Kate Middleton

Post-Baby Look

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Just hours after giving birth, the Duchess emerged in a pretty Jenny Packham dress, post-baby bump barely visible, hair beautifully framing her face, makeup perfect, and her swaddled baby girl looking angelic. So how did she pull it off? The Daily Mail reports on the ace “Team Kate” who immediately snuck into the hospital to transform Kate into the picture of glowing and glamorous new motherhood.

Ace hairdresser Amanda Cook Tucker was seen entering the hospital carrying a bag of products and tools to create amazing hair. Tucker is said to have also done Kate’s hair after Prince George was born. In both cases Tucker met the baby before the grandparents. Colorist Richard Ward was most likely on hand to give Kate’s hair a touch-up, she had reportedly stopped coloring her hair when she was pregnant.

Kate sported her signature beauty look, filled-in brows, chocolate brown liner, rosy cheeks, and soft pink lips. The Duchess is rumored to be a fan of Bobbi Brown’s products. The Daily Mail reports that she owes her post-pregnancy glow to Bobbi’s Brightening Finishing Powder ($52). Kate is also said to stock up on Bobbi’s eye cream and concealer to hide any sleep-deprivation due to the baby, and stocks up on her makeup at Peter Jones department store in Chelsea.

Manicurist Marina Sandoval has been Kate’s go-to source for beautiful nails for the past five years, making on-call visits to the Palace. Sandoval usually paints Kate’s nails in pale pinks and creams. According to Sandoval, Kate wore a mix of Essie’s Allure polish and Bourjois’ So Laque ultra-shine nail enamel for the royal wedding.

One thing is for sure, with the help of her beauty team, Kate pulled off going from the birthing room to camera-ready in a matter of hours. Not an easy feat.

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World's Best-Dressed Royals

Some of the World's Best-Dressed Royals at One Big Party

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When it comes to royal style, there is a handful of ladies who consistently trump everyone. Kate Middleton, of course, but also Queens Letizia and Maxima, and Princess Mary. Each lady is a major style force in her home country, but we rarely get a glimpse at them looking glamorous all together. That just changed, thanks to a glittery 75th birthday party for Queen Margrethe II of Denmark (but seriously—those tiaras!)

Australian-born Princess Mary celebrated her mother-in-law's birthday in a sugary pink gown that fell off her shoulders.

Spain's Queen Letizia has continuously gotten more stylish since her coronation last summer. For this event, she stepped outside of the solid box, picking a black-and-white tiered gown.

Known worldwide for her taste, Queen Maxima didn't disappoint in a fringed black gown and lots of diamonds.

Princess Marie of Denmark did classic royal style, wearing navy lace with to-the-wrist sleeves.

Hottest Princesses in the world

There are many other princesses around the world, who are equally worthy of people's affection and admiration. Handpicked from scores of princesses across the globe, here is our pick of the world's top 10 hottest princesses.

1. Charlotte Casiraghi


Of: Monaco


Age: 25

Charlotte Casiraghi is the daughter of Princess Caroline of Hanover and Hereditary Princess of Monaco and Lt. Stefano Casiraghi. So striking are her looks that she instantly reminds people of her maternal grandmother, the legendary Grace Kelly. She almost matches the elegance and beauty that Grace Kelly was famous for. Charlotte, who is fourth in line of succession to the throne of Monaco, served as the editor of 'Above', a luxury magazine in London, and is reportedly very close to celebrated fashion designers Karl Lagerfeld and Valentino, which explains her very fashion forward appearances at various events.

2. Princess Haya


Of: Dubai / Jordan


Age: 37

Princess Haya, wife of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, of Dubai, is the daughter of Lt. King Hussein I of Jordan. Also called Sheikha Haya of Dubai, she is quite a multi-talented individual and has quite an exhaustive list of achievements. She is an athlete and has participated in a number of sporting events, is the President of the International Jordanian Athletes Cultural Association and the International Equestrian Federation, and is also engaged in a number of humanitarian activities. One look at her and one can easily tell how fashionable she is. In fact, she is one of the most fashionable women in the list despite being one of the oldest.

