Royals Round-Up, July 6th 2018

Harry and Meghan

Mandatory Credit: Photo by Yui Mok/AP/REX/Shutterstock (9743421c) Britain's Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, right, delivers a speech and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex applauds as they attend the 'Your Commonwealth' Youth Challenge reception where they will meet youngsters from across the Commonwealth, at Marlborough House in London Britian Royals, London, United Kingdom - 05 Jul 2018

We covered this yesterday, but I was kinda crushed for time and couldn't wait for more pics to come in before I had to publish the post, but! I promised you more pics if I got them AND I DID! Why is Hazza standing like this?

Meghan in Brandon Maxwell

Mandatory Credit: Photo by REX/Shutterstock (9743415aj) Meghan Duchess of Sussex arrives to attend the Your Commonwealth Youth Challenge reception at Marlborough House Your Commonwealth Youth Challenge reception, London, UK - 05 Jul 2018 WEARING BRANDON MAXWELL SHOES BY MANOLO BLAHNIK SAME OUTFIT AS CATWALK MODEL *9047036al

Meghan is currently inspiring me to change up my arm exercises and by "change up," I mean, "maybe think about doing some."

Meghan in Brandon Maxwell

Mandatory Credit: Photo by REX/Shutterstock (9743415y) Meghan Duchess of Sussex during the Your Commonwealth Youth Challenge reception at Marlborough House Your Commonwealth Youth Challenge reception, London, UK - 05 Jul 2018 WEARING BRANDON MAXWELL SHOES BY MANOLO BLAHNIK SAME OUTFIT AS CATWALK MODEL *9047036al

And here it is in movement; we obviously chatted a lot about those shoes yesterday and I realized I neglected to give the credit for them. They are these Manolos, and I feel like somewhere in Kensington Palace, Kate looked up from whatever she's doing -- online poker is my theory -- and sighed longingly over them.

Prince Harry

"Hello. I'm very happy right now."

Wills Visits Edinburgh

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Wills is visiting Scotland along with his Gran -- at the least, I assume they rode up together -- and let me just say that he is handsome in this uniform.

Prince William Attends a Reception to Mark 70 Years of the NHS

"And then WE ACTUALLY WON THE SHOOTOUT AND I SCREAMED AND KATE AND I CLUTCHED EACH OTHER!"

Prince William Visits Edinburgh

I just loved this photo.

Ceremony Of The Keys at the Palace of Holyroodhouse

As I noted, still in Scotland, the Queen has arrived! (She loves Scotland in summer, although she has to zip back to London for some Royal Duties shortly and doesn't retire to Balmoral properly until August.)

Queen Elizabeth II Attends Garden Party at Palace of Holyrood House

Prince Andrew, it seems, is ALSO in Scotland. IS EVERYONE IN SCOTLAND EXCEPT ME? I like Scotland! I WOULD HAVE APPRECIATED AN INVITE.

Queen Elizabeth II and Nicola Sturgeon

USA Rights Only - Edinburgh, UK -20180704- Queen Elizabeth II Grants Audiences at Palace of Holyrood House -PICTURED: Queen Elizabeth II, Nicola Sturgeon (Scotland PM) -PHOTO by: PA Images/INSTARimages.com -37371713.jpg This is an editorial, rights-managed image. Please contact Instar Images LLC for licensing fee and rights information at sales@instarimages.com or call +1 212 414 0207 This image may not be published in any way that is, or might be deemed to be, defamatory, libelous, pornographic, or obscene. Please consult our sales department for any clarification needed prior to publication and use. Instar Images LLC reserves the right to pursue unauthorized users of this material. If you are in violation of our intellectual property rights or copyright you may be liable for damages, loss of income, any profits you derive from the unauthorized use of this material and, where appropriate, the cost of collection and/or any statutory damages awarded

"Let's talk about my paintings, shall we?" PS: Heather and I went to Holyroodhouse when we visited the UK for the Queen's birthday and it is VERY NEAT and extremely interesting and you should definitely go. Edinburgh is rad.

