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The young bridesmaids looked beautiful when Maid of Honour Pippa Middleton led them into Westminster Abbey.

And, “The bridesmaids’ bouquets by Shane Connolly used flowers from the bride’s bouquet, including lily-of-the-valley, sweet William and hyacinth.”

“The full, box pleated skirt was used to add a sculptural quality, with the layering of ivory over white satin gazar adding depth of colour. The dresses were hand-finished with delicate English Cluny lace, visible under the skirts, and four layers of net underskirt.The puff sleeves and neckline were trimmed with the same English lace as the bride’s underskirt, while the backs were finished with the same button detail,” reports the Mail.

Each girl had their name and the date sewn into the lining of her dress, reports say.

On another note, Grace Van Cutsem, the goddaughter of Prince William wasn’t too impressed by the roars of the crowd when William kissed Kate  on the balcony:

Look at her face in the picture below— She’s the one with her hands over her ears and the angry look on her face.Reports say she was overwhelmed by the situation— and who wouldn’t be!

After photos inside Buckingham Palace, the Prince and Kate walked onto the balcony to wave at the crowd and share a traditional kiss.

William kissed his new bride, but it was bit too quick for the crowds liking. They weren’t satisfied and began to chant “Kiss her again!”

Shortly after, William gave Kate a kiss that was even more heartfelt, and slightly more lingering.

The crowd was immensely pleased with this second attempt.

Then, there was the traditional fly-by of vintage and modern planes from Britain’s Royal Air Force.

The Telegraph and Vogue UK are reporting that some very high profile guests will sport the Jimmy Choo brand at the royal Wedding. Who, you ask?

• Victoria Beckham

• Princess Eugenie  and Princess Beatrice

• Zara Philipps

• Chelsey Davy

Royal watchers are counting down the hours and minutes till the biggest wedding of the century and fans went crazy outside the Goring hotel where Kate Middleton arrived to spend a quiet (maybe) night with her family. The atmosphere was full of excitement when Kate stepped from the car!

Rumours have been circulating for quite a while that Kate Middleton will do her own makeup for her wedding day. The whispers are true, PEOPLE reports.

The bride has opted to do her own makeup after a series of private lessons with London makeup artist Arabella Preston, wedding planner Mark Niemierko tells PEOPLE.

“I heard that Arabella Preston was called in by a mutual friend of hers and Kate’s,” he says.

“She’s had about three or four lessons with Kate at her private flat in Chelsea and has also gone, very privately to Clarence House. Arabella was suppose to be coming on the day as well but now she isn’t, because Kate’s comfortable and confident in doing it herself.”

And, this isn’t the first time Kate has done her own makeup for a royal event. She was reportedly unhappy with the professional job done for her engagement photos and wiped it off before redoing it herself.

“The practice will also come in handy for the future,” Says Niemierko to PEOPLE.

“The royals obviously do their own makeup for royal engagements. Part of the whole protocol of learning to be royal is learning how to do your own makeup!”

Royal officials have confirmed to Reuters that Prince William will wear the red uniform of Colonel of the Irish Guards Friday when he marries Kate Middleton.

Rear view of the Irish Guards uniform

“The mounted officer’s uniform features a scarlet jacket, a gold and crimson sash, gold sword slings (without an actual sword inside) and a forage cap. He will also wear the Garter Sash with the Wings of the Royal Air Force, the Garter Star and the Golden Jubilee Medal,” says PEOPLE.

Best man, Prince Harry, will wear an officer’s uniform of the Blues and Royals regiment of the Household Cavalry, reports Reuters.

And Prince Charles, who holds the rank of admiral, will wear a naval uniform, says Reuters.

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Prince William and Prince Harry made a surprise, casual appearance Thursday evening outside Clarence House.

They talked to the crowd camped outside and Harry joked that he might sleep there with them tonight!

Prince William noted the atmosphere is fantastic, which is why he and Harry decided to wander outside the house.

“I hope I’m not too nervous tomorrow,” said William to PEOPLE when asked how he was feeling.

As for his parting words? “Make sure you wave at Charles and Camilla,” he said to the crowd.

Meanwhile, Kate is staying with her sister Pippa over at the Goring Hotel.

A source said to PEOPLE:  “She looked gorgeous, but she definitely looked a bit nervous,” says a source. “She seemed to have the wedding jitters but she seemed so excited. Of course she would be.”