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CTV News
a day ago
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- CTV News
Princess Diana's ‘caring dress' fetches over US$500,000 in largest auction of late royal's fashion
Princess Diana pictured during a tour of the Gulf in 1989. Some of her most recognizable pieces are going to auction in June. David Levenson/Shutterstock via CNN Newsource A floral dress that Princess Diana wore to visit children in hospitals sold for US$520,000 on Thursday, as over 100 of the former Princess of Wales' possessions went up for auction in California. Sported in public on several occasions between 1988 and 1992, including during an official visits to Spain and Nigeria, the gown was referred to by Diana as her 'caring dress,' because its bright colours helped put sick patients at ease. Titled 'Princess Diana's Style & A Royal Collection,' the multimillion-dollar sale at The Peninsula Beverly Hills featured a range of the late princess's wardrobe items, including hats, handbags and shoes, as well as sketches and handwritten letters. Auction house Julien's Auctions described the items as the 'largest collection' of the royal's fashion ever to go under the hammer. The 'caring dress,' which was designed by high-end British salon Bellville Sassoon, was one of 10 lots to fetch six-figure sums. Among the others were a coat dress and cream silk evening gown, both designed by Catherine Walker, that each sold for $455,000. 'Caring dress' Dubbed her "caring dress," Diana wore the floral silk gown so often that the British press "grew frustrated ... because it confused people if the images were new or being reused," said Julien's Auctions' sale CNN Newsource Elsewhere, a lambskin Dior handbag given to Diana by former French first lady, Bernadette Chirac, went for $325,000, while a blue sleeveless shift dress by her close friend Gianni Versace fetched $227,500. A yellow floral Bruce Oldfield two-piece and three-piece Escada power suit both sold for $260,000. Prior to the sale, fashion designer Elizabeth Emanuel, who went on to co-create Diana's wedding gown, said in an press release that she had offered up archival items so they could be 'loved and appreciated once again by those who will never forget those golden days when Diana was our Queen of Hearts.' One of Emanuel's designs — a black taffeta evening gown that Diana wore to an event in London during her first official appearance since the announcement of her engagement to then-Prince Charles in 1981 — sold for $26,000. While many of items were worn on formal occasions, others demonstrated Diana's quintessential take on casual '80s and '90s style, including a scarlet nylon ski suit and an oversized sweatshirt bearing the logo of the British Lung Foundation (which both smashed estimates to sold for $325,000 and $221,000, respectively). Diana's fashion has frequently commanded large sums at auction — even during her lifetime. In 1997, she put almost 80 dresses up for sale via Christie's, raising over $3.2 million for cancer and AIDS research. The current auction record for a one of her outfits was set at Julien's Auctions in 2023, when the black-and-blue Jacques Azagury gown she wore to at least two public engagements in the mid-1980s sold for $1.14 million. As well as private viewings in New York, London and Los Angeles, a selection of Diana's wardrobe items from Thursday's sale were exhibited at the Museum of Style Icons in Newbridge, Ireland, ahead of the auction. The auction also included items belonging to members of the Royal Family, including the Duke and Duchess of Windsor, Queen Elizabeth II and the Queen Mother, with some of the pieces dating from the 19th century. A portion of the auction's proceeds will go to the British charity Muscular Dystrophy U.K., the auction house said. 'Princess Diana's legacy lives on not only through her humanitarian work but also in the timeless elegance of her style, which continues to inspire the world,' said Julien's Auctions' co-founder and executive director, Martin Nolan, in a press release ahead of the sale. By Oscar Holland, CNN
Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Times
Largest collection of Princess Diana's belongings goes up for auction
The largest collection of memorabilia and clothing belonging to the late Princess Diana has gone up for sale at auction in Los Angeles. Among the memorabilia is a cheque for £5.50 signed by Lady Diana Spencer from her Coutts bank account, dated several weeks before she married Prince Charles. While it is expected to raise £3,000, it may be that it was never cashed as elsewhere she has written a separate figure of £5.70. However, it is the late princess's clothes that are likely to fetch the highest prices. The Catherine Walker gown, embroidered with gold and silver sequinned falcons, featured long sleeves and a high neck as a mark of respect for Saudi customs AUCTION HANDOUT A cream silk Catherine Walker falcon gown designed for Diana's 1986 tour of the Gulf is expected to sell for between $200,000 and $300,000. The dress was worn at a private dinner in Saudi Arabia and there are no public photos of the late Princess of Wales wearing it.
