The Queen honored Ascot Races with her presence today.
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Ooooh oooh OOOH - look! It's only Day 1 of the Ascot brooch parade, and my brooch wishes have already been fulfilled! This is a brooch we haven't seen since it was worn by Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, and it is likely part of the set of Crown rubies that date back to Queen Victoria (although there are multiple ruby brooches and some dispute over which belong specifically to the set and which come from other sources). See the link below for more.
It's enormous and luscious, and looks a treat on this vibrant pink. I'm already on pins and needles waiting for Day 2...
We'll be doing a full rundown of the Ascot fashion stakes on the other blog tomorrow, so I'll save my comments on The Duchess of Cornwall's outfit for then. But as far as the jewels go...
...pffft. They're nothing to sneeze at on their own, don't get me wrong, but they are a bit of a let down after The Queen's surprise. Her Four Strand Pearl Choker with Small Diamond Clasp (with her chain necklace
and C charm underneath) and her Everyday Pearl Pendant Earrings make for
a thoroughly everyday combination.
The Queen also received the Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea for a private audience at Windsor Castle.
Bonus brooch for a busy day!
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