually going to like the dress?

      -1 for me. My tastes are specific when it comes to wedding dresses and people often do too much. That’s my concern here. I did like Kate’s though.

      ETA: Sorry, this wasn’t meant to be a reply.

    • B says:

      I agree, triple C: “Classic, Clean lines, Cream.”

    • Cali says:

      Omg that’s the best comment on Beatrice and Eugeniue’s looks in that photo! Totally getting a vibe of ridiculousness of the Capital from them! hahah

  3. Dee says:

    FUN FUN FUN FUN! Weeeeeee! So exciting! *Pops champagne, stuffs mouth full of devon cream and scones*

  4. Nicole Savannah, GA says:

    I wish she’d show up in Giles Deacon! My oven died and now I can’t make scones for my devon cream!

  5. Taxi says:

    I’m hoping for clean lines and a very pale & soft pastel peach or pink instead of white/ivory/cream. She’s petite & doesn’t and voluminous fabric would overwhelm her. I hope her hair is “up” and dramatic.

    • minx says:

      She’s so pretty she can wear her hair completely swept off her face. Not everyone can do that.

  6. Hazel says:

    Arghh! I’m way out here in Hawaii! Guess I just won’t go to bed, at least I don’t have to work tomorrow.

    • Lilly says:

      I’m PST and no sleep either. But, yay for sleeping in later.

    • bluhare says:

      Ditto. West coast time here, so not going to bother going to bed. Gonna watch it all live!

    • equalitygadfly says:

      Team West Coast checking in. Think I’m gonna take a power nap around 10, to be fresh for 1.

  7. Yeahright says:

    I’m team “girl what are you doing”
    BUT
    I enjoy a good wedding dress and I’m sure she’ll look beautiful.
    I hope she wears something strapless with a jacket for the church and then whips it off for the reception.
    I also kinda want her to wear a fab pantsuit of some sort just to be scandalous but we know that ain’t happening.

  8. Beluga says:

    My vote is for a simple, classic silhouette with no lace in light ivory/champagne and Clarence as their title.

    And I’m still banging the drum for the Teck Circle (not Crescent) as her tiara.

  9. Becks1 says:

    I think her dress may be lacy but I also think it will be more streamlined than Kate’s (like no huge train or poofy skirt – Kate’s was somewhat streamline but there was still some poof to the skirt.) I think Meghan will avoid that. (and I know I’m in the minority on this board, but I loved Kate’s dress.) I can see the silhouette being similar to the R&R dress from the engagement shoot.

    I think the designer will be Burberry. I think if it was R&R she would not have worn them in the engagement photos.

    I think it will be Clarence. Definitely not Windsor.

    • Me46 says:

      Isn’t Doria wearing Burberry? She was pictured carrying a Burberry garment bag.

      • Merritt says:

        We don’t know. That might not have been her ceremony dress.

      • KiddV says:

        There were 3 different hangers in that garment bag, so no telling what she was carrying. Hopefully she overnighted the dress few days before, I wouldn’t trust the airlines to not lose her luggage.

  10. Becks1 says:

    Oh and for tiaras – I would love to see the Strathmore Rose or Teck Crescent (but Camilla has the crescent now, but I’m sure she would loan it if asked.) I also love the Cartier bracelet bandeau and think that would look gorgeous on Meghan.

  11. Becks1 says:

    And finally I would LOVE it if Beatrice came in a hideous hat again, just to sort of make fun of herself. I loved that she took the mockery from the 2011 wedding so well.

    • Dr Mrs The Monarch says:

      I’m here for the hats too. The crazier, the better.

    • Jayna says:

      I think the sisters looked horrible at Kate and William’s wedding.

    • Enough Already says:

      Those hats were childish and disrespectful. They were auctioned off for charity to soften the media criticism.if I’m wrong let’s see if Beatrice wears a ridiculous scene stealer to her sister’s wedding.

    • notasugarhere says:

      The hat was made by the royal hat maker and made to match the lace work on her Valentino dress. She trusted Philip Treacy and that’s what he made to match the dress.

  12. bonobochick says:

    Per a post on laineygossip, the Queen is looking after Meghan’s dog.

  13. Merritt says:

    Windsor won’t be the title. I can’t imagine the Queen ever giving that to anyone.

    I hope Meghan is loaned an existing tiara and not something new or new but made up from old pieces. I would love to see the Diamond Lozenge Tiara, the Strathmore rose, or perhaps the Cartier Bandeau. The Teck tiaras seem unlikely. The Teck Crescent is said to be on loan to Camilla but she has never worn it. It also seems like it would be difficult to use with a veil. The Teck Circle necklace which has a tiara setting, is said to owned by Princess Margaret’s son, but I have doubts about that. It also seems like it would be difficult to use with a veil.

