
Why Princess Diana & Prince Charles’ Wedding is Still on Another Level than that of Other Royals

Royal weddings are almost always a lavish affair. With the exception of Princess Beatrice’s recent secret wedding to Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, the British royal family often go all out when it comes to celebrating nuptials.
A case in point is the wedding of Princess Eugenie in 2018, which reportedly cost £2.7 million ($3.5 million). That seems to be no match though when compared to how much money went into celebrating the marriage of royals further up the line of succession.
Let’s take a look back at the lavish nuptials of Prince William and Prince Harry and see how theirs still pale in comparison to that of their parents’ nuptial celebrations four decades ago.
Prince William & Kate’s Nuptials

Featureflash Photo Agency/Shutterstock: The couple greeting the thousands of people waiting for them outside Westminster Abbey, where they wed each other
With Prince William and Kate Middleton being the future King and Queen of England, it comes as no surprise that their 2011 union was an extravagant affair. In total, the palace reportedly spent $34 million for the entire affair.
The expenses primarily went to security costs. Of course, there was the bride’s now-iconic Alexander McQueen wedding gown, which cost a reported $400,000.
The family also likely spent a ton to accommodate the couple’s 1,900 guests, who attended not one but two wedding receptions.
Prince Harry & Meghan’s Wedding

Blueskynet/Shutterstock: The couple exchanged vows at Windsor Castle’s St. George Chapel
Meanwhile, Prince William’s younger brother Prince Harry racked up an even higher bill for his 2018 wedding to Meghan Markle. Anticipated by millions of people all over the world, the nuptials cost a total of over $43 million, according to CNBC.
Security expenses took a huge portion of the budget. The bride’s Givenchy gown had a price tag of $135,000, which is significantly less than that of her sister-in-law’s.
The couple also celebrated their nuptials in a couple of private parties following their wedding. While we weren’t able to take a peek of the festivities, it’s safe to assume that they only served the finest food and drinks.
Wedding of the Century

Getty: Prince Charles and Princess Diana tied the knot at St. Paul’s Cathedral in London
Still, it looks like his sons haven’t beat Prince Charles’ record when it comes to royal wedding expenditures. His nuptials with the late Princess Diana in 1981 cost $110 million in today’s dollars, making it more expensive than Prince William’s and Prince Harry’s weddings put together.
Among the most memorable parts of the historic event is the bride’s handmade wedding gown that came with a 25-foot train. Designed by David Emanuel, the dress cost £151,000 (adjusted for inflation).
Complete with horse-drawn carriages, the wedding was described as a ‘fairy tale wedding’.
More in The Jet Set
-
The Maldives has a Program that’ll Reward You for Traveling There–Here’s How it Works
While there are many destinations that have opened up their doors once again for leisure travelers, it seems like the number...
November 25, 2020 -
Why Single Ladies Have Less Debt Than Single Men
When is being indebted to people ever a good thing? Don’t answer that, it is a trick question. The answer is...
November 17, 2020 -
5 Habits of Self-Made Millionaires That Allow Them to Retire in Their 20’s
Many of us dream of retiring a millionaire or at least earlier than normal. There’s a growing segment of people that...
November 10, 2020 -
You Can Stay at These Marilyn Monroe or Howard Hughes-Inspired Bungalows for $8500/Night
If there is one hotel which the A-list celebrities of Hollywood just love to visit, it is the Beverly Hills Hotel....
November 4, 2020 -
Count on the Duggars for an Amazing Renovation as They List a Mansion for $1.8 Million
Anyone who loves reality TV show knows who the Duggar family is. Jim Bob and his wife Michelle Duggar became household...
November 4, 2020 -
Five Questions You Need to Ask Yourself Before Choosing a Business Bank Account
Having a business bank account is something that is required by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for all incorporated businesses. What’s...
October 27, 2020 -
Biggest Financial Mistakes People Make that Lead to Debt, And How You Can Avoid Them
To come off as a responsible adult, you have to demonstrate that you can convincingly handle your finances. What’s that thing...
October 27, 2020 -
This is How Johnny Depp Spends $2 Million a Month On His Lavish Lifestyle
According to the former business manager of Johnny Depp, the actor spends extravagantly to support his lavish lifestyle, requiring a monthly...
October 20, 2020 -
How Much Money Can You REALLY Save by Living a Frugal Lifestyle?
You always complain about work and how there is not a perfect one that could possibly sustain your way of living...
October 13, 2020
You must be logged in to post a comment Login