On 2 June 1953, the world watched in awe as Queen Elizabeth II was crowned in Westminster Abbey. At just 27 years old, she stood at the centre of a ceremony steeped in a thousand years of tradition – a glittering pageant of symbolism, sanctity, and sovereignty. Her coronation was the first to be broadcast on television, allowing millions around the world to witness the splendour from their living rooms.
Continue reading “The Fashion of Elizabeth II’s Coronation: Styled by Norman Hartnell”Born on November 26, 1869, at Marlborough House, Maud Charlotte Mary Victoria—known as Princess Maud of Wales—was the youngest daughter and fifth child of Edward VII and Queen Alexandra. Among her godparents were King Charles XV of Sweden and Tsarina Maria Feodorovna of Russia.
With such close ties to European royalty, it was only natural that she attended multiple coronations throughout her lifetime. Fortunately, many of the gowns she wore to these historic events have been preserved and later donated to the National Museum of Norway by her son, King Olav V. Known for her impeccable elegance and style, Queen Maud left behind a remarkable fashion legacy. Let’s take a closer look at the coronation gowns of Norway’s first queen.
Continue reading “Style and Splendour: The Coronation Gowns of Queen Maud”
On this day in 1863, Princess Alexandra of Denmark, eldest daughter of the heir to the Danish throne, married Prince Albert Edward, the Prince of Wales.
Continue reading “Exploring Queen Alexandra’s Royal Wedding Attire”
On this day in 1922, Princess Mary, the only daughter of King George V and Queen Mary, married Viscount Henry Lascelles at Westminster Abbey.
Mary and Henry were already acquainted, having moved in similar social circles. However, it was at the Grand National in 1921 that they became closer. Over the following months, their friendship developed, and they met several times at country house parties, including one at Chatsworth – the Duchess of Devonshire was reportedly not surprised by the engagement when the announcement was made. Invitations to Sandringham and Balmoral followed, and, in November, Henry was invited to join the King’s shooting party at Sandringham. It was there, in the woods, that he proposed. Mary’s parents gave their consent, and Queen Mary wrote in her diary:
Continue reading “Royal Fashion: Princess Mary’s 1922 Wedding Style”I make no secret of the fact that Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden is one of my favourite stylish royals – in fact, she’s only just edged into second place by Queen Maxima of the Netherlands. From her elegant, ivory duchesse silk wedding gown by Pär Engsheden, to her vibrant, princess-worthy gowns, and those tailored trouser suits that she absolutely rocks!!
And while she does look stunning in couture, and my personal favourite will always be this one-shoulder, beaded Elie Saab gown that she first debuted at her pre-wedding ball in 2010:
I also love how she is also not afraid to include more accessible pieces in her wardrobe.
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Mistress of the Robes 