Belle of the Ball: Kate Middleton

I know, I know, where have I been?! I haven't found the time to post in the past week due to finishing work for university, then finishing uni for the year, coming down with girl flu (the ladies alternative to man flu), seeing The Saturdays (SO GOOD), my mothers 60th birthday surprise and I also lost my voice completely...  With all that behind me I've finally been able to come back to my blog and I've missed you all so much! 

Last night was The Sun's 'Millies' aka The Military Awards which was a star studded event to celebrate the British soldiers and all that they do for us.  There were many a star including Amy Childs, Peter Andre, Little Mix and Lydia with her Beau Arg from TOWIE.  As well as all of the celebrities, the soldiers being honoured were rubbing shoulders with Prince Harry, Prince William and of course Kate Middleton who wore a velvet noir fishtail number by McQueen.  

If you've been reading my blog for a while, you'll know I've become smitten with our Duchess and her British style.  I thought she looked stunning, the dress hugged her (ever fading) figure, her hair was tousled as per and her make up seemed to be slightly softer than her usual hard liner.  Kate accessorised her dress with a matching black velvet clutch, ruby and white diamond necklace and bracelet combo as well as her mother-in-laws engagement ring.  

This has certainly been her year and I wonder whether our obsession with Wills and Kate will continue in 2012.  What do you think of her look?  You can watch The Sun's Military Awards tomorrow night (Wednesday 21st) on ITV1 at 8.30pm.  

I Spy! A right royal commoner to style icon.

The Middletons have been centre of attention for the past week and a bit thanks to Kate and Wills Royal knees up, but it wasn't just Kate making headlines.  Pippa, the younger sister to the new Duchess, has certainly been turning heads since the Royal nuptials, even getting a website dedicated to her mighty derriere (if you don't believe me, click here).  Of course I am far more interested to the garment covering her modesty than what is underneath and Vogue seem to think she's fashion worthy, giving her, her very own style file.  

Looking a bit drab.  

Gorgeous in chiffon.

Similar to Kate, Pippa's style has dramatically changed from country bumpkin to princess (Harry wishes) chic.  Although Kate's style is more tailored to be appropriate for Royalty, Pippa seems to keep on trend, opting for a colour block dress the day before her sisters wedding.  

An heir and her not-so-spare.

And of course, I would be a failure of a trainee fashion journalist if I didn't mention Pippa's most iconic look to date.  That gorgeous Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen dress.  

So what do you think of Pippa's style, Yay or Nay? I certainly think it's enviable and screams 'classy' without looking too arrogant.  I give it a yay, also if any of you know the girls brother, please pass my email on...

To check out more of Pippa's style, go to Vogue.com

 

Isn't she lovely.

I bet you're all sick to death of Royal Wedding chatter but I couldn't resist posting these beautiful photos on my blog.  Catherine Middleton arrived at the Abbey a commoner in a gorgeous McQueen lace dress, with inspiration coming from Grace Kelly no doubt.  The blushing bride then met her Prince at the end of the aisle, to which he said "you look beautiful", those three words will take on a new meaning to girls all around the world.  After a ceremony which proved quite emotional (I'm sure I saw Kate shed a few tears as she walked down the aisle), we were graced with a new Princess who will bring a breath of fresh air to the Monarchy.  They led a procession to which Kate turned to Wills and beamed "I'm so happy".  That you should be! 

Catherines father gave her away to an emotional William who told her "you look beautiful."

They said their vows with no mistakes, a sign of a perfect marriage.  

They emerged from the Abbey as husband and wife.  

That kiss, which happened twice which left William blushing, "No more!"

What did you think of todays events? Apparently there is another surprise yet to come when the couple leave the Palace at around 3.30pm.

UPDATE:  

So the surprise was Prince William driving his fathers Aston Martin which was most likely decorated by his brother, Prince Harry.  This was a lovely touch and seems very much the couples own input to their big day.

Another stunning dress, again designed by Sarah Burton, for the evenings events.  Doesn't she look radiant and so genuinely happy?

