It was a momentous weekend for Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s first child, Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor, who was christened at a private ceremony at Windsor Castle on Saturday, July 6.
The event wasn’t a public one, and the baby’s godparents have yet to be revealed, but the royal family did offer some special portraits from the big day.
Taken in the Green Drawing Room, the official portraits by Chris Allerton show little Archie, 2 months old, in his mother’s arms. Prince Harry is all smiles beside Meghan, while Prince Charles, Duchess Camilla, Kate Middleton, and Prince William are also present. Princess Diana’s sisters Lady Jane Fellowes and Lady Sarah McCorquodale are also in the joyous group picture, as is Meghan’s mother, Doria Ragland.
Meghan dressed in white Dior for the occasion. Archie is wearing a christening robe designed by Angela Kelly, who is Queen Elizabeth’s assistant. His cousins Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis have all worn it as well. The traditional piece is a replica of an 1841 gown commissioned by Queen Victoria, and worn by generations of royal children.
Today, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s son Archie was christened at Private Chapel at Windsor Castle.
— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) July 6, 2019
📷 Chris Allerton /©️SussexRoyal pic.twitter.com/hxMz8qeIV2
Meghan and Harry's official Instagram read, “The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are so happy to share the joy of this day with members of the public who have been incredibly supportive since the birth of their son. They thank you for your kindness in welcoming their first born and celebrating this special moment.”
In addition the family portrait, another more intimate moment was captured and shared — an adoring Meghan and Harry cradling Archie. Look at that sweet little face!
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