By Lucy Caulkett-
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have released romantic official engagement photographs that feature them in the grounds of Frogmore House, Windsor.
The Prince and his fiance posed for the shots shot on the steps outside, wearing a smart navy suit and glamorous gown respectively, and holding hands. Prince Harry wraps Ms. Markle in his winter coat to embrace in the cold weather, as she touches his cheek affectionately.
One of the beautiful pics shows Merkel with her engagement ring, made from a diamond from Botswana and two from the collection of Diana, Princess of Wales, the former actress closes her eyes and smiles in a cozy cream jumper. She romantically places one hand on Harry’s cheeks whilst her other hand is out of sight. The comfort of her posture with a beautiful smile conveys a woman very much in love and looking forward to marriage with Britain’s future king. The pair is reported to have made Windsor a special place throughout their 18months relationship.
Following the release of the two pictures on Thursday morning, the couple issued a third via Instagram in the afternoon with a message expressing it “as a thank you for all of the warm and generous messages they The photographs come after the official announcement of their engagement. This is the couple’s first appearance together in front of the cameras in the Sunken Garden at Kensington Palace.
Ms. Markle wore a beautiful dress by Ralph and Russo. In the second black and white shot, Prince Harry wears a coat by Burberry, and Ms. Markle a sweater by Victoria Beckham. Within moments of their release, the beautiful pictures have been circulated around the world.
The photographs were taken this week by Polish photographer Alexi Lubomirski, known for his work in fashion and celebrity. He is also formally known as His Serene Highness Prince Alexi Lubomirski after inheriting a title from his father.
Lubomirski said in a press statement: “It was an incredible honor to be asked to document this wonderful event, but also a great privilege to be invited to share and be a witness to this young couple’s love for one another.
“I cannot help but smile when I look at the photos that we took of them, such as their happiness together.”
He added: “A huge thank you to His Royal Highness Prince Harry and Ms Markle, for allowing me to take their official engagement portraits.” A former assistant of Mario Testino, Lubormirkski has conducted shoots for Beyoncé, Charlize Theron, Gwyneth Paltrow, Natalie Portman, Jennifer Lopez, Salma Hayek, Katy Perry, Sarah Jessica Parker, Jennifer Aniston, Julia Roberts, Nicole Kidman and Scarlett Johansson.Harper’s Bazaar,.
He has published two books of his photographs and one etiquette guide entitled “Princely Advice for a Happy Life”.
Lubormirksi also has a brilliant motto for a successful and happy love life. He says:
“Love needs to be encouraged, fed, and celebrated. Do it every day
Harry has previously engaged to a list of high fly women including Mollie King, Cressida Bonas, Ellie Goulding, Florence Brudunell -Bruce, and Law graduate and South African businesswoman, Chelsea Davy. 32-year-old Davy lasted the longest of the lot, catching Harry’s attention for a good six years in a volatile relationship that eventually saw them go their separate ways.