The Netherlands

Queen Máxima takes Paris by storm at exhibition opening

Queen Máxima stunned in Paris at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, wearing an illusion-cut dress to view an exhibition about Dutch fashion designer Iris van Herpen. The Dutch queen was on hand, alongside French First Lady Brigitte Macron, to view the nine themes at play in the dynamic exhibition. According to the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, van Herpen’s exhibit “questions the place of the…
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Prince & Princess of Wales

Prince William on exercise with Mercian Regiment

The Prince of Wales donned military fatigues for his first visit with The 1st Battalion, The Mercian Regiment, since becoming its Colonel-in-Chief this summer. During his visit, William met with its soldiers and took part in a training exercise in Salisbury Plain with the Warrior Armoured Fighting Vehicle. The Mercian Regiment’s mission is to be “ready to decisively engage the enemy in…
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Prince & Princess of Wales

The Princess of Wales shows power of diplomatic dressing

The Princess of Wales has had a year to step into her new role, and with her sartorial display during the South Korean State Visit, it’s easy to see that she’s flourishing in her elevated position. Catherine first stunned royal watchers as the State Visit got under way in a stunning red Catherine Walker cape coat and dress, paired with a dramatic Jane Taylor wide-brimmed hat. Greeting the…
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British Royals

The colourful engagement rings of the House of Windsor

They are some of the most famous royal engagement rings in the world and many of them are far from just diamonds. From the Queen Mother to Princess Eugenie, sapphires are a popular choice amongst the Windsors. However, other women have also worn rubies, emeralds, and a unique stone from an architect prince. Here’s Royal Central’s look at the bright and beautiful rings of the brides of…
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