Saturday 28 April 2018

Happy Birthday Lady Helen!!!


Today the 28th of April we wish a Happy Birthday to Lady Helen Taylor. The daughter of Prince Edward, Duke of Kent celebrates her 54th birthday. Lady Helen is currently 41st in line to the throne and is a cousin to both Queen Elizabeth II (from her father's side) and to Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh (via her mother). 

We wish Lady Helen a very happy birthday and hope she enjoys all the celebrations.

Embed from Getty Images

Fashion Friday!!!

There were a lot of stunning clothing choices this week, there were also some that weren't so great. Let's take a look at the fashion choices this week.

We'll start with Queen Mathilde of Belgium;

Embed from Getty Images 

Oh Queen Mathilde! What were you thinking with the orange pants suit? Whoever dresses you should be fired. You look like you just walked out of prison! The second outfit is much nicer. I love the colours, and the red pumps are a great addition.

What about Crown Princess Mary of Denmark? Let's see if she fared better than our Belgian Queen.



Embed from Getty Images

Princess Mary's pink outfit for the hospital opening is cute. It suits her colouring and is great for a day time event. I think it might be a bit childish, and would give it about a 6/10. I really like the outfit she wore to the Science Museum. Simple white bell bottoms, black top and a navy jacket. It looks great and she's dressed for the occasion, knowing that she'll be sitting on the ground playing with little kids. Princess Mary must be digging pink this week as she is sporting a pink top in the third picture. I like the rainbow skirt, it's something a little different. It shouldn't work with the top, but it does.

Next on parade we have Queen Rania of Jordan.




I love both these outfits! Princess Mary, please take notes. This is how pink should be worn. That pink and white ensemble is stunning. The blue dress is also really nice, the addition of black flats is nice and breaks the colour.

Over in Monaco Princess Charlene attended the tennis and wore this outfit

Embed from Getty Images

She's got a bit of a sailor look going on here with the stripes, navy blue and red heels. It looks good though, and comfortable. Just what you would want to wear at a day of tennis. The bright red lipstick and matching shoes makes the outfit and adds a bit of oomph to the outfit. Nice look.

Not far away in Spain Queen Letizia never fails to stun in her outfits. Her sense of style is almost effortless and rarely wrong.

Embed from Getty Images

We saw the lovely Queen of Spain in a number of outfits this week let go one by one;

1). The first outfit is what Letizia wore to greet the President of Portugal. It's a nice outfit, maybe a little drab. Then again she is meeting a dignitary. I love the subtle change in shade of her shoes. The outfit certainly suits her.

2). In the evening Queen Letizia wore the blue dress with polka dots. I like this for a gala evening as it reminds me of the night sky. It suits the Queen and matches her husband's sash, as well as complimenting her own. It's not to over top either, I think it works well for this event.

3). The black number is cute. Simple, yet effective. The pattern on the skirt gives it something extra as does the curl in her hair. Good choice.

4). I love Letizia's jump suit! It's a vert modern fashion choice, yet it's business like and works for presenting literature awards. The sling back shoes are cute and work nicely.

5). This last outfit is one of my favourites. I think the colour is stunning and suits Letizia. The floral patterns are gorgeous. It's a pretty outfit, casual, yet formal at the same time.

In The Netherlands Queen Maxima was channeling her inner genie with this outfit.

Embed from Getty Images

The colour suits Maxima, but the outfit is not her best. It looks like over sized pyjamas. Sorry Maxima, you struck out.

In Sweden Princess Sofia wore this stunning outfit;

Embed from Getty Images

I think this is a dress every girl would imagine a princess wearing. Sofia looks stunning in this black dress with A line skirt. The only change I would make is maybe do something with her hair, or add a coloured clutch. Something to break all the black.

Finally we reach the United Kingdom. With the Commonwealth Heads of Government meeting taking place we got to see a lot of different fashion choices from various royals. We'll look at the UK in two parts. The first being during the week, and the second dedicated to the fashion at Queen Elizabeth's 92nd birthday concert.

