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Time of India
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Did Princess Charlotte just pay tribute to Diana with her nails? Fans think so
Princess Charlotte's appearance at Wimbledon included a subtle yet charming tribute to her late grandmother, Princess Diana, through her choice of bright pink nail polish. While the royal family often adheres to muted nail colors, Charlotte's playful pop of colour echoed Diana's fondness for pink, a color often associated with her iconic style and personality. Princess Charlotte made a quietly lovely tribute to her late grandmother, Diana, Princess of Wales, during her outing at Wimbledon and it came in the form of something small but seriously charming: her pink nail polish. The young royal joined Prince William and Princess Catherine in the Royal Box on Centre Court for the men's singles final, alongside her big brother, Prince George. The family were spotted enjoying the match between defending champion Carlos Alcaraz and rival Jannik Sinner on what turned out to be a scorcher of a day in London. But while the spotlight was, of course, on the tennis, Charlotte's sweet pink nails didn't go unnoticed. The 10-year-old's hands were in full view as she fanned herself in the heat and even covered her mouth in those nail-biting moments (we've all been there!). The bright polish was a lovely little detail - playful, summery, and possibly more meaningful than it first appeared. Now, you might think it's a bit of a break from royal tradition. After all, it's often said that female members of the Royal Family tend to stick to muted tones or sheer shades when it comes to nails. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Costco Shoppers Confirm: This Wrinkle Cream Is 100% Worth It Top Beauty Picks Click Here Undo The late Queen Elizabeth famously wore the same pale pink polish, Essie's Ballet Slippers for over three decades. But Charlotte's pop of colour doesn't feel out of place at all. In fact, it could well be seen as a sweet tribute to Princess Diana, who was known for her love of pink. From soft blush suits to bold magenta gowns, pink was a go-to for the late Princess of Wales. Even British Vogue once called it her 'favourite colour.' Last year, the Princess Diana: Accredited Access exhibition in London backed this up, sharing a post with iconic photos of Diana in various pink looks, captioned: 'Princess Diana's favourite colour was... PINK! Pink is a nurturing, playful, and nostalgic colour that takes people back to their childhoods and can also represent universal love and friendship.' So, whether it was a conscious nod or simply a colour Charlotte loves, there's something very touching about seeing her embrace pink in her own way, especially at such a major public event. It's a small detail, yes, but one packed with warmth, personality, and perhaps even a little royal nostalgia. And honestly? We're absolutely here for it.
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Princess Charlotte, 10, breaks from tradition with sweet make-up nod to Diana
Wimbledon welcomed Prince William and Kate Middleton, along with their eldest children Prince George and Princess Charlotte, into the royal box on Centre Court earlier today Princess Charlotte has made a sweet reference to her grandmother, the late Diana, Princess of Wales, at Wimbledon. The royal box at Wimbledon hosted Prince William, Princess Kate and their eldest two children at the men's singles final this afternoon. They were among the guests at Centre Court for the final day of the tennis tournament. Prince William and Princess Kate, both 43, were seated on the front row of the box on Centre Court with Prince George, 11, and Princess Charlotte, 10, earlier. They then watched as reigning champion Carlos Alcaraz competed against rival tennis player Jannik Sinner for the title. The family were spotted at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London. Princess Charlotte, who is third in line to the British throne, has attracted some attention over her choice of makeup, with her nails having been painted pink ahead of the visit. Her choice of nail polish was on display at times as she watched matches on the court, including when Princess Charlotte covered her mouth. The colour was also visible when she held a fan amid the heatwave this weekend. Princess Charlotte's bright nails could be seen as her breaking from tradition, given previous speculation, though that doesn't appear to be the case. There's been speculation over the years that members of the Royal Family are encouraged to wear neutral colours and pale shades. Commentators have shared their thoughts on the situation in the past. Richard Fitzwilliams once told MailOnline: "[They] are encouraged to use neutral, understated colours for their nails." It's been described as a "rule" and a "protocol" in the past, though it's thought that there isn't actually a ban or a formal rule on any colour or shade of nail polish. Princess Charlotte's mother, Princess Kate, has herself opted for bold colours on occasion, for example, and pink isn't thought to be prohibited either. Queen Elizabeth was said to have worn one shade of pink nail polish for over 30 years. The late monarch reportedly favoured the brand Essie's Ballet Slippers shade after first wearing the colour, described as "pale pink", since 1989. The choice of colour by Princess Charlotte could be seen as a tribute to her late grandmother, Diana, who had been known to sport pink outfits. Pink was her "favourite" colour, according to the likes of British Vogue. The exhibition Princess Diana: Accredited Access, which had been on display in London last year, suggested similarly in a post shared on social media in 2023. Alongside photos of Princess Diana in pink, it described the colour as "nurturing". The post shared by the exhibition on Instagram read: "Princess Diana's favourite color was … PINK! Pink is a nurturing, playful, and nostalgic color that takes people back to their childhoods and can also represent universal love and friendship."
