The service was conducted by the Archbishop of Canterbury, the Most Reverend Justin Welby and attended by close family and friends including Prince Charles, the Duchess of Cornwall, Meghan's mother Doria Ragland, Diana's sisters Lady Jane Fellowes and Lady Sarah McCorquodale, and the chosen godparents and their spouses.
Afterwards, two photographs taken by Chris Allerton in the Green Drawing Room and the Rose Garden were shared with the message: "The Duke and Duchess are so happy to share the joy of this day with members of the public who have been incredibly supportive since the birth of their son. They thank you for your kindness in welcoming their first born and celebrating this special moment. Their Royal Highnesses feel fortunate to have enjoyed this day with family and the godparents of Archie."
A closer look at adorable Archie.
Queen Victoria commissioned the small private chapel at Windsor Castle when she ascended to the throne.
During the terrible fire at Windsor Castle in 1992, the chapel was gutted. Hello! reports:
A detailed painting of the interior of the chapel by Alexander Cresswell following the restoration.
Buckingham Palace shared details of the traditional christening ahead of the event this morning. The baptism took place in the Lily Font with water from the River Jordan.
The silver baptismal font which was commissioned by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert in 1840 after the birth of their first child, Victoria, Princess Royal. It was first used at the Princess Royal’s christening in 1841 and has been a feature of Royal christenings since then.
Archie wore a handmade replica of the royal christening robe, made by Angela Kelly, dressmaker to the Queen. The original Honiton lace and satin robe was last used in 2004, with Lady Louise Windsor being the last royal baby to wear the piece. After years of wear it had become too fragile to use, so in 2008 Her Majesty commissioned a replica. It features the same length skirt, elaborate collars and bow as its predecessor. The first baby to wear it was was James, Viscount Severn, son of the Earl and Countess of Wessex. As you can see it's pristine, with striking attention to detail.
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Prince Louis wore the robe for his St James's Palace christening one year ago.
An overview of Archie's cousins George, Charlotte and Louis wearing the gown.
Queen Victoria commissioned the small private chapel at Windsor Castle when she ascended to the throne.
During the terrible fire at Windsor Castle in 1992, the chapel was gutted. Hello! reports:
'The fire, which broke out on the Queen and Philip's 45th wedding anniversary on November 20 1992, started in the original 19th century private chapel when a workman's spotlight accidentally set a curtain alight. More than 200 firefighters tackled the flames, while staff rushed to remove precious works of art from the path of the fire - forming a human chain which included the Duke of York, who was in the castle at the time.
The original gothic chapel, which was added by Queen Victoria, was irreparablydamaged in the incident. It was later redesigned and relocated from the end of St George's Hall to the more practical position within the area of the old Holbein Room. The new chapel has room for just 30 people, with short rows of red-backed chairs, and is rectangular in shape, rather than the irregular shape of the original.'
A detailed painting of the interior of the chapel by Alexander Cresswell following the restoration.
Buckingham Palace shared details of the traditional christening ahead of the event this morning. The baptism took place in the Lily Font with water from the River Jordan.
The silver baptismal font which was commissioned by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert in 1840 after the birth of their first child, Victoria, Princess Royal. It was first used at the Princess Royal’s christening in 1841 and has been a feature of Royal christenings since then.
Archie wore a handmade replica of the royal christening robe, made by Angela Kelly, dressmaker to the Queen. The original Honiton lace and satin robe was last used in 2004, with Lady Louise Windsor being the last royal baby to wear the piece. After years of wear it had become too fragile to use, so in 2008 Her Majesty commissioned a replica. It features the same length skirt, elaborate collars and bow as its predecessor. The first baby to wear it was was James, Viscount Severn, son of the Earl and Countess of Wessex. As you can see it's pristine, with striking attention to detail.
More from the Royal Collection Trust:
'This is an exact replica of the original royal christening gown, commissioned by Queen Victoria and first used at the christening of her eldest daughter, Princess Victoria, in 1841. The original, made by Janet Sutherland, was made of Spitalfields silk and Honiton lace. It was worn by 62 royal babies including Princess Elizabeth at her christening held here at Buckingham Palace on 26 May 1926.'
Prince Louis wore the robe for his St James's Palace christening one year ago.
An overview of Archie's cousins George, Charlotte and Louis wearing the gown.
The Duchess was pretty in her pink Stella McCartney pleated dress with bow detail.
It's been suggested the dress is the same piece she wore in 2011 for Prince Philip's birthday dinner, however, I think the fabric is different and the hue lighter. (Click here to see images). My guess is the Stella McCartney dress Kate wore today is the same one she chose for the Queen's pre-Christmas luncheon in December.
The Duchess teamed the dress with her Gianvito Rossi pumps.
The talented UFO No More team received confirmation the Duchess wore a custom-made headband by Juliette Botterill. Kate's piece is based on the Pleated Pillbox hat in red.
And in a touching gesture, Kate wore Diana's Collingwood pearl earrings, the same pair the late princess wore for Harry's Windsor christening in 1984.
I thought the red and pink a vibrant and stylish pop of colour for the summer occasion. I know not everyone is a fan of the headbands, but the styling with this look worked particularly well for me, especially with Kate's hair down. All the ladies looked terrific and coordinated in whites/creams and pinks. It was a lovely christening.
For more on the christening, click here to view the full post over on Mad About Meghan.
