Prince & Princess of Wales

The Princess of Wales shows support for England Rugby at World Cup

The Princess of Wales watched the England rugby team win in Marseilles, France, on Saturday evening, hours after a podcast appearance with the Prince of Wales, the Princess Royal and her dropped. Catherine arrived in Marseilles on Saturday evening, watching England defeat Argentina in the first of its group matches, 27-10. Earlier in the day, on The Good, The Bad & The Rugby…
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Spain

The colourful tiara given to a princess by a billionaire

The only ruby tiara in the Spanish Royal Family’s collection is the Niarchos Ruby Bandeau and its accompanying parure. Princess Sophia of Greece and Denmark received a treasure trove of jewels on her wedding day in 1962. In addition to the Prussian Tiara, a gift from…
British Royals

The King and Queen meet well-wishers remembering Elizabeth II

King Charles and Queen Camilla attended a special church service at Crathie Kirk to mark the first anniversary of Elizabeth II’s death and the King’s accession to the throne. In a small service, the Reverend Kenneth Mackenzie led attendees in a remembrance of Elizabeth II’s life and service. He told reporters afterwards, “It was a simple reflective time, a time where we were able to…
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Prince & Princess of Wales

A year as heir - Prince William as first in line

After nearly 65 years carrying the title of Prince of Wales, King Charles ascended the throne one year ago and granted William the title he’d been so closely associated with for most of his life. On 9 September, King Charles addressed the nation for the first time since his accession. Amongst his remembrances of his mother, his own commitment to serving as sovereign, and a touching tribute to…
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British Royals

The rarely seen royal blue tiaras of the Windsor collection

Sapphires have been one of the favourite jewels of the modern House of Windsor. The famous engagement ring, worn now by two Princesses of Wales, is one of the best known regal gems in the world. Meanwhile, Queen Camilla has made a sapphire tiara the symbol of her first months as consort, choosing it for the first State Banquet of her husband’s reign. The Royal Family has several other…
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