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Cambridge-Abel Smith Balcombe wedding, 1931 - bridesmaids
The twelve bridesmaids in attendance at the wedding of Lady May Cambridge and Captain Henry Abel Smith at Balcombe church, 1931. The celebration of such an exalted wedding in a village church was quite unusual, with three of the bridesmaids being royal-Princess Elizabeth(later Queen Elizabeth II of England), Princess Ingrid of Sweden and Princess Sybilla of Saxe Coburg Gotha. The little bridesmaids, including Princess Elizabeth, wore fur coats with nigella blue dresses with tiny tight fitting bodices beneath, with caps of latticed blue velvet, and silver shoes. Date: 24th October 1931
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A Timeless Moment: The Enchanting Bridesmaids of Lady May Cambridge and Captain Henry Abel Smith's 1931 Wedding at Balcombe Church This photograph showcases the twelve radiant bridesmaids who graced the exalted wedding of Lady May Cambridge and Captain Henry Abel Smith at Balcombe Church on the 24th of October, 1931. The unusual setting of a royal wedding in a quaint village church was further accentuated by the presence of three regal bridesmaids: Princess Elizabeth, who would later become Queen Elizabeth II of England; Princess Ingrid of Sweden; and Princess Sybilla of Saxe Coburg Gotha. The bridesmaids, including the young Princess Elizabeth, donned fur coats over their nigella blue dresses, featuring tiny, form-fitting bodices and latticed blue velvet caps adorned with silver shoes. The little bridesmaids carried bouquets of autumnal blooms, adding a touch of elegance and whimsy to the scene. The fashion of the 1930s came alive in this photograph, with the bridesmaids' costumes reflecting the opulence and sophistication of the era. The wedding of Lady May Cambridge and Captain Henry Abel Smith was a memorable event, not only for its royal attendees but also for the timeless beauty and charm captured in this photograph.
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