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Emma Shacklock

Kate Middleton broke royal tradition on wedding day after she ‘had her heart set’ on key detail

Catherine, Princess of Wales smiles as she journeys by carriage procession to Buckingham Palace following her marriage to Prince William.

Kate and Prince William tied the knot in April 2010 and the day was filled with special royal customs, from the sprig of myrtle in her bouquet, to her Welsh gold wedding ring. However, when it came to her bridal look the Princess of Wales is said to have pushed back against a long-standing royal tradition.

She wore the late Queen Elizabeth’s glimmering Cartier Halo Tiara in her glossy brunette hair, but she swerved wearing her hair up. Instead, the Princess went for a half-up, half-down style with soft waves.

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