Embed from Getty Images

1). Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall donned this comfortable looking Grey dress. It's age appropriate and dances the line between casual and not so casual. I give my tick of approval.

2). Meghan Markle has been criticised a lot for her fashion choices as a member of the royal family. This one in particular was noticed as she i). draped her jack over her shoulders, which is a messy look, ii). wore a over the front bag rather than a clutch and iii). Once inside took off the jacket which is a no-no for Royals. In addition to this people have stated the outfit itself was just simply inappropriate. My opinion, I like it. She is attending a youth conference and this outfit is youthful. It might not be traditional, but it's cute and playful which is what she wants the youth to see.

3). With her hair out and growing long Sophie, Countess of Wessex is almost unrecognisable. The Queen's daughter-in-law usually favours an up do. The dress is pretty and well suited for a visit to the Botanical Gardens. Nothing wrong here.

4). Another Meghan Markle ensemble. This time she kept the jacket on, though still no clutch. I love this outfit, it's simple and pretty. It also looks like a dress anybody could wear rather than something completely unattainable by the average person. Good job Meghan!

Now on to what was worn at the birthday bash!

Embed from Getty Images

1). Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall wore this striking purple dress. The colour is absoloutely gorgeous. The black heels and necklace make the dress stand out.

2). Meghan Markle went with a simple black dress and navy blue shoes. Perfect for the occasion, though I thought she would've worn something that stood out a bit more. My guess is she didn't want to take the attention away from The Queen and the other royal family members.

3). A cure outfit from Princess Eugnie of York. Maybe a touch to casual for the event. Nonetheless I like it and she looks great.

4). Lady Louise Windsor, the teenage granddaughter of Queen Elizabeth. A simple navy blue dress with nude heels. Perfect for the event and shows she has a sensible dress choice. She looks lovely, and lady like.

5). Sophie, Countess of Wessex looks stunning in this pants ensemble. The scarf gives it some colour and dresses it up. I wouldn't have expected something so daring of Sophie, but she is rocking it.

6). A simple silver dress from Princess Anne, The Princess Royal paired with black heels. I think it looks nice, and it works for a concert, but I think she could've added a bit more glitz and glam.

Embed from Getty Images

7). Birgitte, Duchess of Gloucester looks stunning. The metallic Red-Orange dress just stands out and takes control of the room. I would've gone with black shoes, but the nude ones The Duchess is wearing are fine as well.

8). Marie, Princess Michael of Kent looks lovely in a black dress with a knee high split. The wide cardigan gives it a dressier look. Classic black & white, works every time.

9). Finally, Princess Alexandra, The Honourable Lady Ogilvy. She is absoloutely adorable. I love the top I think it's a beautiful colour. Unfortunately The outfit together doesn't match

Tiara Time!!!

  We saw two tiaras come out this week, both worn by Queens. 

On April 19th Queen Elizabeth II hosted a dinner for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting and in true head of the Commonwealth style donned a tiara.

Embed from Getty Images


As we can see from the close up above, The Queen has chosen to wear 'The Girls of Great Britain and Ireland' tiara. This tiara dates back to 1893 and was first worn and owned by her grandmother, The Queen Mary. 

This is a strong choice for the dinner as the name itself represents Great Britain. It's also sensible, regal and not flashy.

The second tiara for the week was worn by Queen Letizia of Spain at a gala dinner to welcome the President of Portugal.

Embed from Getty Images

Queen Letizia chose to wear the 'Cartier Pearl and Diamond Tiara.' Not a particularly old tiara, it dates back just to the 1920s and was first owned by Queen Victoria Eugenia of Spain, the great grandmother of King Felipe and a granddaughter of Queen Victoria.

I think this was a good choice for the occasion. Whilst the President of Portugal is important Letizia would not want to wear anything over the top. This is a well known tiara and has been worn by many of the royal women of Spain.

