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Sky News AU
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Sky News AU
King Charles reportedly intervened to seat Fergie inside royal box at Wimbledon for the first time in three decades
A royal insider has revealed the true meaning behind Sarah Ferguson's surprise appearance inside the royal box at Wimbledon. The second week of the iconic Grand Slam at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club began on Monday, with all eyes on the exclusive royal box on Centre Court. The oak-lined royal box was established in 1922 and has played host to a glittering array of royals, celebrities and dignitaries in its century-long history. But the exclusive box, which seats around 80 people, also comes with rules, including a strict dress code enforced by the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club. The iconic club is not above disciplining the same royals it caters for, with the Duchess of Kent once famously threatening to boycott the box altogether. In 1999, the Duchess of Kent was denied permission to bring the child of a bereaved friend into the royal box and later received a letter from the club chair reminding her of a rule banning non-royal children from the box. Last week, Fergie made a surprise appearance inside the box for the first time in over three decades in the latest sign the Duchess of York is back in the fold. Fergie looked stylish in a green floral maxi dress by ME + EM as she watched Spain's Carlos Alcaraz defeat Italy's Fabio Fognini. The Duchess of York, who attended alongside her daughter HRH Princess Beatrice, last sat in the royal box in 1990 while still a working royal. Meanwhile, her former husband Prince Andrew has not been invited into the box since 2018, the year prior to a disastrous BBC Newsnight interview which ended his public life. It is possible Fergie's surprise cameo has paved the way for the Duke of York to return to the royal box, just months after the palace airbrushed the Yorks out of a royal event. In April, the Duke and Duchess of York were both painstakingly cropped out of official photos taken at Easter Matins service. Entry to the section at the south end of Centre Court is by invitation only, with the Chair of the All England Club officially in charge of seating assignments in the box. Nevertheless, the royal family is understood to hold significant sway about who makes the cut, especially on days when senior royals are planning to attend matches. According to The Daily Mail's royal editor, Rebecca English, Ferguson's surprise appearance was the direct result of King Charles' intervention on his former sister-in-law's behalf. "I think it shows a sign of how magnanimous King Charles has been,' Ms English said on Sunday. 'He's made it clear that he will continue his mother's attempts to bring (Fergie) slightly more back into the royal fold." After her divorce from Prince Andrew, Ferguson attended Wimbledon in 2000 but sat outside the box with the general public. Ms English claimed the invite was a token of goodwill from the King following Fergie's recent cancer battles. "She's obviously had a lot of health battles over the last few years and actually is a well of support to his brother, Prince Andrew,' Ms English said. As a divorced member of the royal family, Fergie's closeness to the monarchy has ebbed and flowed since her split from Prince Andrew in 1992. Fergie's public scandals were rumoured to be the reason why she was not invited to Prince William's wedding to Princess Catherine in 2011. Seven years later, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle did extend an invite to Harry's 'favourite aunt'. It has often been claimed that the Duchess of York was persona non grata at any family occasion involving Prince Philip because he 'refused to be in the same room' as Ferguson. Meanwhile, the late Queen Elizabeth II did continue to extend rare invites for Fergie to appear at occasions like Royal Ascot and select private family events. Charles has noticeably taken a more friendly approach to his former sister-in-law, who he has known since childhood and still affectionately calls 'Fergie', including invites to Easter Sunday service and Christmas at Sandringham.