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Did Princess Charlotte follow Kate Middleton's manicure rule at Wimbledon? Fans in awe
Princess Charlotte's pink nail paint was a fashion highlight during the Royal family's Wimbledon tour, despite the fact that blue was the color of the day. Princess Charlotte garnered attention for her pink nails at Wimbledon, with fans expressing admiration for her style.(X@RoyallyBelle_) At the July 13 men's singles final, the 10-year-old Princess cheered for Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner from the front row of the Royal Box at Centre Court alongside her mother Kate Middleton, father Prince William, and older brother Prince George. The Royal members donned blue outfits for the athletic event, which is a highlight of the royal family's summer schedule. Charlotte wore a white frock with navy accents and a blue bow in her hair. Does Princess Kate follow any manicure rule? The color selection mirrored Princess Kate's preferred manicure style, which featured light pinks and other muted nail paints, as per People Magazine. The late Queen Elizabeth, who was renowned for being a huge lover of Essie's "Ballet Slippers" shade, also preferred neutral nails. What we know about Queen Elizabeth's manicure rule In 1989, the history-making monarch's hairstylist wrote to the brand's founder, Essie Weingarten, describing the transparent pink lacquer as 'the only color Her Majesty would wear,' according to the brand's website. Queen Elizabeth is said to have found bright nail lacquer unsettling despite the fact that there is no formal law about manicure colors. While family members are permitted to wear bright colors, pale tones are frequently thought to be a more sensible option for royal events. Also Read: Who's in the Royal Box for Wimbledon 2025 men's singles final? It's not just Kate Middleton and Prince William Fans in aww with Princess Charlotte's pink nails Meanwhile, several fans expressed their love and admiration for Charlotte, with one fan sharing her picture with a caption reading: 'Princess Charlotte's pink nails today.' 'She looks so much like her dad I think! That's how a 10 year old young girl or lady should look ❤️' another person wrote. 'Charlotte is growing up but under her parents guidance she will grow into a lovely lady,' third fan commented. 'Aww bless her,' fourth fan chimed in. While the fifth one said, 'I love that she doesnt have pierced ears yet,' one more fans chimed in, 'Diana's eyes.'
Scottish Sun
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Heartbreak for King Charles as his star filly is among huge number of horses pulled from Epsom Oaks
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THERE was heartbreak for King Charles as his star filly was among a huge number of horses removed from the Epsom Oaks. Top trainer William Haggas scratched Charles and Camilla's Purple Rainbow from the year's biggest race. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 King Charles and Queen Camilla won't have a runner to cheer home in the Epsom Oaks - after their star filly was among a huge number pulled from the iconic race Credit: PA Bred by the late Queen Elizabeth II, Purple Rainbow had one win from three runs in the famous Royal silks. But it looks like she is destined for handicaps rather than the elite level after finishing fourth on her return at Ascot last month. Haggas pulled the plug on her Oaks chances during Tuesday morning's scratching stage. The decision came days after King Charles' first runner with Willie Mullins was denied a dream win in a dramatic photo finish. A mass of runners - 34 in all - were axed from the June 6 Group 1 over 1m4f, worth just shy of £120,000 to the winner. Aidan O'Brien, who has won three of the past five Oaks, was among the big names removing a number of his entries. Among the more notable of his was 14-1 chance Ballet Slippers. The daughter of Dubawi, who finished third to current Oaks favourite Desert Flower when last seen in October, is yet to run this season. Group 3 winner Exactly, who had been as short as 20-1, was another pulled, along with fellow 20-1 chance Dreamy. O'Brien had previously said after her Group 3 win over a mile at the Curragh last August that he hoped she was an Oaks filly. While Smoken, who was sent off 5-2 favourite for the Musidora at York last week before finishing a tailed-off last, was axed by Ralph Beckett. The winner of that race, Whirl, kept her place in O'Brien's squad. His