Edinburgh Live
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Kate Middleton has the same breakfast every day to keep herself feeling healthy
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info The Princess of Wales is renowned for her enthusiastic participation in a wide range of activities during her Royal engagements. Whether it's an event involving children or sports, Kate is always ready to join in, from sprinting and gardening to playing hockey and practising taekwondo. She also never fails to impress with her fashion choices at public appearances – her striking aquamarine Catherine Walker dress coat, complete with ivory contrast lapels and cuffs, turned heads at the Trooping of the Colour. Complementing her outfit was a matching wide-brimmed hat by Juliette Botterill, which she wore while seated next to Princess Charlotte in the carriage procession. Kate accessorised with Queen Elizabeth's Bahrain Pearl Drop Earrings, a favourite of hers that she has worn on several occasions, including the recent Qatar State Visit and Remembrance Sunday. Additionally, she sported the Irish Guards Regimental Brooch on her jacket. READ MORE - Meghan Markle confirms simple way she keeps Archie and Lilibet 'grounded' READ MORE - Princess Anne's carriage drama at Royal Ascot as aides 'rush in to help' Maintaining such an active lifestyle and impeccable appearance requires a nutritious diet, and Kate is known for her preference for a Mediterranean diet. This diet focuses on plant-based foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds, and legumes, as well as moderate amounts of lean protein from fish and poultry, low-fat dairy products, and healthy fats such as olive oil, while limiting red meat and sweets. Moreover, Kate is said to "love" preparing roast chicken for family meals and has a fondness for spicy vegetable curries, reports Cambridgeshire Live. Kate is known for her love of high-impact weight training workouts, and she exercises daily without a personal trainer, ensuring she gets enough protein for maximum benefits. Nikkita Hope-Brown, a certified PT and owner of Found, a women-only strength training studio in London, told HELLO: "You cannot build muscle without the building blocks, which is protein." She explained: "To give a metaphor, proteins are the bricks that makeup the wall, and strength training is the actual bricklaying. You cannot build a house without the actual bricks or someone doing the work of laying the bricks - you need to have both. How much protein we need depends on our goals and body, for muscle growth, typically 1.5 - 2g of protein for every kilogram we weigh." Fitness coach and founder of Owning Your Menopause, Kate Rowe-Ham, echoed this sentiment: "You can't out-train a poor diet. Muscles are built in the gym but need to recover and transform in the kitchen. To support muscle growth and recovery, it is essential to consume a high-protein diet, especially after a workout." Kate advised: "Include whole foods rich in fibre, healthy fats, and complex carbs to fuel your workouts and stabilise hormones." The Royal is reportedly a fan of starting her day with a green smoothie, much like Meghan Markle, her sister-in-law. This healthful concoction typically includes spinach, kale, blueberries and matcha. She's also known to kick-start her mornings with a bowl of slow-burning energy oats, or rolled oats, which she often pairs with milk or yoghurt, adding fruits, nuts, cinnamon, and nut butter for extra flavour. Her midday meals usually comprise salads and fruit bowls, with an emphasis on foods that enhance skin health, such as watermelon salads and gazpacho. An afternoon pick-me-up might be berries blended with almond milk, and she generally prefers lighter meals during the day. According to the Daily Mail, Kate has a penchant for raw dishes like watermelon salads, gazpacho, goji berries, tabbouleh and ceviche due to their skincare benefits. However, when it comes to dinner, she enjoys heartier, traditional English fare such as big roasts and curries. Here's a glimpse into Kate's daily food routine:. Breakfast: A staple green smoothie blending kale, spinach, spirulina, matcha, romaine lettuce, cilantro, and blueberries, or alternatively, a bowl of slow-burn energy oats. Lunch: Salads and fruit bowls are favourites, with a special focus on skin-beneficial foods like watermelon salads, gazpacho, and tabbouleh. Ceviche is also a preferred choice. Dinner: While she leans towards lighter meals during the day, Kate relishes traditional English meals or carb-rich options for tea, such as roast dinners and curries. Snacks: Olives and popcorn are said to be her go-to snacks. Beverages: She's a fan of smoothies, and is also known to sip on ginger tea.
