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You may be amused to know that the majority of the Telegraph newspaper readership agrees with you. 

Too much of a first wedding look for a second wedding.

As for newspaper coverage, in my opinion there was a similar amount to the wedding of the Lady Gabriella Kingston (whose marriage ended in tragedy) actually also because her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth attended the wedding and there were official portraits with her late Majesty in one of the drawing rooms at Windsor, flanked by both sides of the family ie Kingston and Prince Michael.

I don’t read the coverage as anything to do with working Royal or non-working Royal but actually closer to coverage of the aristocracy which would ordinarily appear in magazines like Tatler.

I fully expect that Mr and Mrs Phillips will appear at both Royal Ascot and Wimbledon, the latter probably in the first week.

They will probably also be on the Christmas walk, as it is Lady Sarah Chatto and her family. 

They will not be appearing on balconies or at State events.





Hi Nonny,

I expect them to turn up at the usual events attended by Peter Phillips as well (such as Trooping this weekend). I don't mind that at all.

I don't recall the coverage of Lady Gabriella's wedding being as 'in your face' as this one, and I don't recall her selling photos of her wedding to a magazine, but that could be my memory failing me.

I have seen more than a few comments about the wedding dress and veil being inappropriate for a second wedding for both parties. It seems I am not alone in my old fashioned idea about that. :)

This is speculation only

Cards drawn on the 10th of June, 2026

Question: When Queen Camilla granted a royal warrant to British Jeweller Kiki McDonough, was it a subtle dig at Princess Catherine?

Note: I am pleased that Kiki McDonough was awarded a royal warrant in April 2026. I have no doubt that she deserves the honour. What puzzles me is why the royal warrant was granted by Queen Camilla instead of by Princess Catherine, given that a) Princess Catherine is known for wearing Kiki McDonough jewels (other royals wear them as well, but Princess Catherine is the royal associated with the brand in the public eye), and b) as per reported news, Princess Catherine was supposed to issue her first royal warrants in Spring 2026, which presumably could have included one to her favourite jewellery designer.

This is a one card reading.

1) It did not need so much media attention. Peter is not a working royal. He is the untitled son of Princess Anne who is 19th in line to the throne. Yes, it was lovely to see the wedding, but the media coverage seemed excessive and unnecessary to me. I'm not saying that it shouldn't have got media coverage, just that it didn't need that much media coverage (maybe it was a slow news week - who knows).

2) The 'humble NHS nurse' bride seems to have a need to portray herself as old money (using an 'heirloom Pragnell tiara' instead of 'we borrowed the tiara from Pragnell Jewellers', ditto the earrings).

You can't have it both ways. You can't be a 'humble NHS nurse' (i.e. a commoner) and be from old money.

3) The 'humble NHS nurse' also seems to have a need to create royal connections that do not, in fact, exist, such as saying that she used the same jeweller as designed Queen Elizabeth's engagement ring, when Queen Elizabeth's ring was made in 1947 or earlier (the engagement was announced in July 1947) and Pragnell Jewellers was founded in 1954, and also the saying that her wedding dress was made by Emilia Wickstead, a designer worn by Princess Catherine.

This attempt to link herself with the two most respected women in the BRF today - Her Late Majesty and HRH The Princess of Wales - is, in my eyes, and attempt to imbue herself with a royal status that does not exist.

This is giving me stalker vibes and Meghan Markle vibes.

4) On a purely personal level, I did not like the clothes of the wedding party. This is personal taste, and I am aware that others think otherwise. I liked the bridesmaid dresses except for the funnel necks, but I did not like the bride's dress. It looks 'off' somehow to me, and I can't put my finger on why - like it is 90% there but not 100% there.

5) Selling the wedding photos to whatever magazine it was seems tacky to me. I am aware that this is Peter Phillips's modus operandi, and to my mind it is just as tacky and dubious as him using his position as the son of Princess Anne in milk ads in China. The fact that the bride was happy to go along with it tells me she has the same sort of moral compass, i.e. she is willing to use her status as a (married in) member of the wider royal family for money. I expect a flood of 'telling it as it is behind the scenes' articles to follow.

Again, this is giving me Meghan Markle vibes.

6) In my completely biased and utterly old fashioned opinion, the bridal outfit was completely unsuited for a second wedding for both parties. I look forward to seeing many more fashion faux pas in her future.

All in all, I was not impressed. The only discretion shown was in having their reception at Princess Anne's house instead of at some luxury hall or hotel somewhere. Everything else is giving me 'attention hungry and money hungry' vibes.

The person I feel for is Autumn the ex and her children. As a Canadian I’m particularly miffed that Peter saw fit to end his marriage with her after alleged adulterous behaviour. This woman gave up living in her country to build a life with him, plus I bet QEII had to pay her handsomely post divorce to continue to live in the UK and not take the kids away to Canada for a true joint custody.

Lady P is gone. Yes, she lived a long life.

Facts:

Catherine was NOT admitted to hospital for cancer surgery. Catherine was admitted for abdominal surgery.

The Mother's Day photo that William took was never "photoshopped" and at the time, Catherine was unaware that pathology would indicate a malignancy

Catherine was informed of her cancer diagnosis after she received the pathology report(s) which came to her weeks after the surgery

Catherine never should have felt forced to reveal her personal, private medical information to the public.

Get a life

Coronation Celebrations — Chipping Norton, England, 1911

A vibrant street scene from Chipping Norton, captured during the nationwide celebrations of the Coronation of George V and Mary.

The façade of G.O.E. Herbert’s Tea & Dining Rooms is richly adorned with Union Jack flags and royal banners, proudly displaying the message “God Save the King.”

Such decorations were a common sight across Britain as towns and communities came together to mark the coronation.

Outside the shop, locals gather—shopkeepers, women in period dress, and children with bicycles—offering a vivid glimpse into everyday life during this historic moment.

Wtf is raw cream??? And why is she trying so hard to pretend she is British? Her Squad of morons barely know what farenheight and inches are let alone Celsius and centimeters are, your stupid squad is American like you Meg.

Here’s one and it’s the real deal.

The Country Women’s Association (CWA) of Australia is renowned for its classic scone recipe, which is celebrated for its simplicity and reliability.

Ingredients.

Self-raising flour: 4 cups (in the USA, use plain white flour and two teaspoons of baking powder)

Cream: 1 cup

Milk: 1 cup (full cream is best)

Instructions

Preparation: Preheat oven to a high temperature (approximately 220 degrees Celsius). 410 Fahrenheit.

Mixing: Sift the self-raising flour into a bowl. Add the cream and milk to the dry ingredients. Use a knife to mix until a soft dough forms; avoid using a spoon.

Shaping: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Pat it out to a thickness of about 2.5 cm (1 inch). Use a floured scone cutter to cut out scones, ensuring to lift the cutter straight up and down without twisting. You can also use a small drinking cup.

Baking: Place the scones on a lined baking tray and bake in the preheated oven for about 10-15 minutes, or until they are lightly browned on top. Middle shelf or the tops will burn.

Serving: Allow the scones to cool slightly before serving. They are traditionally enjoyed with strawberry jam and cream.

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