Kate Middleton has reportedly flouted a culinary convention adhered to by Queen Elizabeth II, after a heartwarming interaction with a young admirer revealed her preferred treat.
29.04.2024 - 16:31 / ok.co.uk
With almost 2,000 guests in attendance, a million fans camped outside and over 36 million viewers watching from home, people were eager to catch the first glimpse of Kate Middleton ’s bridal gown. Already renowned for her simple yet elegant style, royal experts had been speculating for months over what type of dress Kate would opt for.
And from the moment she was pictured stepping out of the car to greet the waiting audience in a long-sleeved lace gown designed by Alexander McQueen’s then-creative director Sarah Burton, bridal fashion was forever changed. “Kate’s dress is still a huge favourite and one we see brides regularly use as inspiration,” bridal expert and Head of Strategy at Guides for Brides Nikita Thorne tells OK! “Even over a decade on, it is so highly searched for and it really was a turning point in bridal fashion, ushering in a whole new style.” The stunning gown had a boned bodice to cinch in the waist and padding around the hips to create a more extreme silhouette.
The underskirt had trim crafted from English and French Chantilly lace and the ivory silk tulle had hand-cut flowers placed on using the Carrickmacross lace technique.
Nikita explains that prior to Kate and William’s 2011 nuptials, bridal fashion was varied but tended to favour a particular style: “The strapless gown with a sweetheart neckline was the most popular choice. Material was often heavy layers of satin and tulle as well as textured skirts.
Kate Middleton has reportedly flouted a culinary convention adhered to by Queen Elizabeth II, after a heartwarming interaction with a young admirer revealed her preferred treat.
Kate Middleton paid a touching tribute to the late Queen during her surprise cameo at last year's Eurovision final in Liverpool. The Princess of Wales delighted fans with her piano skills and radiant appearance in the opening minutes of the show.
Beauty buffs are heaping praise on an anti-wrinkle cream that Kate Middleton's personal makeup artist insists she 'swears by'. The face serum, which contains ingredients that mimic Botox without the needles, is developed and produced in Germany, and can be difficult to get your hands on in the UK - but can be found on Amazon, and it's on sale.
The family of Kate Middleton are currently mourning the loss of a close family friend, Tony Henman, who has reportedly died.The Princess of Wales’ parents Carole and Michael Middleton were said to be close to Tony, who was the father of tennis legend Tim Henman. According to reports, Tony died on Friday at the age of 84, the Daily Mail reports.
Prince William and Kate Middleton are reportedly too preoccupied to address the ongoing issues with Prince Harry, according to a royal expert. The Prince and Princess of Wales lack the "will or the strength" to tackle what's been dubbed 'the Prince Harry problem', as the Duke of Sussex makes his anticipated return to the UK.
touched down in London to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games.Later that day, Harry’s reps confirmed to The Post that he will not be meeting up with his estranged father this week due to King Charles’ “full” schedule.What’s more, the rest of the royals have made no plans to see him during his brief visit to London, which includes the Prince and Princess of Wales.“Harry would love to reconnect with Kate,” Christopher Andersen, who penned “The King: The Life of Charles III,” told Fox News.“They were once extremely close, and Harry was hit hard by the news of her cancer diagnosis, which he learned about just the way the rest of us did, via Kate’s shocking video.”“Unfortunately, it doesn’t appear [Prince] William is willing to let his brother anywhere near his ailing wife,” he added.Andersen said there has been “too much drama” between the two camps that has caused “lingering bitterness on everyone’s part.”“The chances of even a meeting between Harry and the rest of the royal family, much less some sort of reconciliation, seem extremely slim,” he added.In a further blow to the exiled royal, Harry was reportedly forced to check into a hotel room after not being offered a bed at any royal residences peppered across the country. He also won’t be seeing King Charles while in the UK.
trip to the UK — unless a certain someone pressures her to.The Princess of Wales, 42, will only agree to the meeting on one condition: if the order comes from King Charles III.“The king asks, she will do it, but Charles being the sensitive and understanding soul he is, would be unlikely to ask such a favor from his adored daughter-in-law,” author Ingrid Seward told the Mirror.“The time must be right, and it is not right now,” the royal expert added. Harry, 39, has returned to his native land this week for the 10th anniversary of his Invictus Games.He has not seen Middleton since she publicly revealed her cancer diagnosis last month.The Duke of Sussex did, however, fly to the UK after learning of his father’s own cancer diagnosis in February.Harry’s rep already confirmed to The Post that Harry will not be meeting up with Charles, 75, in London due to the king’s “full” schedule.
