The Duke And Duchess Of Cambridge Diamond Jubilee Tour - Day 3
Here, they're attending a dinner being thrown by Malaysia's Head of State Sultan Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah of Kedah, and I am not wild about either of these looks. She looks too Disney Princess in this, even for her, and his suit is...really an interesting color. Although perhaps "Disney Princess" is where you want to go when a French magazine is publishing photos of you sunbathing topless. (That link goes to Gawker, but the pics are NSFW.) We're two for three on Royal Trio Nudity -- get ready for Wills to streak through Top Shop next week! All joking aside: Those photos were taken with a telephoto lens and the two of them were staying at a private and very secluded residence in France, and they were (as far as they knew) alone, which is a quite different from Las Vegas Strip Billiards. As far as she knew, she was going topless in the privacy of her own backyard, and there is nothing wrong with that. All y'all should be able to do whatever you want in the backyard of your secluded villa. But given how unstoppable the paps are with this family, I'm beginning to think that they should start SHOWERING with clothes on. Just go Never Nude for a bit, guys.
The Duke And Duchess Of Cambridge Diamond Jubilee Tour - Day 3
In other news: They got presents! This is a "diamante clutch" for Kate, and lace shoes for Wills. Wait, I think they're both for Kate. Anyway: I wish people would give ME presents just for coming over and eating their food, especially if those presents are accessories. I wonder what the Cambridges gave in return. I like to think that Wills just showed up with a six-pack of beer. "Harry said this would be fine!"
The Duke And Duchess Of Cambridge Diamond Jubilee Tour - Day 3
Wills got, if I may quote our Getty Images photo caption: "A gold encrusted Malay warrior's sword." Now THAT is a party favor.
The Duke And Duchess Of Cambridge Diamond Jubilee Tour - Day 3
While this is, to quote the caption in the box, "a casual Batik dress." It's hard to tell what the entire dress looks like, given that it is folded, but that pattern is SO PRETTY.
The Duke And Duchess Of Cambridge Diamond Jubilee Tour - Day 3
"Hey guys, thanks for the dress! Next time, I want a weapon too, if that's okay! Best wishes and thanks for not snapping me getting out of the bath; I really really appreciate it. Your, KATE."
The Duke And Duchess Of Cambridge Diamond Jubilee Tour - Day 4
Here, Wills and Kate are visiting Assyakirin Mosque in Kuala Lumpur (hence her modest dress and head covering, and both of their bare feet). The Daily Mail claimed Wills spent the entirety of this day, like, vibrating with rage. Which...yeah, I don't really see that. They're both smiling in 87% of the photos in the pool. Is he irritated that the French paparazzi got snaps of his wife's breasts when he thought they were alone and now they're publishing them? I am SURE. Is he enraged with her, as implied by a variety of tabloids? I doubt it, GIVEN THAT HE WAS SITTING RIGHT THERE WHEN SHE TOOK HER TOP OFF AND THEY WERE ON A ROMANTIC VACATION. I seriously doubt Kate is really in serious trouble with anyone on this one.
The Duke And Duchess Of Cambridge Diamond Jubilee Tour - Day 4
Clearly they're both boiling over with acid rage. And the trip is ruined! Except they seem to be totally enjoying themselves. Sartorially speaking, that dress manages to be pretty and still appropriately conservative.
The Duke And Duchess Of Cambridge Tour Southeast Asia - Day 3
Our photo service only referred to this as a "cultural event." It looks beautiful.
The Duke And Duchess Of Cambridge Tour Southeast Asia - Day 3
Off to a tea party. This photo is getting a lot of tabloid play because he looks cranky, which he does. But more importantly: he also looks great in that suit. I quite like that dress on her. I think it's been interesting to see how she's managing the heat and humidity in Singapore and Malaysia -- light colors, floatier skirts -- while still looking modest and appropriate.
The Duke And Duchess Of Cambridge Tour Southeast Asia - Day 3
This detailing is very pretty.
The Duke And Duchess Of Cambridge Tour Southeast Asia - Day 3
"I had to put my hair up eventually, everyone. If only to get you to stop talking about my boobs."