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10 Kate Middleton Funny Faces To Distract Us From Another Bikini Photo Scandal

February 12th, 2013 // 1 Comment
Kate Middleton Artistic Gymnastics Mens Pommel Horse Finals Olympics
Kate Middleton Reiss Dress Michelle Obama Buckingham Palace
Kate Middleton Prince William Track Field Event Olympics 2012
Kate Middleton Canada Day Canadian Museum Of Civilization
Kate Middleton Alexander McQueen Sweater Dress Wimbledon Day Nine
Kate Middleton Women's Team Synchronized Swimming Technical Routine Olympics
Kate Middleton Hobbes Dress Bacon's College England
Sophie Countess Wessex Lady Louise Windsor Kate Middleton Eton Dorney Paralympic Games
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The Duchess Diary
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While Italian magazine Chi is digging themselves a big ole’ hole by publishing new photos of the Duchess of Cambridge, SOCIALITE LIFE would like to distract the masses with 10 wonderfully entertaining faces made by Her Royal Highness.

Back in September, Chi followed French Closer‘s lead by publishing topless photos of Catherine while she was on holiday in France.  Now, Chi has published images of the pregnant Duchess in a bikini, walking along the beach in Mustique with Prince William.

According to royal reporter Richard Palmer, St. James’s Palace issued a statement over the photos earlier today.  Read More »

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‘The Duchess Diary:’ A King’s Remains And Royally Inspired Home Design [VIDEO]

February 8th, 2013 // Leave a Comment
Exploring Abdication
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This week’s episode of The Duchess Diary explores the real story behind Plantagenet king Richard III, whose remains were found in a Leicester, England parking lot last September.  Despite his reputation, historians are coming to the conclusion that Richard wasn’t all that bad.

We chatted with fellow royal enthusiast Kiyo Ohara, the creator and designer of Dragon 88 home design.  Ohara brought to the studio some of her gorgeous creations, including a Union Jacket print pillow, a honey gold faux fur throw inspired by one the Duchess of Cambridge’s feather fascinators, and velvet paisley throws and pillows fit for a queen.

Ohara has dressed up some of the world’s finest hotels.  Learn more about her fantastic work here.  Read More »

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William And Kate Pop Over To Mustique, Kate’s Next Engagement Announced

February 5th, 2013 // Leave a Comment
Duchess Kate At Camp
Catherine Duchess Cambridge Zara Jeans Top Wellies Expanding Horizons Outdoor Camp Kent
HRH's low-key visit to Kent. 38 Photos »
Diana and William
Diana Princess Wales Holds Princes William Airport Scotland
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Kate's Gorgeous Locks
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Pregnant Kate Middleton Leaves The Hospital With William

The Sun reported yesterday that the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are currently on holiday in Mustique.  The couple joined the Middleton family for a vacation on the Caribbean island, as they did last year around the same time.

“Both William and Kate were hoping her condition would not stop her from making the eight-hour flight to Barbados and the connection to Mustique,” a source told the paper (via HELLO! Magazine).

“A month ago such a journey would have been unthinkable for her, so this is a clear sign she has made a virtual recovery.”

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Kate Middleton Family Grantley Adams International Airport 2007
Kate Middleton Skirt Waiting Seychelles Airport 2007
Kate Middleton Skirt Waiting Seychelles Airport 2007
Kate Middleton Family Grantley Adams International Airport 2007
Kate Middleton Skirt Waiting Seychelles Airport 2007
Kate Middleton Skirt Waiting Seychelles Airport 2007
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The island is known for its privacy, and the resort where the group is staying has increased its security measures.

After this trip, the Duchess of Cambridge will visit Hope House in South London on February 19th.  The facility is run by Action on Addiction, one of the four charities Catherine officially supports.  Read More »

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‘The Carrie Diaries’ Goes Royal Wedding! [PHOTOS]

February 4th, 2013 // Leave a Comment
Carrie Bradshaw Princess Diana CW The Carrie Diaries
Princess Diana Prince Charles Leave St Paul's Cathedral London 1981
Princess Diana Prince Charles Kiss Balcony Buckingham Palace 1981
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Princess Diana Spencer Family Tiara St Paul's Cathedral
Carrie Bradshaw Princess Diana CW The Carrie Diaries
Carrie Bradshaw Princess Diana CW The Carrie Diaries
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Queen Elizabeth & William
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Oh, stop it.  I think I might love Carrie Bradshaw in high school more than I love Carrie Bradshaw in her 30s.