Elle
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Elle
The ME+EM Summer Sale Is On – These Are All The Staple Items We're Shopping
Since its launch in 2009, ME+EM has fast become a fashion editor favourite. With its accessible mid price point, the brand lives by an ethos of 'intelligent style', offering wardrobe staples that marry comfort and fit with timeless appeal. Helmed by founder Clare Hornby, the brand uses a '3F' philosophy of 'flattering, functional and forever', aiming to produce items that will endure. It has an eye on sustainability too, with organic cotton, recycled fibres and responsibly sourced wool used alongside circular design practices. ME+EM has gathered many a famous fan, with the likes of Daisy Edgar-Jones, Phoebe Dynevor, Leighton Meester and the Princess of Wales favouring its forever-chic, soft power pieces. The brand has made waves in the political sphere too, with Lady Victoria Starmer choosing to walk into Number 10 Downing Street the day after the 2024 general election in a Labour-red fluid crepe midi-dress (leading to a 300% spike in visits to the website) and Angela Rayner opting for a green trouser suit the day she was appointed deputy prime minister, and an orange ME+EM dress for her first cabinet meeting. As author and fashion educator Andrea Cheong tells ELLE UK: 'The quality of the construction is really high – you'll see bias binding around zips, French seams, pin-tucking and things are lined. I'm surprised to see the levels of details they have in their designs, particularly in the summer collection, given the price point,' noting that they could 'easily' charge what Joseph does. In 2022 and 2023, ME+EM was named as one of Britain's fastest-growing private companies in the Sunday Times 100 list and in 2024 the brand announced sales of £120 million, which was a 46% year-on-year increase. It has now launched its summer sale, and with items up to 50% off, it's the perfect time to invest. Below, our edit of the best buy-now, wear-forever pieces to add to basket. ELLE Collective is a new community of fashion, beauty and culture lovers. For access to exclusive content, events, inspiring advice from our Editors and industry experts, as well the opportunity to meet designers, thought-leaders and stylists, become a member today HERE. Esther Coombes is the Senior Ecommerce Editor at Harper's Bazaar, ELLE and Esquire, overseeing luxury shopping content across fashion, beauty, travel and homes. She graduated from London College of Fashion with a First Class BA in Fashion Journalism in 2010, and has since worked at Marie-Claire, Easy Living, GLAMOUR and Women's Health. She held positions as Senior Fashion and Beauty Executive, Senior Lifestyle Executive and Content Lead during her nine years at HELLO! and HELLO! Fashion, creating editorial and branded content across the lifestyle sector and interviewing talent and experts including Lisa Eldridge, Jo Malone and Katie Jane Hughes for print and digital features. With exacting standards and a critical eye for editing new launches, she enjoys recommending readers best in class products and experiences, be that a glow-giving skin tint, a boutique hotel stay or the perfect slingback stiletto. In her spare time you can find her at a spin or reformer class or streaming the latest zeitgeisty podcast or television drama. You can follow Esther on Instagram at @esthercoombes.
Fashion United
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Fashion United
Kingston School of Art's 2024 fashion Show: A display of personal narratives and emerging talent
On June 10th, Kingston School of Art's 2024 graduate fashion show in East London showcased the work of 22 emerging designers. Each presented six-look collections that delved into deeply personal experiences and cultural identities, spanning themes of heritage, sustainability, and individual expression in both menswear and womenswear. Among the notable designers was 22-year-old Ashanti Clark from South London, whose collection drew inspiration from her Caribbean family heritage. Her designs incorporated elements from her grandmother's home, such as lace, mahogany, and vibrant textiles, alongside nods to her mother's 1990s fashion. Clark's innovative "luggage dresses," crafted from original 1970s migration luggage, symbolized themes of home, belonging, and the preservation of cultural memory. West London's Bay Paley, 23, found inspiration in Japanese tea culture, creating garments that explored reflection and healing. Influenced by a three-month internship with Issey Miyake in Japan, Paley's collection featured both literal and abstract interpretations of tea, including a pleated tea bag-inspired skirt and a dress referencing the ritual's medicinal properties. Her designs aimed to encourage pause and reconnection in a fast-paced world. Olivia Williams, 23, from Croydon, presented a collection that bridged rural and urban life. Her work referenced Black hiking groups in the UK and the Windrush generation, reimagining furnishings and outdoor materials like tents and umbrellas into modern hiking apparel. With floral prints inspired by Jamaican flora and homages to her grandmother's wardrobe, the collection celebrated community and safe spaces, both in nature and at home. David Frizzell, course leader of the BA (Hons) Fashion programme, emphasized that this year's collections underscored the course's focus on personal storytelling, sustainability, and technical skill. "Our students are reacting in more personal ways than ever before," Frizzell stated. "They're making meaningful statement collections that aren't wasteful or frivolous.' Sponsored by fashion brands Dewhirst and ME+EM, the show continued Kingston University's tradition of fostering the careers of innovative and socially conscious designers.
