Innholdsfortegnelse for February 2023 i Woman's Weekly Living Series

And welcome to something exciting. If last year showed us anything, it was the love and respect we in this country had for the late Queen. In the UK, and all over the world, millions showed their affection for Her Majesty, who had reigned with dignity, wisdom and kindness for the past 70 years. We were saddened by her passing, but heartened by the warmth of the new King and his ideas for the future of the monarchy. Undoubtedly, there is a crisis among some parts of the family, and we can only hope that wounds can be healed. But to mark the start of another historic year, we bring you a brand new magazine – one that celebrates what we love about the crown and those who wear it.…

This 22 January marks the start of the Chinese New Year and 2023 is the Year of the Rabbit. ‘The Year of the Rabbit is a year of peace, prosperity and luck,’ says Inbaal Honigman, celebrity astrologer. ‘And this Chinese New Year will bear the element of Water, which emphasises emotional bonds.’ The Rabbit symbolises elegance, beauty and mercy – in turn bywords for Camilla, Queen Consort, Catherine, Princess of Wales and Sophie, Countess of Wessex. And while royal watchers are predicting this terrific trio will come into their own in the new monarchy, it’s also written in the stars, say astrologers. Here’s what’s in store. ELEGANCE Camilla, Queen Consort From delivering Paddington Bears to delivering powerful speeches, Camilla quickly got into her stride as the new Queen Consort. And…

Never before had the coronation of a new British monarch drawn such incredible crowds. Aided by the new railways ploughing through the country, 400,000 people travelled to London on 28 June 1838 to see their new ruler crowned. The streets were bursting with loyal subjects eager to catch a glimpse of the young Victoria. The Gold State Coach – originally used for the coronation of George IV in 1821 – was a sight to behold, gleaming in the summer sun and drawn by eight magnificent horses. As it passed through the people, joyous shouts rang out and elegantly dressed ladies waved their handkerchiefs. All along the pavement were lines of foot and horse soldiers, while military bands played triumphant, celebratory music. Every seat was filled, every decorated balcony heaving with…

In with the new A moving tribute to the late Queen was one of the standout moments for royal fans welcoming in 2023 on the banks of London’s River Thames this New Year’s Eve. The tribute to the Queen featured a voice recording from Her Majesty and a message recorded by Dame Judi Dench. A swarm of drones formed into a coin with her face and then, as the fireworks changed to a regal purple, the lights spelled out EIIR – the Queen’s cypher. The drones then switched and morphed into a coin displaying King Charles, demonstrating the dawn of a new era for the monarchy. As Charles’ profile lit up the London sky, a message from him was played about the importance of protecting and preserving our planet –…

Nobody was expecting the events of 20 March 1974. A 23-year-old Princess Anne was travelling home from one more dreary public engagement when a would-be kidnapper arrived on the scene. Fifteen minutes later, four men had been seriously injured and Anne had narrowly escaped with her life. The Princess’s popularity was riding high at the time. Previously dismissed as aloof and prickly, people were impressed by her commitment to charity, her equestrian exploits had won her the title of BBC Sports Personality of the Year in 1971, and her relationship with Mark Phillips had gobbled up its share of column inches. Their marriage in November 1973 had been a decidedly glamorous affair. The wedding dress was gorgeous, the pageantry at full throttle, and an estimated 500 million people worldwide tuned…

HERB STUFFED PORK BELLY Former royal chef Jeff Baker recommends pairing roast pork with fruity flavours to magnify the savoury taste of good-quality meat. Apple sauce is a classic, but stone fruit, figs and sweet berries are also excellent, depending on the season. SERVES 6 PREP 20 MINS COOK 2 HRS 30 MINS ✣ 1.8kg boneless pork belly, scored with a sharp knife (ask your butcher to do this if you prefer) ✣ 6 garlic cloves, chopped ✣ Small bunch rosemary, finely chopped ✣ Bunch thyme, leaves picked ✣ 1tsp salt ✣ 1tbsp cider vinegar ✣ Apple sauce and gravy, to serve PER SERVING 507 cals, 28g fat, 10g sat fat, 0g carbs 1 Heat the oven to 200C fan/Gas 7. Put the pork in the sink and pour boiling…

