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”
Mistress of the Robes 