Time of India
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Easing back into public life': Kate Middleton pulls out of Royal Ascot last minute; continues gradual return after cancer battle
Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton was expected to attend Royal Ascot on Wednesday but pulled out at the last minute as she continues to focus on her health and recovery following cancer treatment. She was expected to join Prince William on Wednesday, June 18, for the second day of the prestigious horse racing event. Sources told Daily Mail that Kate is 'disappointed' to miss the event in Berkshire, but is focusing on her health and taking time to find the right balance before returning to full public duties after her cancer treatment. Ascot officials had initially confirmed at 12:00 pm (local time) that the Princess would ride alongside Prince William in the second carriage of the traditional royal procession. However, by 12:30 pm, Kensington Palace confirmed her absence, and a revised carriage list was issued, placing William in the first carriage with King Charles and Queen Camilla. Kate's mother, Carole Middleton, was seen arriving at the racecourse shortly before 12:20 pm, wearing a dress from luxury brand ME+EM. She was accompanied by her daughter-in-law Alizée Thevenet, who is married to Kate's brother, James Middleton. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Kate, 43, has been making a gradual return to public life since she revealed in January that she was in remission after undergoing cancer treatment. Over the past week, she made appearances at three major royal events — Trooping the Colour, the annual Order of the Garter ceremony, and a private visit to a V&A Museum storage facility in London, signaling a cautious re-entry into official engagements. Sources close to the royal family said that the Princess is taking a measured approach as she continues to recover. Ailsa Anderson, Queen Elizabeth's former spokeswoman, told PEOPLE magazine that, "She's being sensible, listening to what her body is telling her and easing back into public life." Kate had been undergoing chemotherapy since late February of last year, following a diagnosis of an undisclosed form of cancer. The past few days have been particularly busy for the royal couple. Over the weekend, they were joined by their three children — Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis — at the King's birthday parade, and they appeared again at Windsor Castle for the Garter Day service on Monday.
Business Wire
27-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
TZ Capital Expands NYC Retail Footprint With Acquisition of 111 Mercer Street in SoHo
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--TZ Capital, a Palm Beach-based real estate investment firm, today announced the acquisition of the retail condominium at 111 Mercer Street in Manhattan's SoHo neighborhood for $6.5 million. The transaction includes the ground floor and lower level retail space, currently leased to the British women's fashion brand ME+EM. The acquisition marks TZ Capital's second investment in Manhattan's high-street retail market this year, following its recent purchase of 680 Madison Avenue for $180 million in May of 2024. The firm continues to focus on opportunities where location and brand quality converge to deliver durable performance. TZ Capital plans to deepen its presence in primary New York retail quarters with Madison Avenue and Soho as priority targets for future transactions. 'SoHo remains one of the most dynamic and desirable shopping districts in the country,' said Teddy Tananbaum, Managing Partner at TZ Capital. 'We are excited to own this asset long term, given our strong belief that SoHo will continue to be a key shopping destination for both tourists and New Yorkers. With sustained foot traffic and strong brand interest, the retail fundamentals here are compelling.' Located between Spring and Prince Streets, 111 Mercer offers a prime retail presence in the heart of SoHo's luxury and contemporary fashion corridor. 'We're bullish on New York's retail recovery and believe SoHo is uniquely positioned to benefit,' added Sam Zuckert, Managing Partner at TZ Capital. 'This acquisition adds to our growing portfolio of retail assets in New York and reflects our conviction in the long-term resilience of prime urban retail. We look forward to stewarding this property for years to come, and hope that this is the first of many acquisitions in SoHo.' About TZ Capital TZ Capital is a Palm Beach-based real estate investment firm, led by Tyler Tananbaum, Teddy Tananbaum, and Sam Zuckert which manages assets on behalf of its investors. TZ Capital invests in real estate debt and equity and generally focuses on Florida, New York, and Colorado. The firm takes a long-term approach to capital appreciation and cash flow. Regarding equity, TZ Capital looks to acquire or develop specialty commercial and residential assets in New York, Florida, and Colorado. Regarding debt, TZ Capital originates loans to established real estate groups with good visibility on business plans and differentiated sites across the US with a focus on Florida, New York, and Colorado. TZ Capital is an employee-owned firm, providing a strong alignment of interest with their clients.
