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How the Princess of Wales surprised everyone with her latest Trooping the Colour appearance

The Princess of Wales made a major change in her approach to Trooping the Colour this year with a surprising style choice. For many of her Trooping appearances, the Princess of Wales has turned to beloved fashion house Alexander McQueen. Founded by the late Alexander McQueen in 1992, the firm is known for its impeccable tailoring and precise silhouettes.  The favourite designers of the…
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The Prince of Wales does flatcap chic

Although the Princess of Wales has long been celebrated for setting fashion trends (known as the “Kate effect”), The Prince of Wales has also had several stylish moments in the last year. For his latest appearance, he chose a stylish accessory for a major announcement in…
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The King shares advice with veterans on historic visit to Lancaster

The King made the first visit of his reign to Lancaster and he shared some monarchical wisdom with a Second World War veteran and took part in an historic visit during his day out.  King Charles, also the Duke of Lancaster, was greeted by Lord-Lieutenant of Lancashire, Amanda Parker, at the train station before making his way to Lancaster Castle.  Once at the castle, The King took part in…
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The importance of a royal hat: new play highlights why Queen Elizabeth II's clothes mattered

Author Daisy Goodwin’s new play, By Royal Appointment, opens this week in Bath with a close look at a special royal relationship. Goodwin’s stage play, By Royal Appointment, is a new play exploring the close relationship between Queen Elizabeth II and her friend and dresser, Angela Kelly. Running at the Theatre Royal Bath from 5 to 14 June, the show looks at possible moments…
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The race against time for the birth of a future queen

Just over 200 years ago, the future Queen Victoria was born at Kensington Palace, Her arrival, on 24 May 1819, marked the start of a very famous story. While the healthy baby girl was happily welcomed by her parents, the family had been forced to race against the clock for Victoria’s birth.  Her father, Prince Edward, Duke of Kent was the fifth child and fourth son of King George III and…
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