Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's royal wedding - 10 magical details and best photos

The former Suits actress looked radiant in her bespoke gown by Givenchy's Clare Waight Keller, which featured a bateau neckline, a fitted bodice and three-quarter sleeves. The designer revealed it was the perfect symbol of Meghan's "effortless American style," and described it as: "Not overly feminine, but not really minimal either."

She teamed it with the Queen Mary Diamond Bandeau tiara, loaned by the late Queen Elizabeth II, and an intricate five-metre-long silk tulle veil with hand-embroidered flowers which took 3,900 hours to create.

Harry donned full military uniform – the black frockcoat uniform of the Blues and Royals – which he believed was "one of the smartest household cavalry uniforms", he said in the 'A Royal Wedding: The Duke and Duchess of Sussex' exhibit in Windsor. "It's one of my favourites, and I was very fortunate to be able to wear that on the day." The Duke also rocked facial hair, which was a point of contention between himself and Prince William, he revealed in his book Spare.

From 9.30 am, the 600 guests began trickling into St George's Chapel to take their seats for the ceremony, including Meghan's former Suits co-stars, Prince Harry's ex-girlfriends Chelsy Davy and Cressida Bonas, Serena Williams, and Idris Elba, who later DJ'd at their reception.

George and Amal Clooney were also among the high-profile guests for the big day. Amal wowed in a vibrant yellow Stella McCartney dress and matching hat, while George looked smart in a grey suit.

Victoria Beckham entered the chapel hand-in-hand with husband David. The fashion designer looked stunning in a dress from her own collection, while David looked equally dapper in a smart suit.

Oprah Winfrey waved to the crowds looking stylish in a pink fit-and-flare Stella McCartney dress and co-ordinating hat.

The Princess of Wales arrived in a car with her children Prince George and Princess Charlotte. The wedding marked her first official public appearance since the birth of her son Prince Louis in April.

Kate’s parents Carole and Michael Middleton arrived alongside her siblings James and Pippa, who showed off a hint of baby bump in her The Fold dress and Jimmy Choo heels, as she walked alongside her husband James Matthews.

Other members of the royal family to attend the ceremony include Prince Edward and Duchess Sophie, who arrived with their children Lady Louise and James, Viscount Severn. Sophie looked characteristically stylish in a Suzannah dress for the occasion.

Waving to the crowds, Sarah Ferguson looked chic in a navy tailored coatdress with pink lapels and a coordinating hat.

Harry's cousin Zara Tindall, who was heavily pregnant with her second child, appeared in high spirits upon her arrival with her husband Mike wearing a stylish floral coatdress and heels.

Prince Andrew arrived with daughters Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie in tow. They were joined by Princess Eugenie's then-fiancé Jack Brooksbank, whom she married in the same chapel in October 2018.

Meghan Markle's mother Doria looked every inch the proud mum as she arrived at St George's Chapel, wearing a mint green Oscar de la Renta mother-of-the-bride ensemble.

Flowers and foliage surrounded the west door and lined the steps at St George’s Chapel, where the royal wedding ceremony was held. It was the work of florist Philippa Craddock, who used silver birch and English oak sourced locally, including some from Windsor Great Park. The florist said she was “hugely privileged” to have been given the job.

Prince Harry arrived with his best man Prince William at around 11.40 am, shortly before fans got their first glimpse at the beautiful bride Meghan Markle. The Duchess - who said she was "so calm" after enjoying a mimosa, a croissant and the song 'Going to the Chapel' - had travelled from Cliveden House to St George's Chapel with her mother Doria Ragland.

Meghan appeared poised and elegant as she made her way up the steps, followed by her bridesmaids and pageboys, including  Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Brian and John Mulroney - the twin sons of her best friend Jessica Mulroney.

In photos released in the Netflix docuseries Harry & Meghan, the royal and her new father-in-law exchanged a sweet moment as he prepared to walk her down the aisle in the absence of her father Thomas Markle.

The couple held hands as they said their vows in the ceremony, which was led by Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby. Like Princess Diana and Princess Kate, Meghan chose traditional vows but omitted the word "obey".

They exchanged rings, with Meghan opting for a simple gold band made out of the same Welsh gold from the Clogau mines as Queen Elizabeth, Princess Kate, Zara Tindall and other royal brides. It was a tradition that began in 1923 when King George VI married Queen Mother Elizabeth.

Meanwhile, Harry chose a modern, platinum design.

The couple shared a kiss as they stood on the steps at the entrance to St George's Chapel following the ceremony.

Prince Harry and Meghan went on a carriage procession around Windsor. Thousands of fans had lined the streets to catch a glimpse of the newlyweds, who waved and smiled as they travelled through the town and back up the Long Walk.

The couple were later pictured climbing into a silver-blue Jaguar E-Type Concept Zero, which had a number plate reading "190518" in recognition of their wedding date.

Newlyweds Harry and Meghan joined friends and family at a lunchtime reception at St George's Hall hosted by the late Queen. In photos shared on their Netflix docuseries, the Duke appeared moved to tears as he raised a glass with his new wife.

One happier image showed Harry and Meghan standing on a balcony overlooking their guests with the Duke cheekily pointing a finger at someone in the crowd.

Elton John sang 'Your Song' and 'Tiny Dancer' to crowds, with Meghan's mother Doria Ragland looking captivated by the performance. The singer later told CNN: "It was very, very wonderful to be there. To have a black gospel choir, a multiracial bride, a black cellist, who was wonderful, a preacher - it felt like a party, and it felt like progress had been made. Thank God, thank God."

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex headed to Frogmore House shortly after 7pm for their evening reception. Meghan had swapped her Givenchy gown for a halterneck, backless Stella McCartney gown, which she paired with Aquazzurra shoes with blue soles. Meanwhile, Prince Harry looked dapper in a tuxedo.

"I am so proud and honoured to have been chosen by the Duchess of Sussex to make her evening gown and represent British design," McCartney told WWD. "It has truly been one of the most humbling moments of my career."

The couple danced at their wedding reception to Wilson Pickett's 1966 hit “Land of 1000 Dances,” and watched fireworks over the lake.

Four separate cakes on a tiered gold stand made up the royal wedding cake, which, with its summery lemon and elderflower flavour, was a break from the traditional fruit cake chosen by King Charles, Prince William and more royals. However, the confection did pay homage to Harry's royal roots with 10 bottles of elderflower syrup from the late Queen’s Sandringham estate, alongside 200 Amalfi lemons, creating the decadent taste.

Made by Claire Ptak of East London bakery Violet, it was topped with Swiss meringue buttercream and covered in stunning white peonies and roses with green leaves. "Meghan, she specifically said to me, 'I don’t want to tell you what to do… the reason why I’ve chosen you is because I love your baking and your work and your point of view and your ethos'," Claire told Tatler.