    In terms of the dress, I really have no idea who the designer might be. I do wonder if she will have the same designer for both dresses. I think an a line gown would work well on Meghan. I can’t picture her having a fussy long train. Sometimes royal brides deviate from their normal style for the wedding.

    • Eileen says:

      I just looked those up and I love the Bandeau tiara! I also saw the Teck Turquoise tiara and if it was me, I’d wear that one if it was available because I’m obsessed with turquoise but I know most wouldn’t wear that in their wedding.

    • Eileen says:

      Oh hold up: Just saw the Lotus Tiara as well and I love the pearl on that one! I never knew I was a tiara girl!

    • Va Va Kaboom says:

      I was surprised when people started suggesting Windsor as a possible title. The last Duchess of Windsor was also an American divorcee, so that’s a little too on the nose for the British Royal Family.

      • Beatrice says:

        Duke and Duchess of Windsor sounds like it would be major shade. No to that one!

      • Nic919 says:

        The Queen would never allow Windsor to be used as a title while she is alive. I even doubt Charles would agree to it.

  14. Natalie S. says:

    Beatrice’s hat caught so much attention that I don’t know if we really took the time to appreciate how spectacularly ugly Eugenie’s whole outfit was. From top to the bottom with what looks like gold platform pumps. Beatrice’s coat on the other hand is not bad. Eugenie’s outfit -that fabric is sofa covering from 1993. Why, though? Eugenie is pretty. She looked great at Pippa’s wedding.

    The wedding dress is probably R&R. I want to see what pop of color Liz decides to wear.

    • Eileen says:

      They both remind me of Cinderella’s stepsisters every time I see them in old Will & Kate wedding photos. I think it’s because they dress head-to-toe in all one color just like the sisters did in the cartoon and small picture books.

      • Astrid says:

        +1!

      • Jayna says:

        That’s what I thought too. I thought I would get slammed for saying that. But it is what I thought at the time. They looked awful.

      • Laur says:

        There was a comedy on Channel 4 (UK) this week which poked fun at the whole thing and the York sisters were probably the funniest part of it 😂 one turned communist after falling in love with Jeremy Corbyn!

        I’m not a royalist but I do wanna see what she looks like (pretty sure she’d rock a paper bag if she had to) and Harry really is growing into his hot ginger self. The family are cray but I hope she does some good charity work and doesn’t follow in Kate’s ‘footsteps’.

      • imqrious2 says:

        Laur, it’s called “The Windsors” and it is a HOOT!! Anyone who has not seen it, should. They have a new special out about this wedding, too!

    • Becks1 says:

      Right, Beatrice’s actual coat and dress was pretty. Nice color, nice lines, etc. the hat was the issue. Eugenie….I feel like her fashion has come a long way since then. maybe not though, we’ll find out!

      • notasugarhere says:

        Her Valentino was lovely and she re-wore it to Amadeo of Belgium’s wedding. She trusted the royal hat maker, he made the hat to go with the lattice on her coat.

  15. RBC says:

    Just heard a report that the designer of Princess Diana’s wedding dress was seen at Windsor Castle. Interesting…..

    • klutzy_girl says:

      He’s been getting interviewed all day and I doubt that’d happen if he was the actual designer.

    • Merritt says:

      I hope not. Diana’s dress was hideous. It might only be beaten in hideousness by Princess Mabel’s bow extravaganza dress.

      • Carmen says:

        LOL poor Diana. She looked like she was drowning in a big blob of whipped cream. I can’t begin to imagine Meghan wearing something like that.

      • notasugarhere says:

        The bodice of Mabel’s dress was good. If they’d stopped there it would have been fine.

        Sweet gesture at her husband’s memorial service. She wore a dress by the same designers, with a big white bow fashioned to be one of the sleeves.

      • GreenQueen says:

        Oh my word. Just looked up Mabel’s wedding dress – you could not pay me enough to put that hideous thing on. Just keep hearing Nancy Kerrigan in my head screaming “WHY??”

  16. Prettykrazee says:

    I will be getting up at 3am to watch! I think ivory/cream gown with clean lines and no train. She will be wearing the Strathmore Tiara even though I wish she would have a new tiara.

  17. Elena says:

    I work tomorrow so I can’t watch until s
    Sunday. But I’ll be having mimosas, tea and pastries! so so excited

    ……but does anyone think it’s poor form not inviting Pippa to the later reception?

    • Bluthfan says:

      No. She’s not Harry’s family. She’s his brother’s sister-in-law who Harry isn’t close with.

