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Jacob Jarvis, Harriet Brewis

Prince Harry and Meghan join star-studded wedding of 'matchmaker' friend Misha Nonoo

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex led a constellation of stars for their fashion designer friend Misha Nonoo's fairytale wedding to oil tycoon Michael Hess.

Prince Harry and Meghan joined an stream of a-listers on Friday for the nuptials at a 17th century Italian villa overlooking the city of Rome.

It is understood the royals jetted to Rome on a commercial flight, but did not take baby Archie.

Ms Nonoo is one of the duchess's closest friends and is credited with setting her up with Harry on a blind date in 2016.

Fashion designer Misha Nonoo arrives for her wedding at Villa Aurelia, Rome (REUTERS)

Meghan wore a black beaded gown with puffed sleeves in light-weight tulle, while Harry sported black tie.

Other British royals were among the glamorous guests, including Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie, who was among the bridal party as they arrived at the venue Villa Aurelia.

Sir Paul McCartney, James Corden and wife Julia Carey, Orlando Bloom and Katy Perry were also on the high profile guest list.

Donald Trump's daughter Ivanka smiles at husband Jared Kushner as the pair arrive (REUTERS)

Ivanka Trump and husband Jared Kushner jetted over from the US to attend, alongside his brother Josh and wife supermodel Karlie Kloss.

Nonoo, who was born in Bahrain and is based in the United States, has been friends with the Duchess of Sussex for many years.

She was previously married to Harry's friend Alexander Gilkes.

The Sussexes are reportedly enjoying a bit of downtime before they begin their royal tour to South Africa on Monday.

Nonoo recently collaborated with the duchess on her Smart Set capsule wardrobe for the Smart Works charity.

Buckingham Palace declined to comment on the event.

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