The British Royal Family - news, views, clothes & shoes! #7

[Elley Mae]

Seeing this gif (bananas) my mind went straight to Josephine Baker.

I found her quite amazing, she adopted 12? Children, (rainbow tribe) and was a spy for the french resistance.

 

[gregjrichards]

It's a reigny day! The Queen looks unimpressed as she grapples with her umbrella at Royal Ascot - but dull weather doesn't put a stop to fashion parade

Queen looks unimpressed as she grapples with her umbrella at Ascot | Daily Mail Online

 

[BetteDavisEyes]

While not as extravagant an affair as Royal Ascot, here are some of the fashions and fascinators at the 2019 Kentucky Derby

Hats and Fashion of the 2019 Kentucky Derby

 

[Keine Engel]

I agree There were some bath toys on hygienist's baby registry, but no books. I think a lovely book with plush Peter Rabbit will be a nice addition to this baby boy's nursery.

I always default to a classic book set 'keepsake' for a special occasion.
- I still have my own which I received many moons ago
I personally think Peter Rabbit is perfect

*O/T - Ever since an ankle-biter my biggest wish was my very own Steiff Bear
I always loved PR & over years amassed toys & 'collectables' of all kinds I've received as gifts, so you can imagine my surprise & excitement when Santa brought me my very, very, loved & most (Ever!) treasured ...

Steiff Beatrix Potter Peter Rabbit (100 Years Anniversary)
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Confession - I was well past my ankle-biting days at this time but still...

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[Keine Engel]

I love that photo of Prince George meeting the Obamas! His little dressing gown and jammies! His little face <3

Here's pics:
(they're way too adorable to miss if anyone hasn't seen )

 

[Keine Engel]

You are killing me this morning

I have to get off this thread and work!! Hahahaha

Thank you for the laughs!! @Keine Engel

I know what you mean ^
Or this gonna be my Boss

 

[CoverMeCagney]

Another day at the races:

Queen looks unimpressed as she grapples with her umbrella at Ascot | Daily Mail Online

Princess Anne owning it!

Look at her little face!

Clever Sophie decided to just wear her umbrella:

I like it, not a lot, but I like it (haha)

And (my) worst dressed goes to:
(unless she was aiming for cheap, flammable and slightly slutty... )

 

[BetteDavisEyes]

My fave: Black & white with touches of red - shoes, earrings, nail polish. Classy.

 

[human]

Another day at the races:

Queen looks unimpressed as she grapples with her umbrella at Ascot | Daily Mail Online

Princess Anne owning it!

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Look at her little face!

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Clever Sophie decided to just wear her umbrella:

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I like it, not a lot, but I like it (haha)

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And (my) worst dressed goes to:
(unless she was aiming for cheap, flammable and slightly slutty... )

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Love Anne’s outfit but longer sleeves needed.

I love the crazy hat on the pink woman showing her assets

 

[Keine Engel]

Seeing this gif (bananas) my mind went straight to Josephine Baker.

I found her quite amazing, she adopted 12? Children, (rainbow tribe) and was a spy for the french resistance.

Josephine Baker

Thoughts of Carmen Miranda for me.

On a more serious note
Josephine was quite something!
Think she's deserving of a little shout-out of her own?

(She was a stunner )​

Born Freda Josephine McDonald on June 3, 1906, in St. Louis, Missouri, Josephine Baker spent her youth in poverty before learning to dance and finding success on Broadway. In the 1920s she moved to France and soon became one of Europe's most popular and highest-paid performers...

Civil Rights Activism.
During the 1950s, Baker returned to the United States and supported theCivil Rights Movement. ...
In 1963, Baker participated in the March on Washington.
For her efforts as a civil rights activist, the NAACP named May 20th “Josephine Baker Day.”

Josephine Baker | Biography
Josephine Baker - Wikipedia

 

[BetteDavisEyes]

I thought of Carmen Miranda, too

 

[floridagrrl]

https://www.*************/5489854/meghan-markle-bow-down-royal-traditions/

Barf

Who’s their insider? Katie Hopkins?

