This is a very last-minute post so bear with the skimpy details. We weren't going to feature this event, but a first appearance for one of the Dutch princesses made me change my mind. Our friend of the blog, Triple A, has graciously sent us some early screenshots. You'll want to hold on to your… Continue reading Pop-Up Post – Prinsjesdag 2023
Category: Netherlands
Pop-Up Post – Belgian/Dutch State Visit Banquet
Popping up so we can talk tiaras tonight! The Dutch have arrived for their three-day visit to Belgium: the banquet will be held tonight. Post your photos and comments, and we'll be around with whatever official photos and IDs we can drum up later. Please keep to the topic of this post. We know there's… Continue reading Pop-Up Post – Belgian/Dutch State Visit Banquet
Hofdame Bits and Bobs
What a week, right? One royal wedding, two state visits, and a plethora of coronation events. Take a deep breath, put your feet up, and dive in for a relaxing respite. Ha, just kidding! The royals all jumped on planes and immediately started a new round of events. Belgium Queen Mathilde bolted from the coronation… Continue reading Hofdame Bits and Bobs
Designer Diaries – New Monarchs and New Clothes
Two days to the coronation of King Charles III. What will the women of the royal family wear? It's still a mystery, although rumors are flying thick and fast. Long gowns? Tiaras? Floral headdresses? Day dresses? Hats? We do know what was worn at the last British coronation. You can look back at our Hofdame… Continue reading Designer Diaries – New Monarchs and New Clothes
Hofdame Bits and Bobs
Hofdame Note: We had a party this weekend! If you are looking for photos and comments about the royal wedding in Luxembourg, it's all in this post. Coronation week! We have some fun posts this week to the lead-up, including a guest post that pulls all the aspects of the service together for you in… Continue reading Hofdame Bits and Bobs