Will Kate Middleton ever become queen?
Will Kate Middleton ever become queen?
The wedding of Kate Middleton and Prince William was equated to a fairy tale. A commoner marrying the Prince to become apart of the world’s most prestigious and well known Royal Family captivated the world. We marvelled at the ten year romance and waited, breath abated to see the dress. The wedding was spectacular and everything we had hoped it would be. After the wedding Kate Middleton was given the title of princess by the public’s popular opinion, but officially Kate is not a princess. Princesses are born into the Royal family and are given that title at birth. Therefore, by marriage Kate is not a princess but she takes on the title bestowed by the Queen.
On their wedding day the Queen Elizabeth conferred several titles on William. The second in line to the thrown is now Duke of Cambridge, Earl of Strathearn and Baron Carrickefergus. Kate is now known as Her Royal Highness Duchess of Cambridge. Kate is also known as Princess William of Wales, taking on her husband’s title. This is a long standing tradition that will most likely never change. Will Kate, Her Royal Highness Duchess of Cambridge, ever be queen? The Answer is yes, but only if William ascends the throne. Once William becomes King, Kate will become Queen consort, at which time she will be known as Queen Kate. If William dies, Kate will have no rights to rule but the title will be passed down to the next heir to the throne.
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The right bag for your body
You are, no doubt, perfectly used to picking out the styles that suit your body type. However, chances are you probably don’t put the same thought into choosing a handbag that suits your shape as you would scrutinise a pair of jeans, for example. If it’s a beautiful handbag that suits your shoes, you’re convinced. A handbag can be just as flattering to your shape as that perfect pair of Michele Magic jeans. Who’d have thought accessories could be so slimming?
The essence of the flattering handbag is in trying to find one with a shape that compliments your own. The way to do this is to go for one which is the opposite of your body type. So, if your body is long and lean, the complimentary bag will be a bit slouchy, somewhat soft and a bit more rounded. Go for something like this rose shoulder bag by Cheet London.
If you have a rounder and more voluptuous figure, go for a bag which is longer and more angular. Something with a rectangular or square silhouette would be perfect. A clutch, like this sleek, purple snakeskin bag by Bourne or this classic, quilted leather bag by Gray & Osbourn would be the ideal compliment to your body shape.
Whereas the shape of your bag should compliment you by contrasting your body type, the size of your new bag should be well proportioned to your figure. It’s all a question of scale. If you are tall, a tiny little bag would look lost; if you are small, a huge tote bag will drown you. It is worth remembering that the length of your shoulder bag is incredibly important as it draws attention to whatever part of your body that it’s near. So, if it hangs beside your hips, that’s the area it will accentuate. A bag that that hangs by your waist will tend to be quite slimming and flattering to most figures.
Fashion Fixes for Troublesome Areas
For the vast majority of real women, looking fabulous is a delicate blend of complimenting your assets while camouflaging any problem areas. Although everyone’s bodyshape is a bit different, the same problems keep resurfacing so here are a few tips to tackle those troublesome areas.
If you feel that you have quite broad shoulders, the best remedy is to wear a V-neck. Gerry Weber’s grey “batwing” jumper is great for this as the asymmetric pattern and deep V-neck break up the width of your shoulders.
On the other hand, if you feel your shoulders are too narrow and lack definition, consider jackets with shoulder pads and boatneck tops. This utterly enchanting, pure silk chiffon tunic by Toisie is ideal. You do want to avoid items that draw the eye to the centre of your body. So, things like long necklaces, scarves and tight tops which highlight the width of your hips in comparison to your shoulders.
One of the most common areas of dissatisfaction amongst women of all ages is their bust. If you’re amongst those that feel conscious of having a small bust, go for lighter shades on top and darker shades on the bottom. Tops with decoration over your chest are also good, as are those with round necklines. Gerry Weber’s sun print top works beautifully. Also, anything too tight or with too high a neckline can flatten you out. If you want to disguise a large bust, you want to go for open collars or V-neck tops with more simple designs. The elegantly draping, stretch jersey mock wrap top by Gina Bacconi is a simple block of colour with subtle flower corsage detailing and is wonderfully flattering for the larger bust.
If you’re one of the select few that feel your waist is just too small, your main aim should be to avoid cinching in, which will draw attention to your waist and accentuate your hips. You should feel confident in accentuating this feature though, so try a broad signature belt, like this one adorned with faux jet beading.
