Newlywed Meghan Markle wears Princess Diana's aquamarine ring

The Duchess of Sussex, 36, was pictured sporting the gorgeous ring - which once belonged to Diana - as she left for the reception tonight

Meghan Markle is wearing Princess Diana's aquamarine ring to her evening wedding reception in a beautiful tribute to the late princess.

The Duchess of Sussex, 36, was pictured flashing the gorgeous ring - which once belonged to Diana - as she left for the reception tonight.

It appears the item was a poignant wedding day gift from Prince Harry, who was seen beaming beside her as they departed from Windsor Castle.

Meghan wore the impressive gem on her right hand. Diana had been previously pictured wearing the large, emerald cut ring at a charity event.

Meghan and Harry, 33, earlier tied the knot at St George's Chapel in a dazzling ceremony that was watched by millions across the world.

The couple were later pictured driving off in a silver blue Jaguar E-Type Concept Zero as they headed to their reception at Frogmore House.

As well as Diana's ring, the bride was seen wearing a bespoke lily white high neck gown, made of silk crepe and designed by Stella McCartney.

Her shoes were from Aquazurra and made in silky satin, with nude mesh.

The soles, which were painted baby blue, matched the vintage Jaguar.

Her hair was styled by George Northwood, and she looked stunning as she and her new husband left the castle in the open-top classic sports car.

The Jaguar, which is a concept model, was originally manufactured in 1968 but has since been converted to electric power. Its licence plate is today's date - E190518 - which will, of course, be the pair's anniversary.

Harry, who drove Meghan through the Windsor Great Park in the early evening sunshine, was dressed in black tie.

The party-loving prince is said to have requested a Tiki-themed bar for his and Meghan's wild carnival and festival-themed 'afterparty'.

Guests will reportedly be welcomed by a steel band before feasting on South African wagyu beef and quaffing iced beers, champagne and ice luges filled with vodka, in a throwback to Mahiki - the groom's favourite London nightclub.

Prince Charles, who will host the private evening for the couple's "inner circle", is expected to pick up the tab for the 200-strong party.

Harry's polo pal Nacho Figueras posted a picture of his black tie evening outfit to Instagram, simply writing: "Part 2."