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Weekend Royal Recap

Jun 19

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Wrapping Up Ascot 2011

The last few days at Ascot have brought some royal interest…

Carole Middleton at Ascot 2011

Day 3: On Ladies’ Day, the big news was that Kate’s parents, Michael and Carole Middleton, joined the royal carriage procession and were in the royal box with the Queen.  Lovely!  While the Countess of Wessex has had her father in Ascot for years, no one ever recalls Diana’s or Fergie’s parents ever invited.  Significantly, it was the Queen’s invitation, showing their welcome into the royal fold. Carole Middleton looked the epitome of elegance in a cream Catherine Walker suit and matching hat.
Articles: Mirror | Daily Mail
Pictures: Isopix| Rex Features

Day 4:  Prince Andrew spotted with a mystery brunette.  Probably nothing, but  the Duke of York spent much of the day with a brunette in an oversized hat.  He also took time to chat with an ex-flame – blonde TV presenter Catrina Skepper
Article: Daily Mail
Pictures: Getty Images | Rex Features

Day 5: The Queen was in blue, but most of the talk surrounded Princess Eugenie, who came with a figure-hugging red dress by Alexander McQueen – almost the red version of what Pippa won during the royal wedding.  Eugenie was accompanied by her boyfriend Jack Brooksbank.  Later, she awarded the cup for the winner of the Chesham Stakes.
Article: Daily Mail
Pictures: Isopix

William & Kate’s Canada/California Tour

The next big event will be the Duke & Duchess of Cambridge’s first official overseas tour, bringing them around Canada a  nd LA on 30 June to 10 July.  Media interest is massive.  So far, a detailed itinerary for the LA visit has been released.  Canada’s itinerary comes next week.

Other William & Kate Tidbits:

Zara & Mike

Gearing up for the second Royal Wedding of the year!  Zara Phillips weds rugby player Mike Tindall on July 30.

… which leads us to Prince Harry & Chelsy

Pippa Middleton

Two weeks ago, Pippa participated in a triathlon.  This weekend, she was seen in Scotland in a duathlon – running and cycling from coast to coast.  Article: Daily Mail

Pictures: Isopix | Zimbio

And in other news, Earl Spencer (Diana’s brother) marries for the 3rd time in a small, private ceremony in Althorp. Neither William nor Harry was there.  William’s working in Anglesey and Harry has prior private commitments.

 

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Details: William & Kate’s California Visit

Jun 15

Posted by britishroyals in HM The Queen & Duke, Prince William, Prince William & Catherine, Princess Beatrice, Princess Eugenie, The Duchess of Cambridge | No Comments

William & Kate’s California Itinerary Released!

8 July (Friday):
- UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) reception at the Beverly Hilton Hotel, meeting young entrepreneurs
- Consular General’s residence in LA, meeting key politicians and celebs

9 July (Saturday):
- Santa Barbara Polo Club. William will play; Kate will present the prizes
- BAFTA “Brits to Watch” reception at Belasco Theater, Downtown LA. Black tie event to promote young British artists

10 July (Sunday):
- Visit to Inner City Arts in Skid Row, helping disadvantaged and homeless children through art
- War Vets event at Sony Studios, strengthening links between UK and US armed forces

William and Kate will have a (very small) entourage of 7 for their tour.  Kate will be bring her hairdresser James Pryce and an admin assistant to help with her wardrobe.  No lady-in-waiting.  She declined the offer of a dresser.  The tour will be a “double act,” meaning NO solo engagement or speeches from Kate just yet.  Although the couple may go separately on walkabouts.

Their private secretary Jamie Lowther-Pinkerton has also said that any talk of hiring staff for their Kensington Palace home has been put on hold until evaluation at the end of the year.  As for now, they say they don’t need a housekeeper/dresser. ( Details )

Related Articles: LA itinerary |  Pared-down entourage | No public speech for Kate yet

The itinerary for the Duke & Duchess of Cambridge’s Canada Tour will be released next week

Future engagements for William & Kate

  • 25 June: On Armed Forces Day, William & Kate are to present Elizabeth Cross to families of fallen Irish Guards, and present medals to others who completed tours to Helmand.  This will be Kate’s first military function. ( Details )
  • 1 July: On Canada Day, the royal couple will be in Ottawa.  They arrive in a Landau around noon, and will watch the noon show.  After, William is to make a short speech before they’ll do a walkabout to greet the crowds. ( Details )

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Royals at Ascot 2011

The Royal Family were out in full force again today as day one of Ascot kicked off. Her Majesty, Prince Charles, Camilla, Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie arrived together in horse-drawn carriages to celebrate the event’s 300th year. And once again, all eyes were on the hats.

