28 days of style! See what your favorite royals were wearing in February 2017
The best royal style of February 2017
28 days of style! See what your favorite royals were wearing in February 2017
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Norwegian Princess Martha Louise opted for a girly pink Roxy shirt as she surf during family holiday in South Africa. Maud Angelica Behn (oldest daughter of Princess Martha Louise) also made sure she didn't burn in the sun and had suncream lathered all over her face as she enjoyed a family holiday in South Africa. Princess Märtha Louise of Norway, 45, a mother-of-three, showed off her enviably toned body as she stripped down to her bikini during family holiday in South Africa in February 2017. Crown Princess Mette-Marit and Crown Prince Haakon of Norway wore blue together as they walked with the rest of the royal family towards the boat during a family holiday in South Africa. Crown Princess Mette-Marit and Crown Prince Haakon of Norway looked happy and relaxed as they emerged from the water for a spot of sun-bathing after their surfing session in South Africa. (L-R) Princess Martha-Louise, Crown Princess Mette-Marit and Queen Sonja of Norway, mingled in with the locals on the beach as they enjoyed a family holiday in South Africa. Crown Prince Haakon is seen locked in an embrace with his wife, Crown Princess Mette-Marit, on a South African beach The royal pair Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit seem oblivious to the people around them as they share another kiss in the water on a South African beach. Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit appeared to compete against one another as they battled it out in the water. Queen Sonja of Norway getting ready to take more photographs as she enjoyed a family holiday in South Africa. At one point, the playful Crown Princess Mette-Marit appeared to be giving her husband Crown Princess Haakon a scolding as they swam in the waves. Crown Prince Haakon talks to his wife Crown Princess Mette-Marit before picking up his surfboard again to take to the waves. The royal couple Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit are seen engaging in conversation as they protect their heads from the sun with hats during their family holiday in South Africa. Crown Princess Mette-Marit all smiles, appears to wave for the camera as she shows off her surfing skills - ignoring local shark warnings, as they enjoyed family holiday in South Africa. Crown Princess Mette-Marit shows off her surfing skills in the water during a family holiday in South Africa. The royals are spotted lying on their fronts as they navigate through the crashing waves around them. Princess Märtha Louise is a natural and shows off her pink Roxy top as she stands proudly on the surfboard (C) Princess Martha Louise of Norway with her daughters Leah Isadora Behn (R) and Emma Tallulah Behn (L) seen walking as they enjoyed family holiday in South Africa. Crown Princess Mette-Marit, left, and Princess Martha Louise, right bare all as they strip down to their swimming costumes and soak up the sun after escaping the chilly Scandinavian winter in South African beach. Crown Princess Mette-Marit and Crown Prince Haakon of Norway shared another embrace as they stood together after spending the day surfing during their family holiday in South Africa. Prince Sverre Magnus picked up the tricks quickly and was standing on the surfboard in no time at all. Crown Princess Mette-Marit, sun bathing while Princess Martha Louise standing in blue bathing suit, as they strip down to their swimming costumes and soak up the sun after escaping the chilly Scandinavian winter in South African beach. Crown Princess Mette-Marit with her husband Crown Prince Haakon of Norway were seen putting on a typically affectionate display on a private boat during a family holiday in South Africa. Surf's up! The family don colourful surf gear as they prepare to hit the waves, while Crown Princess Mette-Marit takes a snap of her husband, from left to right: Emma Tallulah, Princess Ingrid Alexandra, Leah Isadora, Prince Sverre Magnus, Princess Martha Louise, Crown Princess Haakon and Maud Angelica. Crown Princess Mette-Marit, left, is joined by sister-in-law Princess Märtha Louise and her youngest daughter Emma Tallulah in the waves as they enjoyed their family holiday. A day after a visit on the beach, the Royal family headed onto a boat from L-R Prince Sverre Magnus, Princess Ingrid Alexandra, Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway Crown Princess Mette-Marit with husband Crown Prince Haakon and their daughter Princess Ingrid Alexandra of Norway seen headed onto the boat after a visit on South African beach. Princess Martha Louise of Norway made sure her body and face were protected from the sun as she enjoyed surfing in the sea as she enjoyed family holiday in South Africa. Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway locked lips as they stayed afloat on the surfboard in the water during family holiday in South Africa. Princess Martha Louise of Norway made sure her body and face were protected from the sun as she enjoyed surfing in the sea. Crown Prince Haakon appeared to lose his hat at one point as he surfed and risked getting his head burned in the sun as he enjoyed a family holiday in South Africa. Crown Prince Haakon with his son Prince Sverre Magnus of Norway enjoyed a family holiday in South Africa. Maud Angelica Behn seemed preoccupied as she looked at her mobile phone intently while on the boat during a family holiday in South Africa. Crown Princess Mette-Marit and Crown Princess Haakon of Norway seen to engage in conversation as they enjoyed their family holiday in South African beach. Queen Sonja of Norway changed her clothes later on in the day and appeared in a matching blue linen shirt and trousers as she enjoyed a family holiday in South Africa. Crown Prince Haakon of Norway takes to the waves during a family holiday in South Africa in February 2017 Maud Angelica Behn, protected her eyes from the sunlight with glasses as she walked passed her uncle Crown Prince Haakon of Norway during their family holiday in South Africa. Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway accompanied by a body guard, looked chic in a flared skirt and espadrilles during a family holiday in South Africa. Crown Mette-Marit of Norway was soon back on the surfboard and posed doing a peace sign for the cameras. Prince Sverre Magnus seemed to have picked up the skills from his parents and managed to stand with ease during a family holiday in South Africa. Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway looked effortlessly stylish in a straw Panama hat and a powder blue wrap skirt as she enjoyed family holiday in South Africa. (L-R) Princess Ingrid Alexandra, Leah Isadora Behn, Emma Tallulah Behn, Crown Princess Martha Louise, Crown Prince Haakon and Maud Angelica Behn, all the girls wore matching pink Roxy tops and black swimwear as they practiced their moves on the sand as Crown Princess Mette-Marit takes a snaps of them. Dressed in a Quiksilver rash vest and hat, Crown Prince Haakon of Norway was sure to keep his skin safe from the sun, spotted locked lips with his wife Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway as they stayed afloat on the surfboard in the water during their family holiday in South Africa in February 2017. After their day on the South African beach, the royal family stopped to take some photographs on their cameras and mobile phones from left to right Queen Sonja, Crown Princess Mette-Marit, Crown Prince Haakon and Princess Martha Louise of Norway. Crown Princess Mette-Marit couldn't help planting a smooch on her husband Crown Prince Haakon's lips as they went for a dip in South African break. Queen Sonja of Norway, who turns 80 later this year, could have passed for a woman half her age in a colourful kaftan and white shorts during a family holiday in South Africa in February 2017. Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway shared a tender moment with her husband Crown Prince Haakon of Norway as he adjusted his wife's mirrored sunglasses as they enjoyed a family holiday in Cape Town, South Africa. The royal pair Crown Princess Mette-Marit and Crown Prince Haakon of Norway shared a tender moment as they soaked up the rays on the beach in South Africa. Princess Märtha Louise was a natural on the surf board as she protects her face wtih blue sun cream. Queen Sonja of Norway couldn't resist taking a few snaps of her family as they swam in the sea during their family holiday in South Africa. Crown Princess Mette-Marit and her husband Crown Prince Haakon didn't seem put off by the crashing waves around them as they stood together in the sea. (L-R) Crown Prince Haakon and his wife Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway could be seen sharing a moment as they embraced alongside with Maud Angelica Behn and her mother Princess Martha Louise of Norway on the boat as it set sail. (L) Crown Prince Haakon of Norway and his niece Maud Angelica Behn (center) were pictured headed onto the boat along with the whole family after spending time in the sun surfing. Prince Sverre Magnus of Norway was pictured heading onto the boat. King Harold of Norway is given assistance as he is helped onto the boat in the scorching South African sunlight with granddaughter Princess Ingrid Alexandra on left. King Harald V and Queen Sonja of Norway wore similar blue shirts as they relaxed on some seats at the beach and watched their family in the sea during their family holiday-2017 in South Africa. The Norwegian Royal Family remained relatively inconspicuous as they blended into the crowds on the busy beach in South Africa from left to right Prince Sverre Magnus with his father Crown Prince Haakon and his grand parents King Harald V and Queen Sonja. King Harald V and his wife Queen Sonja of Norway were spotted laughing as they blended in with the locals and relaxed in the sunshine during a family holiday in South Africa in February 2017 (C) Prince Sverre Magnus also got involved as he was taught how to surf by his father Crown Prince Haakon of Norway. Crown Prince Haakon and his daughter Princess Ingrid Alexandra spent some time alone so that he could show her how to surf. Crown Princess Mette-Marit and Crown Prince Haakon of Norway had a moment together alone as they enjoyed the family day out at the beach in South Africa. Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway looked effortlessly stylish in a straw Panama hat and a powder blue wrap skirt as she walks with her daughter Princess Ingrid Alexandra of Norway opted for a white top and light pink skirt. Princess Märtha Louise of Norway held hands with her daughter Emma Tallulah as they made their way to the boat (L-R) Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway, Emma Tallulah Behn and Princess Martha Louise of Norway sporting matching beachwear, high-five the youngster as they try their hand at surfing. Crown Prince Haakon, left, and wife Crown Princess Mette-Marit head into the sea for a spot of surfing on their sun-kissed South African break The adventurous Crown Princess Mette-Marit didn't mind getting splashed as she cooled off in the waves during their 10-day family break in South Africa in February 2017. Crown Prince Haakon of Norway smiled as he took to the waves with ease and managed to stand upright on the board. Crown Prince Haakon of Norway changed out of his red top and into a bright green one as he headed back into the water for another try of surfing. (L-R) Princess Mette-Marit with her husband Crown Prince Haakon held hands with his daughter Princess Ingrid Alexandra of Norway as they mingled with the locals during a family holiday in South Africa. Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway was able to stand up on the surfboard and looked deep in thought as she concentrated on staying upright. Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway stepped out of the water long enough so that she could capture the day with her camera as she enjoyed a family holiday in South Africa in February 2017. Princess Mette-Marit head into the sea for a spot of surfing during family break in South Africa. Crown Prince Haakon of Norway head into the sea for a spot of surfing during their family holiday in South Africa.
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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry got their running shoes on as they joined a training day with the runners taking part in the 2017 Virgin Money London Marathon for their campaign to change the conversation on mental health, Heads Together. Today marked Kate's first engagement of February; a promising month with several events scheduled which will include a focus on mental health and an appearance at the glittering BAFTA awards next Sunday. The Cambridges elected to forego the annual Middleton family holiday to Mustique this year, however, Emily Andrews reports Michael and Carole Middleton went and celebrated Mrs Middleton's 62nd birthday. I suspect there are a couple of reasons for this such as George's nursery schedule and perhaps the fact it had become more or less a given the paps would follow them there. I imagine they'll take a skiing holiday with the children - as they did last year in the French Alps. Meanwhile, Prince Harry has undoubtedly been the royal making headlines recently as he and girlfriend Meghan Markle were photographed following dinner at London's Soho House - a private members club where the pair are said to have first met last year. The couple are said to have been spending a lot of time together in London recently. William, Kate and Harry wasted no time taking part in a fun relay race. It might be apt to say there was a little friendly competition :) And they're off! Prince Harry took an early lead and quickly won the race. He was followed by a smiling William and Kate. A very sweet brotherly moment after the race. The Clacton Gazette reports: 'William joked, "Oh my hamstring" after being briefed before the race. Despite an impressive sprint, the Duchess was beaten by both William and Harry - who were wearing chinos and trainers. At one point, the Duke crossed into the Duchess's lane. William and Kate are known for their competitive nature but the couple laughed and hugged on the finish line, while Harry patted his brother on the back.' Cheering on the runners. Kensington Palace posted a video. And they're off... #headstogether pic.twitter.com/JZ3SvfgnUb — Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) February 5, 2017 The training day was held at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in East London. The sporting complex was built for London 2012 and will be a familiar sight to royal fans as a number of events Kate attended over the course of the Olympics were held there. For anyone visiting it's a great place to spend an afternoon and free every day of the week. It’s home to the London Stadium, the ArcelorMittal Orbit, the London Aquatics Centre, the Copper Box Arena, Lee Valley VeloPark and Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre – as well as parklands, waterways, playgrounds and cafes. The royals launched Heads Together at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park last May; with the marathon approaching and efforts intensifying it seems fitting to return there to see runners who will be participating in the action. The day also featured informative presentations and Q&A sessions in the Copper Box Arena on training and preparing for a marathon from specialists in areas such as nutrition, running and stretching. Team Heads