Cheshire Oaks winner Minnie Hauk looks the best chance of victory being as short as 7-2. While O'Brien's other big Coolmore chance Giselle is into 5s. Charlie Appleby's 1000 Guineas heroine Desert Flower kept her place in the race, with bookies cutting her to as short as 2-1 favourite. While Owen Burrows' Listed Newmarket winner Falakeyah - one of just 14 left in the race - was cut to 5s. Epsom Oaks runners Desert Flower Falakeyah Giselle Go Go Boots Island Hopping Janey Mackers January Lake Victoria Minnie Hauk Qilin Queen Revoir Trad Jazz Wemightakedlongway Whirl FREE BETS - GET THE BEST SIGN UP DEALS AND RACING OFFERS Commercial content notice: Taking one of the offers featured in this article may result in a payment to The Sun. You should be aware brands pay fees to appear in the highest placements on the page. 18+. T&Cs apply. Remember to gamble responsibly A responsible gambler is someone who: Establishes time and monetary limits before playing Only gambles with money they can afford to lose Never chases their losses Doesn't gamble if they're upset, angry or depressed Gamcare – Gamble Aware – Find our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.
Daily Mail
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Everyone's talking about soap nails: How to get the fresh manicure Selena Gomez and Hailey Bieber love
We all love bold tips and fun nail art, but in the wide world of maximalist manis there is definitely room for some variety. Enter the latest nail aesthetic sweeping the beauty world — a look so simple you'll want to hop aboard the trend train right away. Soap nails are the ultra-glossy, milky mani that mimic the soft translucence of a bubble bath. Sheer, creamy pastels from brands like Essie and define this look, offering just a hint of opacity. Instead of rich color, the effect is a more delicate finish that leaves your hands looking fresh and luxe. It's a bit like the glazed donut trend that swept the beauty world a couple of years ago, but a little reflective and sparkly. Essie Ballet Slippers One of the most cult-favorite nail polishes in existence, Ballet Slippers leaves your tips glowing in a glossy, sheer pink. Just a couple of coats is all that you need to achieve the look. It's fresh and natural, not to mention completely foolproof when you're doing DIY soap nails! $9.99 Shop Unlike more commitment-heavy chrome sets and super fussy talons, this clean look keeps things easy. Even Selena Gomez, Hailey Bieber, and Victoria Beckham have gotten in on the look, and it's easy to understand why they're so in love with it. Beyond being effortlessly pretty, soap nails are ideal for anything — work, the gym, date nights. A little chip here or there won't ever show, and there's a flattering shade for every skin tone. Of course, the best part is that they are surprisingly easy to DIY at home. Whether you're trying to cut back on your salon visits or just love doing your nails yourself, you'll appreciate the approachability soap nails offer. Achieving the look begins with neatly shaped nails. Shorter lengths work best, as they're easier to maintain and reflect the understated elegance of the trend. Then, you'll want to apply a sheer polish in a pale tone, like soft white, ivory, ballet pink, or beige. The idea is to aim for a shade that is more on the translucent or milky end instead of fuller coverage. Much like a tint for your nails, these colors leave your nails looking virtually flawless, with a glossy, almost glowing appearance. Once you've applied your chosen color, top it off with a high-shine top coat or a jelly-effect gloss. There's no nail art involved, although a hint of shimmer (if you like the look) can elevate it just a touch while staying true to the soap-like aesthetic. Which products can you use to achieve the look? Think light tones you can gently build up in layers for an always-natural look. If you absolutely need a little color, a sheer pastel looks lovely — kisses of pink and peach work well. Ultimately, you always want to lock in a high-shine, glassy effect to give your nails that fully streamlined, polished look without looking too fussy or 'done.' Think of it as your nails, but better. It's so easy to achieve with just a couple of products, and once you try it yourself you may never go back to more complicated designs. Soap nails show that sometimes the most subtle details have the biggest impact. Leaning into the clean girl aesthetic, quiet luxury, or just trying something new is always fun!
