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Guests arrive for Prince Harry, Meghan Markle’s wedding

KATE Middleton has nailed her royal wedding look at her first public outing since Prince Louis was born. Check out the star-studded guest list here.

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THE Duchess of Cambridge has nailed her royal wedding look at her first public outing since the birth of Prince Louis last month.

Kate Middleton arrived late to the church, just ahead of the bride, as she was helping manage the bridal party of ten children, including Prince George and a scene-stealing Princess Charlotte outside.

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She wore a primrose yellow wool silk tailored coat by Alexander McQueen - the same designer she wore for her own wedding in 2011. It was matched with a Philip Treacy hat and shoes by Jimmy Choo.

However style spotters were quick to point out she had worn that outfit before. It was first worn for the christening of Princess Charlotte back in July 2015, and at the Queen’s birthday celebrations in June 2016. She also wore the coat to the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Passchendaele in Belgium in July last year.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge wore an Alexander McQueen coat. Picture: AFP/ Andrew Matthews
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge wore an Alexander McQueen coat. Picture: AFP/ Andrew Matthews
Princess Charlotte and the Duchess of Cambridge. Picture: AFP PHOTO / POOL / Jane Barlow
Princess Charlotte and the Duchess of Cambridge. Picture: AFP PHOTO / POOL / Jane Barlow
The Duchess of Cambridge in a yellow dress by Alexander McQueen. Picture: AFP PHOTO / POOL / Jonathan Brady
The Duchess of Cambridge in a yellow dress by Alexander McQueen. Picture: AFP PHOTO / POOL / Jonathan Brady
In the same coat at the Queen's 90th birthday in 2016. Picture: AFP PHOTO / JUSTIN TALLIS
In the same coat at the Queen's 90th birthday in 2016. Picture: AFP PHOTO / JUSTIN TALLIS
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge at Princess Charlotte’s christening in 2015. Picture: Chris Jackson - WPA Pool/Getty Images.
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge at Princess Charlotte’s christening in 2015. Picture: Chris Jackson - WPA Pool/Getty Images.
The royal family watch from the front row. Picture: AFP PHOTO / POOL / Jonathan Brady
The royal family watch from the front row. Picture: AFP PHOTO / POOL / Jonathan Brady
Meghan Markle on her wedding day. Picture: WPA Pool/Getty Images.
Meghan Markle on her wedding day. Picture: WPA Pool/Getty Images.

The Duchess stepped into the church just minutes ahead of the bride herself, in a stunning modern Givenchy dress.

The Queen and Prince Philip were also last to arrive before the bride, in keeping with royal protocol that dictates those most senior arrive last.

The Queen wore a flared dress in lime, lemon, purple and grey printed silk by favoured designer Stuart Parvin and entered the church to a fanfare. The Duke wore a morning suit and it’s the first time he’s been spotted in public since a recent hip operation.

Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall wore an ice pink silk marocain asymmetrical coat dress from Anna Valentine. Meghan’s mum, Doria Ragland, wore a custom dress and day coat designed by creative directors of Oscar de la Renta, Fernando Garcia and Laura Kim.

Doria Ragland. Picture: Gareth Fuller/pool photo via AP.
Doria Ragland. Picture: Gareth Fuller/pool photo via AP.
Britain's Queen Elizabeth II. Picture: AFP PHOTO / POOL / Gareth Fuller
Britain's Queen Elizabeth II. Picture: AFP PHOTO / POOL / Gareth Fuller

CELEBRITY STUDDED WEDDING

Guests included an eclectic mix of British aristocracy, Hollywood celebrities, sports stars and members of nominated charities who were outside the chapel.

Oprah Winfrey was spotted walking in along with Idris Elba, James Blunt and Princess Diana’s brother Earl Spencer.

Prince Harry’s ex-girlfriends Cressida Bonas and Chelsy Davy both made an appearance, alongside senior members of the royal family including Princess Anne, Zara Phillips and Princess Beatrice and Eugenie.

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George and Amal Clooney and David and Victoria Beckham arrived within minutes of each other. Amal Clooney wore a canary yellow dress and hat, while Victoria Beckham wore navy blue and David Beckham stopped to take a selfie at the entrance to the event with Amelia Thompson, a survivor of the Manchester Arena bombing.

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Amal and George Clooney arrive for the wedding. Picture: AFP/ POOL / Ian West
Amal and George Clooney arrive for the wedding. Picture: AFP/ POOL / Ian West
Lady Kitty Spencer. Picture: Gareth Fuller/pool photo via AP.
Lady Kitty Spencer. Picture: Gareth Fuller/pool photo via AP.
Pippa Middleton & James Matthews. Picture: Chris Jackson/Getty Images.
Pippa Middleton & James Matthews. Picture: Chris Jackson/Getty Images.
Former England footballer David Beckham. Picture: AFP PHOTO / POOL / Gareth Fuller.
Former England footballer David Beckham. Picture: AFP PHOTO / POOL / Gareth Fuller.
Prince Harry’s ex girlfriend Cressida Bonas arrives at the wedding. Picture: Chris Jackson/Getty Images.
Prince Harry’s ex girlfriend Cressida Bonas arrives at the wedding. Picture: Chris Jackson/Getty Images.

