The British Royal Family - news, views, clothes & shoes! #4

[gregjrichards]

Prince George astonishes dog walker by telling her his name is actually Archie

Speaking to The Sun , the woman said: "I was asked by a police minder not to take a photo of the children, which I didn’t, but George started stroking my dog.

"Just to be friendly I engaged in a bit of small talk and I asked George what his name was, even though obviously I knew it.

"To my astonishment he said 'I’m called Archie' with a big smile on his face. I don’t know why he calls himself Archie but kids often play with their names and I think it’s lovely."

Prince George astonishes dog walker with name revelation

 

[Niner]

A bit off topic -

BetteDavisEyes!!

 

[gregjrichards]

The Queen has been joined by her guest Sir Jackie Stewart for Sunday service in Sandringham today.

The Queen, who remains in Norfolk on her winter break, looked regal in an aqua ensemble as she arrived at St Mary Magdalene Church, just a stone's throw away from her home on the Sandringham estate.

The Queen is joined by Sir Jackie Stewart for Sunday service in Sandringham | Daily Mail Online

 

[BetteDavisEyes]

A bit off topic -

BetteDavisEyes!!

Thank you! US National Figure Skating Championships are in Detroit, so DH and I saw Ice Dance finals last night. It was awesome to watch the competition unfold in "real time" - much different than watching on TV. Late dinner at Ruth's Chris Steakhouse, and woke to a beautiful blanket of new snow. Just hanging out at home today and will watch Men's Final figure skating competition.

 

[Bravo]

Yes HAPPY BIRTHDAY BDE

 

[Bravo]

I cant remember my guess for baby watch. I am now going to go with my Birthday. March 23rd. Girl. 7 lbs 3 oz.

 

[BetteDavisEyes]

I cant remember my guess for baby watch. I am now going to go with my Birthday. March 23rd. Girl. 7 lbs 3 oz.

As I mentioned some time ago, my parents were married on May 21, 1949. I was a "honeymoon baby" and arrived a couple of weeks early on January 27, 1950. Mom told me that I was actually due around Valentine's Day. I still think it's possible that Meghan could give birth sometime next month, but I'll stick with my Ides of March prediction (March 15). Media reports have suggested anywhere from February to late April/early May, so we'll all be held in suspense and guessing until the royal baby arrives.

 

[La Louve]

Happy Birthday BDE!!!

 

[flute4peace]

I’m going with April 17 for baby birth day. And happy birthday BDE!

 

[Alice253]

Happy birthday BDE!

 

[Bravo]

I went with date, sex and weight so I could remember my guess. My Birthday. My oldest-a girl and weighed 7/3. Not bad eh for a 5 foot 90 lb woman!

 

[gregjrichards]

Samantha Markle announces she's releasing a SECOND book about Meghan this year - after revealing her first 'tell-all' will coincide with birth of the royal baby in the spring

Samantha Markle announces second book | Daily Mail Online

 

[sassyblue]

She is such a bugger. That woman needs to get a life. She must be filled with poison inside. And that family wonders why Meghan cut them out of her life.

 

[human]

The sister is attractive and could have used her relationship in a positive manner. It may have opened doors for what, I do not kmow.

Her antics show her as “fixated” which adds her to the list of many others who must torment the Royal family.

I am sure she is nothing new and they know how to deal with these unstable people.

Maybe she could have become a spokesperson for MS.

 

[Sherwood Park]

She is such a bugger. That woman needs to get a life. She must be filled with poison inside. And that family wonders why Meghan cut them out of her life.

IYANLA, Fix My Life: The Royal Family
Upcoming on OWN May 12, 2019, Mother's Day Special with Samantha, Thomas, and Thomas Jr.
Samantha: "Why can't we be like the Kardashians, and Brody Jenner?"
Iyanla: "Because your Instagram sucks!"
Samantha: "But it's Meghan's fault, if she would take pictures with me and talk to me, this wouldn't happen. I would have 5 million followers too."

 

[Alice253]

MOO, everyone should just put her on ignore and do not buy her books. I, too, see why Meghan cut ties with her. Anyone who carries that much hate and spite in their heart doesn't have room for any love, IMO.

