Royal Wedding Secrets: From Perfume Fails to Hidden Charms

The wedding of Diana and Charles was marked by several memorable, and some surprising, moments not always visible to the public. On her wedding day, Princess Diana famously spilled Quelques Fleurs perfume on her gown, a mishap her makeup artist advised her to use to her advantage while walking down the aisle.

To prevent a floral disaster, a tradition was established following Queen Elizabeth's wedding: two identical bouquets were created for the ceremony. Florist David Longman recounted the logistical effort involved in delivering the first bouquet and then returning with the second.

During the vows, Diana experienced significant nerves, momentarily calling her groom 'Philip Charles' instead of 'Charles Philip.' She also consciously chose to omit the word 'obey' from her promise to her husband, a stance later adopted by Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle.

Adding to the dress's details, an 18-carat gold horseshoe charm, encrusted with diamonds, was hidden within Diana's gown for good luck. The dress itself, with its dramatic puffy sleeves and 25-foot train, was a fulfillment of her princess fantasy.