In tonight’s episode (“Fright Night”) Bradshaw (played by AnnaSophia Robb) dresses up as Diana, Princess of Wales on her wedding day.  She takes along Walt as her Prince Charles (albeit it a better-looking one).

Bradshaw gets an A for effort, even if her Emanuel knock-off isn’t nearly as poofy as Diana’s was.  Read More »

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The Duchess Diary: Kate Middleton’s Dad To Get A Peerage Title? [VIDEO]

February 1st, 2013 // Leave a Comment
HM's Jubilee Gifts
Ascot Races
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Elizabeth's 1947 Speech
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Pippa Carole Middleton Take Stroll Through Kings Road London
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Where's the girl power, Queen Bea?

When Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands announced she will abdicate the throne in favor of her son, Prince Willem-Alexander, few eyebrows were raised.

The more important matter was whether or not Queen Elizabeth, 86, would ever do the same.  The answer is a simple “no,” but it’s a valid question, given Her Majesty’s age.

one's jolly good jaunt on the tube
Prince Charles Camilla Duchess Cornwall Ride London Underground Celebrate 150th Anniversary
Prince Charles Camilla Duchess Cornwall Ride London Underground Celebrate 150th Anniversary
Prince Charles Camilla Duchess Cornwall Ride London Underground Celebrate 150th Anniversary
Prince Charles Camilla Duchess Cornwall Ride London Underground Celebrate 150th Anniversary
Prince Charles Camilla Duchess Cornwall Ride London Underground Celebrate 150th Anniversary
Prince Charles and The Duchess of Cornwall celebrate 150 years of the London Underground with a ride on a tube train
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However, the Queen took her vows very seriously on June 2nd, 1953 and will remain sovereign until her very last breath.  Read More »

Penny Junor on William
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Prince Charles And Camilla Make Sure They Weren’t Pickpocketed On The Tube [PHOTOS]

January 30th, 2013 // 1 Comment
Prince Charles Camilla Duchess Cornwall Ride London Underground Celebrate 150th Anniversary
Prince Charles Camilla Duchess Cornwall Ride London Underground Celebrate 150th Anniversary
Prince Charles Camilla Duchess Cornwall Ride London Underground Celebrate 150th Anniversary
Prince Charles Camilla Duchess Cornwall Ride London Underground Celebrate 150th Anniversary
Prince Charles Camilla Duchess Cornwall Ride London Underground Celebrate 150th Anniversary
Prince Charles and The Duchess of Cornwall celebrate 150 years of the London Underground with a ride on a tube train
Prince Charles and The Duchess of Cornwall celebrate 150 years of the London Underground with a ride on a tube train
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Arriving at Farringdon tube station in their Bentley this morning, Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall were handed special edition Oyster cards (tube passes) for a ride to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the London Underground.

camilla and kate enjoy the queen's diamond jubilee celebrations
Camilla Duchess of Cornwall Catherine Duchess Cambridge Diamond Jubilee Reception Guildhall London England
Senior Royals Service Thanksgiving St. Paul's Cathedral London
Camilla Duchess of Cornwall Duke And Duchess Of Cornwall Thames River Jubilee Pageant London
Camilla Duchess of Cornwall Duchess Of Cambridge Thames River Jubilee Pageant London
Queen Elizabeth Camilla Duchess Cornwall Tom Jones Diamond Jubilee Concert Buckingham Palace
Camilla Duchess of Cornwall Duke And Duchess Of Cambridge Prince Harry Thames River Jubilee Pageant London
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According to the Daily Mail, Farringdon Station was one of the first to be built in 1863 and is known as “the birthplace” of the tube.

The Mail (and a few other outlets) noticed that the train that the couple took was clean, on time and air conditioned, something that is not always true of public transportation (can I get an amen?).  Read More »

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Will And Kate’s Dog, Lupo Named One Of Tatler’s Most Fascinating People

January 29th, 2013 // 2 Comments

Mmmmmk, so Tatler Magazine has named the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge‘s cocker spaniel one of Britain’s most fascinating people.

