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Daily Record
4 days ago
- Daily Record
Five reasons why Scone Palace is a must-visit for history buffs of all ages
Scone Palace is a historic Scottish site, offering free kids' entry from 30 June to 15 August 2025 One of Scotland's most iconic and historic sites is inviting families to step into centuries of royal tradition and political intrigue with a special ' Kids Go Free' offer running throughout summer. Located near Perth, Scone Palace is steeped in Scottish history, known not only for its Gothic Revival architecture and beautiful gardens, but for its enduring role in the story of the nation. The ancestral home of the Earls of Mansfield, the palace remains a living monument to Scotland's royal past. And their Kids Go Free offer runs until August 15. At the heart of its legend is the Stone of Destiny. For centuries, this sacred coronation stone was housed at Scone, used in the crowning of Scottish monarchs. The site became a symbol of kingship, where rulers were not just enthroned but legitimised by the ancient traditions of the land. The hill upon which these coronations took place is Moot Hill, often referred to as the 'Hill of Belief'. It remains one of the most significant features of the estate. Visitors can stand atop the hill and pose with a replica of the Stone of Destiny, a rite of passage for future kings and queens in the making. Beyond its royal legacy, Scone also played a powerful political and religious role in medieval Scotland. In 1114, King Alexander I founded an Augustinian priory next to Moot Hill, which was elevated to abbey status in 1169. During this period, it became a centre of both pilgrimage and influence. Notably, in 1249, the young Alexander III was crowned at Scone, the first Scottish king to be anointed, not just enthroned. A papal bull in 1329 later granted David II the right to be anointed with sacred oil at his coronation, cementing the site's religious importance. In the turbulent years that followed, Scone remained central to Scottish power. James I, who became king while still a hostage in London, returned to Scotland in 1424 and held his first Act of Parliament at Scone, a decree banning football in favour of archery. His son, James II, later banned golf for the same reason, on pain of a four-pence fine. James IV, one of the last Scottish kings crowned at Scone, marked the shift of royal power to Edinburgh, with the construction of the Palace of Holyroodhouse. The Reformation brought destruction to Scone Abbey in 1559, when a mob from Dundee burned it down. Though John Knox intervened, the damage was done. The Ruthven family later rebuilt the abbey palace, but their ownership ended in 1600 following a controversial incident involving James VI. The estate was then granted to Sir David Murray of Gospetrie, whose descendants became the Earls of Mansfield. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. The current palace was built by the 3rd Earl of Mansfield in 1803, transforming the medieval house into a striking Gothic Revival residence. Since then, Scone Palace has welcomed numerous royal guests, including Queen Victoria in 1842, Queen Elizabeth II, and the Emperor of Japan, showing that its legacy still lives on. Today, the Mansfield family still resides at Scone, preserving the estate and opening its doors to the public as a vital link to Scotland's past. As well as exploring its regal interiors and grand gardens, visitors walk the same paths once trodden by kings, queens, nobles and revolutionaries.
CBC
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- CBC
Polka dots are the summer's biggest fashion trend — but they're back in a louder, more joyful way
Lucille Ball's signature dress on I Love Lucy, Julia Roberts flitting about in a flowy brown and white frock in Pretty Woman, Diana's statement dressing when she was Princess of Wales — these are just some of the images that might come to mind when you think of polka dots. But the iconic print is back and in a loud, fun and joyful way. Demi Moore, Katie Holmes and Olivia Rodrigo were spotted in the pattern earlier this year, but the trend is now reaching its peak. Hailey Bieber stepped out in white capris with black polka dots this summer; actor Pedro Pascal recently attended the world premiere of The Fantastic Four: First Steps in a Tom Ford suit with a silk polka-dot scarf; Dua Lipa and Kylie Jenner donned the dots on their swimwear; and Cynthia Erivo accessorized with the print at Wimbledon. Polka dots even took centre stage at the spring shows back in September — on a T-shirt and short shorts at Acne Studios, and on a