Sophie Gets Fashion Forward

If you follow me on Twitter, you are well aware that I am a major fan of The Countess of Wessex. Sophie is elegant, beautiful and in my opinion, does not get nearly enough credit. It also doesn’t hurt that she is a former public relations pro,  – us publicists have to stick together.

Altough a patronage announcement from The Countess of Wessex may not be considered breaking regal news, I’m taking advantage of any tidbit on her so I can finally dedicate a post to her. Yesterday, it was revealed that the the fashion forward wife of Prince Edward would become patron of the London College of Fashion. What is the big news surrounding the announcement? This is the first patronage for the LCF. Over the next three years, Sophie will work hand-in-hand with the school to promote its ‘Better Lives’ campaign, awarding scholarships, working female prisoners to get their fashion on and participating in projects with schoolchildren.

This patronage is a right royal fit for The Countess of Wessex – lots of little Sophie-inspired schoolchildren running around will not be a bad thing! Hopefully this news marks the first of many stories to come on the fabulous Sophie.

Can’t Keep Up With The Queen..

I am 60 years younger than The Queen and I cannot seem to keep up with her! Her Majesty is always on the go and I can’t even seem to keep my blogging capabilities up up to date.

As you all know by now, it has been a busy few days for the royals, from pomp and pageantry to polo, the family was zooming around England like their pants were on fire, (and part of me wishes Harry’s were..okay, I’m kidding, but seriously..).

Trooping the Colour

It all started on Saturday with the Trooping the Colour to celebrate Her Majesty’s official birthday. I always love this day and I know many of you feel the same. Hats, carriage rides, balcony appearance, horse guards, a gun salute and a flypast – all in honor of The Queen – what’s not to love? Oh wait, Kate’s Erdem dress. Sorry, just had to.

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This is truly the first time I’ve been disappointed in Kate’s outfit, and I’m not the only one to say so! As much as we all love you Kate, it was not a dress for a 30-year-old, gorgeous royal. The Queen, however, was shining in the yellow Angela Kelly she wore to William and Catherine’s wedding last year.

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Thankfully, we were blessed with my classic favorite shots of Queen Elizabeth II and The Duke of Edinburgh. Her facial expressions when he is in those hats is always priceless. Could they be any more adorable?

Garter Day

In one of the most important dates on the calendar, the Order of the Garter Service took place at Windsor Castle on Monday. Dressed in the traditional black robes, The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh took part in the procession to St George’s Chapel, as well as The Prince of Wales, The Duke of Cambridge, The Duke of York and The Earl of Wessex.

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The royal ladies looked on as the men processed to the chapel; Camilla, Kate and Sophie all looked lovely in pale colors. Prayers and tweets were answered as Kate repeated the white McQueen coat from last year’s Trooping the Colour. I was excited. Twitter was excited. We all LOVE that coat, Kate! Sophie looked fabulous as always – she is certainly a favorite of mine.

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Polo 

Oh and in between, William and Harry hit the polo field – twice. In white pants. Oh yea, and Lupo was there too. That’s pretty much all you need to know.