Kensington Palace (Video Tour) -- Kate Middleton and Prince Williams' New Home after £12m Renovation

LONDON, UK – After a hefty £12m renovation the Kensington Palace - the home of the British royal family and the future official London residence of Prince William and Kate Middleton - has been reopened to the public.

Kensington Palace: Kate Middleton and Prince Williams' New Home after £12m Renovation 

 Kensington Palace is the red-brick block behind the heavy iron-work where all those flower-patterned tributes were piled up in 1997 to honor the late Lady Diana, Princess of Wales.

When Queen Elizabeth came to visit all this, she was enthralled , especially by a screen showing footage of Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee parade through London in 1897. Her own, of course, is just weeks away.

Fashion student Becka Hunt, 20, to design shoes for Kate Middleton

Leicester, UK – A fashion student got the Royal approval to design a pair of shoes for the Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton.

Fashion student Becka Hunt, 20, to design shoes for Kate Middleton

The 20-year-old Becka Hunt was chosen from six students of footwear design degree to divulge their shoe creations to Kate at Leicester's De Montfort University yesterday, as part of the Queen's Diamond Jubilee visit to the university.

The talented young designer was left enchanted when the Duchess selected her blue suede shoes as her favorite.

Becka's blue suede high heels with cream lace beading and an open front will now be made up and presented to Kate at a future date, the daily mail reported.

 

Becka said: 'I'm absolutely overwhelmed. The color of the shoes was inspired by Kate's engagement ring.

'I'm hoping this will get my name out there. I'm in shock still - it means everything and it is a massive thing for my career.

'I don't know where exactly my career will go, but as long as I'm designing shoes I'll be happy.

SOURCE: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2112333/Fashion-student-Becka-Hunt-design-shoes-Duchess-Cambridge-Kate-Middleton.html#ixzz1obNXlIRZ

Diamond Jubilee Tour with Queen -- Kate Middleton Wows in LK Bennett's Peplum Dress

LONDON - The Queen, Prince Philip and Kate Middleton arrived at the busy station just a while ago where crowds of people gathered to see them board the train to Leicester as part of Her Maj’s Diamond Jubilee tour.

Kate Middleton Wows in LK Bennett's Peplum Dress

The wore looked super trendy, wearing LK Bennett's Jude jacket in teal worn over LK Bennett's knee-length Davina dress in the same color and a James Lock hat.

The peplum suit is stylish and graceful enough for a royal outing, but the peplum adds just a touch of fashion-forward thinking that makes Kate look of-the-moment and exceptionally splendid.

The Queen is looking pretty trendy herself, in her bright-fuchsia cashmere Angela Kelly suit. The Duke looked his usual jovial self, we bet he was cracking a few gags during their hour or so train journey. 

Queen Elizabeth annoyed by Kate Middleton's thrifty clothing choices (Video)

LONDON, UK (Sat, Mar. 03) – Queen Elizabeth is "mildly irritated" that the media has turned Kate Middleton into a fashion icon since the royal wedding in April last year, revealed by a reliable source inside the royal family. 

Queen Elizabeth annoyed by Kate Middleton's thrifty clothing choices

According to some media reports; Queen Elizabeth has apparently accepted Kate Middleton as a new member to the royal family, but from inside she hates the Kate Middleton's parsimonious clothing choices as well as her fairly short hemlines.

The royal family source further said, "There's a danger in the Duchess being seen as always hunting out bargains. She is, after all, a royal princess and it's not necessarily extravagant to dress like one."

It looks like the Queen and the other royal family members do not understand that these prudent, realistic manners are part of what makes Kate a very loving and caring person to the rest of the world. 

One thing's for sure, Queen Elizabeth may be in charge of the royal family, and Camilla may be in line to be queen once Prince Charles takes over the monarchy, but something tells me that no matter who actually holds the throne, all eyes will still be on Kate Middleton.

Take a look at the video clip below of Queen Elizabeth II walk in and greet guests at a media reception followed by Camilla, and then Kate. Notice how the excitement of the people in line changes the minute Kate comes in!

