Crown Prince Willem-Alexander & Maxima Zorreguieta: 2-2-2002

[Elsa M.]

I'm not sure, but looking at these photos, her veil seems to be one of those that were conceived to cover the face of the bride. For example, it looks more like the one of Infanta Elena, rather than the one of Infanta Cristina... Do you know anything about it?

[Marengo]

The veil was especially created for this dress, by valentino, no historical provenance whatsoever, so I assume the idea was to put it on the head as it was done.

[Elsa M.]

Oh, I didn't know that. Thanks for clarifying it to me, Marengo!

[The Watcher]

Download a little part of the wedding (most beautiful part imo, Adios Nonino):
http://s42.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=3...E0CHS7BZVNCXA4
50 mb, NOS

[tdarlene]

It was the most beautifil wedding I've ever seen, Maxima was so beatuful, I never cried before in a wedding but this one I could not help it, it was so sad to think sehe was marring and could not be with her parents, not only her but everyone who marries without the presence of any of the parents

[Marengo]

It had the same effect on me, and half the country I believe (many people told that they got emotional during the wedding, esp. during the tango). For Maxima it was a sad thing that her parents weren't there but it couldn't be solved any other way.

[Alexandria]

Thank you for the video, The Watcher. It's a very beautiful (musical) piece and very emotional to see Maxima so moved by the music.

I have never seen a video of the wedding before, so this was a real treat! :) I do have one question though: In the video it seemed as if the tiara and veil were very heavy. Maxima's head seemed to be tilted in an odd manner or when she bent down to wipe away her tears, the movement did not seem easy, rather heavy. I'm sure that the veil being as long as it was added some weight, but was I just seeing things that the tiara and veil seemed to weight Maxima down a bit?

[Aussie Princess]

Yes, thank you so much Watcher. I'd never seen video footage of this wedding either, just photos, which are lovely, but you really feel what it was like more when you see a video. It was so sad Maximas father couldn't be there with them, and I am glad she didn't force herself not to cry. I think she is a truly wonderful person.

[Marengo]

Originally Posted by Alexandria

Thank you for the video, The Watcher. It's a very beautiful (musical) piece and very emotional to see Maxima so moved by the music.

I have never seen a video of the wedding before, so this was a real treat! :) I do have one question though: In the video it seemed as if the tiara and veil were very heavy. Maxima's head seemed to be tilted in an odd manner or when she bent down to wipe away her tears, the movement did not seem easy, rather heavy. I'm sure that the veil being as long as it was added some weight, but was I just seeing things that the tiara and veil seemed to weight Maxima down a bit?

I didn't get that impression, she walked quite easily with the veil (Mathilde of Belgium had difficulties with it though), it seems to me as if she forces herself to keep her head up proudly.

[The Watcher]

On request, the video again: http://s64.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=2...G2YFBB5WR5QYXD

[crisiñaki]

Originally Posted by The Watcher

On request, the video again: http://s64.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=2...G2YFBB5WR5QYXD

THANKS A LOT!!!
:flower: :flower: :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :)

[Zonk]

I must be doing something wrong. When I try to watch the video it says that it is stopped but it wont let me rewind it.

[Maxie]

Over here it works!
Thanks, The Watcher. I saved it so I can watch it whenever I want!

[mstaier]

Does anyone have photos of Marilene & Annette at W-A & Maxima's wedding? I don't think i've ever seen any.

[HRH Elizabeth]

The Watcher, I'm so sorry to ask again, but would you mind posting it one more time. I just missed the expiration date and would love to see it. Thank you.

[Elsa M.]

A few more by Polfoto:

[Maxie]

Thank you for those, Elsa! You've been quite busy today!
It's much appreciated, of course! :)

[Emily]

Where can I find photos of the other royals that attended -- Philippe and Mathilde, etc.?

[Elsa M.]

Originally Posted by Emily

Where can I find photos of the other royals that attended?

Please, take a look at the first pages of this thread.

Here are some more guests, by Polfoto and Cover:
1. Prince Maurits and Marilene;
2-3. Juan Zorreguieta ( Maxima's brother) and her godmother, aunt Marcela Cerruti;
4. Prince Constantijn and Laurentien;
5. Queen Beatrix and her single son;
6. other European Crown Princes (Felipe of Spain, Frederick of Denmark, Pavlos of Greece, etc.).

[Emily]

Elsa, I am trying to find Philippe/Mathilde, Pavlos/MC....any photos of those couples? And, also, thank you so much for all these additional photos above. This was one of my favorite royal weddings and I am really enjoying all these pictures.