This past year has been an incredible time for the royal family, but most importantly The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. 2013 brought amazing memories, fantastic events, and – oh yeah – a baby. We couldn’t end the year without a spectacular review of Kate’s best moments. There were so many wonderful things happening in… Continue Reading
Keeping Up with the Cambridges-December 29
The presents have been unwrapped, and the puddings digested, as another Christmas has passed. I hope that your day was filled with fun, laughter, and quality time with the ones you love just like the Cambridges’ day was! This Week: December 25- Happy Christmas! On Wednesday morning, the Royal Family bundled up to take… Continue Reading
A Very British Festive (and New Year) Season
Despite the day being done and dusted, the Christmas spirit is still well and truly alive. While the presents have been opened and the chocolates (only slightly) delved into, there’s still plenty of turkey left over in every household, even at Sandringham, and the Christmas television continues all the way through until New Year. We’ve… Continue Reading
Rules of EtiKate: Hostessing
Now that we have all learned how to have a flawless table setting, we can start hosting fabulous dinner parties! Whether it is a small get-together, a swanky cocktail party, or a five-course formal sit-down dinner, here are some etiquette tips on how to be a gracious and regal hostess. Send out invitations far in… Continue Reading
A Royal Christmas Eve with Kate
Tis the night before Christmas, and all through the palace… Kate is at Sandringham this evening celebrating with the Royal Family. The entire royal family is expected to be at the event. Last year, Catherine was voilently ill with hypermesis gravidarum and could not attend the annual event. However, it is something of a royal requirement… Continue Reading
Keeping Up with the Cambridges- December 22
Oh you better watch out, you better not cry, you better not pout I’m tellin you why, The Cambridges are going to Sandringham! Christmas is a mere three days away and soon William, Kate, and George will be heading up North for the annual Royal festivities. In the meantime… This Week: December 18- Ho… Continue Reading
Cooking with Catherine: Peppermint Creams
Tis the season to be minty – fa la la la laaaa. During the holiday season, its all about peppermint. Candy canes and mint mochas mark the Christmas season. Pippa shared memories of Christmases where she, Kate and James would snack on peppermint creams and clementines. The flavors remind her of family Christmases in Bucklebury.… Continue Reading
Dealing with In-laws like a Duchess
Family gatherings around the holidays can be very stressful situations and more so if you have to deal with in-laws. Sometimes it’s hard enough dealing with your own family dynamics, but navigating the relations of another family as an outsider can be jarring. I myself have been learning the ins and outs of the in-law… Continue Reading
Wardrobe Wednesday: Amour pour Amoret
It was the groan heard around the world… last week, Kate stepped out in the gorgeous Temperley “Amoret” gown. There is no doubt that this gown is stunning, but royal watchers were quick to note that this was the THIRD outing in this dress. It has clearly become one of Kate’s favorite gowns, and with… Continue Reading
Keeping Up with the Cambridges- December 15
With just ten days left until Father Christmas wishes he had eaten less carbs so he could fit down the chimney, these days and hours have been filled with merry chaos trying the decorate, shop, and get things in order for the Holiday. No doubt Kate is doing the same- however being a Royal,… Continue Reading
By Royal (hair) Appointment
I have literally just got home after having my done this evening, and I’m in that mood of “oh my hair is so flowing, and lush, and beautiful” and the stylist I had today passed on a few of her tips for luscious hair to me. Now, combined with what I’ve learnt today and what… Continue Reading
Rules of EtiKate: Setting a Formal Table
While the last two EtiKate posts have been a bit aspirational (Meeting the Queen and Curtsying), this week’s post will focus on setting a formal table, a skill we can all use, whether it be at our next dinner party or the next time we sit down with our takeout. This diagram from Emily Post… Continue Reading
Holiday Hostess Gifts
With the holiday season upon us, our social calendars are quickly filling up with many fabulous parties to attend. Whether it’s a formal dinner or open house, each hostess puts so much effort into the event that it’s only proper to thank her with a hostess gift. Our suggestion is to stock up on a… Continue Reading
Keeping Up With the Cambridges- December 8
Christmas came early for us Kate lovers this past week! Due to the Duchess of Cambridge’s busy schedule, we were gifted with her presence on multiple occasions and even had a surprise appearance…did someone say tiara?! This Week: December 3- Diamonds are a girl’s best friend! On Tuesday, we were pleasantly surprised when we… Continue Reading