  18. Grumpy says:

    Never heard of Avondale, it is better to be Duke of a place that we have heard of; the last Clarence was the one some people thought was Jack the Ripper and he was a bit unreliable, last Windsor was of course infamous and abdicated; Connaught had connections to Canada – so would tie in nicely with Meg having lived there.

  19. G says:

    OMG – that last pic of the 2 princesses – they look like the mean stepsisters in Cinderella!! LOL

  20. Lucy says:

    It’s happening, folks. Harry is getting married. And to a pretty great woman, no less. It seems like yesterday when we were trying to guess when they would announce the engagement. This is exciting stuff! When I wake up tomorrow the service will probably have ended but I’ll get to see all the pictures and footage! As for her attire, it’d be pretty amazing if she wore a pantsuit. Won’t happen, but I’m still looking forward to seeing what everything will look like!

    • Becks1 says:

      I hope all the people who were convinced this day would never come have come to grips with it, lol.

  21. Claire says:

    I’m so pissed. I agreed to cover part of the midnight shift at work for one of my coworkers totally forgetting that it’d be on wedding day. I had planned to get a good sleep and wake up early, but now I’ll be getting home from work at like 4:15am central time after working all day today. Perhaps I can muddle through and just stay up.

  22. Shirurusu says:

    Personally I can’t wait for this wedding to be over, since royal gossip and royalty bore me to tears, but congrats to the happy couple and I hope everyone who’s interested have a good weekend 🙂

  23. Skippy says:

    Possibly Stella McCartney? I think long slim tapering lines, slightly flared at the hem. A modest train, not as long as Kate’s. The gown will not have a lot of lace, I think satin which will not crease badly. A smallish tiara from the Queen. Yes, Beatrice will wear a hideous fasinator, which is a stupid name as most of them are not attractive. And why is it that those two York women do not perform Royal duties? Bea doesn’t have a job, I believe. They could get on the Privy (?)
    List if they worked. Sorry to be ranting…

    • Becks1 says:

      They want to be full time royals. They have been told that’s not happening.

      • MeghanNotMarkle says:

        Yep, they want to be FT totals but aren’t allowed. Charles wants a slimmed-down monarchy and he and Andrew have been butting heads over it for a while. HM is doing what she does best and is burying her head in the sand about it. She favors Andrew publicly but still isn’t getting involved. Those girls would probably work circles around the other younger royals and earn their keep but I don’t make the rules.

      • Merritt says:

        @MNM

        Not sure why you think that. Princess Eugenie maybe since she has worked at the gallery for a while. But Princess Beatrice is known for taking vacations and going from job to job with no real conviction or passion.

    • notasugarhere says:

      Eugenie works in an art gallery, Beatrice is a business consultant to someone in NYC/Boston. We’ve never heard directly from either of them about if they want to be working royals. Does Andrew want it? Likely. But the Yorks themselves? We don’t know.

      They are in this strange in-between space, Beatrice especially. Odds are she will end up as a Counsellor of State in her life time, which would require her to move back to the UK.

  24. Eileen says:

    I am getting super-excited for this wedding and I have no idea why.
    Regardless of what MM’s family have put her through (I have an incredibly toxic family as well so I totally relate), I am proud she is infiltrating English royalty. She’s gorgeous, American and biracial! She is going to bring them to at least the 20th century….no 21st just yet. She’s not a miracle worker. lol
    Harry, ya did good.

    • Ellaus says:

      I’m too unexpectedly excited! I watched William’s wedding seven years ago, but this is more interesting for sure! And I really like Meghan, she might be the change that the brf needs to maintain relevance in this millenium.

      My bet is Stella McCartney, but I would love that the last great work of Christopher Bailey for Burberry was her dress… Dreaming right… I think minimal lace but beading or embroidery with simple lines, maybe a boatneck with cap sleeves. And the Carrier Bandeau tiara por one of the Tecks…

  25. I'mScaredAsHell says:

    Wishing them both a long and happy marriage. Looking forward to the wedding.

    Does anyone know what the evil half siblings are up to?

    How did Tom Jr. get into Emgland with his record and whose sponsoring his trip?

    What is jealous Samantha up to….is she still reporting on the wedding for one of the English tv channels?

    • C. Remm says:

      Jealous Sam. is allegedly holding a wedding party at her place with security, for whom she is paying. And the daddy of Meghan is allegedly at his girlfriends place.

      • Jayna says:

        Like Samantha will need security in Florida. LOL She is saying all of this begging a pap to show up. That’s the reality of it.