Valentine's Day Special: Kate buys a pair of £25 boxer shorts for Prince Williams

LONDON – Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton continues her fight against wasteful spending, by sending a pair of cozy boxers to Prince William for their first Valentine's Day as a married couple.

Kate buys a pair of £25 boxer shorts for Prince Williams on this Valentine's Day

The trendy Kate Middleton, who often chooses to wear clothes 'low cost', even on Valentine's Day has decided not to spend a fortune, opting for a gift 'not expensive at all'.

Although away from her beloved husband, who is currently on a mission to the Falkland Islands with the RAF, Duchess has decided to focus on a cheaper gift but very useful and even a bit ‘naughty’.

As reported in the 'Sun', the Duchess sent Prince Williams a pair of black boxers from Ralph Lauren, spending only 25 pounds, which was much appreciated by Duchess’ husband.

On the other hand, Prince Williams is quite the romantic having sent his wife a more traditional present on 14 February - a bouquet of flowers with a card reading: "Missing you".

Happy Brithday Kate Middleton (Jan. 09) -- Photos/Pictures: Childhood, College Life, Pre-mariage and Post-marriage

The Duchess of Cambridge turns 30 today! Therefore, we would firstly like to wish Kate Middleton a very “Happy Birthday”. This is her first big day after getting married to Prince Williams in April last year.

Happy Birthday: Kate Middleton's life in pictures

 The Kate Middleton had a real wonderful and eventful previous year in her life and rose up to new and unique heights of fame and style which were earlier associated to her mother-in-law Lady Diana.   

The future queen has given us a fantastic reason to write about her on her special day, as she stepped out at London’s Leicester Square last night to attend the 'War Horse' premiere with hubby Prince William by her side (who was also holding up her umbrella – aww!).

Kate continued her love affair with Temperley as she wowed the crowd in a floor-length lace Temperley couture dress, accessorized with a chic black clutch and a simple but incredibly sparkly silver bracelet.

The British media reports earlier that Kate doesn’t have any prolific birthday celebration plans, but you never know – sister Pippa Middleton and brother-in-law Prince Harry may have something up their sleeves…(read here secret birthday party plans)

Once again: Happy Birthday Kate! See below the memories from the life of Duchess of Cambridge:

Happy Birthday: Kate Middleton's Childhood

Happy Birthday: Kate Middleton's Childhood

Happy Birthday: Kate Middleton's College Life

Happy Birthday: Kate Middleton with Prince Williams in College Life

Happy Birthday: Kate Middleton's College Life

Happy Birthday: Kate Middleton's College Life

 

 

 

 

 

Happy Birthday: Kate Middleton Just Before Wedding Day

Happy Birthday: Kate Middleton's wedding with Prince Williams

Happy Birthday: Kate Middleton's wedding with Prince Williams

Photo: Kate Midlleton wowed the fans in Temperley couture dress at 'War Horse' premiere

LONDON, UK (Jan. 09) – The Duchess of Cambridge turns 30 today! Therefore, we would firstly like to wish Kate Middleton a very “Happy Birthday”. This is her first big day after getting married to Prince Williams in April last year.

Kate Midlleton wowed the fans in Temperley couture dress at 'War Horse' premiere

 The Kate Middleton had a real wonderful and eventful previous year in her life and rose up to new and unique heights of fame and style which were earlier associated to her mother-in-law Lady Diana.   

The future queen has given us a fantastic reason to write about her on her special day, as she stepped out at London’s Leicester Square last night to attend the 'War Horse' premiere with hubby Prince William by her side (who was also holding up her umbrella – aww!).

Kate continued her love affair with Temperley as she wowed the crowd in a floor-length lace Temperley couture dress, accessorized with a chic black clutch and a simple but incredibly sparkly silver bracelet.

The British media reports earlier that Kate doesn’t have any prolific birthday celebration plans, but you never know – sister Pippa Middleton and brother-in-law Prince Harry may have something up their sleeves…(read here secret birthday party plans)

Once again: Happy Birthday Kate!