The date is 26 April 1923 and though destined to become a duchess, life for the young Elizabeth was unlikely to change dramatically. At first, the reluctant royal had refused Bertie’s proposal saying she was ‘afraid never, never again to be free to think, speak and act as I feel I really ought to’. But the King’s youngest son had pursued her and won. After all, he was not destined for the throne – his elder brother Edward would become monarch and be confined by the constraints of the crown… The rest, as they say, is history. In 1936, Bertie had no option but to replace his love-struck brother to become King George VI, and Elizabeth was forced to accept her role as Queen Consort. It’s said she never forgave…

Perhaps one of the saddest pronouncements Harry made in the lead-up to his book’s release, is that he has very few memories of his mum. Harry was 12, almost 13, when Diana was tragically killed in a Paris car accident in August 1997, while William was just 15. The boys were about to be reunited with their mother after spending the summer holidays at Balmoral – but instead they were woken by Charles who tearfully told them they would never see her again. ‘I don’t really have any early memories of my mum,’ said Harry. ‘It’s almost like, internally I blocked them out. ‘I always remember her laugh, her cheeky laugh. Her saying to me, “You can get into trouble, just don’t get caught.”’ In his autobiography Spare, Harry has…

In Diana’s shadow November 2004 Royal Opera House, London In the years following the death of the world’s most stylish royal, the then Mrs Parker-Bowles topped several lists of ‘worst-dressed women’. But gradually the influence of advisers began to show, as with this stunning magenta silk gown and plum velvet coat which she wore to the opera in Covent Garden. Three months later, her engagement to the future King was announced. Golden feathers in her hair April 2005 Windsor Guildhall For her wedding on 9 April, the new Duchess of Cornwall wore two dresses – both of which won huge approval. For the ceremony, she chose an elegant cream silk dress and coat and stunning Philip Treacy hat, but it was the gown worn for the blessing that gained the…

Fit for a Countess Sophie, Countess of Wessex always has a naturally flawless complexion – and one that looks incredibly youthful for 58 years of age. And when a schoolgirl asked Sophie to share the contents of her handbag at a royal engagement, out came Trish McEvoy’s Moisture Balm, a solid stick moisturiser. Sadly, that product has been discontinued, but you can get similar on-the-go hydration with Kora Organics Noni Glow Face Balm, £21, lookfantastic.com. Like many royals, Sophie is a keen horse rider. A daily SPF is a must for any skincare regime, but is especially important for those who enjoy outdoor pursuits. La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible Fluid SPF50+, £19, sephora.co.uk, soaks in well and feels weightless. Monarchy must-haves Camilla, Queen Consort has been a client of…

A PRINCE IS BORN Charles’ early years saw many separations from his mother and father The official birth announcement came just before midnight on 14 November, 1948. Celebration bonfires were lit around the UK and outside Buckingham Palace, crowds sang and partied into the small hours until they were asked to quieten their cheers to allow mother and baby to rest. A decade after the abdication crisis, it was felt the House of Windsor had been strengthened and the country was desperate for a baby name. On 15 December 1948, the archbishop of Canterbury, Geoffrey Fisher, baptised the second in line to the throne as Charles Arthur Philip George. His Royal Highness Prince Charles of Edinburgh, as he was officially known, spent his first Christmas with family at Sandringham. But…

1 The Princess of Wales surprised everyone when she released three new portraits to mark her 40th birthday one year ago. Where will the photographs end up? A The National Portrait GalleryB Victoria & Albert MuseumC The National History Museum 2 The Duke and Duchess of Sussex named their daughter Lilibet after the late Queen. But which of the below names does not feature in her full name? A DianaB DoriaC Mountbatten 3 Princess Eugenie and Zara Tindall broke tradition by giving what to their children? A A joint birthday party B Royal titles C A joint Christening 4 What flower do all royal brides have in their bouquet? A LilyB Chrysanthemum C Myrtle 5 Which member of the Royal Family is a member of…

On this day: 9 February 2002 It was a shadow of the beautiful princess who was last seen in public at the Duchess of Gloucester’s 100th birthday celebrations in December 2001. On 9 February 2002, Margaret suffered a stroke and died in her sleep in hospital, aged 71, leaving her older sister to issue the news ‘with great sadness’. In recent years, her life has been depicted in the Netflix drama The Crown. First by Vanessa Kirby, then Helena Bonham Carter, with the current series featuring Lesley Manville as the party-going princess. Margaret Rose was always considered the royal rebel, shunning tradition and making headlines with her love affairs, friendships and glamorous lifestyle. She was the first royal in 400 years to marry a commoner, in the first-ever televised royal…