  26. Annie says:

    Is Meghan inviting any family members from her mother’s side or childhood/college friends to the wedding? Totally get why she’s not inviting the Markle side of the family (they’re crazy!), but it just seems a bit odd to me that she doesn’t have any close family/friends from before Suits. To me it lends a bit of weight to the rumors that she’s a social climber who drops people who don’t “fit” her Hollywood image, but maybe I’m a bit biased because some of my dearest friends are from elementary school and college. Thoughts?

    • Apalapa says:

      She does have childhood and family friends from LA. For example, the half sister Samantha is estranged from both Meghan and her own daughter, but Meghan and Samantha’s daughter are close, And Samantha’s daughter is attending the wedding.

    • Jayna says:

      Meghan’s uncle, her mother’s brother, seemed very proud of her, as did his family. But they did sell a story. It was a nice story, but I think that probably rubbed her the wrong way, instantly capitalizing by “selling” a story with personal photos of Meghan and her mom and their family, even if nice. I would be very upset by a relative going behind my back and selling that just because you are associated with me. I have a feeling that’s why they’re not invited.

      I don’t know how close her mom has stayed to her brother. Meghan was close to her grandmother, but she died.

    • hdc364 says:

      This is the only part that I question about her. I get distancing herself from the Markle side. They have been a hot mess. The Ragland side has said precious little if anything at all and it was supportive. You mean to tell me that NO family member outside of Doria was worth an invite? NO family members outside of Doria ever cared or demonstrated love and support throughout her life? It’s easy to lump everyone in the same basket but everyone hasn’t conducted themselves like the Markles. I could see if this was a small wedding and guests were limited, but this is a large wedding with 600 guests and I’d bet my paycheck that she has never laid eyes on half of them. Having said that, I fully acknowledge it is her day and she does not owe anyone a front row seat to her life that she does not want there. At the end of the day, we are all speculating we don’t know what we don’t know. I hope tomorrow goes beautifully and I wish them well. The family situation still makes me wonder though.

    • Olenna says:

      Beyond her mother’s half-brother, which relatives are you referring to? Meghan was very close to her maternal grandmother, but she is deceased. Doria’s parents divorced when Doria was very young and her father apparently was not involved in her life; instead, he remarried and reportedly started another family in Ohio. Also, not everyone has a passel of blood relatives or even just a handful they’re close to. Have you seen an official guest list? I haven’t, but I think the relatives, friends and co-workers who have been loving, supportive, loyal and respectful to her over the years are the ones who received the wedding invitations.

    • Casey says:

      I don’t think it’s strange. Sometimes both sides of the family are small or distant. My father was estranged from his relatives so I don’t know anyone on that side. Our family always lived in a different country to my mother’s brother so I was never close to any cousins growing up and didn’t have any extended family around. It happens.

  27. Pam says:

    Good luck and God Bless you both! You are a beautiful couple!

  28. Sparkly says:

    My own wedding was really traumatic, and I’ve had trouble with weddings ever since. This one is getting me excited again though (and not just because Harry would be my hubby had I not met Mr. Sparkly first). I went internet dark during the last couple of weeks, so I’ve been catching up on everything royal yesterday and today. People keep saying how tired they are of hearing about this wedding, but I’m looking forward to it. I hope Meghan is able to fully enjoy their wedding despite all the drama with her family. She’s really kept her dignity, and I hope people stop hassling her quite so much. Can’t wait to see the tiara!

  29. KiddV says:

    On the news this morning the newscaster said “the wedding of the future Duchess of Sussex…” I thought Nooooooo! then scoured the internet to see if their titles had been announced or not. I really don’t want Sussex.

  30. F says:

    I don’t know if it’s a bad guess but I can only think of Victoria Beckham because she was asked about it.

    • imqrious2 says:

      She came out a long time ago and said she wasn’t designing the gown. My bet is still on Stella McCartney or Burberry.

      • Bluthfan says:

        Has Stella designed anything that wasn’t hideous? I am hoping it isn’t her. Burberry would be my preference.

      • Elaine says:

        @Bluthfan. Stella did a pretty good job with her Step Mother, Nancy Shevell’s dress. Of course she basically just copied Wallis Simpson’s dress, so there’s that 😉

  31. artistsnow says:

    Is the wedding going to be broadcast and if so, where?? No way I will be up that early. Can I DVR it?

    • Becks1 says:

      You should be able to DVR it. I know NBC, ABC, E!, PBS, BBC America etc are all showing it.

    • cr says:

      If you are in the US it’ll be on several networks, including PBS which will be carrying the BBC feed.