What?

will and kate's royal walkabout
Catherine Duchess Of Cambridge Alexander McQueen Dress Gardens By The Bay Singapore
Catherine Duchess Of Cambridge Alexander McQueen Dress Gardens By The Bay Singapore
Catherine Duchess Of Cambridge Alexander McQueen Dress Gardens By The Bay Singapore
Prince William Catherine Duchess Of Cambridge Alexander McQueen Gardens By The Bay
Catherine Duchess Of Cambridge Alexander McQueen Dress Gardens By The Bay Singapore
Catherine Duchess Of Cambridge Alexander McQueen Dress Gardens By The Bay Singapore
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Lupo was one of the society’s magazine’s most searched-for personalities on its website.

Lupo is Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge’s cocker spaniel and, joyfully, he has started to make public appearances at polo matches if his master is competing. Lives in North Wales (he’s wonderful at keeping Kate company while William is away on RAF business) and LOVES Prince Harry. Can’t stand tabloid intrusions, has a dedicated Twitter account.

The March issue is available on newsstands everywhere this Friday.  On its site, Tatler instructs reaers to “study very closely indeed.  You need to know who they are.”

lupo and kate take a stroll near kensington palace
Duchess Catherine Hat Shearling Coat Kensington Gardens Lupo
Duchess Catherine Hat Shearling Coat Kensington Gardens Lupo
Duchess Catherine Hat Shearling Coat Kensington Gardens Lupo
Duchess Catherine Hat Shearling Coat Kensington Gardens Lupo
Duchess Catherine Hat Shearling Coat Kensington Gardens Lupo
Duchess Catherine Hat Shearling Coat Kensington Gardens Lupo
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Sorry Charlie: Queen Elizabeth Won’t Give Up The Throne [PHOTOS]

January 29th, 2013 // Leave a Comment
Queen Beatrix Netherlands Celebrates Queen Margrethe II Birthday
Queen Beatrix Netherlands Queen Elizabeth Sovereign's Luncheon Windsor Castle
Queen Beatrix Netherlands Prince Willem Alexander Heir To Throne Pushkin Fine Arts Museum 2001
Prince Willem Alexander Princess Maxima Dutch Visit Caribbean
Queen Beatrix Netherlands Luxembourg Official Visit
Princess Maxima Prince Willem Alexander Brunei Official Visit
King Albert Belgium Queen Beatrix Prince Philip Queen Elizabeth French First Lady Bernadette Chirac D Day 60th Anniversary 2004
Queen Elizabeth Greets Queen Beatrix Rotterdam Airport 2007
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The Queen Through The Years
Queen Elizabeth II Royal Maundy Day
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Yesterday, Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands really let down the sisterhood by announcing she will abdicate the Dutch throne come April 30th.  Her mother, Queen Juliana and grandmother, Queen Wilhemina each did the same when they reached their seventies, so when the announcement came yesterday, royal watchers weren’t surprised.

Today, the question on everyone’s mind is: “Will Queen Elizabeth do the same?”

Certainly not.  Her Majesty took a vow of duty on June 2nd, 1953 and dedicated her “whole life, whether it be long or short” to serving as sovereign on her 21st birthday.  The job is a lifelong commitment and, in my mind, can’t just be passed down to the heir because one grows tired of ruling his or her country.

tiaras, tiaras, tiaras at the luxembourg royal wedding dinner
Princess Caroline Of Monaco Luxembourg Royal Wedding Dinner Gala
Countess Louisa de Lannoy Count Christian de Lannoy Luxembourg Royal Wedding Gala Dinner
Princess Maxima of the Netherlands Luxembourg Royal Wedding Dinner Gala
Princess Mathilde of Belgium Luxembourg Royal Wedding Dinner Gala
Viviane Reding Vice President European Commission Gala Dinner Royal Wedding Luxembourg
Crown Prince Willem Alexander Princess Maxima of The Netherlands Luxembourg Royal Wedding Dinner Gala
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I emailed Richard Palmer of the Daily Express, a veteran royal reporter whose opinion on the matter I was quite curious about.  I asked Palmer if this was at all possible in England, a question I knew the answer to before he even had a chance to respond.

“You never know what might happen,” Palmer wrote, “but we are always led to believe by historians and royal advisers that the Brits just don’t go in for it.   Read More »

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