Inside the VERY lavish Euro royal wedding in Colombia

It was a lavish affair complete with stylish guests, a chic venue and a real-life Prince Charming.

So it’s of little surprise guests at the nuptials of Prince Josef-Emanuel of Liechtenstein and socialite Claudia Echavarria have been excited to share snaps of the big day online. 

Designers, magazine editors and fashion insiders were among the guests who turned out for the event in Claudia’s hometown of Cartagena de Indias, Colombia, on Friday.

Their photos showed how the couple’s evening church service was followed by a vibrant party in a courtyard strung with lanterns, where guests were serenaded by a singer and band. 

Guests at the nuptials of Prince Josef-Emanuel of Liechtenstein and socialite Claudia Echavarria have been excited to share snaps of the big day online, including bridal designer Esteban Cortazar, who shared this sweet photograph

Josef-Emanuel, 32, the son of Princess Margaretha of Luxembourg and Prince Nikolaus of Liechtenstein wed socialite Claudia Echavarria in her hometown of Cartagena de Indias, Colombia, on Friday

Josef-Emanuel, 32, the son of Princess Margaretha of Luxembourg and Prince Nikolaus of Liechtenstein wed socialite Claudia Echavarria in her hometown of Cartagena de Indias, Colombia, on Friday

photos showed how the couple's evening church service was followed by a vibrant party in a courtyard strung with lanterns, where guests were serenaded by a singer and band The performer on the night

Guests’ photos showed how the couple’s evening church service was followed by a vibrant party in a courtyard strung with lanterns, where guests were serenaded by a singer and band (right). Fashion consultant Naty Abascal looked radiant in white

Stunning: Dinner was served on long, banquet tables that were thoughtfully decorated with coloured glass, palm leaves and tropical flowers

Stunning: Dinner was served on long, banquet tables that were thoughtfully decorated with coloured glass, palm leaves and tropical flowers

Dinner was served on long, banquet tables that were thoughtfully decorated with coloured glass, palm leaves and tropical flowers. 

The venue boasted an elegant courtyard filled with lush greenery and a swimming pool. Paper lanterns floated on the water, adding to the mystical feel. 

Wedding dress designer Esteban Cortazar shared shots of the bride’s gown fittings – the lace was made by a Parisian atelier – and the moments before she stepped into the church to lay eyes on her future husband. 

Wedding dress designer Esteban Cortazar shared shots of the bride's gown fittings - the lace was made by a Parisian atelier - and the moments before she stepped into the church to lay eyes on her future husband (above)

Wedding dress designer Esteban Cortazar shared shots of the bride’s gown fittings – the lace was made by a Parisian atelier – and the moments before she stepped into the church to lay eyes on her future husband (above)

Claudia cut an ethereal figure in a lace, off-shoulder gown (pictured behind-the-scenes), part of which was hand-made in Paris Bride Claudia

Claudia cut an ethereal figure in a lace, off-shoulder gown (pictured behind-the-scenes), part of which was hand-made in Paris

The venue boasted an elegant courtyard filled with lush greenery and a swimming pool. Paper lanterns floated on the water, adding to the mystical feel. Elle USA Editor-in-chief Nina Garcia shared this photograph

The venue boasted an elegant courtyard filled with lush greenery and a swimming pool. Paper lanterns floated on the water, adding to the mystical feel. Elle USA Editor-in-chief Nina Garcia shared this photograph

Wedding guest and fashion consultant Naty Abascal shared a glimpse of the elegant table settings at the reception

Wedding guest and fashion consultant Naty Abascal shared a glimpse of the elegant table settings at the reception

Josef-Emanuel, 32, the son of Princess Margaretha of Luxembourg and Prince Nikolaus of Liechtenstein, looked dapper in a three-piece suit for the nuptials at the breathtaking Iglesia de San Pedro Claver church.

Claudia cut an ethereal figure in a lace, off-shoulder gown as hundreds of well-wishers gathered outside to catch a glimpse of the bride. Later, traditional Columbian dancers performed at the entrance to the church.

Josef-Emanuel and Claudia announced their engagement in July 2021, following the wedding of Princess Therese of Liechtenstein and Count Cajetan of Toerring-Jettenbach in Austria. 