It's been more than a year now since King Charles' Coronation and there have been many ups and downs for the monarch to navigate over the first few months of his reign. Health issues have faced the King himself, after his cancer diagnosis was announced in January,. as the royals also face Kate Middleton's own cancer battle.
Kate Middleton has reportedly set just one condition for meeting with Prince Harry should he visit the UK this week. According to royal commentator Ingrid Seward, the Princess of Wales is only open to seeing Harry if the request is directly approved by King Charles.
Meghan Markle's perceived personality clash with Kate Middleton continues to make headlines.
shared on X and Instagram.In the snap, Charlotte can be seen smiling while posing for a backyard photo.The photo was taken by the Princess of Wales, who last month came under fire for doctoring an image of her and her children shared on UK Mother’s Day on March 10.While not much is known about Charlotte — who is third in line to the throne — her mom once described her as “the one in charge.”It rang true at the late Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral in Sept.
King Charles after his cancer diagnosis in February.It’ll be Harry’s first trip to his home soil since learning of his sister-in-law’s cancer diagnosis last month.And while the trip could be the perfect chance for a royal reconciliation, it appears as though the royals aren’t interested in mending bridges.“Both sides understand each other’s position clearly now,” a friend of the couple told the Daily Beast. “William and Catherine felt completely betrayed by Harry’s memoir [Spare].”“They don’t speak to Harry and Meghan [Markle], and they are certainly not about to start when Catherine is at her most vulnerable.”The Post has reached out to Kensington Palace for comment.Elsewhere, another insider told the outlet that while William — the heir to the throne — has no interest in meeting up with his brother, he has no issue with their dad, King Charles, reuniting with him.“[Harry is] just another person who sold his story to the papers,” the source adds.
Over the weekend, we learned that Prince Harry will be returning to the UK.
As Prince Harry is slated to return to the UK this week, it has emerged that he will make the trip solo, leaving wife Meghan and their children in America. That's despite reports suggesting that his brother, Prince William, and sister-in-law, Kate Middleton, encouraged the entire family to come.
From Kate Middleton to Britain's Got Talent star Amanda Holden, Karen Millen has won the hearts of many style icons - and it's not hard to see why.The popular fashion brand has something for everyone, whether you have a wedding to attend or are looking for a glamorous night-out dress. Princess Kate was pictured wearing a flattering Karen Millen dress in 2022 and fans were swooning over the look.The dress, which featured a belted silhouette, high-neck collar and pleated skirt, is currently still available in some colours - excluding the Royal's yellow version. It will cost you £175.20 here (was £219), with sizes ranging from 6-16.
, nor of his admiration for the woman who has become the royal family's most popular personality. On Tuesday, April 23, the King awarded her a new honorary title: the Princess of Wales officially joined the Order of Companions of Honor, a first for a member of the royal family.This prestigious order was founded by King George V in 1917 to recognize British personalities who have made outstanding contributions to their country's culture, science, and politics.
Princess Kate has a 'crazy' hobby that Prince William just cannot get his head around. The Princess of Wales, who is currently receiving chemotherapy after receiving a cancer diagnosis, once opened up about her fascinating pastime during an appearance on Mike Tindall's podcast, The Good, The Bad and The Rugby. Catherine gushed about her love of sports, as she mentioned one particular activity that William calls her ‘crazy’ for.
Kate Middleton and Prince William's delay in unveiling a new photo of Prince Louis on his sixth birthday, might be due to hesitations stemming from the Mother's Day photo incident and the Princess needing some "time, space and privacy", suggests a Royal expert.
Kate Middleton mixes high fashion with the high street and one of her go-to brands is Boden.
The Princess of Wales knows a thing or two about fashion, with her trendy outfit choices easily earning her spot as the best dressed royal. As often as she is seen in the very best of British designers, favouring Alexander McQueen and Erdam to name two, on the red carpet and at official engagements, she sports looks from the high street.