King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia of Sweden are hosting the Governor General and Viceregal Consort of Canada, David Johnston and Mrs. Sharon Johnston, on a four-day State Visit to Sweden from February 19th to 23rd. On the evening of February 20th, the King and Queen will host a glittering State Banquet at the Royal Palace of Stockholm in honour of their guests. Queen Silvia, Princess Sofia, and Princess Madeleine will be the three Swedish Royal Ladies in attendance. Vote Below on what Tiara you think they might wear: UPDATED- Check out the Canadian State banquet HERE Continue reading
Grand Duchess Maria Alexandrovna’s Fringe Tiara
Today’s glittering Fringe Tiara was a Romanov Wedding Gift that went from Russia to the United Kingdom, Germany, Spain, Romania, and Yugoslavia, before being eventually was sold in exile. Continue reading
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor
Argentine State Visit to Spain, 2009
Princess Olga’s Boucheron Diamond Tiara
Today’s stunning diamond tiara was worn for official portraits, controversial state visits, and events by three illustrious princesses from Russia, Greece, Yugoslavia, and Liechtenstein, who wore this piece throughout the 20th century, but it was eventually sold.
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Princess Christina of the Netherlands
Infanta Cristina Verdict
Infanta Cristina of Spain, sister of King Felipe, has been found not guilty of corruption charges following a lengthy trial for corruption and money fraud. However, her husband, Iñaki Urdangarin, has been convicted and sentenced to six years and three months and she has been fined 265, 000 euros. The couple were accused of defrauding taxpayers of funds through embezzlement and money laundering in excess of £4.5 million through the Noos Institute, a non-profit organisation. Infanta Cristina was a member of the board, and Iñaki served as the director. The couple have for children and were married in 1997. Continue reading
King Carl Gustav and Queen Silvia in Canada, 1988
King Carl Gustav and Queen Silvia in Canada, 1988
Banquet at Claridges Hotel, 1987
Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall in Brixton
The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall visited Brixton on February 16th. They visited the Black Cultural Archives and the Ebony Horse Club. Continue reading
Princess Helena Victoria’s Honeysuckle Tiara
Today’s Tiara belonged to three fascinating British Princesses, all granddaughters of Queen Victoria, who unlike their more famous cousins on European thrones, wore this piece as background British royals throughout the twentieth century. As always, click on the underlined / highlighted links to get to the post about a person / tiara / or event. Continue reading
Danish State Visit to Belgium, 1968
Viceroy’s House
Viceroy’s House, 2017
Three Queens in Mourning
Duchess of Cornwall in Bristol
The Duchess of Cornwall carried out a series of engagements in Bristol on February 14th. She attended a tea party, took to the dance floor, and met survivors of domestic abuse, before taking a stroll down and visiting stores in North Street. Continue reading
Duchess of Cambridge at RAF Wittering
The Duchess of Cambridge visited RAF Wittering in Peterborough, Cambridge on February 14th. She is the Honorary Air Commandant of the Air Cadet Organisation. Continue reading
Queen opens National Cyber Security Centre
The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh opened the National Cyber Security Centre in London on February 14th. The visit highlighted the UK’s efforts to combat a growing wave of cyber attacks. This is Queen and Duke’s first public engagement after their return to London. Continue reading
Queen and Duke on Honeymoon, 1947
Patricia Knatchbull, 2nd Countess Mountbatten
Duke of Cambridge launches Centrepoint Helpline
The Duke of Cambridge officially launched the Centrepoint Helpline at The Mix in London on February 13th. The Duke is Patron of Centrepoint, which aims to give homeless young people a future, since 2005. Continue reading