Royal Roundup

Whether you’re a sucker for a royal love story or not, every girl is happy/relieved that Prince William finally popped the question to Waity Katie. With the nuptials airing at 4:30 a.m. CST, Chicagoans need a few more time-friendly options to don their Sunday’s best and ooooh and aww over the blushing bride eagerly saying “I do.” Lucky for you, Delve has a few recommendations.

Crumpets and Couture: (pictured) Four Seasons Hotel Chicago and 900 N. Michigan Shops are blurring the lines between high fashion and high tea. On Friday, April 29^th, London retailers Karen Millen and soon-to-open L.K. Bennett will showcase pieces from their most recent collections at the 3 p.m. event celebrating the Royal Wedding. Enjoy an English-inspired tea menu and bites by Executive Chef Kevin Hickey as you sip Laurent-Perrier Rosé and watch the Royal Wedding festivities on large flat screens in Seasons restaurant on the 7th level. Cost is $55 per person and reservations are encouraged. Did we mention there will be swag bags?

A Touch of Royalty: Park Hyatt Chicago knows a thing or two about treating guests like royalty – and they just took things to a whole new level. In lieu of the long awaited vows, The Park Hyatt is giving guests the chance to let their inner princess shine with the “A Touch of Royalty” package. We’re talking full-on pampering including: overnight accommodations for two, a horse drawn carriage ride (sigh), tickets to The Art Institute of Chicago’s “Kings, Queens and Courtiers” exhibit and an early morning wake-up call (hello, 4:30 a.m.) to watch the wedding of the century while enjoying an English breakfast in bed. Package rates start at $457 – a small price to pay for an evening of glitz, glamour and royal symbolism, don’t you think? “We do.”

London’s Calling: Want to pretend you’re one of Kate’s pals in actual attendance at the wedding? The Drake Hotel is decking out their Palm Court to make guests feel like they’re besties with the blushing bride-to-be. On top of the screening of the Royal Wedding, there will be a fashion show by Chicago’s top Milliners and, of course, an Afternoon Tea Service including tea, scones and finger sandwiches. Cost is only $35 per person and reservations can be made by contacting Shaun at shaun.rajah@hilton.com.

Now let’s just hope a certain someone doesn't get cold feet...