Growing Reports Dress Code for Coronation Will Be ‘Formal Day Dress’

To the supreme disappointment of many royal watchers, it seems that King Charles may be sticking with a “formal day dress” for those attending his coronation. This is in stark contrast to his mother’s Coronation in 1953, where all the peers of the realm were dressed up in their finest and the women were all glittering in diamonds and tiaras. His Majesty has been clear in his desire for a more dressed down Coronation, which would include a much smaller crowd of 2,000 compared to his mother’s 8,000 and have a much shorter procession. Given the difficult economic times, this … Continue reading Growing Reports Dress Code for Coronation Will Be ‘Formal Day Dress’

Prince William and Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge, Are Touring Wales as Part of St. David’s Day Celebrations

Prince William and Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge are introducing themselves to the region that they will one day represent as part of St. David’s Day, a holiday that has been recognized since the 12th century. As part of their tour the future Prince and Princess of Wales, visited Pant Farm near Abergavenny, the Abergavenny Market and youth club at Blaenavon Hwb in Blaenavon. The royal couple first arrived at the family owned and run Pant Farm, where Catherine enjoyed the attentions of goats kept on the farm, though her husband seemed less keen as one bit his hand. The … Continue reading Prince William and Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge, Are Touring Wales as Part of St. David’s Day Celebrations

Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge, Celebrates Milestone 40th Birthday More Beloved than Ever Before

Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge, turns 40 on January 9 and the royal has released three new glamorous and ethereal photos for the public. It’s a celebration of not only her birthday, but of Catherine’s continued success as a beloved member of the royal family. Shot by Italian fashion photographer Paolo Roversi, they will become part of the permanent collection at the National Portrait Gallery, of which the Duchess is patron. Both ethereal and timeless, the looks and photos are a bit of a departure for Catherine, who generally is more casual in her official portraits. The dresses are all from Alexander … Continue reading Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge, Celebrates Milestone 40th Birthday More Beloved than Ever Before