Relive Will and Kate’s wedding in photos

Their nuptials were heralded as the stuff of fairytales — fêted across scores of broadcast networks as the Wedding of the Century. But five years later, the union between Prince William and the former Kate Middleton, now the Duchess of Cambridge, feels less like legend and more like true love.

In celebration of their forthcoming anniversary on Friday, we look back on the 8 most incredible images from the sumptuous ceremony, which bound the future king and his queen consort in holy matrimony.

1. This rare image of Queen Elizabeth II not looking totally displeased

"Quick! Take a picture! It'll last longer." (Photo: Martin Meissner, AP)

2. This adorable photo of the bridesmaids and page boys

Tom Pettifer looking like new money as he arrives with Master William Lowther-Pinkerton, Lady Louise Windsor and Margarita Armstrong-Jones. (Photo: Pascal Le Segretain, Getty Images)

3. This stunning shot of Kate's dress...

That train though! (Photo: Kirsty Wigglesworth, WPA Pool, Getty Images)

4....and this dazzling photo of her ring

We're feeling like we're on a diet with all these CARATS! (Photo: Ian West, WPA Pool, Getty Images)

Close-up, please!

Girl. YES. (Photo: Ian West, WPA Pool, Getty Images)

5. Their precious balcony kiss

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This formally sealed the deal — though *one* person wasn't having it. (Photo: Matt Dunham, AP)

6. That delectable wedding cake

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