Queen Elizabeth II Attends a Reception for 603 Squadron Royal Auxiliary Air Force

OMG, EDWARD IS ALSO THERE IN EDINBURGH! Are the Non-Charles men planning a coup whilst in Scotland?

QEII and Wills

Members of the Royal family attend the Order of the Thistle service at St.Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh. Featuring: Queen Elizabeth II, Duke of Cambridge Where: Edinburgh, United Kingdom When: 06 Jul 2018 Credit: Euan Cherry/WENN

"GRAN, this hat keeps falling off my head!"

Princess Anne

Queen Elizabeth, Duke of Cambridge and Princess Royal attend the Thistle Service at St Giles' Cathedral in Edinburgh Featuring: Anne, Princess Royal Where: Edinburgh, United Kingdom When: 06 Jul 2018 Credit: Euan Cherry/WENN

"I can wear this hat without any incident, William, so pull it together."

Dutch Royals visit the Caribbean

Mandatory Credit: Photo by NIEBOER/PICTURE PRESS EUR/SIPA/REX/Shutterstock (9733293n) 02-07-2018 Antillen Queen Maxima and King Willem-Alexander during the Dia di Bandera Bandabou (Day of the flag) in Barber on the 2nd day of the visit to the island of Curacao. Dutch Royals visit the Caribbean - 02 Jul 2018

On the topic of Queens in Blue, Max and Wax or in the Caribbean right now, and she seems to be holding up okay -- here, they're in Curacao. This hat/glasses combo is GIVING ME LIFE, as the kids once said.

Dutch Royals visit the Caribbean

Mandatory Credit: Photo by NIEBOER/PICTURE PRESS EUR/SIPA/REX/Shutterstock (9733293c) 02-07-2018 Antillen Queen Maxima and King Willem-Alexander during the Dia di Bandera Bandabou (Day of the flag) in Barber on the 2nd day of the visit to the island of Curacao. Dutch Royals visit the Caribbean - 02 Jul 2018

There are, in fact, many good hats here, but mostly I need more info about that bag, which I assume is a gift for Maxima and I want to give it as a gift TO ME from myself immediately. I love it.

Dutch Royals visit to the Caribbean

"Are you still under there?"

Dutch Royals visit to the Caribbean

Mandatory Credit: Photo by Robin Utrecht/REX/Shutterstock (9732540s) Queen Maxima arrives at the Palace of Governor of Curacao Lucille Andrea George-Wout during a two-day visit of the royal couple on the occasion of Dia di Bandera Dutch Royals visit to the Caribbean - 01 Jul 2018

Here, Max and Wax have arrived at the "Palace of Governor of Curacao Lucille Andrea George-Wout during a two-day visit of the royal couple on the occasion of Dia di Bandera," and this child and all the other children are SO VERY CUTE. Also, Maxima's purse/shoes are super working for me with that very Dutch orange.

Dutch Royals visit to the Caribbean

It's been a very bright visit, sartorially -- she looks good in these colors.

Dutch Royals visit the Caribbean

Mandatory Credit: Photo by REX/Shutterstock (9733225q) King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima during the visit to Excel Arts Academy on day two of their two-day visit to Curacao on the occasion of Dia di Bandera. Dutch Royals visit the Caribbean - 02 Jul 2018

This was a visit to the Excel Arts Academy and honestly, this trip looks like a balm to the soul.

Prince Charles and Camilla in Wales

Mandatory Credit: Photo by REX/Shutterstock (9732685g) Prince Charles and Camilla Duchess of Cornwall meet maintenance workers during their visit to the toll plaza office at the Second Severn Crossing, which is being renamed Prince Charles Bridge to mark his 70th birthday, as part of their tour of the Principality Prince Charles and Camilla Duchess of Cornwall visit to Wales, UK - 02 Jul 2018

Over to Wales! Here, Chaz and Camz "meet maintenance workers during their visit to the toll plaza office at the Second Severn Crossing, which is being renamed Prince Charles Bridge to mark his 70th birthday, as part of their tour of the Principality." It's nice for one to have a bridge.