Now all that is left is to see whether that spark between Pippa and Prince Harry amounts to anything (The Middletons would really be on a role there).  

  

A week full of celebrations!

I hope you all had a Merry Easter weekend, I spent Saturday in Tesco and yesterday in the garden with my family, playing games with my niece.  I still can't quite believe how gorgeous the weathers been, I think this may be the first Easter in a while where we've enjoyed it in the sun.

I've got a rather busy week ahead, which is a complete contrast to the one just past.  Today, I ended up in Guildford shopping for my brothers birthday present, but of course they didn't have what I intended to get.

Instead, I decided to surprise my best friend, who was bored at work and I couldn't wait until Thursday to give her a big ol' cuddle.  I think she was happy by the pounce I received.

This is such an old photo, about this time last year when we were revising (or watching sex and the city/friends re-runs) for the English exam with our beloved Heathcliff.  

Tomorrow I have two interviews for summer internships at PR agencies Modus and Push.  I am not nervous about them, although I'm not looking forward to getting to both of them as the last interview I had I got rather lost.  This time I have maps, times of trains etc.  I'll keep you posted, I hope to get one of them.

I will end up working for Peoples Rev...

Wednesday is going to be a pretty chilled day, I only have a driving lesson and then the house to myself. I'll probably be prepping my organs for Thursday evening (this includes apologising too...)

This is what the back of my driving instructors car looks like when I'm off to uni afterwards...

Thursday I finally get girl time with my best friend, she's coming round after University to get ready for her beau's 21st birthday night out (now you understand the apologies to my internal organs).  I'm planning on wearing and LBD with these House of Holland tights which I won on ebay over the weekend (providing they get here on time).  

I'm going to try and inject some colour with my accessories as I'll be wearing black heels too most likely.  Look out for an outfit of the night look on Friday.  

Me and the birthday boy last summer.

On Friday, I'll be recovering whilst watch Wills and Kate marry (I'm excited and I don't care!)

What have you got planned this week?

A Right Royal Souvenir.

If you have ever been to a big white wedding, you'll know your typical souvenirs are the sugar coated almonds, in a pretty little bag or (if you're the psycho 'I will be the bride not always the bridesmaid' type) the Brides bouquet. 

 An amusing evening of flicking through Vogue.com, showed me the many a souvenir you can buy to commemorate the Royal Wedding.  Don't get me wrong, I am slightly excited about it (i'm a sucker for a wedding and, indeed, a romance) but do we really need a 'Barbie' doll Kate?  Yes you heard me.  A doll.  

I guess they are banking on the girls who couldn't get the 'engagement' dress in shops and would therefore purchase a doll to remind them of how elegant she looked.  At a non festive $195 I do think they are going overboard...

You can also buy many other items...

Even children retailers are getting involved.  I have to admit this is pretty sweet and my nearly two year old niece would probably love this... £15

Of course, you get the extremely stupid and then you get the 'okay that could look kinda cool'.  

These pumps are pretty cute and remind me of Vivienne Westwood's Prince Charming stuff.  You can get them on the day for £98

When I first saw this I thought, Vogue.com have you gone mad?  I then realised it said 'Kate' and 'Will' on it.  I think it's quite a nice idea to get the younger generation involved.  This comes in at £25 from Selfridges.  

And here are some humorous ones I saw...

£17; John Lewis

£29.95; www.notonthehighstreet.com

£30; Harvey Nichols (don't worry this includes afternoon tea too...)

Will you be buying into the wedding?  I think I'll just stick to my special Royal Wedding edition of Vogue, after all I'm only a student, not a princess.

Theres to be a Royal Wedding!

The news broke this morning that Prince William and Kate Middleton are engaged to be married, something that has been long awaited by the British nation.  Although the news has brought a great amount of joy throughout the day, there has also been a lot of speculation as to what dress Kate will don on the day.


There are many options available for the bride-to-be, but with her fashion forward mind, there has been speculation to whether she will go for a Vivienne Westwood to a Stella McCartney garment.  Time will tell, and I wish a happy and successful marriage to both, even if I was supposed to marry him.