  32. Busyann says:

    You guys! There is a picture of the queen, riding in her car with Meghan’s dog next to her. mobile.twitter.com/MadAboutMeghan/status/997500093342371840

  33. Cher says:

    I just saw some pictures of Meghan and her Mother arriving at Windsor or the Hotel and Meghan’s Mother looks amazing. I am so excited, I cannot wait for tomorrow.
    I think Meghan’s dress will be reminiscent of Carolyn Bessette’s wedding dress but some what more conservative.
    Duke and Duchess of Windsor is what I am hoping for.

  34. imqrious2 says:

    Just on local (Los Angeles) news: William and Harry out to greet the crowds in Windsor!

  35. Cher says:

    The Daily Mirror has video of Meghan and her Mother arriving at the Hotel. Check it out folks!

    • homeslice says:

      The pics are good! Everyone looks very happy. Good on Harry and Wills to greet the people!

  36. Jayna says:

    William and Harry are such good brothers to one another and support each other. They looked great out talking to the crowd. William is really looking handsome these days. He’s getting back his looks. Harry looks so happy.

    No one in my house cares about this. I even have family staying this weekend. No one will get up witm me tomorrow to watch this. Thank God for the open post on here, because it will be me and more lonesome that early in the morning unless I put some cinnamon buns in the oven. Maybe that will get some up. Nah.

    • Olenna says:

      Yes, I’m so happy this open thread was posted. Thank you, Kaiser. I’m hoping PrincessK will post here during the procession as often as she can.

      And, I agree about the brothers, Jayna. I think they are very supportive of each other, and I enjoyed watching their walk-about in Windsor. Harry looked so confident and happy that it made me smile.

    • Eileen says:

      I’m trying to get my 15 yr old excited about it so she’ll wake up with me but I’m doubtful. 🙂 I got mimosas, fruit and some english muffins as my H+M Snack but I bet if I threw some bacon in a skillet they’d ALL get up! Good idea!

    • Liz version 700 says:

      I am in the same boat my husband is uninterested to the point of being annoyed. You guys are making it so much more fun! I am excited too 🙂

  37. Janine says:

    I noticed Meghan has been wearing a lot of Birks jewelry (diamond bracelet recently, snowflakes earrings yesterday). Isn’t Jessica Mulroney one of their spokespeople? I’m guessing she is still styling Meghan or at least advising her to some extent.

  38. what's inside says:

    Doria has a glow about her when she smiles. The same kind of glow Diana had when she smiled.

  39. Ali says:

    I admit, after all the drama of this week I am way more into this than I was before! Rooting for Meghan and can’t wait to see what she is wearing. And the wacky hats! Still baffled by the toilet seat hat.

  40. Pam says:

    I remember reading about Harry saying the Queen has a very funny sense of humor. A long while back. Maybe she’s getting the last bark riding with Meghan’s dog lol! I love them together. Beautiful people, beautiful babies too!

  41. violet says:

    I think all the shadows are going to recede now – the photo of Meghan with her mother is lovely and very touching. I am very excited for tomorrow!

  42. notasugarhere says:

    Autumn Phillips wore a strapless dress with a short-sleeve lace bolero, but I don’t see MM doing that. I think one cohesive dress for the ceremony (not dress plus bolero), fun dress for reception.

  43. MsTurtle says:

    I just don’t quite understand anyone thinking the Duke and Duchess of Windsor is a possibility at all. There was only ever 1 Duchess of Windsor and the Queen abhorred her. So, can we please cross that one off the list?

  44. Patty says:

    I hope people stop with the Meghan’s siblings are humiliating and embarrassing her. They are grown; they are humiliating and embarrassing themselves. Let’s flip the script on that narrative.

  45. aquarius64 says:

    Sam’s viewing party? I hope the Florida Highway Patrol stops by.

    • Olenna says:

      Ha! I read somewhere that the cops spent 3 hours searching area police files for the car wreck Sam claimed she was in and that was caused by the paps near a toll booth. They couldn’t find one shred of evidence that the accident had even been reported.

  46. Nicegirl says:

    I wonder what/how Meghan is doing right now, it’s so close!!!

    I love weddings!

  47. Pimo says:

    I am voting for Duke and Duchess of Windsor and not because I do not like MM. The royals clearly love her. Her story is the opposite of the former Windsors. They are getting married at Windsor. It is such a good title. It would be the reclaiming of the title. And the idea of a new American, divorcee Duchess of Windsor, but this time loved by the royals, especially the Queen would be such a cool twist.

    Meghan’s mother looked so lovely arriving at the hotel. She is a gorgeous woman and I love how she seems to be above it all.

    Meghan also looked great in the dark blue dress. More of this please.

    I will be catching up with the photos and the news tomorrow. I made the mistake of waking up early to see W&K’s wedding and regretted that decision. It was such a long and boring ceremony.

