Features

An all diamond tiara created for a queen in waiting from historic royal jewels

The Dutch Royal Family has one of the strongest jewellery collections in Europe, with several versatile pieces to choose. Queen Maxima has even used multiple tiaras to create a new diadem, one that has quickly become a family favourite.  Queen Maxima’s Star Tiara uses elements from two nineteenth century diamond tiaras in the family collection. On her wedding day on 2 February 2002, Maxima…
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Belgium

King Philippe and Queen Mathilde have early start to Vietnamese State Visit

King Philippe and Queen Mathilde have begun their historic State Visit to Vietnam with a very early arrival at Noi Bai International Airport.  The Belgian King and Queen are in Vietnam for the first Belgian State Visit to Vietnam in over half a century. Not only is the State Visit longer than usual, with the couple officially visiting from 31 March to 4 April, their delegation is much larger.
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Queen Camilla

Queen Camilla launches new reading medal

Queen Camilla has announced the launch of The Queen’s Reading Room Medal.  Her Majesty hosted a reception at Clarence House this week to celebrate the fourth anniversary of The Queen’s Reading Room (originally The Duchess of Cornwall’s Reading Room). At the star-studded gathering, Queen Camilla shared that The Queen’s Reading Room has launched The Queen’s Reading Room Medal.  The…
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Belgium

Queen Mathilde glitters in sentimental tiara

Queen Mathilde chose a sparkling tiara with a very personal meaning as she hosted a glittering State Banquet at the Castle of Laeken. King Philippe and Queen Mathilde of the Belgians welcomed Singaporean President Tharman Shanmugaratnam to the castle at the end of the first day of his State Visit. And Queen Mathilde chose an all diamond diadem for the gala event, one that marked her move into…
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