The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visited Birmingham for a day of engagements on November 22nd. Continue reading
Duke and Duchess of Cambridge in Birmingham
Duchess of Braganza
Portuguese Royal Tiaras
Happy Birthday to the Duchess of Braganza, who turns 51 today! Despite being Heads of a deposed Royal Family, the Duke and Duchess enjoy a semi-official role in Portugal, which dictates their presence at ceremonial events, including State Banquets. Thus, the Duchess has more Tiara events than her fellow deposed royal ladies. In honour of the Duchess’ birthday, we are taking a look at the Portuguese Royal Tiaras- Continue reading
Enthronement of King Juan Carlos of Spain, 1975
Enthronements and Coronations mark the handing over of power from one generation to another, but in Spain on this day in 1975, the Enthronement of King Juan Carlos heralded the return of the Spanish Monarchy, more than 40 years after its abolishment. Continue reading
Queen opens Baltic Exchange Extension, 1956
Queen and Duke of Edinburgh’s 70th Anniversary Dinner
Wedding of Queen Elizabeth II and Duke of Edinburgh
Happy 70th Anniversary to the Queen and Duke of Edinburgh, who were married at Westminster Abbey on this day in 1947! In honour of the couple’s Platinum Anniversary, we are taking a look at the post-war wedding of the then Princess Elizabeth to then then Lt. Philip Mountbatten (formerly Prince Philip of Greece)- Continue reading
Queen Maud of Norway
Monaco National Day 2017
Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene of Monaco were joined by members of the Monegasque Princely Family for the annual National Day Celebrations in Monte Carlo on November 19th. National Day, also known as The Sovereign Prince’s Day, is held on the day of St. Rainier, the namesake saint of Prince Rainier II, father of Prince Albert. Continue reading
Queen and Duke of Edinburgh’s Golden Wedding Anniversary
The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh are celebrating their Platinum (70th) Wedding Anniversary tomorrow! This year, they will mark the occasion privately and quietly. However, we are flashing back to their lavish Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebrations, which included a service at Westminster Abbey, lunch at the Guildhall, and most importantly for us: a Gala Concert at the Royal Festival Hall and a Ball at Windsor Castle. Continue reading
Queen’s Engagement Ring
Happy Platinum (70th) Anniversary to the Queen and Duke of Edinburgh! With one of the largest jewellery collections in the world, the Queen is always adorned with valuable and historic jewels. In honour of the very special anniversary of the longest-married royal couple, we are taking a look at the Queen’s most personal jewel- her diamond engagement ring. Continue reading
Queen’s Wedding Gift Bracelet
Happy Platinum (70th) Anniversary to the Queen and Duke of Edinburgh! With one of the largest jewellery collections in the world, the Queen is always adorned with valuable and historic jewels. In honour of this very special anniversary, we are taking a look at the Queen’s most special jewels- her Wedding Gift Bracelet from the Duke of Edinburgh. Continue reading
Royal Variety Performance, 1957
Royals at Odeon Cinema, 1949
Wedding of Prince Joachim of Denmark and Alexandra Manley
Three Kings and Five Queens led the Royal Guests and Relatives from around Europe at the magnificent Wedding of Prince Joachim of Denmark and Alexandra Manley at Frederiksborg Castle on this day in 1995, following a Ball at Fredensborg Palace.
Queen Astrid of Belgium
Princess Anne at Royal Agricultural Winter Fair, 1974
Queen in Kingston upon Hull
Queen Elizabeth II visited Kingston upon Hull in the East Riding of Yorkshire, on November 16th, to mark its year as the United Kingdom’s City of Culture. Continue reading
Queen in Malta, 1967
Royal Command Film Performance, 1954