    One last note, I wish there were more diversity among the kids accompanying Meghan.

  48. Other Renee says:

    I’m the only one in my house getting up for the wedding and that’s fine with me. I can’t wait. That’s 2 am and I hope I can stay awake. I dozed on and off during William and Kate’s. I’m excited by the whole thing: the dress, the other dresses, the ridiculous Cinderella stepsister clown outfits Bea and Eugenie will wear, the pomp and circumstance, the history etc.

    I can’t imagine being so filled with hatred like Samantha. Wishing her sister ill occupies her every waking moment. Definitely a personality disorder of some kind. It’s sad.

    I want you all to know that I’m delighted to share this fun experience with all of you and look forward to the rest of your comments. Let the beauty and snark begin!

  49. CuriousCole says:

    I am so excited for this wedding, they love each other and she’s going to do such a good job in this role! It would be fun if Meghan chose a surprise designer, like Cushnie et Ochs, for one of her gowns, but I feel Burberry will be in there somewhere. I’d love it if she wore the Spencer family tiara, and from interviews Earl Spencer likes her, so it is possible he offered it, but the Strathmore Rose is a safer bet. Title wise I’m hoping it’s Avondale, and shuddering at the prospect of Sussex and/or Windsor.

    • African Sun says:

      It would be amazing for the Spencer family tiara to be available. Totally agree with everything you said.

  50. aquarius64 says:

    According to DM, Meghan’s father will not get a family coat of arms

    http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-5746867/EDEN-CONFIDENTIAL-Royal-snub-Meghan-Markles-father.html

    The greedy malicious Markles are paying the price for hurting Meghan. Justice.

  51. Betsy says:

    Agree it’s probably going to be Ralph and Russo, but I really hated that engagement picture dress.

    In a dream world, something Roksanda or Mouret with a well-balanced skirt (not like how Pippa’s very thin lower half just sort of disappeared into a narrow skirt). And I hope she wears either the fringe tiara (as a nice nod to The Queen’s wedding) or one we’ve never seen out of the vault! And I hope for pearls and really attractive embroidery.

  52. San says:

    If she wear a tira she probably will wear Diana’s tira. This could be the way Harry involve his mother in to his big day.

  53. Sunny says:

    So it’s the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. The Sussexes. It’s a bit of a tongue twister, but I like it.

  54. imqrious2 says:

    It’s official! Duke and Duchess of Sussex!

    • Lahdidahbaby says:

      Just heard! How do you like the sound of it, Imqrious?

      • imqrious2 says:

        It’s a bit of a tongue twister if you say it quickly! lol I think I would’ve preferred Clarence or Avondale myself, but… The Queen must’ve mislaid my number and I didn’t get a consult call! 😊

        What do you think, Lahdidahbaby?

      • Lahdidahbaby says:

        I kind of love it, Imqrious, but more for the sound and rhythm of it (Duchess of Sussex…Duchess of Sussex). But that’s probably because I’m a poet. I do love what I just heard about its history, though: there has never before been a Duchess of Sussex. Duke(s), yes, but never a Duchess! I love thinking of Meghan as the very first one.

  55. African Sun says:

    Titles announced OMG!

  56. LizLem says:

    Sussex it is. I like it!

  57. imqrious2 says:

    The flowered arch is absolutely stunning! I love it!

    https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DditJhyUQAAxisQ.jpg

    CNN is showing the “Bridal Car” arriving at Meg’s hotel. COUNTDOWN TO THE DRESS PEOPLE! 😄

    Prince Harry has left his hotel for the wedding according to Twitter

  58. Brittany says:

    3am and wide awake. I got my coffee and my homemade scones. I’m ready!

    • imqrious2 says:

      1:20 am here in LA (been up since 7 am). I am dog tired, but excited! I will definitely power through. I’m off to make some coffee, too ☕️

      ETA: CNN is saying that in about 2 hrs. we should be getting the first glimpse of Meghan’s gown (and tiara!) through the huge windows of the burgundy car (one of the Queen’s).

      • Brittany says:

        That’s what I’m most excited for! I just want to see her dress and tiara. I follow most of Meghan’s Suits co-stars and I love how excited they are. They’ve been posting pictures on Instagram. This is very exciting LOL

        I wonder if Meghan got any sleep.

      • Lahdidahbaby says:

        Omg, that’s what I’m waiting for!

  59. Liz version 700 says:

    My cat and I are both excited to see the dress! We are the only ones awake lol

    • Brittany says:

      Even my cats are sound asleep. I expected the younger one to get up and annoy me but she’s sound asleep.

      • TeamAwesome says:

        My dogs got up to give me a bleary-eyed inquiry about their breakfast treats and decided to go back to bed with their dad!

