The Royals Have a Long History of Memorable Bridesmaid Dresses

When the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge married in 2011, they had two royal bridesmaids — Lady Louise Windsor who is William's cousin, and Lady Margarita Armstrong-Jones (pictured here) who is the granddaughter of his late great-aunt Princess Margaret. All the bridesmaids wore ballerina-length ivory silk satin Nicki Macfarlane dresses with ballet pumps and a floral crown.

Not widely reported during the wedding coverage, but seen here is a high-collared matching mini-cape that bridesmaids wore for the chilly April carriage ride from the service in Wesminster Abbey to the reception at Buckingham Palace.