British Royals

How King Charles turned to his beloved grandfather, George VI, for two symbols of royal power

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6th November 2023
King Charles III is about to open Parliament for the first time in his reign and he’ll have a very special link to his beloved grandfather, the UK’s last king before him, as he does it. For Charles III is set to wear the Robe of State that first belonged to George VI for the event. His Majesty chose to use the Robe of State and Robe of Estate belonging to his grandfather at his…
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Queen Camilla

The special bond between Queen Camilla and the Poppy Factory

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6th November 2023
Every Remembrance Day, one might notice a particular flower appearing, a red poppy. Often put onto a pin, the poppy is now the universally recognised flowers of remembrance for those who gave their lives for their country. It has become a key piece of the royal family’s wardrobe every November. It dates back to 1921 when it was used to commemorate military members who died in battle.
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British Royals

The big question over King Charles at his first State Opening of Parliament as Monarch

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5th November 2023
The first State Opening of Parliament of the reign of King Charles III is set to take place in the early days of November 2023 but ahead of this solemn event, steeped in history, one big question remains. As His Majesty speaks before the assembled politicians in the House of Lords, will he be wearing the Imperial State Crown? It is usual for the Monarch to wear the Crown which is the symbol of…
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Princess Anne and Family

Princess Anne's personal tribute to her mother captures imaginations

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5th November 2023
More than a year after her death, Queen Elizabeth II is still dictating tendencies, at least for her children. As King Charles and Queen Camilla headed back to the UK following a four-day official visit to Kenya, Princess Anne attended the Choral Evensong in London’s Temple Church. And she did so wearing one of her mother’s favourite clothing pieces: the Admiral cloak that the late…
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