Together received advice and encouragement on how they can lead from the front in achieving the campaign mission of starting millions of conversations on mental health in 2017. The trio meeting runners and athletes who chatted about the marathon and their reasons for taking part. William, Kate and Harry posed for a photo wearing their Heads Together headbands. They were joined by the current Marathon World Record Holder and three-time London Marathon winner, Paula Radcliffe, who spoke to the assembled Heads Together runners. British 400m Record Holder and London Marathon regular, Iwan Thomas, also attended. During a cool down at the Copper Box Arena Prince William gave words of encouragement to Team Heads Together runners "We want to normalise mental health, we want to get people talking about it, to make it more normal and to reduce the stigma. What you are doing and having so many of you here today, you’ve already seen the benefit of joining in, by being part of this marathon, we want to make it a mental health marathon. You are crucial to making this happen and we can’t do it without you. We really hope your training goes very well. Good luck with the training and we look forward to seeing you on the big day". Kate hugged a volunteer. Embed from Getty Images Of course, the runners are fundraising for the eight Heads Together Charity Partners or the campaign itself - a commendable endeavour and it's heartening to see so many getting behind the initiative. The inspiring charities that are tackling stigma, raising awareness, and providing vital help for people with mental health challenges are Place2Be, The Mix, Anna Freud Centre, Mind, Contact, Best Beginnings, CALM and Young Minds. I thoroughly enjoyed reading the 'Runner Stories' page on the campaign's website, where I read a number of inspirational stories about the reasons people signed up and got involved. John, who is running for charity partner Best Beginnings shared his heartfelt and deeply moving story on coping with the loss of his sister Michelle. John's story: 'I lost my sister, Michelle, in May. May 3rd. My birthday. She took her own life somewhat out of the blue. She had been struggling with some depression for about 6 months (maybe longer but the signs had really started to show). She had just recently had her second child pretty quickly after her first. She was having a full house renovation and about to get married in May. We just assumed she would get better. That there were just too many things going on. After the wedding it would be fine. We never made the wedding. We didn’t understand it. We didn’t really talk about it. We just thought it would get better. She went to see a couple of doctors and they didn’t really understand either. Just referred her or gave some drugs. I try not to waste too much of my life looking back. We should have all talked to people and found support for her and for us. I have some great friends. I’m lucky. A number of them called me afterwards, or sent me messages telling me to call them when I could. My best friends (and even some friends I didn’t know so well, wanted to talk and help) helped a lot. Different people take different angles, so it’s hard to pin point a single discussion that made the biggest difference, but some friends are just great at making you laugh and helping you to remember all the good times, some are good at really focusing on how you are feeling and how you are coping. All methods work. Talking is the most important. I spent hours going through pictures with friends and family, bringing back all the fun times. We can’t change the past. We can influence the future. If I can help one other person, one new mother who is struggling to come to terms with things, I won’t get my sister back, but maybe I let one other person keep their sister. Running is where I go to be alone, and reflect on the good times, to tell her what I’m up to, what her children are doing, what her niece and nephew are developing into. Now I can combine running with helping others. The longer I run, the more fun memories I have time to enjoy and hopefully the more money I can raise. As a running group in the Best Beginnings Heads Together family, we are all in this together. The Heads Together movement is creating a great platform where we can spread the message further. Within our running team we all have our stories and reasons, and it’s been important for us to share them, and accept them. Many of us haven’t met each other, but we are friends already. We share our training runs, we encourage, we support. No one judges, we are all in it together and we are there for each other.' Broadcaster Mark Austin wrote an incredibly powerful piece for The Sunday Times revealing the heartbreaking journey he went through when he discovered his daughter Maddy was anorexic. "She was there, but she was gone, is the only way I can describe it. The daughter we loved so much had left us to be replaced by an emaciated, ghostlike figure. It all happened so quickly. One moment she was a vibrant, strong, energetic and beautiful young girl; the next, she had begun a rapid, dangerous descent towards what seemed, at times, certain death." Five years later, Maddy is much improved and running the