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A controversial royal tiara is now on display in London

Queen Elisabeth of the Belgians was a popular consort, known for founding the Queen Elisabeth Competition, a global competition for classical musicians and her love of Egyptology. One of her favourite tiaras is currently on display at the Victoria and Albert Museum, the Cartier Bandeau Tiara.The ‘Cartier’ exhibition at the V&A features several royal and aristocratic tiaras…
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Belgium's Princess Delphine speaks out on her royal family in difficult interview

The Belgian Royal Family is facing fresh public debate after one princess appeared to criticise her relations in a controversial interview just days before the anniversary of her brother’s reign.Belgium gained another princess in 2020 when the illegitimate daughter of King Albert II was granted a royal title after he admitted paternity in the midst of a court case.Princess Delphine…
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This stylish royal is bringing back classic fashion as she channels the 50s with Dior again

Queen Mathilde of the Belgians is a hard-working consort. She is the patron of several large organisations, including the internationally-recognised Queen Elisabeth Competition for musicians. However, she has also quietly been establishing her sartorial profile over the last few years, with the help of one key designer.On Sunday, 18 May, Queen Mathilde wore a white Christian Dior…
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This princess is celebrating as her royal family enjoys a very special time

The Belgian royal family is currently enjoying an Easter break and they have plenty to celebrate. Just a day after King Philippe celebrated his 65th birthday, his youngest child has marked their own special day as Princess Eleonore turns 17.The Belgian royals have released new portraits of the princess to mark her birthday, taken by photographer Bas Bogaerts. The teenage princess chose a…
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