See 17 Gorgeous Photos from Pippa Middleton's Wedding Day 9 Years Ago

Diana Pearl, Emily KrauserWed, May 20, 2026 at 10:17 AM UTC

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James Matthews and Pippa Middleton leave St. Mark's Church in Englefield, England, after getting married on May 20, 2017
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Pippa Middleton and James Matthews tied the knot at St. Mark's Church in Englefield, England, on May 20, 2017

Pippa's nephew, Prince George, and niece, Princess Charlotte, served in the bridal party

Kate Middleton was a big help on her sister's wedding day, helping to wrangle the kids and smooth Pippa's dress before the bride walked down the aisle

When Pippa Middleton and James Matthewstied the knot on May 20, 2017, all eyes were on the bride — and two adorable royal members of her wedding party.

Kate Middleton's sister and the financier got engaged in England's Lake District in July 2016 and wed in a private ceremony at St. Mark's Church in Englefield, England.

Pippa was a stunning bride in a custom silk cotton lace gown by Giles Deacon, which featured a cap sleeve, high neckline and corseted bodice with draping to the front and a heart-shaped detail at the back, and Manolo Blahnik ivory satin pumps with pearl detailing. She wore her dark brunette locks in a classic updo, topped with a bespoke fine-tulle, cathedral-length veil embroidered with pearls, designed by milliner Stephen Jones.

In attendance were Kate and her husband, Prince William, as well as their two older children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte, who served as page boy and bridesmaid, respectively. (Prince Louis didn't join the family until April 2018.) Prince Harry also attended the ceremony, among other friends and family.

"This is the wedding Pippa and James dreamed of," a close source told PEOPLE at the time. "They said all along they wanted it to be a private family wedding at home in the beautiful countryside with their closest friends and family."

The happy couple has since welcomed three children, son Arthur and daughters Grace and Rose.

As Pippa and James celebrate their ninth wedding anniversary, take a look back at the gorgeous pictures from their big day.

01 of 17

Meeting the Groom's Brother

Prince Harry (left) and Prince William (center) greet brother-of-the-groom Spencer Matthews outside the church ahead of Pippa Middleton and James Matthews' wedding at St. Mark's Church in Englefield, England, on May 20, 2017
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Spencer Matthews, the brother of the groom and James' best man, met William and Harry. The former reality TV star and ushers, who wore suits with dusty pink ties, greeted guests at the church's entrance.

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On Her Way

Pippa Middleton rides in the passenger seat of a car as she arrives at her wedding to James Matthews at St. Mark's Church in Englefield, England, on May 20, 2017
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Pippa sat in the passenger seat of her wedding day wheels before heading into the church.

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Wedding Party People

From left: James Matthews and Pippa Middleton smile as they are joined by Kate Middleton after the wedding at St. Mark's Church in Englefield, England, on May 20, 2017
Credit: Kirsty Wigglesworth/AP

The happy couple was photographed with Kate and their wedding party.

04 of 17

Kate Wrangles the Kids

Kate Middleton gestures quiet to the young members of the wedding party as they enter St. Mark's Church in Englefield, England, on May 20, 2017
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Kate — who played double duty as the sister of the bride and the parent to two wedding party members, George and Charlotte — reminded the young members of the wedding party to stay quiet as they entered the church. (Having young bridesmaids is very common in British aristocratic weddings.)

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Sibling Bond

Prince George helps Princess Charlotte during Pippa Middleton and James Matthews wedding at St. Mark's Church in Englefield, England, on May 20, 2017
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George sweetly helped his little sister Charlotte with her flowers.

06 of 17

Proud Mom

Kate Middleton stands with daughter Princess Charlotte (far left) as they arrive for Pippa Middleton and James Matthews wedding at St. Mark's Church in Englefield, England, on May 20, 2017
Credit: Kirsty Wigglesworth/AP

Kate couldn't hide her huge grin while holding Charlotte before the ceremony.

07 of 17

Walk This Way

Spencer Matthews (center) attends Pippa Middleton and James Matthews wedding at St. Mark's Church in Englefield, England, on May 20, 2017
Credit: Justin Tallis/WPA Pool

James' brother Spencer strutted down the church's entryway.

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08 of 17

Father of the Bride

Pippa Middleton is escorted by her father, Michael Middleton as she arrives at St. Mark's Church in Englefield, England, for her wedding to James Matthews on May 20, 2017
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Pippa smiled for the cameras as she got ready to walk into the church by her father, Michael Middleton's, side.

09 of 17

Lending a Sisterly Hand

Kate Middleton (right) helps sister Pippa Middleton with her train as Pippa enters St. Mark's Church in Englefield, England, on May 20, 2017
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After getting the children settled, Kate greeted her dad and sister, then smoothed the bride's train before Pippa walked down the aisle.

10 of 17

Perfect Page Boys

Prince George (front, center) walks with the other page boys during Pippa Middleton and James Matthews wedding at St. Mark's Church in Englefield, England, on May 20, 2017
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Prince George led the pack of page boys. His and Charlotte's fellow bridal party members were Countess Philippa Hoyos, Lily French, Avia Horner, Casmir Tatos, Edward Sebire and William Ward.

11 of 17

Time to Celebrate

Kate Middleton (far right) stands with son Prince George as she speaks to James Matthews and Pippa Middleton after their wedding at St. Mark's Church in Englefield, England, on May 20, 2017
Credit: Kirsty Wigglesworth/AP

Pippa and Kate shared a smile while standing with the wedding party.

12 of 17

Royal Revelers

Kate Middleton stands with her daughter, Princess Charlotte, and son Prince George after Pippa Middleton and James Matthews wedding ceremony at St. Mark's Church in Englefield, England, on May 20, 2017
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Kate kept daughter Charlotte and son George close by.

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Sealed with a Kiss

James Matthews and Pippa Middleton share a kiss after their wedding at St. Mark's Church in Englefield, England, on May 20, 2017
Credit: Kirsty Wigglesworth/AP

A kiss for the newlyweds!

14 of 17

Mother-Daughter Moment

Kate Middleton and Princess Charlotte leave the wedding of Pippa Middleton and James Matthews at St. Mark's Church in Englefield, England, on May 20, 2017
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Kate and Charlotte shared a sweet moment as they stood outside the church.

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Happy Newlyweds

James Matthews and Pippa Middleton smile after their wedding at St. Mark's Church in Englefield, England, on May 20, 2017
Credit: Kirsty Wigglesworth/AP

After their wedding, the newlyweds smiled as they walked hand-in-hand outside the church.

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Curious George

Prince George peeks out a car window after leaving the wedding of Pippa Middleton and James Matthews at St. Mark's Church in Englefield, England, on May 20, 2017
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As guests started leaving the wedding, George peeked out the car window.

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New Beginnings

Pippa Middleton and James Matthews wave to onlookers as they leave their wedding at Englefield Estate in England on May 20, 2017
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The happy couple drove off in a vintage car after their post-church reception at Englefield House.

Guests leaving the party after the wedding told reporters that the ceremony was lovely, with one sharing, "It was amazing. They were so cute."

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