Queen Camilla

The Greville Tiara - Queen Camilla's choice for a significant milestone

Many were expecting Queen Camilla to select a new tiara for the State Banquet in Germany, to symbolise her new status as Queen; however, King Charles’ wife opted for a piece we saw her wear on numerous occasions during her tenure as Duchess of Cornwall.  The Greville Tiara, as it is referred to in Royal circles, was created in 1921 for Margaret Greville by jeweler Lucien Hirtz, who worked…
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Queen Camilla

A poignant nod to Queen Elizabeth II from Queen Camilla at start of State Visit

As Queen Camilla arrived in Germany for the first outgoing State Visit of King Charles III’s reign, her outfit had echoes of the past. For the last outgoing State Visit made by Queen Elizabeth II was to Germany and the new consort seemed to nod to the previous trip on her arrival. Embed from Getty Images Queen Camilla wore a a pale turquoise coat for her first engagements in Berlin.
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Queen Camilla

Queen Camilla 'deeply saddened' at death of TV presenter Paul O'Grady

Queen Camilla is said to be “deeply saddened” at the death of TV presenter and comedian Paul O’Grady, who died on Tuesday evening at the age of 67. Birkenhead born O’Grady, who was also one first mainstream drag acts television as Lily Savage, died “unexpectedly but peacefully.” O’Grady was also widely known for his work with Battersea Dogs & Cats Home and…
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British RoyalsFashion

The coronation dress of Queen Mary

She was renowned for her love of jewellery and her style; and there was never a fashion moment Queen Mary didn’t meet, so of course her coronation dress would be one of the most magnificent gowns she ever wore. Queen Mary’s coronation dress was a simple yet ornate…
British Royals

The Court of Claims and its role in the Coronation

The Coronation of King Charles III will be the fortieth to take place in Westminster Abbey since the Norman Conquest. In almost 1,000 years, a lot of traditions have built up with many people having a right to take part, passed down to them through the generations. To ensure all of those claims are heard, a special court is convened ahead of every coronation and the latest one is no…
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