The Queen was elegant in mint green. The young princesses had a more toned-down look. The Countess of Wessex had the biggest hat of them all, and the Duchess of Cornwall recycles her Royal Wedding dress.

Article: Daily Mail
Pictures: Rex Features
Video: Royal Ascot Procession 2011

Chelsy Davy

Chelsy Davy is back in London.  So far, she’s been seen meeting pals for drinks on one day and then attending a Matthew Morrison concert and after-party on the next day.  A guy (not Prince Harry) was pictured sharing a car with her on her way home.

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Royals at Garter Day, Prince Philip’s 90th

Jun 13

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After a very happy appearance at the Trooping the Colour parade on Saturday, the royals continue their busy weekend celebrating the Duke of Edinburgh’s 90th birthday on Sunday, and participating in the Order of the Garter ceremony on Monday.

Garter Day


Each year in June a procession and service take place at Windsor Castle for the Order of the Garter. The Order is the senior and oldest British Order of Chivalry, founded by Edward III in 1348. The Queen, as Sovereign of the Order, attends the service along with other members of the Royal family in the Order, including Prince Philip, Prince Charles, Prince Andrew, Prince Edward Princess Anne, and latest, Prince William — who all donned their ostrich plume caps and velvet robes.

Royals in attendance today were the spouses: Duchess of Cornwall, the Countess of Wessex, and the person everyone was waiting to see — the Duchess of Cambridge.  Kate wore a dove-grey coat with a matching fascinator.   A big smile from his wife reportedly made Prince William blush during the procession.  After the service, William and Kate joined Prince Charles and Camilla in a carriage ride back to Windsor Castle.

Article: Daily Mail | Telegraph | People
Pictures: Getty Images | DayLife | Isopix | Rex Features

Prince Philip’s 90th Birthday Celebration

The Duke of Edinburgh turns 90

The Duke of Edinburgh turned 90 on June 10, but the royal family celebrated his landmark birthday on June 12 with a private church service with up to 750 guests (including some foreign royals) at St George’s Chapel.  There was a reception and lunch at Windsor Castle after.  Everyone in the family was present, including the new Duke & Duchess of Cambridge.

The Rt Rev David Conner, who gave the sermon in St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle, made the congregation laugh when he told them the Duke “doesn’t like to the praised”.  But he went on to insist that despite Philip not wanting to be the topic of conversation, praise was due for the royal has been a tireless supporter of the Queen and more than 800 charities.

Articles: Telegraph
Pictures: Getty Images
Videos:  ITN | BBC

William & Kate attend Prince Philip's 90th birthday service

Kate recycles her wardrobe. Once again, focus on the newlyweds, who arrived with Prince Harry.  What did the new Princess Catherine wear?  Recycled coat.  Recycled dress.  Recycled shoes.  Good on her!  She wore the coat in 2009 for a friends wedding, the dress on the day after her wedding, and the shoes from the recent derby.  The day before, after the Trooping the Colour parade, she and Pippa attended the wedding of friend Sam Waley-Cohen in another recycled dress.

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William & Harry Play Polo for Charity

Prince Harry & Prince William. Sentebale Polo Cup 2011

After a private reception with the royal family for Prince Philip’s 90th, Princes William & Harry played for opposing teams for the Sentebale Polo Cup. Torrential rain didn’t stop the the brothers. Who won? Prince William’s Tusk Trust team beat Prince Harry’s Sentebale.

After the polo Harry hosted a fundraising dinner where a charity auction was held to raise funds for Sentebale, while William left to join his wife Kate for another private royal family function.

Article: Daily Mail
Pictures: Getty Images

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Trooping the Colour 2011

Jun 11

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Another glorious day for the Royal Family as they come out to celebrate the Queen’s official birthday with the annual Trooping the Colour parade. The Queen’s actual birthday is April 21, but for decades the event has traditionally taken place on the second Saturday in June.