The tummy area is a more common concern and can be tackled with A-line skirts and dresses, wrap style tops and shoulder pads. Basler’s pure wool, A-line skirt and jersey wrap top will work great on you. You might want to consider shapewear too. A seamless, underwired bodyshaper contours and supports your bust, flattens your tummy and gives your derriére a lift.
White for Summer
White is the new black and there is no better companion to bronzed skin. A monochrome colour scheme is set to be the hot trend for the summer season. White signature pieces are going to be big in 2010 and Europe’s top designers are making the most of it. Whether you decide to go for a cool and contemporary, long-line blazer in white linen from someone like Fenn Wright Manson or a sumptuous and stylish, ivory crêpe jacket like this season’s hot pick from Basler, a white jacket worn over a bold black top perfectly encapsulates this year’s monochrome trend, with a nod to timeless, Chanel inspired classic fashion.
White is the ideal colour for summer days and the beauty of it is that it never dates. Depending on how you wear it, white can deliver an instantly Riviera-esque sense of glamour, or an 80’s inspired, big hair and shoulder pads look. Ultimately, you go with the look that works for you but there are subtleties to consider, as white is a statement colour no-matter how you wear it.
When picking the right shoes to go with your white ensemble, the temptation can be to go with white shoes too but if you are conscious of the size of your feet, white shoes can make them look even bigger than they are. Instead, we would recommend that you go for footwear in a colour that’s not too far away from your skin tone. So, instead of a brilliant white, go for more of a soft shell pink, pale silver or a natural tan tone. Keeping with the monochrome trend, a pair of smart black patent shoes can work wonderfully well with your white pieces. As a possible exception, white shoes do work well with a loose fitting, wide legged pair of white trousers. Gerry Weber have some wonderful, soft twill trousers that are a great example.
To update the classic monochrome, add an extra layer of tonal variation to your black and white ensemble with some soft grey or silvery hues. Prints can be a modern way to express this monochrome gradation. Delicate print trim on otherwise white pieces will look great and bands of contrasting colour at the hemline will also serve to create the illusion of length.
Monochrome black and whites are a traditional favourite for Ladies Day and this year’s meeting at Ascot was no exception. It’s a deliciously chic, classic look that simply exudes elegance and as such, it’s a great way to set yourself apart from the attention starved, wannabe celebs that go big, bold and brassy with their colour choice. Monochrome looks are the domain of the subtly sophisticated but no less stunning. Think Chanel, not Chantelle.
Top Ten Style Tips
1. Long jackets can look shapeless and make your legs appear shorter. If you’re going to wear a longer length jacket, that’s one which finishes below your hips, pay attention to the shape. A belt can draw your waist in, and create a gorgeous silhouette.
2. Diagonal lines and bias cuts are excellent at tricking the eye into moving up and down, rather than dividing your body into horizontal blocks. If you’re looking to elongate your silhouette, consider dresses with a bias cut and incorporate more diagonals where possible.
3. Layering can be difficult but it’s a great way to mix textures and colours in interesting ways. Done right, it looks thoughtful and stylish, and remember building layers of texture and tone can appear more sophisticated than layering different colours.
4. Clothes that fit to the shoulder give a more flattering silhouette than those with a dropped-shoulder, or off the shoulder cut. It’s a look that’s going out of date too.
5. If you feel that you have quite broad shoulders, the best remedy is to wear a V-neck as it will break up the width of your shoulders. If you feel your shoulders are too narrow and lack definition, go for a boatneck top.
6. This spring, try a bracelet-length sleeve as an interesting and stylish alternative to the usual wrist length or three quarter length. .
7. Ensure you bu y clothes that fit well, you may think that buying tighter clothes can slim you but actually, if they’re too tight this can be very unflattering. Go for clothes with a bit of drape; they’ll skim your curves and make you look svelte.
8. Rather than pairing very different colours top and bottom, which can cut your body in half, go for a close tonal combination from head to foot. This will elongate your body and create the appearance of a slimmer figure.
9. Use bold patterns and textures to draw attention to your features. Prints are in this spring but make sure that they are in proportion to your body and the tones match your complexion.
10. When accessorising, don’t be afraid to go bold but try to stick to one stunning signature piece. This will make a statement and create an impact on your outfit. However, a matching set of jewellery, designed to work together, can look great against a simple, plain outfit.