Week 16th April-22nd April

16th April 2018 


Prince William, Duke of Cambridge attends a 'Welcome to the UK' Ceremony for the opening of the 'Commonwealth Heads of Government' Committee.

Embed from Getty Images

Prince Harry attends a Youth Forum during the Commonwealth Heads of Government Committee and meets with the Fijian Prime Minister.

Embed from Getty Images

Embed from Getty Images

Embed from Getty Images 

Queen Margrethe II of Denmark celebrates her 78th birthday with her family, Crown Prince Frederik, Crown Princess Mary, Prince Christian, Princess Isabella, Prince Vincent, Princess Josephine, Prince Joachim, Princess Marie, Prince Nikolai, Prince Felix, Prince Henrik and Princess Athena.

Embed from Getty Images

King Abdullah II watches the first month long Gulf Military Drill in Saudi Arabia.

Embed from Getty Images

Prince Albert II of Monaco meets with Rafael Nadal during the ATP Master's Series in Monte Carlo.

Embed from Getty Images

Pauline Ducruet, daughter of Princess Stephanie of Monaco attends functions in Brazil



Queen Maxima of The Netherlands attends the premiere of the musical 'The Colour Purple'

Embed from Getty Images 

King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain host the President of Portugal with lunch and a gala dinner in the evening.

Embed from Getty Images

17th April 2018

Prince Charles of Wales, and Camilla Duchess of Cornwall attend the second day of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Committee.

Embed from Getty Images

Prince William, Duke of Cambridge attends the second day of the Commonwealth Heads of Government meeting.

Embed from Getty Images

Prince Andrew, Duke of York takes part in Pitch@the Palace



King Philippe of Belgium visits Duo for a Job in Brussels.

Embed from Getty Images

Queen Mathilde of Belgium attends the Academics of Development at Belgium's Catholic University

Embed from Getty Images

Crown Princess Mary of Denmark attends the opening of Slagelse Hospital

Embed from Getty Images

Pauline Ducruet, daughter of Princess Stephanie of Monaco is on holiday in Brazil

A post shared by Pauline Ducruet (@paulinedcrt) on

King Willem-Alexander of The Netherlands attends the opening of the exhibition 'The Jews and The House of Orange'

Embed from Getty Images

King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia attend a reception for the President of Portugal

Embed from Getty Images

King Carl Gustaf XVI of Sweden and Crown Princess Victoria meet with the Prime Minister of India.

Embed from Getty Images

Princess Sofia of Sweden attends UNDP's Spring Gala.

Embed from Getty Images


18th April 2018

Queen Elizabeth II meets with the Prime Ministers of India and Canada, and unveiled a Commonwealth Walkway Panel in the gardens of Buckingham Palace.

Embed from Getty Images

Prince Charles of Wales, and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall met with the Prime Minister of New Zealand. Prince Charles also accompanied the Prime Minister of India on a visit to The Science Museum.

Embed from Getty Images

Embed from Getty Images

Prince Harry of Wales, accompanied by fiance Meghan Markle attended a reception for Commonwealth Youth Delegates.

Embed from Getty Images 

Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko attend the Japan Prize Award Ceremony

Embed from Getty Images

King Abdullah II and Queen Rania meet with the President of Austria.



Queen Letizia presents the Literature Awards

Embed from Getty Images

19th April 2018 


Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Charles of Wales open the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting. Also present were Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Prince Harry of Wales, Princess Anne, The Princess Royal, Sophie, Countess of Wessex, Prince Edward, Duke of Kent, Prince Michael of Kent, Marie, Princess of Kent and Princess Alexandra, The Honourable Lady Ogilvy 

In the evening the Queen gave a dinner at Buckingham Palace for Commonwealth Heads of Government. All the above were in attendance with the addition of Princess Beatrice of York, Princess Eugenie of York, Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex, Prince Richard Duke of Gloucester and Birgitte, Duchess of Gloucester. Prince Michael of Kent was not in attendance. 

