Mel B's wedding is ready to begin as final preparations are made at St Paul's Cathedral for Spice Girl's big day
BLOOMING LOVELY Mel B's wedding is ready to begin as final preparations are made at St Paul's Cathedral for Spice Girl's big day
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MEL B's wedding is ready to get underway as final preparations have been made to St Paul's Cathedral.
The singing star's ceremony is set to take place today, and will see her marrying Rory McPhee.
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MEL B's wedding is ready to get underway as final preparations have been made to St Paul's Cathedral
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The singing star's ceremony is set to take place today, and will see her marrying Rory McPhee
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Beautiful blooms were positioned outside the cathedral
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It was a hands on job, as a few gathered to help get the beautiful white flowers in place
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And the finishing touches have been made to the grand cathedral, in the form of huge bouquets of white flowers at the front.
People were seen getting the stunning blooms into position before Mel arrives for the nuptials.
It was a hands on job, as a few gathered to help get the beautiful white flowers in place.
Mel was spotted ahead of the ceremony donning her trademark leopard print, as she stood outside a swanky hotel in London.
Scary Spice opted for a white top and sliders, and donned large sunglasses and a cap as she chatted away and took a phone call.
It was recently revealed that neither Victoria Beckham or Geri Horner will be among the guests when Scary Spice Mel ties the knot with Rory McPhee at St Paul's Cathedral.
The MailOnline claims that Victoria, 51, won't be in the country, so will miss out on the wedding.
A source said: "Victoria has long standing plans out of the country and she simply can't be there.
"She adores Mel, they get on really well despite their paths going in opposite directions. It's a real shame.
"There is no issue between them, they haven't fallen out. It's just one of those things."
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Meanwhile Geri is said to be absent because of her tense relationship with Mel.
Victoria has shared a sweet tribute to Mel on her big day, posting photos of them together on social media.
Posh Spice took to her Instagram stories to share a stunning snap of her and her bandmate looking all glammed up.
She added the sweet caption: "Sending love to you @officialmelb!
"@rorymcphee is a very lucky man! xx."
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Gabby Logan was seen arriving for the nuptials
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Victoria Beckham paid a sweet tribute to her friend and band mate
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