Pippa Middleton smooches new hubby James Matthews before driving off to spectacular wedding reception that saw Meghan Markle arrive just in time for Spitfire flypast
PICTURE perfect Pippa Middleton shared a tender kiss with her new husband James Matthews as they left their star-studded wedding on Saturday.
Kate’s sister looked a vision of beauty as she waved to the crowds alongside her millionaire hedge fund manager hubby before heading off to the lavish reception.
The couple wed in front of royal guests including the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry who were there to celebrate their special day.
Guests enjoyed a flyby from a World War Two Spitfire, which performed aerobatic manoeuvres as part of the lavish wedding celebrations - which cost an estimated £700,000.
The plane banked across the sky several times and also carried out a victory roll over the village of Bucklebury.
Prince Harry's girlfriend Meghan Markle arrived just in time for the incredible display.
She was seen mingling with guests at the reception in a demure long black dress, sunglasses and a white jacket.
Music could be heard belting out from the glass marquee from a live band on Saturday evening, including jazz renditions of Call on Me by Eric Prydz and The White Stripes banger Seven Nation Army.
Best man Spencer Matthews, the younger brother of groom James, could be heard earning rounds of applause speech which took place at the late hour of 11pm.
Earlier, the beautiful bride arrived in a open top vintage car ahead of her grand entrance to St Mark's Church with dad Michael Middleton.
Cheeky kids stole the show on a day that was Lottes of fun
By ARTHUR EDWARDS, Sun Royal Photographer
THIS was the day one of the world’s most famous bridesmaids finally became the bride.
Pippa looked radiant on a morning that threatened rain but stayed dry for the service.
Her sister Kate did a great job of being the loyal, attentive sibling and helped Pippa with her dress.
Even Harry and William blended into the background. They could have been any other wedding guests.
If anyone would show up the bride on her special day, it was going to be adorable Princess Charlotte and Prince George.
But all the children were calm and happy to get on with each other, and I hope the pictures really tell the story.
At one point little Charlotte stuck out her tongue in a cheeky pose.
But she might have found it a little bit daunting at times as she left the church.
Charlotte was supposed to throw petals from her little basket like the other flower girls but was happier staying with her mum. She has just had her second birthday so considering what a big day it was, she did really well. Speaking as a father myself, the most poignant moment came when Pippa arrived at the church in a lovely open top vintage Jaguar Mk V with her dad Michael.
She, of course, looked absolutely radiant in her dress and veil and there was a moment when they stepped out of the car and you could see the pure love and emotion.
I didn’t hear what he said to Pippa but it was as if he almost took a moment to stand back and look at her and she smiled.
I think that’s what the memories of your children’s weddings are all about. You work hard to do the best for your kids like the Middletons have done, and seeing them get married is a dream come true.
This was a special, special day. I wish Pippa and James all the happiness.
Pippa was escorted by her father, Michael, when they pulled up to in the quiet Berkshire village of Englefield, shortly after 11.15am.
She was wearing a bespoke Giles Deacon dress, which was crafted to create the impression of being seamless.
And in scenes mirroring Kate's wedding six years ago, Pippa was helped out by her sister who was on hand to smooth out her dramatic train before walking down the aisle.
Newly hitched Pippa Matthews left her wedding in a racing green 1961 Jaguar driven by husband James.
They were all smiles and both waved as the vintage car drove past waiting press on route to Bucklebury.
Scores of guests cheered the happy couple off.
All left Englefield House following a champagne reception by about 3.45pm.
Royalist Eileen Plested, 68, had travelled from County Kerry, Ireland, to watch Pippa's wedding unfold from the sidelines.
She told The Sun: "I think it's lovely to have it in Pippa's home county.
"It's very different from her sister Kate's wedding - but just as special.
"It's a happy occasion and a beautiful setting."
High-profile guests included TV personality Donna Air and tennis legend Roger Federer.
But royal fans were left disappointed as there was no Meghan Markle among the guests.
She did however make it to the wedding reception later, staged at the Middleton family home in nearby Bucklebury.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were earlier pictured beginning their journey from Kensington Palace.
Kate donned a lightly-coloured hat and silver-drop earrings with her hair in a shignon bun and wore a peach Alexander McQueen dress.
She was seen giggling with daughter Charlotte as they watched the stunning bride arrive at her lavish wedding.
Right from the off the Duchess took charge of the eight youngsters who looked to be getting up to no good.
One boy stuck out his tongue at photographers as he tried to find a cheeky way to get noticed next to the mini royals.
And after the wedding, Kate was forced to tell off her own son Prince George who was pictured bursting into tears.