Daily Mirror
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Kate Middleton's two breakfast 'everyday' staples and 'heavy dinner'
The Princess of Wales is known to be a fan of healthy eating but still enjoys carbing up to the max in the evening The Princess of Wales is renowned for her enthusiastic participation in a wide array of activities during her Royal engagements. Kate is often seen diving into action, whether it's running races, getting her hands dirty with gardening, playing hockey, or even trying her hand at taekwondo when she visits events involving children or sports. She also never fails to impress with her sartorial choices – at the Trooping the Colour, Kate turned heads in an aquamarine Catherine Walker dress coat with striking ivory contrast lapels and cuffs. Complementing her outfit was a matching wide-brimmed hat by Juliette Botterill, worn as she shared a carriage ride with her daughter, Princess Charlotte. Her accessories included Queen Elizabeth's Bahrain Pearl Drop Earrings, which are a favourite of Kate's, having been worn at the Qatar State Visit and on Remembrance Sunday. She also sported the Irish Guards Regimental Brooch on her jacket. Being so active and always looking impeccable means that Kate follows a diet that provides plenty of energy. She is a known advocate of the Mediterranean diet, which focuses on plant-based foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds, and legumes, along with moderate amounts of lean protein from fish and poultry, low-fat dairy products, and healthy fats like olive oil. This diet minimises red meat and sweet treats. In addition to her healthy eating habits, Kate is said to "love" preparing carb-heavy roast chicken for family meals and has a penchant for spicy vegetable curries. Kate is an enthusiast of high-impact weight training workouts and dedicates herself daily to fitness without the aid of a personal trainer, ensuring she gets ample protein for maximum benefits. Nikkita Hope-Brown, a certified PT and proprietor of Found, a women-focused strength training studio in London, underscored the importance of protein to HELLO! magazine: "You cannot build muscle without the building blocks, which is protein." Protein is likened to the essential bricks for constructing muscle, as explained by Nikkita, who offered an analogy: "To give a metaphor, proteins are the bricks that makeup the wall, and strength training is the actual bricklaying. You cannot build a house without the actual bricks or someone doing the work of laying the bricks - you need to have both. How much protein we need depends on our goals and body, for muscle growth, typically 1.5 - 2g of protein for every kilogram we weigh." Echoing a similar sentiment, Kate Rowe-Ham, a fitness coach and founder of Owning Your Menopause, shared this wisdom: "You can't out-train a poor diet. Muscles are built in the gym but need to recover and transform in the kitchen. To support muscle growth and recovery, it is essential to consume a high-protein diet, especially after a workout." Kate advocated for a rounded approach to nutrition: "Include whole foods rich in fibre, healthy fats, and complex carbs to fuel your workouts and stabilise hormones." The Royal is reportedly a fan of starting her day with a green smoothie, much like her sister-in-law, Meghan Markle. Her blend includes spinach, kale, blueberries and matcha. She's also known to kick off her mornings with a bowl of slow-burning energy oats, or rolled oats, which she often pairs with milk or yoghurt and tops with fruits, nuts, cinnamon, and nut butter. Her lunch typically features salads and fruit bowls, with an emphasis on foods that enhance skin health, such as watermelon salads and gazpacho. For an afternoon pick-me-up, she enjoys berries blended with almond milk and generally prefers lighter meals during the day. According to the Daily Mail, Kate also leans towards raw dishes like watermelon salads, gazpacho, goji berries, tabbouleh and ceviche for their skincare benefits. However, she doesn't shy away from heartier, traditional English dinners like big roasts and curries. Kate's daily food diary. Breakfast: A green smoothie is a staple, blending kale, spinach, spirulina, matcha, romaine lettuce, coriander, and blueberries. Alternatively, a bowl of slow-burn energy oats. Lunch: Salads and fruit bowls are favourites, with a special focus on skin-boosting foods like watermelon salads, gazpacho, and tabbouleh. She also enjoys ceviche. Dinner: While she favours lighter meals during the day, Kate relishes traditional English meals or carb-rich options for tea like roast dinners and curries. Snacks: Olives and popcorn are said to be her go-to snacks. Beverages: The Duchess is fond of smoothies and is also known to enjoy ginger tea. While Middleton hasn't confessed to any specific eating habits, sources report that she avoids: Dairy Seafood when travelling (as per royal protocol)
Vogue
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Vogue
Kate Middleton Rewears One of Her Favorite Dresses for the Order of the Garter
It's been a busy week for Kate Middleton. Over the weekend, the Princess of Wales joined the rest of the British royals for the Trooping the Colour, where she wore a jubilant aquamarine Catherine Walker coatdress (and coordinated with her daughter, Princess Charlotte). Today, Middleton was out and about once again for the Order of the Garter service at St. George's Chapel at Windsor Castle. To celebrate Britain's oldest order, the Princess opted for a white dress that she wore last month. Kate Middleton with Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh at the 2025 Order of the Garter service. Pool/Getty Images Middleton turned to a Self-Portrait dress comprised of a white boucle top that resembles a blazer—complete with a belted waist and pocket flaps—over a pleated midi skirt with a white lace trim. The Princess gave the look a royal touch with a five-strand pearl necklace from Susan Kaplan, chunky earrings, nude pumps, and a crisp white hatinator that matched her dress.
