Innehållsförteckning för 2505 från New Idea Royals

It is with a heavy heart that I write to let you know this is the final issue of ROYALS monthly. The difficult decision has been made to close the magazine, marking the end of our incredible journey together. To our readers, thank you for your support. As the only magazine dedicated to chronicling the lives and legacies of royal families from around the world, it has been an honour to serve as your eyes and ears from behind Palace walls. In our final issue we’ve left you with a question to ponder… The British royal family has always faced its challenges, but, as the world evolves at a rapid pace, can ‘the Firm’ keep up? As a special goodbye, the team has collected our favourite images from royal history,…

1947 PRINCESS ELIZABETH MARRIES PRINCE PHILIP ON 20 NOVEMBER 1947 PRINCESS ELIZABETH OF ENGLAND, 21, MARRIED PRINCE PHILIP OF GREECE & DENMARK, 26, AT LONDON’S WESTMINSTER ABBEY. THOUSANDS GATHERED IN THE STREETS OF LONDON TO CELEBRATE THE NUPTIALS, WITH 2000 INVITED GUESTS IN THE ABBEY. NOT ONLY WERE ROYAL FANS EXCITED, BUT THE GLORIOUS CEREMONY CAME JUST A COUPLE OF YEARS AFTER THE END OF WORLD WAR II & THE PEOPLE WERE READY TO CELEBRATE WITH JOY & RELIEF. HUNDREDS OF BRITS SENT THEIR RATION COUPONS TO THE PRINCESS TO PUT TOWARDS THE WEDDING BREAKFAST & MAKING HER DRESS. HER MAJESTY SENT BACK THE COUPONS, HOWEVER – IT WOULD HAVE BEEN ILLEGAL TO USE THEM. BUT IT’S THE THOUGHT THAT COUNTS! 40s 1948 A FUTURE KING IS BORN PRINCESS ELIZABETH’S FIRST…

It’s nearly 28 years since the tragic death of Princess Diana, but her timeless beauty continues to captivate us today. From her glowing, flawless skin to that signature electric-blue eyeliner, her effortless glamour remains an inspiration to many around the globe. To help you recreate her iconic look, we’ve rounded up the beauty products she is known to have used, along with a few of her rumoured favourites. HYBRID HERO Elizabeth Arden’s iconic Eight Hour Cream has been a longtime favourite among members of the royal family, so it’s no surprise that Diana also had this staple in her beauty bag. This multitasking balm can be used all over the body to help soothe, hydrate and restore the skin, and even had the royal seal of approval from the late…

It was a royal wedding that was never meant to be. When Crown Prince Harald, the only male heir to the Norwegian throne, met commoner Sonja Haraldsen at a party in June 1959, the star-crossed lovers had a huge fight ahead. Harald’s father, King Olav V, forbade the match. He felt his only son should marry a woman of equal social stature – certainly not the daughter of a clothing merchant. But Harald and Sonja continued to meet in secret and, after his 30th birthday, the future King of Norway gave his father an ultimatum – approve his union with Sonja or Harald would refuse to ever marry. With Harald being Olav’s only heir, the King had no choice but to give the couple his blessing. On 18 March 1968,…

Supercross Simply solve our crossword and work out the secret answer, which is revealed in the coloured squares, reading left to right and top to bottom. ACROSS 1 Sentry, security operative (5)4 – Antoinette, last Queen of France (5)6 K in UK (7)9 The Sound of –, family favourite film (5)12 Pop group who had a 1976 hit with Dancing Queen (4)13 Donald –, 45th and 47th US President (5)14 Love is in the Air singer (4,4,5)16 Late People's Princess (5)17 Bishop of Rome (4)18 Name before marriage (3)19 Shroud in heavy mist (5)23 Sections of a play (4)24 Grand home on a country estate (5)25 Noble appellations (6)27 Mode of address for a King (4)28 Ancient harp (4)29 Procession, particularly involving horses (9)33 – Bowles, the Queen Consort's former surname (6)35…

This rich colourway offers a balance of sophistication, warmth and versatility. Whether you’re dressing for a formal event or casual outing, it will elevate your wardrobe. Burgundy is chic, timeless and effortlessly stylish, making it an essential shade for the cooler months.…

KING & QUEEN’S FIRST ART & CULTURE BALL Queen Mary of Denmark let her hair down and danced the night away with her husband, King Frederik, at the Banquet for Arts and Culture, hosted by the royal couple at the Christiansborg Palace in Copenhagen. The tradition of the special arts and culture party began in 1976 when former Queen Margrethe II, who also attended this year’s gala, held the reception for the first time. This year, for the first time as King and Queen, Frederik and Mary greeted guests in the Velvet Chamber at the Palace before sitting down for formal dinner and dancing in the Hall of Honour. Fred looked sharp in a black and white tuxedo, but Australian-born Mary stole the spotlight in a shimmering pink Jenny Packham…

Standing in the state apartments at St James’ Palace in November 2010, as she prepared to meet Britain’s media formally for the first time, as fiancée to the heir to the throne, Kate Middleton had chosen to wear a simple blue wrap dress from London-based label Issa. The dress’ striking shimmering blue shade perfectly complimented her new sapphire and diamond engagement ring. Everyone was here to see the ring that evoked memories of William’s late mother, Princess Diana – he had wanted to include her in the occasion in some way and the focus on that sapphire blue was the perfect nod to her. In a world where every one of Princess Catherine’s sartorial choices is scrutinised from head to toe – from her chic fascinators to her beige round-toe…

MAYBE ONE’S SECOND HUSBAND? When Queen Victoria died in 1901, she was buried with a plaster cast of her (adored but long-dead) husband Prince Albert’s hand, and his dressing gown. Albert died in 1861 at just 42 and the Queen wore black clothing for the rest of her life. She is thought to have never recovered from her loss. Or did she? Prince Albert’s ‘gillie’, John Brown, became a close friend and supporter to the Queen and was given the permanent role of ‘leader of the Queen’s pony’. Rumours circulated that there was something improper in their relationship, but the Queen dismissed it as ‘ill-natured gossip in the higher classes’. However, as well as Albert’s dressing gown, Queen Victoria was buried with a lock of John Brown’s hair, his photograph,…