Photos: Munn/BigPicturesPhoto.com/Daily Mail
Thursday, July 28, 2011
Tiara Thursday: The Meander Tiara
Let's talk about the most distinctive piece from Princess Anne's jewel collection: the Meander Tiara.
This is an all-diamond piece featuring large Greek key designs. The central element is a laurel wreath surrounding a large brilliant cut diamond, and there are honeysuckle motifs on the side.
The Greek design is appropriate since this tiara belonged to Princess Andrew of Greece and Denmark (above, born Princess Alice of Battenberg), mother of Prince Phillip. Alice gave the tiara to her daughter-in-law, Queen Elizabeth, as a wedding gift. The Queen never wore it publicly. Personally, I think it would have looked quite out of place on the Queen, given her unchanging hairstyle.
Sometime in the early 1970s, the Queen gave the tiara to Princess Anne, and it's been on frequent display ever since.
The design of this tiara is quite modern, and far from girlish or romantic. As such, it's an excellent match for the Princess Royal. It suits her perfectly, right down to the way it nests in her famous hairdo.
Personally, I'd love to see this one on Zara. I'd rather she wear this than something from her grandmother, or one of Anne's other pieces. Like her mother, she has the right personality to carry off the design. And I'm telling you, ladies like that are few and far between.
What do you think?
Photos: Munn/BigPicturesPhoto.com/Daily Mail
Photos: Munn/BigPicturesPhoto.com/Daily Mail
Tiara Thursday: The Meander Tiara
Let's talk about the most distinctive piece from Princess Anne's jewel collection: the Meander Tiara.
This is an all-diamond piece featuring large Greek key designs. The central element is a laurel wreath surrounding a large brilliant cut diamond, and there are honeysuckle motifs on the side.
The Greek design is appropriate since this tiara belonged to Princess Andrew of Greece and Denmark (above, born Princess Alice of Battenberg), mother of Prince Phillip. Alice gave the tiara to her daughter-in-law, Queen Elizabeth, as a wedding gift. The Queen never wore it publicly. Personally, I think it would have looked quite out of place on the Queen, given her unchanging hairstyle.
Sometime in the early 1970s, the Queen gave the tiara to Princess Anne, and it's been on frequent display ever since.
The design of this tiara is quite modern, and far from girlish or romantic. As such, it's an excellent match for the Princess Royal. It suits her perfectly, right down to the way it nests in her famous hairdo.
Personally, I'd love to see this one on Zara. I'd rather she wear this than something from her grandmother, or one of Anne's other pieces. Like her mother, she has the right personality to carry off the design. And I'm telling you, ladies like that are few and far between.
What do you think?
Photos: Munn/BigPicturesPhoto.com/Daily Mail
Photos: Munn/BigPicturesPhoto.com/Daily Mail
Week in Review: The Duchess of Cambridge, 17-23 July
Here's what Catherine wore from 17-23 July:
I'll take a weird floating tiara over one of those mannequins that look possessed any day, myself. No, you won't find me voluntarily visiting a Madame Tussaud's museum...ever. (Pictures of the dress on display have been added to the wedding gown post.)
Photos: Daily Mail/Getty Images/Daylife
- Viewing the summer exhibition at Buckingham Palace with the Queen, 22 July, in a Joseph dress and Jimmy Choo heels. I got nothing. Bored to tears. Thank heavens the Queen pepped things up with her candor.
Photos: Daily Mail/Getty Images/Daylife
Week in Review: The Duchess of Cambridge, 17-23 July
Here's what Catherine wore from 17-23 July:
I'll take a weird floating tiara over one of those mannequins that look possessed any day, myself. No, you won't find me voluntarily visiting a Madame Tussaud's museum...ever. (Pictures of the dress on display have been added to the wedding gown post.)
Photos: Daily Mail/Getty Images/Daylife
- Viewing the summer exhibition at Buckingham Palace with the Queen, 22 July, in a Joseph dress and Jimmy Choo heels. I got nothing. Bored to tears. Thank heavens the Queen pepped things up with her candor.
Photos: Daily Mail/Getty Images/Daylife
Week in Review: Princess Charlene, 17-23 July
Here's what Charlene wore from 17-23 July:
- Visiting the exhibition on the couple's marriage, 21 July. Seems a bit formal, this repeated Cavalli, but I'm on board with the bright summer print. Quite youthful, unlike...
