They’re one of the most iconic couples to ever walk this Earth. Victoria and David Beckham, or Posh and Becks as they’re affectionately referred to, have been married for over two decades and have kept us entertained throughout. While they’ve definitely elevated their style game since then, we’ll never forget the truly memorable fashion choices they made on their big day. Let’s take a look back at their over-the-top wedding day…
Posh and Becks said ‘I do’ on July 4, 1999 in a truly 90s way. For their big day, they settled on the Luttrellstown Castle in the outskirts of Dublin in Clonsilla. Working with wedding planner Peregrine Armstrong-Jones, the couple chose a ‘Robin Hood’ theme with a dark, rich colour scheme. Instead of flowers, Victoria opted for berries, twigs and brambles to carry in her bouquet.
The event was dubbed the ‘celebrity wedding of the year’ and even required police presence to keep crowds away from the festivities.
Victoria wore a strapless silk Vera Wang gown with corset detail and a 20-foot train. To top of the look, Posh donned an 18-carat gold tiara, while David went bold in an all-white suit and cravat. Their four-month-old first child Brooklyn matched his parents in a white suit of his own.
Surprisingly, the wedding ceremony itself was quite small. The pair only had 29 people witness their vow exchange. After the couple said their ‘I do’s”, a flag reading ‘ V. B. D.’ (for Victoria, Brooklyn and David, naturally) was raised above the castle and a dove was released.
Their reception was a greater affair, boasting 230 guests including Victoria’s fellow Spice Girls Geri Halliwell, Emma Bunton, Melanie Brown and Melanie Chisholm, as well as Manchester United teammate Gary Neville who acted as David’s best man. During the reception, Posh and Becks, who changed into matching purple outfits, sat atop golden thrones and shared their first dance to “It Had To Be You.” They also cut into their untraditional wedding cake decorated with apples and greenery with a sword.
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Feature image: Instagram / David Beckham
