Innholdsfortegnelse for July 2023 i Woman's Weekly Living Series

The warm afterglow of King Charles’ coronation goes on and we’re continuing the celebrations with a look back at the royal event of our lifetime. Perhaps some will still remember the coronation of her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, but for many of us the sights and sounds of 6 May were a unique occasion that we will remember forever. But we’re looking forward too – and appreciating the youngsters who will carry on the traditions of royalty for the next century. George, Charlotte and Louis did their Grandpa Wales proud on Coronation Day. I think we can safely say that the future of the monarchy is in very good hands.…

From the moment the Prince and Princess of Wales appeared with their children outside Westminster Abbey, it was clear they would take centre stage during the Coronation celebrations. From Princess Charlotte’s mini-me Alexander McQueen gown, to Prince George’s solemn support for King Charles during proceedings, their behaviour was impeccable. Even little Prince Louis managed to sit still for most of the Coronation (with only the odd yawn and brief time out). The crowning of their grandfather was an enormous event for the children. Even compared with past occasions, such as the Jubilee and the funeral of the Queen, it must have been confirmation, if ever it was needed, of their future roles within the Royal Family. With the King and Queen now enthroned, the Prince of Wales in support, and…

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Once dubbed Waity Katie, the Princess is again a lady-in-waiting – this time for that day when she becomes Queen. As soon as the Duchess of Cambridge became Princess of Wales last September, her working wardrobe noticeably changed. The 41-year-old has powered up, with a choice of tailored suits and directional pieces that are very First Lady-like – wide-legged pant suits, like Michelle Obama, and tailored dresses, like Jackie Onassis. It’s less a style revolution and more an evolution, according to fashion experts. ‘Catherine has certainly shifted up a gear with her fashion sense – which has always been impeccable – as well as seeming comfortable with her more fashion-forward choices,’ says personal stylist Chantelle Znideric. ‘She is remaining true to her signature style, but with more statement pieces, exaggerated…

Charlotte the great! She is fast becoming my favourite royal – impeccably behaved and turned out at the coronation, she kept her brothers Prince Louis, five, and Prince George, nine, firmly in her sights. Yes, George may have had the ‘bigger’ role as page boy to his grandfather King Charles, but Charlotte clearly has a big personality and is the ‘boss’ of the three Wales children. Her mother Catherine, the Princess of Wales, took a charming and very natural photo of her to celebrate her 8th birthday – as well as releasing a gorgeous picture of Lottie (as her mother calls her) with their spaniel Orla. How time flies! I remember being at the Lindo Wing waiting for her to be born! William and Kate were delighted to have a…

KEEPING IT IN THE FAMILY It was an amazing weekend of coronation celebrations. From the pomp and tradition of the Westminster Abbey ceremony to the joyful Buckingham Palace appearances and spectacular Windsor Castle concert, the events spread some much-needed cheer throughout the land. We loved the official portraits that were released by the Palace a few days later, especially this group one that showed today’s band of working royals. Surrounding the King and Queen, from left, are Prince Edward, the Duke of Kent, Birgitte, Duchess of Gloucester, Prince Richard, Duke of Gloucester, Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence, Anne, Princess Royal, William, Prince of Wales, Catherine, Princess of Wales, Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, Princess Alexandra, The Honourable Lady Ogilvy and Prince Edward, Duke of Edinburgh. We couldn’t help but compare it…

LADY IN BLUE Jill Biden President Joe Biden regretfully declined his invitation to the UK for the coronation, so his First Lady brought along their 22-year-old granddaughter Finnegan instead. Jill, 72, looked stunning in a periwinkle blue suit and gloves, which she paired with nude-coloured bag and shoes. We loved her fascinator too. LOOKING SO ROSY Queen Letizia of Spain The 50-year-old style queen wore a Carolina Herrera punchy pink suit with peplum and lace detailing for her trip to Westminster Abbey. She matched the outfit with pink slingback shoes and carried a tiny fuchsia purse, also by Carolina Herrera. PROUD GRANDMA Carole Middleton Not the mother of the bride, but the future Queen, it was a proud day for Carole, 68. The Princess of Wales’ mum wore a Catherine…

Mini smoked salmon and asparagus quiches Quiche was the star of many coronation buffets – make as small individual tarts or a larger one to share. PER SERVING 630 cals, 44g fat, 18g sat fat, 34g carbs SERVES 6PREP 30 mins, plus chilling timeCOOK 30-40 mins ✱ 200g fine asparagus, blanched, cooled and sliced ✱ 500g block shortcrust pastry, thawed ✱ 4 medium eggs ✱ 248ml soured cream ✱ 125ml whole milk ✱ Grated zest of 1 lemon ✱ Pinch grated nutmeg ✱ 250g smoked salmon, flaked or roughly chopped ✱ 2tbsp snipped chives ✱ Few fronds of dill, to serve YOU WILL NEED: ✱ 6 x 6-8cm individual tart tins, greased, and bottom lined with baking paper, baking beans or dry rice for baking 1 Blanch the asparagus in…