 

[BetteDavisEyes]

MOO, everyone should just put her on ignore and do not buy her books. I, too, see why Meghan cut ties with her. Anyone who carries that much hate and spite in their heart doesn't have room for any love, IMO.

The only resources I read about the Markles are those posted by members here. My posts with articles/videos usually appear on my Xfinity homepage. If I feel they're worthwhile, I share them. But for the British publications, I wouldn't really know much about Samantha and her antics. Given her MS, I've been willing to cut her some slack, but I'm beginning to feel that Samantha is just one miserably mean, jealous, vindictive individual.

 

[Alice253]

Oh, I hear you BDE. I just had to vent a little. I just wish she would go away, far away, lol. I can't cut her any slack any longer either. IMO, her medical condition has nothing to do with her awful behavior.

 

[flute4peace]

Duchess of Cambridge Coats Poll!!
(part 1 of 3)

There are a lot of them so please forgive the extra-long posts. Here is the link (you'll have to scroll past the opening part of the blog post). All pictures and descriptions come from the original blog post:

It's Poll Time: Kate's Coats in 2018, A Trip to Scotland & Lacorine Update - What Kate Wore

1. Called the Gianna, the coat is inspired by a traditional riding coat and made in a wool/poly blend. The midi-length design features double-breasted styling with a deep inverted pleat at the back creating a flared skirt. The Gianna also features a wide curved collar, notched lapels, pewter buttons, and side welt pockets.

2. When visiting Great Ormond Street Hospital in mid-January, Kate debuted a coat from a brand new to her closet (as far as we know), British retailer Boden. The Duchess wore the label’s Lena Coat ($330) in a color called red pop. The vivid red-orange piece was 100% cotton and tailored with a snug bodice and a slightly fuller skirt; it also features oversize buttons and ruffled trim at the collar, cuffs and pockets.

3. For the first engagement of the Sweden/Norway tour, Kate waved the British retail flag, wearing Burberry’s Toddingwall Shearling Trench Coat. A double-breasted style, the Toddingwall featured traditional Burberry trench details like buckled epaulets and cuffs, multiple pockets and a belt.

4. The afternoon activities in Sweden were more formal and Kate changed into a Catherine Walker ensemble that included a deep green coat with attached faux fur trim at the collar and cuffs. The coat is a fit and flare silhouette with oversize buttons at the off-center closure.

5. Day 2 of the royal tour we saw another Catherine Walker design. The double-breasted style hit just above the knee, showcasing an oversized red and ivory houndstooth print with red buttons.

 

[flute4peace]

Duchess of Cambridge Coats Poll!!
(part 2 of 3)

There are a lot of them so please forgive the extra-long posts. Here is the link (you'll have to scroll past the opening part of the blog post). All pictures and descriptions come from the original blog post:

It's Poll Time: Kate's Coats in 2018, A Trip to Scotland & Lacorine Update - What Kate Wore

6. At a celebration of Swedish culture that evening we saw the Duchess wearing a local designer that has long been a favorite for Swedish royals and many others, Ida Sjöstedt. From the a/w 2018 collection, the ‘Antonia’ coat features an A-line silhouette and hidden button closure. The unique design element is the scalloped lace hem; we show it in the lower right-hand corner of the montage. For this engagement, Kate added the faux fur Troy London collar and cuffs she was mistakenly thought to be wearing with the green Catherine Walker coat.

7. February 1st the tour moved to Norway and Kate arrived in another bespoke Catherine Walker design. The tailored coat featured a hidden front closure, funnel neck, princess seams, and a deep back vent.

8. On the final day of the tour in Oslo Kate sported Dolce and Gabbana outerwear. The wool coat was a deep plum color in a double-breasted style that featured peaked shoulders, slanted oversized flap pockets, inset fabric panels on the bodice and a broad collar.

9. For an early February Action on Addiction engagement, Kate was in a coat by Goat Fashion. The marine blue Ellory included a high collar, diagonal front pockets and concealed fastenings on the front placket. Arguably the most distinctive design element is the perky bow at the neckline.

10. The Duchess debuted another Dolce and Gabbana coat for a day of engagements in Sunderland, in northeast England. It is another double-breasted style that showcased extended rows of oversized buttons, giving it a military feel. The coat also had pick-stitching on the front panel, princess seams and front pockets.