Pippa stuns in floor-length wedding dress designed by Giles Deacon
THE 33-year-old bride stepped out of a vintage Rolls Royce in the striking floor-length dress that featured a demure high-neck, capped sleeves and a cut-out detailing at the back.
The sweeping train added a sense of drama to the star-studded occasion.
Pippa completed the beautifully elegant look with a flowing veil and a diamond-studded headband.
Fashion designer Giles Deacon commented: “I was thrilled to work with Pippa on her wedding dress.
“The dress is constructed with a cap sleeve, high neckline and features a corseted bodice with draping to the front and a heart-shaped detail at the back.
“The bespoke silk cotton lace was hand appliqued to create an illusion of the dress having ‘no seams’.
“The lace bodice is embroidered with pearl detailing over an organza and tulle underskirt, which has payer upon layer to enable a floor sweeping movement.
“It’s a privilege to show the craftsmanship that my team produces in London and a real testament to Pippa’s support of British fashion.”
Pippa wore a bespoke veil made by milliner Stephen Jones, of tulle with a degrade of embroidered pearls.
Around 150 locals cheered as they caught a glimpse of the bride in her bespoke Giles Deacon dress - after waiting in a holding pen outside the church all morning.
She wore it with a Stephen Jones veil, a Maidenhair Fern tiara, and Manolo Blahnik ivory satin shoes.
A statement released from Pippa's representatives after her spectacular entrance said: "Miss Middleton wore a bespoke veil, designed by milliner, Stephen Jones, made from fine tulle with a degrade of embroidered pearls.
"The Maidenhair Fern tiara with matching hairpiece was handmade by Robinson Pelham.
"The shoes were a Manolo Blahnik pump, in an ivory satin with bespoke pearl detailing."
Wedding dress designer Giles said: "I was thrilled to work with Pippa on her wedding dress.
"The dress is constructed with a cap sleeve, high neckline and features a corseted bodice with draping to the front and a heart-shaped detail at the back.
"The bespoke silk cotton lace was hand appliqued to create an illusion of the dress having 'no seams'.
"The lace bodice is embroidered with pearl detailing over an organza and tulle underskirt, which has layer upon layer to enable a floor-sweeping movement.
"It's a privilege to show the craftsmanship that my team produces in London and a real testament to Pippa's support of British fashion."
Details of the wedding service, reception and celebrations had been kept under wraps by organisers but it is thought to have cost £250,000.
An expensive glass marquee was hired for the event, as were vintage cars and modern prestige vehicles - and posh portable loos.
The wedding celebrated the groom's Scottish connections.
His outfit, entertainment and the food — with haggis on the menu along with Scottish lamb and whisky — while there will also be a piper and a Spitfire flypast.
Young royals George and Charlotte played starring roles as a page boy and bridesmaid.
James's brother Spencer Matthews, a reality TV star who was a regular in the show Made In Chelsea, was there as best man.
He shook hands with Prince Wills as they met outside church moments before the ceremony.
But Matthews's girlfriend, reality TV star Vogue Williams, did not attend due to a "prior engagement", her spokesman said, adding she "wishes Pippa and James all the best on their special day".
She was keeping herself busy by sharing a video of her working out in just a crop top and gym leggings.
But it's believed James and Pippa brought in a “no ring, no bring” policy for the big day – banning any unmarried couples to bring their other half.
Pippa’s brother James’ famous on-off girlfriend Donna Air was allowed to attend – but the groom’s reality TV star brother Spencer has allegedly been forbidden from bringing Brian McFadden’s ex Vogue Williams.
The wedding's "social media ban" was broken early on by Pippa's black sheep uncle Gary – who has caused controversy in the past with his wild antics.
It was widely speculated but not confirmed that Pippa had banned guests from posting photos to social media ahead of her wedding.
Security was tight with several senior royals attending, guarded as usual by Scotland Yard royalty protection officers.
A Metropolitan Police spokesman said: "We are not prepared to discuss matters of security."
No-fly zones, banning aircraft including drones, balloons, kites and parachutes, were imposed over Bucklebury and Englefield between 6am on Friday and 3pm on Sunday.
Rev Nick Wynne-Jones, who is the church's resident priest, officiated the wedding.
On Friday family and friends flocked to the church where security teams were sweeping the grounds.
The trial run for Pippa and her husband-to-be James Matthews's big day prompted a full-scale lockdown on the venue, less than 24 hours before the ceremony.
Among the guests to arrive early for the wedding included the groom's brother Spencer, with dad David also spotted arriving at the venue.
But the flurry of security activity didn't stop organisers from adding the final touches to the church to make it perfect for the 350 guests.