halter dress and ballgowns at Carolina Herrera. The retailers Reformation, Abercrombie and Mango are also capitalizing on the polka-dot craze this summer with jumpsuits, camisoles and more. Toronto fashion label Horses Atelier — founded by lifelong friends and novelists Heidi Sopinka and Claudia Dey — also incorporated the pattern into its latest collection. "Polka dots are eternally fascinating to us as designers because they are both a statement print and a neutral," Sopinka said. The duo swapped out their usual summer florals for polka dots, thinking it could offer an escape in the current climate. "In these dark times, it makes sense that we are going toward something so classic and dependable, but also a print that contains such buoyancy and joy," she said. "Dots do this for us. They are timeless and grounded in the past, but contain an exuberance that is more magical than any other print." There's also been a backlash against minimalism in fashion over the past few years, and Montreal-based fashion stylist Amanda Lee Shirreffs says the return of the polka dot speaks to this. "We've moved past our moment of quiet luxury and have entered a louder, more decadent time," she said. These days, polka dots are showing up in fresh ways. "They are playful and modern and work on so many looks, from traditional to punk — statement sleeves and slips paired with oversized leather jackets," Sopinka said. Horses' Alma top, for example, features striking white polka dots on a structured black bodice with a puff sleeve. Sopinka sees polka dots as the "perfect gateway print." She said to style it, you could go for head-to-toe microdots, with a slip dress or a midi skirt and ruffle blouse. For a maximalist vibe, she loves mixing dots with other patterns, like oversized camo pants or a fitted leopard-print skirt. If you prefer to dip your toe in, both Sopinka and Shirreffs say accessories are the way to go: a printed shoe or a polka-dot scrunchie, worn on your wrist like jewelry. Despite the polka dot's ubiquity in pop culture and in fashion, Shirreffs keeps coming back to a mental picture from her childhood: Madonna on her Blond Ambition tour. "The sartorial image that is burned in my memory is when she danced around the stage to Holiday wearing an over-the-top polka-dot look," she said. "No one has done it better, really." Scroll on for some polka-dot styling inspo from fashion creators.
Cosmopolitan
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
The Best Dupe for Belly's Dress in 'The Summer I Turned Pretty'
I don't care whether you're team Conrad, team Jeremiah, or team Belly-needs-to-stop-toggling-between-two-brothers-and-go-to-Paris, you have to admit the wardrobe department stepped it up for the third (and final!) season of The Summer I Turned Pretty. And while there are a lot of covetable looks in just the first two episodes alone, I haven't stopped thinking about Belly's baby blue floral dress since she wore it to (spoiler! alert!!!) slap Jere in the face <3 After a little internet sleuthing (read: an intensive two-minute Google search), I found this now-sold out Reformation dress that I'm 99.9% sure is the exact one from the show, which tracks considering the entire season thus far has felt like a love letter to the brand. Eagled-eyed fans seem to agree. The bad news? It's sold out. The good news? Its out-of-stock status just saved me $205. I added this $42 Amazon lookalike to my online cart instead. The baby blue floral style has the same charming and whimsical feel with a corset-like silhouette that will emphasize your waist and a stretchy smocked back that keeps it comfy. The tie straps allow you to easily customize the fit and add a fun and flirty flair, while the length is just right—"not too short or awkwardly long," one shopper says. "The quality is actually surprisingly good ... It's not see-through either. Would recommend," another customer raves, while a third adds that they "love the fabric, color, and print" and how the strap "strings can be altered to your liking." Pair the dress with Belly's Castañer Espadrille Wedges, or grab this $30 version that has thousands of shoppers in a chokehold—they called them "incredibly comfortable" and the "perfect height"—to really complete the look. So while, personally, I might not be embroiled in a messy love triangle with two brothers, at least I'll look the part of someone who could be—without, ya know, the actual drama and chaos. Megan Schaltegger is an NYC-based writer. She loves strong coffee, eating her way through the Manhattan food scene, and her dog, Murray. She promises not to talk about herself in third person IRL.
