European Royals

An antique tiara that's become a favourite of queens

Princess Beatrix, the former Queen of the Netherlands, has just celebrated her 87th birthday. In honour of her big day, we are looking at one of her favourite tiaras, the Dutch Antique Pearl Tiara.The former Dutch queen has worn this stunning statement tiara many times throughout her reign.The Antique Pearl Tiara was created in the style of a previous tiara, one that belonged…
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The Netherlands

This future queen has just added a whole extra layer of confidence to her style

Princess Catharina-Amalia of the Netherlands has had a busy year as she balances attending royal engagements with studying for her Bachelor of Science in Politics, Psychology, Law and Economics at the University of Amsterdam. While Princess Amalia is one of the more reserved European heirs, she is firmly establishing her own elegant sense of style.Marchesa Notte Taffeta Ball Gown…
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The Netherlands

King Willem-Alexander ends whirlwind mini tour in Norway

King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands wrapped up his Scandinavian tour by meeting with the Norwegian Royal Family in Oslo.The Dutch King was in Denmark and Norway this week to promote and expand cooperation between the Netherlands and the two Scandinavian countries when developing and expanding work in hydrogen and regional hydrogen infrastructure.Crown Prince Haakon joined…
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The Netherlands

Princess Margriet oversees poignant ceremony

Princess Margriet of the Netherlands carried out a touching annual engagement.Early on Sunday morning, Princess Margriet attended the commemoration ceremony marking the lives of all Canadian soldiers who died during the Second World War who have been buried in the Canadian War Cemetery. She laid a wreath on behalf of the Dutch Royal Family.The date, 27 October, is an important…
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