Austria’s Archduke Alexander kisses new bride Countess Natacha Roumiantzoff-Pachkevitch after the couple tied the knot in a lavish ceremony in Belgium
Archduke Alexander of Austria has tied the knot with Countess Natacha Roumiantzoff-Pachkevitch in a lavish ceremony in Belgium.
The Archduke, the son of Archduke Carl-Christian of Austria and Princess Marie-Astrid of Luxembourg, and his bride celebrated their wedding on September 30 at the Eglise Saint Pierre de Belœil.
The bride, who is descended from Russian nobility, was the epitome of glamor in a white dress with long sleeves and a plunging neckline.
Her elegant gown also featured a soft A-line skirt and an ornately embellished waistband.
Bride Natacha combined her white dress with a long veil, which she wore with a tiara.
HAPPY COUPLE: Archduke Alexander of Austria and Countess Natacha Roumiantzeff-Pachkevitch kiss after their wedding ceremony at the Eglise Saint Pierre in Beloeil, Belgium
The Archduke appeared delighted as he held hands with his bride after they said their ‘I do’s’ in church
Both the bride and groom appeared to be beaming, with the Archduke even raising his new wife’s hand to kiss his new wife at one point after the ceremony
ARRIVAL: The bride, Countess Natacha Roumiantzoff-Pachkevitch arrives with her father, for the ceremony at Saint Pierre de Beloeil Church
Countess Natacha Roumiantzoff-Pachkevitch (photo) combined her white wedding dress with a veil and a small headpiece
MAN AND WOMAN: The couple appears both happy and triumphant as they leave the church hand in hand
Her hair ornaments were half-up, half-down, while her dark blonde locks fell in loose curls past her shoulders.
Wearing little makeup, she paired a fresh, dewy base with natural blush and lips, and very light eyeliner.
She opted for a subtle but elegant bouquet and carried a small white bouquet of flowers including lilies.
Her boyfriend was just as dapper, opting for traditional navy tails, which he wore over a cardigan.
He opted for a tie – in navy blue and maroon stripes – and completed the outfit with gray striped trousers.
Images show the happy couple beaming after the ceremony, with the groom even raising his new wife’s hand to his lips to kiss her at one point.
After the ceremony, they enjoyed a reception at the Chateau de Belœil, seat of the Princes of Ligne.
A number of prestigious guests attended the couple’s stunning Belgian wedding.
VOWS: The couple shares an intimate moment during their wedding ceremony in the Church of Saint Pierre of Beloeil
CELEBRATING: The couple held their arms up in celebration after their lavish wedding ceremony
The groom appeared to look lovingly in his bride’s direction as they left the church after speaking their minds
Prince Louis of Luxembourg accompanied by his cousin, Archduke Christoph of Habsburg-Lorraine (brother of the groom), and cousin, Prince Henri of Bourbon-Parma
Prince Felix of Luxembourg and Princess Marie-Gabrielle of Nassau attend the glamorous wedding
Archduke Imre of Habsburg-Lorraine (brother of the Groom) and Archduchess Kathleen of Habsburg-Lorraine attend the wedding party with their children
Prince Joachim of Belgium (photo) was one of the royal guests on the list during the wedding party in Belgium
Michel van Ligne and his wife, Princess Eleonora of Ligne, were also present at the high-profile event (photo)
Archduchess Priscilla of Habsburg-Lorraine and Gabrielle des Comtreras (pictured) smiled as they posed for photos
DRESSED TO IMPRESS: Prince Jean of Luxembourg and his wife, Countess Diane de Nassau, donned their finest as they attended the wedding
Prince Amaury of Bourbon-Parma and Princess Pelagie of Bourbon-Parma pose for photos as they attend the wedding
Archduke Christoph of Habsburg-Lorraine and Archduchess Adelaide of Habsburg-Lorraine (photo) were also on the guest list
Crown Grand Duke Guillaume of Luxembourg and Crown Grand Duchess Stephanie of Luxembourg were among those present
They included relatives and members of the royal family, including members of the Habsburg royal families.
Prince Guillaume and Princess Sibilla of Luxembourg were on the guest list, alongside Prince Joachim of Belgium, Prince Jean of Luxembourg and Countess Diane de Nassau.
The event was attended by Princess Alexandra of Luxembourg, Hereditary Grand Duke Guillaume and Hereditary Grand Duchess Stéphanie.
The event takes place a few days after the death of Archduke Alexander’s grandmother, Archduchess Yolande.
Her funeral took place a few days ago in the same church, the Eglise Saint Pierre.