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The Duchess of Cambridge’s First Vogue Cover & More

May 4, 2016 By kimwheeler No Comments

After all the nonsense this week that was the American Vogue’s Met Gala, British Vogue was a breath of fresh air with it’s wonderful 100th Anniversary Issue with Kate Middleton, aka the Duchess of Cambridge, as cover girl.

So refreshing to see the lovely young mom Kate in British Vogue. So far they have only released a few photos, but they were shot in the countryside in Norfolk near her and William’s home. Two of the portraits will be part of an exhibition celebrating Vogue’s 100 years at the National Portrait Gallery in London.

I love the natural looks of these photos. She’s wearing a Burberry suede coat on the cover. This top is a Petite Bateau T worn with Burberry navy pants. I think she’s a terrific role model for young women. She had class.

The Duchess is also a keen photographer and has taken most all the photos that have been released of her children. I love the latest for little Princess Charlotte’s birthday on May 1st…

What a doll!

British Vogue also has another milestone in this issue. They feature Bo Gilbert the first 100 year-old model in Vogue. I can’t wait to show my grandmother this who is 99 in a few weeks..

Does she look fabulous or what? More and a little video done by Harvey Nichols of her. She’s darling and charming. Let’s hope this is a trend! Adore her.

I think American Vogue has just gone too far in it’s promoting of the Met Gala with special books, films dedicated to it and such. So over the top, dressing the celebs and all too. This year’s theme, Manus x Machina, made for the worst red carpet’s ever and the majority of attendees looked just plain awful. When Vogue pronounced Kim and Kanye best dressed it was too much. I won’t even go there.

The only redeeming thing at this gala was Emma Watson in this Calvin Klein dress made of recycled plastic bottles. Great idea since every piece of plastic ever made is still with us, so why not start using the stuff for ball gowns instead of garbage cans? I approve. Emma Watson is someone I admire greatly for speaking out on feminism and more.  Any thoughts friends?
Kim

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  1. Julie Russell says

    May 4, 2016 at 9:23 pm

    It's astounding how/why Anna Wintour has gone gaga over Kim and Kayne. Her embrace of them must have something to do with realities of publishing a print publication in today's cyber world. I do not believe for a second that she finds them in anyway tasteful or worthy of what Vogue used to stand for. Anywho, the Duchess of Cambridge is a refreshing and classy presence in the British edition.

  2. kim at northerncalstyle. says

    May 4, 2016 at 11:10 pm

    Julie totally agree. I think Vogue is desperately trying to keep up with those that love the Kardashians, but those people aren't buying magazines. Those people are younger and online. Still it is upsetting she seems to go along with and even promote obsession with these people! Thank goodness for Kate who doesn't seem to care the least about being cool and all that.

  3. Faux Fuchsia says

    May 5, 2016 at 6:04 pm

    Met Ball clothes were beyond horrible.

  4. bunacat says

    May 5, 2016 at 9:13 pm

    I am not much for the monarchy, but I am so glad that Kate and William seem to be so genuinely happy! The little ones are definitely Windsor's lol and so cute. Kate looks wonderful in her casual looks.

    Kel

  5. Jennifer Connolly says

    May 6, 2016 at 8:33 pm

    The met gala fiasco was shameful. Kim and Kanye as best dressed made me feel ill. It's shameful. Kate is a stunning breath of fresh air!!

  6. Sheila @ Maison de Cinq says

    May 11, 2016 at 4:35 am

    I couldn't agree more Kim – didn't really like much of any one this year, except Emma. She is stunning – and love that the dress is recycled! I actually usually write a post with the best dressed but this year my heart just wasn't in it.

    And Kate, well, she's the best. Poised, classy, and graceful. She's the real deal. And she seems very down-to-earth and I love how she is a true hands on mother. And gorgeous! Which doesn't hurt either:)

    Sheila

  7. About Last Weekend says

    May 17, 2016 at 6:48 pm

    Think she looks amazing in her classic white shirt. Must action a wear of mine asap. I have not seen the Met Gala stuff, gosh where have I been? I thought Anna has the say so to whatever people wear?

  8. La Contessa says

    April 21, 2017 at 10:27 pm

    HOW MUCH LONGER WILL THOSE K GALS BE WITH US!?UGH………..
    I JUST DONOT GET IT!
    I MISSED THE MET STUFF…………..SOUNDS LIKE I DIDNOT MISS MUCH!
    NOW, WHERE DO I GET MY HANDS ON A BRITISH VOQUE……….?
    I DID SEE THAT SOMEWHERE AND THOUGHT OH GOOD THEY ARE BRINGING SOME CLASS BACK TO VOQUE!XO

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