- a) and b) Monaco Diamond League meeting at Louis II stadium in Monaco, 22 July...this one. She just aged a good decade.
Week in Review: Princess Charlene, 17-23 July
Here's what Charlene wore from 17-23 July:
- Visiting the exhibition on the couple's marriage, 21 July. Seems a bit formal, this repeated Cavalli, but I'm on board with the bright summer print. Quite youthful, unlike...
- a) and b) Monaco Diamond League meeting at Louis II stadium in Monaco, 22 July...this one. She just aged a good decade.
Week in Review: Princess Letizia, 17-23 July
Here's what Letizia wore from 17-23 July:
- a) Meeting with directors of the Cervantes Institute, 20 July. I feel like I shouldn't like this, but I do. Maybe I'm too swayed by the accessories, as I'm coveting that clutch (b), and the Pretty Ballerinas shoes are sparkly! (Sparkly with Swarovski crystals and a hefty price tag, mind you.)
- a) and b) Attending audiences at Zarzuela Palace, 21 July. I only like this one from the back. Too bad most business requires a face to complete.
Week in Review: Princess Letizia, 17-23 July
Here's what Letizia wore from 17-23 July:
- a) Meeting with directors of the Cervantes Institute, 20 July. I feel like I shouldn't like this, but I do. Maybe I'm too swayed by the accessories, as I'm coveting that clutch (b), and the Pretty Ballerinas shoes are sparkly! (Sparkly with Swarovski crystals and a hefty price tag, mind you.)
- a) and b) Attending audiences at Zarzuela Palace, 21 July. I only like this one from the back. Too bad most business requires a face to complete.
Week in Review: Crown Princess Victoria, 17-23 July
Here's what Victoria wore from 17-23 July:
- Attending the wedding of Prince Rashid bin El Hassan and Zeina Shaban in Jordan, 22 July. Repeated pink Escada - not very fancy, but when the dress code for men is plain business suits, it works.
Week in Review: Crown Princess Mette-Marit, 17-23 July
Here's what Mette-Marit wore from 17-23 July:
- Attending the wedding of friends. Perfectly lovely for a summer wedding, I say.
Week in Review: Crown Princess Victoria, 17-23 July
Here's what Victoria wore from 17-23 July:
- Attending the wedding of Prince Rashid bin El Hassan and Zeina Shaban in Jordan, 22 July. Repeated pink Escada - not very fancy, but when the dress code for men is plain business suits, it works.
Week in Review: Crown Princess Mette-Marit, 17-23 July
Here's what Mette-Marit wore from 17-23 July:
- Attending the wedding of friends. Perfectly lovely for a summer wedding, I say.
David Beckham Launches Underwear For H&M
David Beckham follows the footsteps of wife Victoria Beckham in designing. David Beckham has signed a 2year partnership with H&M for a line of bodywear.
H&M said in a statement: "It marks the beginning of a significant relationship between H&M and David Beckham, with new Bodywear products being launched seasonally,". Telegraph
So in November we look forward to Versace collaborating with H&M (CAN'T WAIT) and in February 'Golden balls' (Victoria refers to him as that) launching underwear line.
I wonder do the Beckhams need money? Since when does David design, perhaps being the face of Armani underwear had encouraged him? Ah well just hope he's on the cover of H&M Ads!
Dreamy!!!!
image sourced from art8amby
Natalia Vodianova Face of Stella McCartney Fall 2011 Ad
Russian model and newly divorced Natalia Vodianova is the face of Stella McCartney Fall 2011 campaign Ad. Natalia poses in polkadot dresses and thick knitwear.
images sourced from front-row-view
When Your In A Hurry
When your in a hurry and can't find shoes, does this happen to you!
Who am I kidding this happens everyday...
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Elle Fanning All Grown Up For LOVE
Elle Fanning all grown up for LOVE magazine...
Doesn't she look Angelic
image sourced from front-row-view
Fashion ALERT! Guess Whats Opening 29th August
Fashion ALERT! Prada and Miu Miu opens it's stores at SAKs in Burjman on the 29th August 2011. Secure that date in your calender ladies! You just know your going to want to grab on to sequined shoes from Miu Miu and what seems to look like a 'mermaid' dress from Prada, or perhaps go with fur and sequins, Get it ALL if you can! So excited for Fall 2011....
Absolutely love the 'mermaid' designs
Miu Miu Fall 2011
images sourced from streetfashionstyle, fashionsart, yournextshoes, luxuo,
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