Prince Josef-Emanuel of Liechtenstein is the latest European royal to tie the knot, after marrying in Colombia yesterday. Pictured: Prince Josef-Emanuel and Claudia Echavarria

Prince Josef-Emanuel of Liechtenstein is the latest European royal to tie the knot, after marrying in Colombia yesterday. Pictured: Prince Josef-Emanuel and Claudia Echavarria

Claudia (pictured inside the Iglesia de San Pedro Claver church) cut an ethereal figure in a lace, off-shoulder gown as hundreds of onlookers gathered to take photographs

Claudia (pictured inside the Iglesia de San Pedro Claver church) cut an ethereal figure in a lace, off-shoulder gown as hundreds of onlookers gathered to take photographs

Claudia Echavarria is pictured holding a white bouquet as she greets those waiting to see the bride outside the church

Claudia Echavarria is pictured holding a white bouquet as she greets those waiting to see the bride outside the church

Traditional Columbian dancers performed at the entrance to the church during the ceremony on Friday evening

Traditional Columbian dancers performed at the entrance to the church during the ceremony on Friday evening

Josef-Emanuel and Claudia announced their engagement in July 2021, following the wedding of Princess Therese of Liechtenstein and Count Cajetan of Toerring-Jettenbach in Austria

Josef-Emanuel and Claudia announced their engagement in July 2021, following the wedding of Princess Therese of Liechtenstein and Count Cajetan of Toerring-Jettenbach in Austria

The prince, who wore a classic pinstripe suit, tan waistcoat and striped tie for his nuptials, is the youngest son of Princess Margaretha of Luxembourg and Prince Nikolaus of Liechtenstein. 

Born in Belgium where his father was an Ambassador, he is currently 16th in line for the throne of Liechtenstein.

But Josef-Emanuel is member to not only one, but two royal families, being the grandson of the late Grand Duke Jean of Luxembourg and Joséphine-Charlotte of Belgium on his mother’s side.  

Josef-Emanuel is pictured speaking to friends and family ahead of tying the knot with socialite Claudia Echavarria

Josef-Emanuel is pictured speaking to friends and family ahead of tying the knot with socialite Claudia Echavarria

Prince Josef-Emanuel of Liechtenstein poses for photographs ahead of his wedding ceremony in Cartagena de Indias

Prince Josef-Emanuel of Liechtenstein poses for photographs ahead of his wedding ceremony in Cartagena de Indias

Photographs from the nuptials picture an extravagant affair, with the couple seen walking the aisle inside the breathtaking Iglesia de San Pedro Claver church

Photographs from the nuptials picture an extravagant affair, with the couple seen walking the aisle inside the breathtaking Iglesia de San Pedro Claver church

Claudia was greeted by hundreds of well-wishers outside the church in her native Colombia following the ceremony

Claudia was greeted by hundreds of well-wishers outside the church in her native Colombia following the ceremony 

He moved to the UK at a young age to attend The Royal Military Academy in Sandhurst, and after his graduation he joined the Irish Guard.

Josef-Emanuel was quickly promoted to Lieutenant at the age of 21, and was selected to present the Queen with the flag of his regiment at the 2010 Trooping the Colour. 

The regiment has a strong connection to the 32-year-old, since his grandfather, Grand Duke Jean, served with the group as a Lieutenant in the Second World War.

Born in Belgium where his father was an Ambassador, he is currently 16th in line for the throne of Liechtenstein

Born in Belgium where his father was an Ambassador, he is currently 16th in line for the throne of Liechtenstein

Josef-Emanuel's wife, known as Cloclo, is a well-known socialite in Cartagena, Colombia. She grew up in Miami and Geneva and is now based in London

Josef-Emanuel’s wife, known as Cloclo, is a well-known socialite in Cartagena, Colombia. She grew up in Miami and Geneva and is now based in London

Josef-Emanuel is member to not only one, but two royal families, being the grandson of the late Grand Duke Jean of Luxembourg and Joséphine-Charlotte of Belgium on his mother's side

Josef-Emanuel is member to not only one, but two royal families, being the grandson of the late Grand Duke Jean of Luxembourg and Joséphine-Charlotte of Belgium on his mother’s side

Grand Duke Jean had volunteered with the British Army after his royal family fled Nazi occupation of Luxembourg in the Second World War. 

Josef-Emanuel’s sister, Maria Anunciata of Liechtenstein, tied the knot in June 2021 with her entrepreneur boyfriend Emanuele Musini in a small civil ceremony at the Villa della Tenuta di Fassia near Gubbio. 

The royal’s new wife, known as Cloclo, is a well-known socialite in Cartagena, Colombia. 

She grew up in Miami and Geneva and is now based in London.                     

Claudia, known as Cloclo, is helped into the church as hundreds of onlookers watch on from behind barriers at the venue

Claudia, known as Cloclo, is helped into the church as hundreds of onlookers watch on from behind barriers at the venue