The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester visited the city of Gloucester to attend celebrations of Gloucester Day 2022. After a visit to Gloucester Cathedral, the Duke and Duchess attended the Gloucester Day Service of Thanksgiving at St Mary De Crypt Church.
The Duke and Duchess then met with residents and community groups at the annual Gloucester Day Parade, a colorful celebration marking the lifting of the siege of Gloucester in 1643. Gloucester Day is a recently reinstated annual day of celebration involving events related to Gloucester's history and culture.
The Duke and Duchess are a very likeable couple.
ReplyDeleteAnd it is often said that they are a great asset to the BRF.
But for fashion PTP Please Turn the Page……….
Now, page 2, Fashion.
The jacket looks nice but the frock :-((
The shoes :-(( Marks & Spencer’s comfort shoes perhaps.
Jewellery, brooch etc …. Apart from the earrings, can’t find anything else.
Overall, to me, it is a look for someone going into a picturesque English country village to do their grocery shopping.
And somebody should whisper into the Duck’s ear that baggy pants are in fashion for women at the moment, not for men.
I agree. The Danish-born Duchess Birgitte has a diploma from the same design school as Princess Benedikte ... but not the same sense of style.
- Julie
If you trace back on photos of the Duchess, she seems to reach her fashion height when wearing evening gowns and dresses for galas.
DeleteUna coppia che mi piace molto, discreti ed eleganti.
ReplyDeleteIl duca mi sembra una persona molto timida. Ho da poco conosciuto la storia di suo fratello William, il primogenito che avrebbe ereditato il titolo se il suo destino non fosse stato così crudele. Penso che sarebbe stato un uomo molto moderno, una bella figura.
Rossella
Con crudele intendevo il destino.
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Ce couple paraît bien sympathique qui sait être près de la population ; la duchesse porte une robe imprimée fleurie à trois couleurs que j'aimerais mieux voir !
ReplyDeleteThe Gloucesters have worked for decades on behalf of HM and the UK. Always gracious, always showing great interest in the occasion, the Gloucesters are hardworking royals. Its so nice to see them highlighted here. They are both dressed for a busy day and look nice.
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I agree with Deadeggs. Although I definitely respect this dignified duchess, these strange platform shoes together with the flimsy handbag make the entire outfit look stuffy. Tulipe33 is right, perhaps the dress without the jacket would have been preferable.
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What a rude comment Deadeggs !!
ReplyDelete@ Anon 5/9/22 17:23 No nickname
Delete‘You know Anon, I think you are right about my comment being rude.
I have no excuse except to say that I wrote it before I had my first cuppa of the day.
I don’t think it’s wise to delete the comment (which I have the right to do) as it serves as an example of what a rude comment is and hopefully our fellow bloggers won’t do the same thing.
Your comment has been well appreciated.
The Duke and Duchess who have worked their entire lives for the royal family; Continue to do so, without fanfare, wearing nice clothing, not fashion plates of nutty outfits like other countries royals, but like everyday people, doing their jobs, respectfully, and wearing appropriate clothing. At their age ranges, I would not expect them to change their mode, which is intelligent for them. They are dressed for the occasion, for their age, and look respectful. I happen to think they look great, and wonder what brand of shoes she is wearing, I'd buy a pair. They look good, look comfortable, and for people of their age, are sensible. The last thing anyone would want of this hardworking couple is for one to fall down and injure themselves. Their fashion choices are theirs, not someone else. They know what to wear and do it in respect of their own health, the occasion and to not embarrass the royal family. Thank you Duke and Duchess for your dedication all these years. Annie
ReplyDeleteSo very well said. Over the years the duchess has looked impeccable and please look at older pictures for this. Lovely outfits and stunning jewellery. At this stage of life it is strongly advisable to wear sensible footwear if one needs to and shouldn't be criticised.
DeleteWell said
DeleteLovely to see this delightful couple sharing the celebrations of their "name" city. have to agree with Deadeggs that they are not the most stunning fashionwise. The Duchess's dress and jacket are okay but the shoes are grim. No arguments about her wanting to be comfortable but possible to be smart as well---see Princess Benedikte, Queen Silvia etc, all of a similar vintage
ReplyDeleteNice to see them out together. Nice dress and jacket. css
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