The season for the release of Christmas videos and photos is upon us. Camilla hosted her annual Christmas tree decorating party to support the Roald Dahl Charity and the Helen and Douglas House. The Danish princely couple also released their yearly family video, and Daisy and her elves/gnomes have been busy. The Swedes are celebrating Lucia Day with Estelle and Oscar sass, as they do every year.
Britain
We chat a lot around here about how good Kate is with kids, how Harry charms the young ones, and how even the Monacos light up around babies. Sometimes, though, you just need Camilla in grandma mode. She was utterly, utterly charming while hosting the annual Christmas tree decoration party. My cold avocado pit of a heart melted into a puddle of tears watching her serve some of the kids at the table, and at the guard using his sword to add an ornament to a high branch. The entire video is enchanting. No word on the provenance of Camilla’s dress, but the red was festive and flattering and that is all that counts.
Denmark
Danish Newsflash: Prince Christian is now an adult. I do believe he is officially taller than his mom and probably going eye to eye with dad. All the kids look great, of course, and we get a peek at the family putting ornaments on the lovely Danish Christmas tree.
Oh Daisy. I can’t read Danish and I can’t pretend to know what these gnomes or elves are really up to, but the whimsy and imagination that you bring to this yearly tradition cannot be denied. If you want to see more of the same, head to https://www.instagram.com/detdanskekongehus/ to follow their progress!
Sweden
Happy St. Lucia’s Day to all of you and yours from Estelle and Oscar!