    • African Sun says:

      +1 x1000 to your whole comment LMAO. The cat <3

  60. imqrious2 says:

    I’ve got CNN on, and am loving seeing the parade of hats and fascinators. I so wish we were more of a hat wearing country in the US!

  61. imqrious2 says:

    Oprah and Idris Elba just arrived, as well as Earl Spencer!

    • Lahdidahbaby says:

      I think it’s going to be an emotional occasion for Earl Spencer. Several reminders of Diana.

    • Bluthfan says:

      Earl of Spencer’s wife has the best dress and hat combo so far. Just amazing.

  62. Brittany says:

    I see Oprah! Even she looks overwhelmed LOL

  63. TeamAwesome says:

    Coffee is brewing, orange juice is poured, and my lemon drizzle cake is ready to slice! So excited that PBS is carrying the BBC feed and that Desert Island Discs’ Kirsty Young is one of the commentators. Yay for love!

  64. imqrious2 says:

    The Middletons have arrived now, as well as Pips and James. You can see Pippa’s little bump in her dress 😊

  65. Jayna says:

    God help me, but I always find James Middleton sexy.

    • Agenbiter says:

      There is something compelling about Captain Boomf

      • Lahdidahbaby says:

        Boomf — lolol!

        …but he IS quite handsome. If you ignore all the rest.

    • I rarely comment but... says:

      I normally find him repulsive and skeevy looking but he actually looked attractive today. I have no idea why. Lol

  66. CairinaCat says:

    Well I’ve been looking forward to this wedding and I’m watching it, in California.
    I shared a room with my 96 year old grandmother , I do the night care so my mom can go home at night.
    2 hours ago she died and I’m sitting here on my bed next to my grandmother’s bed waiting for the hospice people and the mortuary people to come get her.
    I’m pretty freaked out right now that I’m watching the wedding with my dead grandmother.
    I did watch Charles and Di’s and then Will and Kate’s with her..
    So this is really bizarre and not how I planned to watch this..
    I think I’m in shock

  67. TeamAwesome says:

    Carey Mulligan and her hubs Marcus Mumford!
    And there goes Clooney hobbling along!
    Love Posh V. Beckham’s red heels!

  68. Brittany says:

    George and Amal are there and Amal looks beautiful!

    • Jayna says:

      I knew she would wear color because she loves color. But I never expected that color. She looks beautiful, though. I actually am surprised by George’s look. I like it. He’s branching out. LOL

      Victoria Beckham looks beautiful. I love her whole outfit.

      • Brittany says:

        Victoria looks very pretty but I just wish she would smile. She looks like she arrived at a funeral LOL

  69. imqrious2 says:

    George and Amal are there.. OMG she is literally PRANCING! She’s wearing this pea yellow dress and hat. The Beckhams are here, she’s in navy.

    • African Sun says:

      Victoria looked amazing and Amal looks like a drop of sun. YASSSS!

      • imqrious2 says:

        Victoria looks beautiful. And I can’t help it, but I can’t stand Amal. I just want to smack the smug off her face every time I see her. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

      • African Sun says:

        @imqrious2, LMAO ha ha ha you got me cracking up. I love Vic though, she looks sooooo cute omg

      • imqrious2 says:

        I agree. I love her dress, those sleeves, and esp. the neck clasp. Very different than anything else I’ve seen so far.

    • Lahdidahbaby says:

      Amal looks stunning…but she sort of prances along and seems to be looking for the cameras.

  70. Prettykrazee says:

    Coffee is pressed. Orange Juice is chilled! I’m ready.

    BBC is really excited about George and Amal. Camera won’t leave them.

  71. Other Renee says:

    Moving this to different place.

    • imqrious2 says:

      Of course she is. That’s her raison d’être. And those hungry, hungry eyes searching for every camera at every angle. Ugh… Sorry, did I mention, I can’t stand her? 😄

      Renee, you MUST get to England. It is truly so beautiful. I was just in absolute awe at the history and architecture of the cities/villages I visited. I can’t wait until I can get back for another visit!

  72. Rainbow says:

    Kitty Spencer is a wild party girl but she looks stunning and elegant today. Perfection from head to toe.

    Just saw Carey Mulligan is there with her husband. So Carey Mulligan has a closer connection to Meghan and Harry than the Windsor cousins? Interesting guest list.

    • Bluthfan says:

      Kitty and the other Spencer woman have had the best outfits.

      I think Victoria Beckham looks absurd. She is dressed for an evening cocktail party not a day wedding.