Cosmopolitan
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
'The Summer I Turned Pretty' S3: How to Shop Belly's Outfits
After two long years, The Summer I Turned Pretty is finally back on our screens, transporting us to Cousins Beach one last time. There's plenty to unpack following this week's season premiere (new episodes will drop weekly until the series finale on September 17), but right now, we're avoiding spoilers and focused on the clothes. Whether you're #TeamJeremiah or #TeamConrad, we can all agree that when it comes to Belly's effortless and casual style, it's impossible not to be obsessed. With the show delivering memorable fashion moments (like Season 1's debutante ball looks or Belly's retro rollerskating 'fit from Season 2), we can't wait to see both the drama and the outfit inspo Season 3 has in store. Luckily, Belly's style is easy to shop for and recreate IRL. (There are exact matches on the show's Amazon storefront, and brands like American Eagle are dropping merch). To celebrate the return of the summer's most dramatic love triangle, we curated some of our favorite looks from Season 3 so far, like coastal-inspired outfits fit for a New England summer to pieces that are perfect for campus strolls, just in time for back to school season. For a quintessential collegiate look, you can't go wrong with Belly's effortlessly styled oversized Beta Sigma Nu Crest hoodie, which she probably swiped from Jeremiah—but you can find on Amazon. The piece that absolutely caught our eye, though? Her amazing cherry red cat eye sunnies. Finish off the look with your fave biker shorts and your go-to sneaks. While The Summer I Turned Pretty has always been packed with summer fashion inspo, this season's flashbacks and campus setting give us a glimpse into Belly's school year style. Case in point: This classic look, complete with a simple black mini, oversized denim, loafers, and the pièce de résistance, a darling pair of ruffled socks. Honestly, you probably have most of the pieces to re-create this look hiding in your closet, but if not, we've found 'em for you below. Leave it to Belly to make heartbreak look so good. After receiving devastating news (no spoilers here, I promise!), she styles sweatpants made for bed-rotting with a sleek and satin-y varsity jacket—and somehow, it kind If you're not into wearing your sweats out in the wild, a bomber looks just as good when paired with denim or a mini. And if you're curious about Belly's classic leather backpack, it's part of Coach's collab with The Summer I Turned Pretty, but currently out of stock. The first two episodes of the season were light on the expected coastal fashion, but Belly made up for it with a blue and white dress fit for a New England summer. Granted, she wore it to a frat party, but we'll take it. Belly sports a ton of Reformation dresses throughout the show, and the closest match I've found is this nearly-sold out option, but trust: There are still plenty of grandmillennial-inspired dresses out there you can snag and wear while summer lasts. Don't forget a pair of strappy espadrilles to pair it with! As both a #TeamConrad girlie and a seasonal pajama connoisseur, I obviously needed all of the details about the red set Belly was wearing when she and Conrad unexpectedly spend a cozy Christmas together in Cousins. Sadly, my fashion detective findings revealed that Belly's Dôen set is no longer available—but don't fret! I scoped out a ton of options that embody Belly's cottagecore vibe, including a tank-and-shorts set in case you can't wait until summer ends to steal her look. Madison McGee is a commerce editor at Hearst Magazines. For the past year, she has contributed shopping content, gift guides, product testing, and deals coverage across Hearst's portfolio, which includes Good Housekeeping, Women's Health, Men's Health, House Beautiful, Elle, Town and Country, Esquire, Country Living, Oprah Daily, and more. Prior to joining Hearst, she was a staff writer at BuzzFeed and worked in book publishing. Madison is a graduate of the University of Mississippi's journalism program, and holds a Masters in Publishing from New York University. When she's not scouting out the best deals, she can be found reading, cheering on the Baltimore Ravens, or exploring New York City's indie bookstores. Anvita Reddy (she/her) is a Commerce Editor at Hearst Magazines. She contributes commerce content across Hearst's portfolio, including Elle, Harper's Baazar, Esquire, Good Housekeeping, Country Living, Cosmopolitan, House Beautiful, and more. She has over four years of experience in the commerce space, including writing detailed first-person product reviews, trend and best-of round-ups, deals and sales coverage, and more. Previously, she was an assistant editor for PS Shopping, covering beauty, home and kitchen, fashion, tech, travel, wellness, and lifestyle. In her free time, you can find her catching up on everything from reality TV to reruns of classic sitcoms, testing out viral beauty products, sharpening her cooking skills, working out, or traveling.
Toronto Star
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Toronto Star
Capri pants are all the way back. Here's how to wear them in 2025
It's the Year of our Lord 2025 and I'm wearing capris. Not a gently cropped linen pant or a pair of ankle-grazing barrel-leg jeans, but bona fide pedal pushers that kiss the base of my knees. They're a comfy stretch knit material in a cute brown plaid print that I got from Reformation, and I'll admit that, when worn with an oversized white button-down, cat-eye sunglasses and minimal black flip-flops, I feel more like a '90s-era Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy than an early aughts Christina Aguilera or my sassy aunt Bev. The last time I felt this kind of breeze on my calves, 'Pieces of Me' by Ashlee Simpson was rising on the Billboard charts, had just married Marc Anthony after a very public (first) engagement to Ben Affleck, I was still reeling from the series finale of ' Sex and the City ' and we regularly wore business-casual outfits to the club. It was the summer of 2004 and my biggest worry was whether to wear my 'dressy' capri pants with a tube top or layered lace camis. Life was good.
