The last of the Edwardians has just
written her name in the record books. On May 1 2025, Ethel Caterham
was officially recognised as the oldest living person in the world.
Mrs Caterham, from Surrey, claimed the record at the age of 115 and
she had a very Edwardian answer when asked about the secret to her
long life. Speaking to the Daily Telegraph from her care home in
Lightwater, Mrs…
This is the delicious meal served at William and Catherine's wedding and there was a very sweet touch inspired by the bride
29th April 2025
Prince William and Catherine Middleton
married at Westminster Abbey with the eyes of the world on them
while huge crowds cheered the newlyweds for their Buckingham Palace
balcony appearance. Once that was done, it was time for a three
course wedding breakfast alongside…
Queen Mary of Denmark is a big fan of this royal woman who was banned from holding a top title
29th April 2025
For years, she was looked down upon by
society but now one royal wife is being turned into an icon by the
dynasty who wouldn’t let her be queen. A royal mistress turned much
loved wife has become the focus of a brand new exhibition in
Copenhagen with Queen Mary…
This royal wedding cake weighed more than the average human and is still being eaten today
29th April 2025
It’s the cake that keeps on giving. The
flower strewn bake that took centre stage at the wedding of the
Prince and Princess of Wales on April 29th 2011 still makes its
presence felt with slices of it popping up at auction with what
seems like an almost metronomic regularity. But then there was
plenty to go round as this was a whopper of a cake. Standing eight
tiers tall and weighing in at over…
She was the mother of three kings, the
wife of another and the niece of a powerful pope and those links
aren’t even the most interesting things about a woman who ended up
having a whole age named after her. She’s a controversial figure,
even now, but her impact…
The Order of the Garter is the oldest
chivalric order in Great Britain. King Edward III founded the Most
Noble Order of the Garter. It was officially founded in 1348 but
may date back to 1344. Reportedly he was inspired by King Arthur
and his Round Table of Knights…
A stunning jewel that Queen Elizabeth II loved is now on show in a blockbuster exhibition
23rd April 2025
The Victoria and Albert Museum has just
opened a blockbuster exhibition, Cartier, exploring the beloved
French jeweller. While the exhibition includes countless historic
pieces, one particular item was a sentimental favourite of the late
Queen Elizabeth II. The Williamson Brooch is a stunning
diamond brooch fashioned after a jonquil flower. The stem is set
with baguette diamonds, the leaves…
The style legacy of the designer who played a pivotal role in the journey of Diana, Princess of Wales as a royal fashion icon
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…
It’s one of the best known of all royal
jewels and might have been even more well used if a moment of
history hadn’t intervened. The stunning Cartier Halo tiara was
bought as a gift of love for a popular duchess but its presentation
was overshadowed by an event…
Queen Elizabeth II’s reign can be told in
jewels and Her Late Majesty had some favourite pieces, among them
tiaras which she wore frequently. However, soe diadems were used
much less often. This trio of sparkling pieces were all used by the
late Queen but only seen briefly in public. The Aquamarine Ribbon
Tiara While the Aquamarine Ribbon Tiara has quickly become a
favourite of both…