Elton John, former Miss World Priyanka Chopra, TV host James Corden, actor Tom Hardy, the Duchess of York, Sarah Ferguson and Meghan Markle’s co-stars from Suits also attended, as did former British Prime Minister John Major.

Earlier, Serena Williams shared pictures of herself getting ready, ending speculation over whether she had been invited to the event. She wore an elegant pink outfit with matching fascinator and posed alongside her husband Alexis Ohanian.

Kate Middleton’s family arrived together, with Pippa Middleton wearing a mint green long-sleeved dress over her baby bump. Former England rugby player Jonny Wilkinson also arrived with his pregnant partner.

Abigail Spencer, Janina Gavankar, Patrick J. Adams, Rick Hoffman, Sarah Rafferty and Gina Torres of Suits also attended.

US actress Gina Torres. Picture:  AFP PHOTO / POOL / Ian West
US actress Gina Torres. Picture: AFP PHOTO / POOL / Ian West
Abigail Spencer and Priyanka Chopra arrive at the wedding of Prince Harry to Ms Meghan Markle. Picture: Chris Jackson/Getty Images.
Abigail Spencer and Priyanka Chopra arrive at the wedding of Prince Harry to Ms Meghan Markle. Picture: Chris Jackson/Getty Images.
Britain's Sarah, Duchess of York. Picture: AFP PHOTO / POOL / Gareth Fuller
Britain's Sarah, Duchess of York. Picture: AFP PHOTO / POOL / Gareth Fuller
Chelsy Davy, Oprah Winfrey and Pippa Middleton. Picture: Ian West/PA Wire
Chelsy Davy, Oprah Winfrey and Pippa Middleton. Picture: Ian West/PA Wire
Kate Middleton’s mother Carole Middleton. Picture: Gareth Fuller/pool photo via AP.
Kate Middleton’s mother Carole Middleton. Picture: Gareth Fuller/pool photo via AP.
Serena Williams and Alexis Ohanian. Picture: AFP PHOTO / POOL / Odd ANDERSEN
Serena Williams and Alexis Ohanian. Picture: AFP PHOTO / POOL / Odd ANDERSEN
British actor Idris Elba arrives with his fiancee Sabrina Dhowre. Picture: AFP PHOTO / POOL / Odd ANDERSEN.
British actor Idris Elba arrives with his fiancee Sabrina Dhowre. Picture: AFP PHOTO / POOL / Odd ANDERSEN.

Prince Harry’s best friends, including Tom Inskip were also there. Former England rugby coach Sir Clive Woodward also attended, along with Princess Diana’s siblings.

Meghan Markle’s father, half sister and brother were not there after a dramatic week in which Thomas Markle was forced to pull out following heart surgery.

Prince Harry’s best friend Tom Inskip arrives. Picture: Ian West — WPA Pool/Getty Images.
Prince Harry’s best friend Tom Inskip arrives. Picture: Ian West — WPA Pool/Getty Images.
James Blunt and Sofia Wellesley. Picture: AFP PHOTO / POOL / Chris Radburn
James Blunt and Sofia Wellesley. Picture: AFP PHOTO / POOL / Chris Radburn
Prince Harry with Chelsy Davy in 2009. Picture: AFP PHOTO / Chris Ratcliffe
Prince Harry with Chelsy Davy in 2009. Picture: AFP PHOTO / Chris Ratcliffe
Cressida Bonas and Prince Harry in 2014. He is said to be on good terms with both of his exes. Picture: Karwai Tang/WireImage.
Cressida Bonas and Prince Harry in 2014. He is said to be on good terms with both of his exes. Picture: Karwai Tang/WireImage.

Actress Carey Mulligan was spotted arriving with her husband, singer Marcus Mumford. Singer Joss Stone and Meghan’s glamorous friends Jessica Mulroney and fashion designer Misha Nonoo were also set to attend.

Outside the chapel, people from nominated charities gathered to watch the royal couple arrive.

Prince's Harry's friend, British singer Joss Stone arrives for the wedding. Picture: AFP PHOTO / POOL / CHRIS RADBURN
Prince's Harry's friend, British singer Joss Stone arrives for the wedding. Picture: AFP PHOTO / POOL / CHRIS RADBURN
Marcus Mumford and Carey Mulligan. Picture: Ian West - WPA Pool/Getty Images.
Marcus Mumford and Carey Mulligan. Picture: Ian West - WPA Pool/Getty Images.
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