Embed from Getty Images

Embed from Getty Images

Prince Harry along with fiance Meghan Markle attend a reception on women's empowerment.

Embed from Getty Images

Queen Mathilde of Belgium presents the 2018 Ballet Latour Prize for Health.

Embed from Getty Images

Crown Princess Mary of Denmark opens a Science Centre for toddlers

Embed from Getty Images

Queen Rania attends an art exhibition.



Prince Albert II, Princess Charlene and Prince Albert's daughter Jazmin Grace Grimaldi attend day 5 of the ATP Master's tournament in Monte Carlo.

Embed from Getty Images

Prince Albert II opens the Top Marques Monaco.

Embed from Getty Images

Queen Sofia of Spain attends the centenary of Padre Rubinos royal charity institution.

Embed from Getty Images

KIng Carl Gustaf XVI and Queen Silvia meet with Finland's speaker of parliament

Embed from Getty Images

20th April 2018 


Sophie, Countess of Wessex visited the Royal Botanic Gardens.

Embed from Getty Images

Crown Princess Mary opens a new crisis centre for women.

Embed from Getty Images

Queen Maxima speaks at the World Bank Spring meeting in Washington, D.C.

Embed from Getty Images

King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia host a lunch for Literature World members.

Embed from Getty Images

21st April 2018 


Prince Harry of Wales and fiance Meghan Markle attend a reception for the Invictus Games

Embed from Getty Images

In Honour Her Majesty The Queen's 92nd birthday a birthday concert was held at Royal Albert Hall. In attendance were Prince Charles of Walles, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Prince Harry of Wales, Miss Meghan Markle, Prince Andrew, Duke of York, Princess Beatrice of York, Princess Eugenie of York, Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex, Sophie, Countess of Wessex, Lady Louise Windsor, Princess Anne, The Princess Royal, Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Lawrence, Peter Phillips, Autumn Phillips, Prince Richard, Duke of Gloucester, Birgitte, Duchess of Gloucester, Prince Edward, Duke of Kent, Katharine, Duchess of Kent, Marie, Princess Michael of Kent, Princess Alexandra, The Honourable Lady Ogilvy and many other members of the Royal Family. 

Embed from Getty Images

Embed from Getty Images

Embed from Getty Images

King Philippe visits the Belgian Royal Scouts

Embed from Getty Images

Louis Ducruet, son of Princess Stephanie of Monaco visits Tokyo, Japan.


22nd April 2018 


Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene present winner Rafael Nadal, and runner up Kei Nishikori with their awards at the ATP Master's in Monte Carlo.

Embed from Getty Images

King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia arrive in Japan for an official visit.

Embed from Getty Images 

Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden meets with the UN Secretary General.

Embed from Getty Images

Happy Birthday King Willem-Alexander!!!



Happy 51st Birthday to King of The Netherlands, King Willem-Alexander who was born on April 27th in 1967. We wish him many, many more and hope he has a wonderful day full of celebrations. You can read more about The Netherlands's reigning monarch on his page by clicking on his name.

Embed from Getty Images

And we have a Name!!!!



After four days of waiting Prince William, Duke of Cambridge and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge have finally revealed the name of their youngest child. Welcome to the world Prince Louis Arthur Charles of Cambridge! The baptism will probably be sometime around July, stay tuned for more information.

Thursday 26 April 2018

Happy Birthday Prince Philippos


Happy 32nd Birthday to Prince Philippos of Greece & Denmark. Philippos is the youngest son and child of King Constantine II and Queen Anne Marie of Greece. He is currently 8th in line to the defunct Greek throne. Philippos is also a nephew to Queen Margrethe II of Denmark via his mother and to Queen Sofia of Spain via his father, making him a first cousin to Spain's current monarch, King Felipe. 

We wish Philippos a very happy birthday and hope he has many more in good health. 

