Princess Beatrice of York Is Engaged to Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi

Princess Beatrice of York—daughter of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson, sister of Princess Eugenie, and cousin of Prince William and Prince Harry—is engaged to her boyfriend, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, the couple announced this morning (September 26). "We are extremely happy to be able to share the news of our recent engagement," they said in a statement released by Buckingham Palace. "We are both so excited to be embarking on this life adventure together and can't wait to be married. We share so many similar interests and values and we know this will stand us in great stead for the years ahead, full of love and happiness."

The press release notes that the pair got engaged during a trip to Italy earlier this month and that the wedding will take place in 2020. Beatrice (who, along with Eugenie, has her own social media account) tweeted, "I'm so excited to announce my engagement to Edo."

Eugenie shared in her sister's happiness with some photos she took of the couple on Instagram. "Beabea - wow! I'm so happy for you my dearest big sissy and dear Edo," she wrote. "It's been a long time coming and you two are meant to be. 📷 by me!!"

As for that gorgeous ring, the palace says that Edo designed it himself with the British jewelry designer Shaun Leane.

The Duke and Duchess of York also expressed their excitement over their daughter's impending nuptials. "We are thrilled that Beatrice and Edoardo have got engaged, having watched their relationship develop with pride," they said in a statement. "We are the lucky parents of a wonderful daughter who has found her love and companion in a completely devoted friend and loyal young man. We send them every good wish for a wonderful family future."

Ferguson also posted on her own Instagram. "I know what a mother feels so I have tears of joy. I am so proud of this sensational news. Andrew and I are just the luckiest people ever to have two great sons in law," she said. "@princesseugenie took the colour photographs as my girls are so close. Beatrice and Edo wanted her to capture this special moment. The black and white photographs were taken by Misan Harriman."

Congrats to the happy couple!

Originally Appeared on Glamour