Well then

ETA : well, That’s all I needed to know since it can’t be posted here hahaha
Trash

 

[gregjrichards]

TK Maxx shoppers slam the store for selling 'ugly' £60 ceramic figurine of Kate, Prince George and Princess Charlotte that looks nothing like the real thing

TK Maxx sells 'ugly' £60 ceramic figurine of Kate, Prince George and Princess Charlotte | Daily Mail Online

Who buys this rubbish? You are far better buying official royal items About The Royal Collection

 

[gregjrichards]

Happy anniversary! Prince Edward and Sophie Wessex celebrate 20 years of marriage at Royal Ascot - but keep a low profile by skipping the carriage procession

Happy 20th Wedding Anniversary to the Earl and Countess of Wessex.

 

[Keine Engel]

Look at her little face!

I like it, not a lot, but I like it (haha)

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Palette Fit for a Queen!

 

[floridagrrl]

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Happy anniversary! Prince Edward and Sophie Wessex celebrate 20 years of marriage at Royal Ascot - but keep a low profile by skipping the carriage procession

Happy 20th Wedding Anniversary to the Earl and Countess of Wessex.

20 years already?!? My gooogs

 

[gregjrichards]

Prince Charles made a speedy dash back to Buckingham Palace from Royal Ascot this evening to award Ralph Lauren an honorary KBE.

The fashion legend became the first American designer to receive the highest British honour, which stands for Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire.

Mr Lauren, 79, is best known for his role in the Ralph Lauren Corporation, a global multibillion-dollar enterprise.

Prince Charles presents fashion designer Ralph Lauren with an honorary KBE at Buckingham Palace | Daily Mail Online

 

[Keine Engel]

https://www.*************/5489854/meghan-markle-bow-down-royal-traditions/

ETA : well, That’s all I needed to know since it can’t be posted here hahaha
Trash

NO doubt it'll be covered by the Mail soon enough.
It's a cracker thou so here's a couple of (hee hee hee) 'highlights'
*But be warned-

Meghan Markle is reportedly ready to see some changes in the British monarchy.

An inside source recently revealed to *Radar Online* that the Duchess of Sussex is “fighting for equality” under Queen Elizabeth II’s rule and feels that some of the traditions and royal protocols are outdated.

?? "Equality" Like as in 'Female' equality?

GOBSMACKED is my only word on that contradictory sentence

Meghan reportedly doesn’t want to “bow down” when the next in line for the throne, Prince William, and his wife, Kate Middleton, take over.

Yeah - Good luck with that one LOL

“Meghan and Harry feel that the rules and regulations in connection with Royal protocol are antiquated to forward thinking Millennials,”

"An institution over 1,000 years old, the British Monarchy has a few odd rules and traditions."

"Royal family traditions may seem strange, but they’re part of the rich and fascinating history of British royalty and no doubt will be preserved for centuries to come."

The source continued on to say that Meghan reportedly feels her “unrelenting work ethic” is being “stifled” by people who “can’t keep up with her.”

LOL

However, the source declared that Meghan will be a force to be reckoned with when she does make her official return.
“Expect her to make a huge comeback after her maternity leave ends. You will see her everywhere and she is already booked out through 2021,”

* To be clear ~ I seriously doubt ( =she didn't) Meghan is even aware she said, feels, telepathically communicated or whatever, ANY of this to the infamous un-named SOURCE. Who is also clearly NOT British as it comes across as a load of old codswallop to anyone who is

 

[Keine Engel]

While not as extravagant an affair as Royal Ascot, here are some of the fashions and fascinators at the 2019 Kentucky Derby

Hats and Fashion of the 2019 Kentucky Derby

Is that a wreath she's wearing??

 

[Keine Engel]

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Happy anniversary! Prince Edward and Sophie Wessex celebrate 20 years of marriage at Royal Ascot - but keep a low profile by skipping the carriage procession

Happy 20th Wedding Anniversary to the Earl and Countess of Wessex.

His hair is exactly the same as it was 20 years ago!