marathon for Place2Be. I would highly recommend reading the full piece here. The Sunday Times Meet more of the runners and hear their stories by viewing this video by Heads Together. I have to say, learning more about the participants and their motivation for getting behind the campaign has been truly moving, educational and inspiring. Heads Together wants as many people as possible to get involved today: "You can cheer on Team Heads Together by tweeting using the hashtag #TeamHeadsTogether. You can also join the movement by helping us get millions talking about mental health by sharing Heads Together messages and content." For those interested in keeping up to date with the progress of the campaign you can subscribe to the newsletter (scroll down to the bottom of the page to sign up) and follow on social media channels including Facebook and Twitter. The Duchess looked sporty in new pieces today. The talented Kate's Closet quickly identified Kate's new jacket as the Mini Duvet Quilted Down Ski Jacket by Perfect Moment. The $450 jacket is cut from mid-weight durable Airtastic EX shell, it's padded with insulating down, has a protective high neck and is finished with soft ribbed cuffs to lock in warmth. It features distinctive navy elbow patches. It's described as "Perfect Moment's vivid red quilted ski jacket is inspired by the energy of Greenland's Northern Lights - it will also make you easy to spot in whiteout conditions." As of writing, the jacket is available at Net-A-Porter, ShopBop and Lane Crawford. Net-A-Porter The jacket also comes in other colourways including the striking black/pink combination and star print. It's available in various shades at ShopBop, Net-A-Porter, Harvey Nichols and Selfridges and Matches Fashion. Perfect Moment More on the background of the brand: 'Perfect Moment rigorously tests its activewear to ensure optimal athletic performance and an exceptional fit. Extreme sports documentary-maker Thierry Donard launched the Chamonix-based brand with skiwear at the forefront, but the line has since evolved to include surf, swim and workout staples that will outlast the seasons.' UPDATE: With many thanks to Meredith and Middleton Maven, Kate's new trainers are a collaboration between British activewear retailer Sweaty Betty and New Balance. The £90 New Balance x SB Sneakers are a limited edition trainer in exclusive Sweaty Betty print. They are described as "This exclusive trainer mixes fashion-forward prints with New Balance’s technical trainers. Lightweight, well-cushioned and technical the Vazee is built for fast, lateral movements. With a sock-like fit for easy on and off, plus a foam cushioned mid-sole to absorb impact, wear in and out of the studio." They are currently available in sizes 4 - 8.5. Sweaty Betty Kate debuted a new pair of round diamond stud earrings. As several have suggested, they are the matching pair to her Asprey 167 Button Pendant Necklace. Asprey London shared a photo of the beautiful 167 Button earrings. It's interesting we haven't seen the pair before today as Kate has worn the pendant on several notable occasions including the 2011 Canada tour. A very enjoyable engagement - lovely to see efforts for Heads Together continuing! Telegraph columnist Bryony Gordon is running the marathon and wrote a most interesting article with background on the day. Click here to read it. Embed from Getty Images ************ Also today, news of additions to Kate's Calendar. 14 February - On Valentine's Day, The Duchess will visit a RAF base in Cambridgeshire to meet with local air cadets. Kate became Royal Patron and Honorary Air Commandant of the Air Cadet Organisation in December 2015. The Duchess will be introduced to air cadets from Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire Wing Air Training Corps, who are taking part in a half-term skills development camp. The week acts as an initial "camp experience" for cadets who are in their first six months of membership. During the visit, HRH will join the cadets as they view a tutor aircraft, participate in a personal development training session and will have the chance to fly a flight simulator. 9 March - The Cambridges and other royals will join the Queen to unveil the Iraq Afghanistan Memorial. More from the Express: "The Defence Secretary said the memorial would mark the 'huge contribution' made by the armed forces, aid workers and civilians in the Gulf region from 1990 to 2015. The memorial in Victoria Embankment Gardens in London will be unveiled at a service on Thursday, 9 March. Around 2,500 invited guests will attend a service of dedication from a specially conducted drumhead on Horse Guards at 11am, to include prayers, music and readings." We'll see you tomorrow when the Cambridges have two engagements. First, they will will attend Place2Be's ‘The Big Assembly’ hosted at Mitchell Brook Primary School as part of the Heads Together campaign. The Duke and Duchess will also attend a Guild of Health Writers conference.
The best royal style of February 2017
The Duchess of Cambridge, 35, will have the chance to take the controls of a flight simulator during her visit to an RAF base today to meet local air cadets.
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