Embed from Getty Images

Wednesday 25 April 2018

News since I've been gone

Since I last posted there have been many things going on out there in Royal land. Here's some of the biggies.

1). Prince Harry and Meghan Markle got engaged. November 27th saw the announcement of Meghan Markle's engagement. Their wedding will take place in May 19th so stay tuned for lots and lots of pictures!!! 



Embed from Getty Images

2). Princess Eugenie of York got engaged to her longtime boyfriend Jack Brooksbank. Their wedding will take place on October 12th 2018. This is a particularly exciting event for Britain and The Royal family as they haven't had a wedding of a princess since Princess Anne, The Princess Royal married her second husband in 1992. 

Embed from Getty Images

3). Louis Ducruet, son of Princess Stephanie of Monaco and 13th in line for the throne proposed to his girlfriend Marie Hoa Chevallier on February 12th 2018 whilst on holiday in Vietnam. No details on when the wedding is yet. Stay tuned. 

A post shared by Louis Ducruet (@louisducruet) on


4). Prince Henrik of Denmark, the husband and consort of Queen Margrethe passed away on February 13th 2018 after a short illness. 

Embed from Getty Images

Embed from Getty Images

Embed from Getty Images

Embed from Getty Images

Embed from Getty Images

Embed from Getty Images

Embed from Getty Images


Babies, babies and more babies

There must be something in the water in 2018 with many, many royal babies being born.

The first of the royal babies born this year was to Prince Hamzah of Jordan, and his second wife Princess Basmah. On February 7th they became proud parents to Princess Nafisa. The little girl joins her siblings Princess Haya from Hamzah's first marriage, as well as Princesses Zein, Noor and Badiya from her father's current marriage. Little Nafisa is not in the line of succession.

 The second of these royal children was born to Princess Madeleine of Sweden on March 9th. Princess Madeleine and her husband Christopher O'Neill welcomed a beautiful little girl, Princess Adrienne into their family. Adrienne joins older siblings Princess Leonore and Prince Nicolas. The baby princess is 10th in line to the Swedish Throne.


Leonore and Nicolas welcoming their little sister to the world. 

The third royal bub of 2018 is the daughter of Prince Malik of Brunei. Prince Malik is the son of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah and is 5th in line to the throne. He and his wife Raab'iatul welcomed their second daughter Princess Fathiyyah. Fathiyyah joins her older sister Muthee'ah. The girls are  not in the line of succession.

The fouth baby to grace us with their presence in 2018 has been the third child of Andrea Casiraghi and his wife Tatiana. Like the Swedes this is their third child, they are already parents to Alexandre 'Sasha' and India. On the 19th April 2018 they welcomed a second son, Max Rainier Casiraghi. Max is 8th in line to the throne of Monaco.

The ffith child is one we've all been waiting for, the third child of Prince William, Duke of Cambridge and his wife Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge. All things come in three this year I guess! On April 23rd 2018 they welcomed a son who is yet to be named (stay tuned). The little Prince of Cambridge joins siblings Prince George, and Princess Charlotte. He is fifth in line to the throne. This little one is the 6th great grandchild for Queen Elizabeth II.

Embed from Getty Images

Embed from Getty Images

Embed from Getty Images

We are also eagerly awaiting the birth of Pierre Casiraghi and Beatrice Borromeo's second child in the next month and in a few the arrival of another British royal baby, the second child of Zara Phillips and her husband Mike Tindall.

I'm Baaaaaaack!!!

                           I'm Baaaack!!!

I haven't blogged in ages. So many things have happened in the royal world since I last blogged. Working a full time job (I'm a high school teacher), maintaining a long distance relationship and joining the board of my Synagogue has taken up much of my free time. 

I love The Royal families of the world, and I love blogging about them. I have decided to make time to continue my hobby despite still working full time, still a member of the board, and still in a relationship (albeit not long distance anymore). 

Thank you all for being so patient with me whilst I was on hiatus. I hope to continue to entertain and inform you all with royal news.

Liat
xoxo