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The style legacy of the designer who played a pivotal role in the journey of Diana, Princess of Wales as a royal fashion icon

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22nd April 2025
British designer David Sassoon ,who died at the age of 92 in London this month, worked with several members of the Royal Family, including the late Diana, Princess of Wales. Sassoon was behind several of Diana’s most iconic looks and played a pivotal role in her journey as a fashion legend. Sassoon was born in October 1932 to Gourgi and Victoria Sassoon. His Iraqi Jewish parents were not in…
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As royalty begins to confirm attendance at the funeral of Pope Francis, here's how past papal funerals might give a clue to who will be in Rome

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22nd April 2025
Pope Francis’s funeral will take place on April 26 2025 and royalty will be in attendance.King Philippe and Queen Mathilde of the Belgians will be present with other royal houses expected to confirm their attendance imminently. However, as the last two papal funerals show, there can be a mixture of attendees. Pope Benedict’s funeral in 2023 was unusual as he had retired in 2013 and…
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The kings and queens who completed historic firsts and lasts for Pope Francis

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21st April 2025
The Vatican has announced that Pope Francis passed away on 21 April 2025 at the age of 88. The South American Pontiff was considered a modernising figure by many. As Pope, Francis met many monarchs, both Catholic and non-Catholic. His last meeting with royalty came just days before his death. Pope Francis held a private audience with King Charles and Queen Camilla on April 9 2025 when they…
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The queen bringing all the drama with her latest tiara pick

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16th April 2025
Queen Maxima chose one of the biggest and most dramatic tiaras in the Dutch royal collection. And to really bring the drama, she made quite the impression by not even choosing its largest setting.The Dutch Queen wore the Württemberg Ornate Pearl Tiara for the Omani State Dinner. The tiara was originally created in 1897 to redesign the gem ahead of Queen Wilhemina’s enthronement…
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