This year was extra special as Her Majesty turned 85. It was also Prince William’s first trooping parade, having been appointed Colonel of the Irish Guards this year ahead of his wedding. He rode alongside Prince Charles and Princess Anne behind the Queen’s carriage. His new wife, Kate, also participated in her first ceremonial function as a member of the Royal Family. She joined Camilla, Prince Andrew and Prince Harry in a carriage to Horse Guards Parade where hundreds of soldiers paraded in honour of the Queen. Kate wore a dress coat by Alexander McQueen and an elaborate black hat.

The senior royals present were: The Queen & Duke of Edinburgh, the Prince of Wales & the Duchess of Cornwall, the Duke & Duchess of Cambridge, Prince Harry, the Princess Royal, the Duke of York & Princess Eugenie, and the Earl & Countess of Wessex with their daughter Lady Louise.

After the parade, in a scene reminiscent of the recent royal wedding, everyone returned to Buckingham Palace and watched a flypast in the balcony. Big cheers for the birthday pair (the Queen, who turned 85, and the Duke of Edinburgh, who turned 90 yesterday), and even bigger cheers for the newlyweds


Also do not miss the video of the Royal Family’s balcony appearance via Sky News (scroll down)

Articles: Daily Mail | Sky News | Telegraph
Pictures: Getty Images | Isopix | BBC | Wenn

After the Trooping the Colour parade, Kate had a quick change of clothes and drove herself to west Berkshire to attend the wedding of good friend Sam Waley-Cohen to Annabel Ballin. Although he denies it, Sam has been credited to help William & Kate get back together after their split in 2007. He was also the mastermind of the charity Roller Disco where Kate was (infamously) pictured falling on her back side. Kate recycled an old dress for the event and was there with sister Pippa. All in attendance was Princess Beatrice with her boyfriend Dave Clark.

Articles: Daily Mail
Pictures: Getty Images
Video: Kate (trying very hard to keep a low profile) & Pippa at Sam Waley-Cohen’s wedding

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Chelsy Davy

For the Harry-watchers, there’s big news.  After a month-long road trip around Europe, Chelsy Davy is back in London!  Wonder if she’ll make an appearance at Sunday’s polo.

Pippa Middleton

The Yorks

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William & Kate Dazzle at ARK Charity Gala

Jun 10

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Absolutely sparkling! Prince William & Princess Catherine stepped out in their first public function as a married couple in support of the 10th Anniversary Gala for the charity ARK (Absolute Return for Kids). The children’s charity benefit took place in a custom-made marquee at Perks Field, just a stone’s throw from Kensington Palace, where the couple are set to have an apartment as their London home. The charity went on to raise £17.2m by the end of the night.

Prince William made his first public speech since his wedding, launching a four-year collaboration between his own charitable organization, the Foundation of Prince William & Prince Harry, and ARK.

Fashion: William looked smart in his tuxedo, but all eyes were on Kate, who was literally glowing in a powder pink sequin-embellished ballgown by British designer Jenny Packham (website).  You can get the dress here (update: Sorry, already sold out!).  She paired the dress with a pair of pink LK Bennett Agata sandals and carried a Prada clutch.  No doubt her latest choices are currently flying off the shelves.

William & Kate arrive at the ARK charity gala

Another Video: Prince William’s speech at the charity.  Hilarious intro!

Articles: Daily Mail | Telegraph | The Sun
Pictures: Getty Images | My Royals | Rex Features

 

Prince Philip turns 90!

A big, warm birthday greeting to the Duke of Edinburgh, who turns 90 today!  A steadfast beacon and silent partner to the Queen.  Truly a remarkable gem of a royal!

It’s work as usual today for the Duke of Edinburgh. His birthday will be celebrated on June 12 with a church service with the royal family followed by a champagne reception.

Send him a birthday message!

Prince Harry & marriage: “Not for a long time”

Blushing Prince Harry was put on the spot over his intentions towards on-off girlfriend Chelsy Davy (are they currently on or off? Latest reports say off). Harry was attending the annual Founder’s Day parade at London’s Royal Hospital – home to the world famous Chelsea Pensioners – when he was caught out by cheeky former soldier William Titchmarsh, who asked: “So when are you getting married then?”

“Not for a long time,” Harry replied. “Who put you up to do that to me?!”

Article: Daily Mail
Pictures: Getty Images

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