Princess Diana 1961- 1997

Royal Wedding: Princess Bride



 Princess Catherine's dress was inspired  from Grace Kelly and Queen Elizabeth II.





The #1 rule from Brides to be- Your look should not be a glamorized over styled version of yourself

and Kate definitely followed suite. She did her own makeup and told her stylist

"William must recognize me by the time I reach the alter."

Her over all look was traditional, classic Beauty which I find to be fitting of a Princess Bride.

...And they lived Happily Ever After (I hope)

THE END

Royal Wedding: Doff your Hat

"Doff your Hat"- British Phrase to Raise your hat in acknowledgement.

British Ladies love they're hats. And I kind of wish that little hats were more in fashion here in the States. I admire their love of classic accessories but for me the more modern & whimsical the hat the better! 

Posh Spice, Victoria Beckham's hair was gorgeous and understated, Sleek Ponytail with a little hat on the front perimeter of her noggin. I also love the choice of color and she has a great eye for accessories..i.e. her hat, shoes and husband!

Other Guests with Hats



All Photos via Zimbio.com



Night of the Living Red: Prince Harry

On September 15 1984 Prince Charles and Princess Diana welcomed their second son Prince Henry Charles Albert David, better known as Harry.

He is currently third in line to the thrown and is recognized for his flaming red hair and wild behavior. He has had many nicknames through the years such as "the Spare" & "Dirty Harry"...And is known more for his rule breaking and party lifestyle. Harry is a sportsman like his father and enjoys hunting, fishing, rugby and polo. His Royal Redness has also shown a side more comparable to that of his Mother Diana; Charitable, Understanding and Compassionate.

 

 

 After Diana's Tragic Death in 1997, Harry and his brother William have both set out to continue her works in charities and preserve her legacy. Harry made a documentary on AIDS orphans in Africa & became a Second Lieutenant in Britain's Army, serving  in the Afghanistan war.

 "I want to carry on the things that she (Princess Diana) didn't quite finish.I have always wanted to, but was too young,"- Prince Harry

 

Prince Harry with his future sister in law- Kate Middleton

Hair Fit for a Queen

With the Royal Wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton just a few days a way I wanted to feature Prince Williams' Grandmother Queen Elizabeth II and her Hair. Queen Elizabeth's hair is famous because Her Majesty has never changed the style her entire adult life. This is so she can be well recognized on stamps, coins and in photos by her subjects. I guess her hair montra is " If it ain't broke Don't fix it!"











Bridal Hair: Kate Middleton

via richardward.com

via Stylist.com

It was just announced that James Pryce has been selected by Kate Middleton to style her hair for the Royal Wedding. Pryce is a Senior Stylist at the Richard Ward Salon, and is set to also style the bride's sister and mother.

I'm very excited to see how Kate will wear her hair. Rumor has it she may opt out of the traditional royal family tiara and wear flowers instead.

My Royal Wedding Hair Suggestions

Low Side Chingon

Sophisticated Fun and Modern

 Old Hollywood Glamour 

*my top pick for Kate*

Beautiful, Understated, and of course Glamourous

 Long Romantic Curls

Personally I don't like the flowers in this style

but its they were maybe fresh flowers this would be my favorite

 Traditional Up-do with diamond crystal comb

Classic Formal Up-do

Definitely not my favorite but a nice look for mother of the bride

Braided Up-do

New twist (braid) on a Classic style.
maid of honor look

All Photos via Brides.com

All this wedding hair talk is getting me even more excited for the Carsten Bridal competition. I've already figured out the hair style Id like to do, and confirmed my model, one of my best friends, Kelly. I'm so honored that she agreed to model for me. She's the perfect Bridal model- She's Tall, with Beautiful long hair, a Gorgeous face and she already has a wedding dress!