The maternal side of Queen Elizabeth II, primarily the Bowes-Lyon family, provided a deep connection to Scottish nobility and a contrasting, often warmer domestic influence than the rigid royal atmosphere of her paternal side. The Matriarch: Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother The central figure was Elizabeth’s mother, Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother (1900–2002). Born Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, she was the daughter of the 14th Earl of Strathmore and Kinghorne. Known for her indomita

Elizabeth II and the brands honoring her with new collections.

On the occasion of the Platinum Jubilee, one of the biggest museums dedicated to the war – the Imperial War Museum – presented a photographic exhibition exclusively about the queen. The new exhibition explore how the Queen’s life has been touched by war and conflict. It includes several rarely published photographs of the Queen, and reveals the enduring connection between royalty and war. The British Royal Family has a long-standing and intimate association with the British a

This is where the British monarch spent a few precious weeks away every year. This was her favourite getaway... and it's easy to understand why. She'll reportedly used to stay at her residence in the Scottish Highlands until early October, and several royals were expected to join her for a time. Prince Andrew and his daughters, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie, were usually the first to join the Queen in Scotland. Sarah Ferguson has been invited too in recent years, ev

(DESLIZEM ATÉ BAIXO PARA LEREM O ARTIGO EM PORTUGUÊS) There are a lot of reasons that make me RESPECT Queen Elizabeth II... From serving as a mechanic and truck driver in World War II, to driving a car on her own at 96, or for making a cameo in a James Bond movie, Her Majesty is definitely an iron lady. No.17 Bruton Street, London W1, the birthplace of HM Queen Elizabeth II. This is where HM Queen Elizabeth II was born on 21 April 1926. It was the London home of her maternal

It was 2015 and London was celebrating the 70th anniversary of the VJ Day (Victory over Japan) and the end of World War II. Before she became Elizabeth II, in 1945 the then-princess slipped into London’s streets secretly to celebrate Europe’s victory over Germany. May 8, 1945, was the first and last time she would leave the palace and mingle with her future subjects in secret. A highlight of that night was when Elizabeth and sister Margaret were able to watch their parents a

(DESLIZEM ATÉ BAIXO PARA LEREM O ARTIGO EM PORTUGUÊS) Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest still-inhabited castle in the world, and has been home to British royalty for almost 1,000 years. This is where Queen Elizabeth II hides herself everytime it's necessary. This is where she reunites with important figures when the issue is serious. The castle was also used as a refuge by the royal family during the Second World War. Did you know that Windsor Castle has its dungeons?

Angela Kelly is a British fashion designer, dressmaker, and milliner, and she has been serving Queen Elizabeth II since 2002. Now, she has written a behind-the-scenes account of her years as the Queen's official dressmaker and friend. "The Other Side of the Coin: The Queen, The Dresser and the Wardrobe" is the title of it and, unusually it was authorised by the monarch. The book delightfully illustrates the pair’s happy and playful relationship, and offers a rare insight into

I've heard about Ivana Nohel very recently... as I was reading one of my favourite London magazines, The Covent Gardener. I put her name on Google and found her website and Instagram page and I was just amazed with all the colourful pieces of art she sells - her scarves. And then I became astonished as I understood that the Queen herself worn one of her scarves, more than once! What more can someone aspire?! What an honour it must be! I've always admired the way Elizabeth I

Sure she's known for her hats, but Queen Elizabeth II really knows how to wear a square of silk... oh yeah! I would dare to say... better than anyone else. She's a truly headscarf influencer! Queen Elizabeth II’s love for her scarf collection traces as far back as the 40s, and the headscarf has been a quintessential fashion staple for attendees of the Royal Windsor Horse Show and is now a part of the Queen’s uniform adored for ages. We may not forget that for most women in