The Wedding Economy

The official photos from Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's royal wedding are out, and they're spectacular

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Here's how much the royal wedding is expected to cost
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Here's how much the royal wedding is expected to cost

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's royal wedding on Saturday drew the attention of millions in the United Kingdom and around the world. And now the new Duke and Duchess of Sussex have released three official photographs from their wedding day.

A statement from Kensington Palace reports that "the images were taken by photographer Alexi Lubomirski at Windsor Castle, following the carriage procession."

The Duke and Duchess are pictured in The Green Drawing Room, Windsor Castle. Photo from Kensington Palace.

The Duke and Duchess are pictured in Green Drawing Room, Windsor Castle. Photo from Kensington Palace.

The Duke and Duchess are pictured together on the East Terrace, Windsor Castle. Photo from Kensington Palace.

The wedding reportedly cost about $43 million, of which 94 percent was for security.

A Kensington Palace spokesperson said, "The Duke and Duchess of Sussex would like to thank everyone who took part in the celebrations of their wedding on Saturday. They feel so lucky to have been able to share their day with all those gathered in Windsor and also all those who watched the wedding on television across the UK, Commonwealth,and around the world.

"Their Royal Highnesses are delighted with these official portraits taken by Alexi Lubomirski and are happy to be able to share them today. They would also like to say thank you for all of the generous messages of support they have received."

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