Prince Charles and Camilla visit Wales

Mandatory Credit: Photo by REX/Shutterstock (9734417m) Prince Charles and Camilla Duchess of Cornwall (right) during a visit to Llangwm Prince Charles and Camilla Duchess of Cornwall visit to Wales, UK - 03 Jul 2018

I enjoy their matching sunglasses; you can tell it's been warm in these environs because Camz's Big Hair has gotten somewhat wilted.

Prince Charles and Camilla Visit Wales

Mandatory Credit: Photo by REX/Shutterstock (9734654d) Prince Charles visits St. Gwenog's Church, Llanwenog, viewing its unique carvings created by Joseph Reubens, a Belgian World War One refugee who made Wales his home in 1914. Prince Charles and Camilla Duchess of Cornwall visit to Wales, UK - 03 Jul 2018

Everywhere they go, they snack. This was a visit to "St. Gwenog's Church, Llanwenog," where they looked at "its unique carvings created by Joseph Reubens, a Belgian World War One refugee who made Wales his home in 1914." Also had lots and LOTS of tea cakes.

Prince Charles and Camilla Visit Wales

Mandatory Credit: Photo by REX/Shutterstock (9735835an) Prince Charles visits Tretower Court in Crickhowell Prince Charles and Camilla Duchess of Cornwall visit to Wales, UK - 05 Jul 2018

"Do tell me more about carbs!"

Chaz and Camz in Wales

Mandatory Credit: Photo by Tim Rooke/REX/Shutterstock (9735074e) Camilla Duchess of Cornwall at Llandovery railway station Prince Charles and Camilla Duchess of Cornwall visit Wales, UK - 04 Jul 2018

I decided this little handled purse was languishing in Camilla's closet until Meghan made her pull it out.

Camz Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the Man Booker Prize

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They got back to London in time for Camilla to cheer to the Man Booker Prize (I enjoy how much she likes books). I decided these two are having a passionate convo about which Harry Potter is the best. (I think it's Half Blood Prince, but it's arguable.)

The National Health Service marks its 70th anniversary

Mandatory Credit: Photo by ANDY RAIN/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock (9735831c) Sophie, Countess of Wessex arrives at Westminster Abbey for a service to mark seventy years of the NHS in London, Britain, 05 July 2018. The National Health Service is 70 on 05 July 2018. The National Health Service marks its 70th anniversary with service at Westminster Abbey, London, United Kingdom - 05 Jul 2018

The shoes are dull, but this is a dishy look on Sophie!

RAF Hendon Museum Re-Opens

Mandatory Credit: Photo by REX/Shutterstock (9732681a) L to R, Sir Stephen Hillier, Sir Glenn Torpy, Prince Edward, Maggie Appleton RAF Hendon Museum re opens, London, UK - 29 Jun 2018

Meanwhile, Prince Edward got to do something.

Queen Letizia

It's floral skirt season for Letizia!

Queen Letizia

And the re-appearance of these Hugo Boss pants, which I covet.

Princess Stephanie of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha and her husband Jan Stahl

Informative Caption tells us that, here, "Princess Stephanie of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha and her husband Jan Stahl pose for a photo, in front of the Friedenstein castle after their civil wedding ceremony in Gotha, Germany. The marriage in Schloss Friedenstein is the first royal wedding in Gotha for more than 200 years." Well, good for you two! And I look forward to seeing the church ceremony outfits. Wikipedia tells me NOTHING about her! But her grandfather was a Nazi (whoops) and her grandmother divorced him right after the war, married someone else, and took her father off to New Orleans, so...there's some kind of story THERE. The DMIK tells me she works as a physical therapist for dogs.