Rewind 10 years, and many of us will remember this picture of William and Catherine, proud parents presenting their firstborn to the world on the steps of London’s St Mary’s Hospital Lindo Wing. Born only the day before at 4.24pm on July 22 2013, weighing 8lb 6oz, the-then unnamed third in line to the throne was oblivious to all the fuss. On that day, George Alexander Louis knew nothing of the duty that would eventually be bestowed upon him. There would be rules, tradition, pomp and ceremony. He’d be expected to serve his country in the military, to remain impartial and to undertake etiquette lessons. Today, with his grandfather Charles now crowned King, the Prince is second in line to the throne. If and when he does succeed his father…

In 1588, against the advice of her aides, Elizabeth I rode out on her grey gelding to address her troops gathered at Tilbury in Essex awaiting the invasion of the Spanish Armada. Looking out at the assembled faces, she made a speech that would forever define her rule: ‘I know I have the body of a weak, feeble woman; but I have the heart and stomach of a king – and of a king of England, too.’ This image of Elizabeth has been the key to our popular perception for centuries, but there’s much more to her than that. When she came to the throne in November 1558, the whole of Europe was nervous. How would the Protestant queen follow the reign of her Catholic half-sister, Mary? But this unstable…

It was meant to be an antidote to the grand royal weddings of previous years. Not for Edward an elaborate affair like Andrew and Fergie’s in 1986, or indeed the huge bash for Charles and Diana in 1981. For their 1999 nuptials at St George’s Chapel, Windsor, the Prince and his bride, PR executive Sophie Rhys-Jones, asked guests to wear evening dress and no hats to reflect the more informal nature of the ceremony. There was no ceremonial state or military involvement either. But on the day, the Queen and the 99-year-old Queen Mum were resplendent in headwear and the televised event still attracted 200 million viewers. The bride’s dress was designed by Samantha Keswick and decorated with 325,000 crystals and pearls. On her head, Sophie wore the Anthemion tiara…

In 1953, shortly before becoming engaged to John Fitzgerald Kennedy, press photographer Jacqueline Bouvier travelled to London to cover the Queen’s coronation for an American newspaper. She interviewed members of the public, who were waiting outside Buckingham Palace for a glimpse of the Royal Family, and even asked if they thought Elizabeth II would be Britain’s last queen. The young journalist was just one of millions watching history take place that day. Could she ever have imagined she would return to the Palace just a few years later, on the arm of the 35th President of the United States? Or that following his tragic assassination, 60 years ago this November, she and her children would be comforted by Her Majesty and the Duke of Edinburgh? The Kennedys were megastars on…

Never mind Game of Thrones, it’s Game of Homes, as a new monarch means the royal properties have changed hands again. From the many Crown properties, including Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle and Clarence House, to the privately owned homes such as Balmoral and Sandringham, who owns the keys to the royal real estate? And why are some family members being asked to move? We take a look at the real Coronation Street… THE KING AND QUEEN Now acceded to the throne, Charles and Camilla are spoilt for choice when it comes to weekend getaways. They currently live in Clarence House, which is owned by The Crown. The Crown Estate is an independent land and property-owning business, out of which the government allocates a percentage of its profits back to the…

1 WHAT IS KING CHARLES’ FULL NAME? a) Charles Henry Philip Georgeb) Charles Philip Arthur Georgec) Charles Louis Antony Richard 2 WHERE WAS CHARLES BORN? a) Buckingham Palaceb) The Lindo Wing at St Mary’s Hospitalc) The Portland Hospital 3 HOW OLD WAS THE KING ON HIS CORONATION DAY? a) 76b) 72c) 74 4 WHAT WAS THE MAIDEN NAME OF HIS WIFE CAMILLA, THE QUEEN? a) Parker Bowlesb) Cubittc) Shand 5 WHERE DID CHARLES GO TO SCHOOL? a) Etonb) Wellington Collegec) Gordonstoun 6 BARROGILL IS THE KING’S BRAND OF WHAT SPIRIT? a) Whiskyb) Vodkac) Gin 7 WHAT DID CHARLES STUDY AT CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY? a) History of Artb) Archaeology, Anthropology and Historyc) Geography 8 WHAT INSTRUMENTS DOES HE PLAY? a) Clarinet, cello, pianob) Piano, trumpet, celloc) Violin, trumpet, piano 9 WHAT LANGUAGES…