      • Prettykrazee says:

        I agree. Although I did like Victoria’s shoes. I think Oprah looked great. Amal yellow dress was a little to garish for my taste. They just said it was Stella. So that’s why I don’t like it.

      • Jayna says:

        I think she looks fantastic, though.

  73. YankLynn says:

    Why does Vic Beckham always look so angry. Her navy outfit seems somber to me compared to some of the pretty spring outfits but Chelsy was in dark color too so maybe they’re more chic than me !

  74. imqrious2 says:

    CNN is reporting 35 min. until Meghan leaves the hotel.

    Elton and his husband are there now, too, inside talking to James Blunt.

  75. imqrious2 says:

    Any guesses on who’s doing the dress?

    I’m still guessing Stella McCartney: an American mom, British Dad for an American bride and a British groom 😊

  76. Brittany says:

    Suits costars are there…and dare I say…is Troian Bellisario pregnant? She’s so beautiful.

  77. imqrious2 says:

    Here’s Sarah Ferguson… ohhhh it’s not good. Dress looks too tight. Hair and makeup are great though.

  78. Prettykrazee says:

    The GOAT has arrived and she looks lovely. And she is wearing braids! I’m so disappointed in Gina Torres! What is she wearing? Does she know she at a royal wedding and not a backyard picnic?

    • imqrious2 says:

      I thought the same thing: Gina is SO underdressed!! Sarah Rafferty looks elegant.

      Serena looks wonderful, but I’d lose that necklace. Doesn’t look good with that neckline; too crowded.

      • Prettykrazee says:

        Yes, the necklace was too much with the asymmetrical neckline.

        They didn’t show Sarah Ferguson AT ALL on BBC. The shade!

      • imqrious2 says:

        Apparently, while Fergie will be sitting in the Quire, she will be sitting alone on the OPPOSITE side from the RF (Andrew and the girls will be with TQ et al.)

  79. imqrious2 says:

    Heads up, the Bridal car is getting in position!

  80. imqrious2 says:

    Oh wow… Zara looks ready to pop!!

  81. imqrious2 says:

    The car is moving!!

  82. Brittany says:

    Per CNN the Queen let Meghan pick her own tiara 🙂

  83. imqrious2 says:

    Boatneck on the dress… I called it! 😊
    Small Tiara from the Queen… Hair in low bun.. .she looks lovely! Twitter is saying it’s Queen Mary’s Filgree Tiara
    http://www.tiara-mania.com/2017/09/queen-mary-filigree-tiara.html

    Doria looks so beautiful in that hat! Very smart!

    • Prettykrazee says:

      I don’t think anyone guessed that tiara. How far back in the vaults did they go for it?

      • imqrious2 says:

        It’s the Queen’s grandmother’s tiara. I don’t remember seeing it on anyone else.

  84. African Sun says:

    I hope she’s wearing the Spencer tiara.

    • Prettykrazee says:

      While a beautiful tiara, that was never going to happen. I wish we would see it more often but she isn’t marrying into the Spencer family.

      • African Sun says:

        I understand that but I think it would be a wonderful gesture and a way to include LD into it at least in spirit.

  85. imqrious2 says:

    Here’s a good shot of Meg in the tiara:

    https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DdjZ2-9VwAALbde.jpg:large

  86. imqrious2 says:

    Doria in pale green… looks gorgeous! Very elegant 😊

  87. imqrious2 says:

    Camilla is giving MAJOR hat!! It’s HUGE!

  88. African Sun says:

    Yasss the Queen!

  89. imqrious2 says:

    Here come George and Charlotte! And the trumpets hailing the Queen IT”S HAPPENING!!

  90. imqrious2 says:

    omg those kids looks SO CUTE!! Harry looked so nervous until he got a look at Meghan!

    • African Sun says:

      Ugh I was gagging when he lifted her veil and they said ”hi” to each other. sooooo cute!

  91. Lahdidahbaby says:

    The gospel choir is DIVINE. God, they’re wonderful, and the song is PERFECT.

  92. African Sun says:

    The Episcopalian bishop is fervent and fierce with this sermon. Definitely a change from the solemn approach of COE services.

    I love this! Meghan and Harry – go get ’em!

    • imqrious2 says:

      I think the look on the faces of most of the guests is hysterical! I don’t think they’ve every heard/been exposed to a sermon like this! lol

  93. imqrious2 says:

    They are well and truly married now! 🍾🥂🎉

  94. imqrious2 says:

    Wow.. the Queen didn’t even crack the tiniest bit of a smile as they walked past! Wonder what’s up with that!

    • Lahdidahbaby says:

      I noticed that. Do you think she resents the cultural expansiveness that changed the traditional British tone of their weddings? Or was she maybe just a bit overwhelmed?