3. Princess Madeleine


Of: Sweden


Age: 29

The gorgeous looking Princess of Sweden is fourth in the line of succession to the throne of Sweden, behind her two siblings Princess Victoria and Prince Carl Philip and her niece Princess Estelle. Princess Madeleine had been engaged to her lawyer boyfriend of 7 years, Jonas Bergström in 2009 but was called off the year following reports that Bergström had cheated on her with a college student. The Princess has since moved to New York City and is in a relationship with Chris O'Neil, a financier by profession.

4. Princess Alexandra


Of: Luxembourg


Age: 21

The young Princess Alexandra is one of five children and the only daughter of Grand Duchess Maria Teresa and Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg. She has moved up to be third in line of succession after one of her older brothers, Prince Louis gave up his place. Princess Alexandra has been in the limelight since a very young age. Like many other princesses on the list, Princess Alexandra also has an inclination towards sports like tennis, skiing, swimming as well as dancing.

5. Princess Letizia

Of: Spain


Age: 39

Another commoner-turned-princess Princess Letizia is one who can make jaws drop with her amazing sense of style. Before her marriage to Felipe, Prince of Asturias, she was a journalist and had also been previously married to a school teacher for a year. She gave birth to two daughters, Infanta Leonor and Infanta Sofia in 2005 and 2007 respectively. Princess Letizia not only fulfills all her responsibilities extremely well but also makes sure she puts her most fashionable foot forward.

6. Princess Charlene Wittstock


Of: Monaco


Age: 34

She has often been called 'the reluctant princess' owing to all the reports of her trying to flee to South Africa just days before her wedding amongst many others. Charlene Wittstock became Her Serene Highness The Princess of Monaco upon her marriage to Albert II, Prince of Monaco son of Prince Rainier III and Grace Kelly. The former Olympic swimmer has now transformed into a poised royal who carries her duties with utmost dedication and responsibility.

7. Princess Sirivannavari


Of: Thailand


Age: 25

The only daughter of the Crown Prince Maha Vajralongkorn, Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana clearly has a lot of responsibilities on her petite shoulders. Princess Sirivannavari was brought back to Thailand from UK after the separation of her parents and was given the royal title upon the command of King Bhumibol Adulyadej. Currently studying fashion and textile in the Faculty of Fine and Applied Art, she got a chance to showcase her fashion designs in Paris, thanks to an invitation from French couturier Pierre Balmain.The show received rave reviews and has clearly helped her establish herself as one of the most fashionable royals of recent times.

8. Princess Theodora


Of: Greece and Denmark


Age: 28

Princess Theodora is the offspring of the former King of Greece Constantine II and Anne Marie of Denmark, and elder sister to Prince Phillipos. Though Greek monarchy has been abolished she still holds the royal title- Her Royal Highness Princess Theodora of Greece and Denmark. The princess is apparently fond of being under the spotlight as she even made her acting debut in 'The Bold and the Beautiful'. Whether or not the acting bug stays with her, the limelight definitely will. 

9. Princess Sonam Dechen Wangchuck


Of: Bhutan


Age: 30

Princess Sonam Dechen Wangchuck, Bhutan's 4th King Jigme Singye Wangchuck's daughter, is a perfect blend of grace and intellect. Armed with a degree in international relations and a Masters in law from Stanford and Harvard Law School. Princess Sonam is currently the President of the Bhutan National Legal Institute under the Judiciary of the Kingdom of Bhutan. Her husband Dashu Phub W. Dorji, is equally well read and works in the Finance Ministry.

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1. 1. Charlotte Casiraghi
   
   
   Of: Monaco
   
   
   Age: 25
   
   
   Charlotte Casiraghi is the daughter of Princess Caroline of Hanover and Hereditary Princess of Monaco and Lt. Stefano Casiraghi. So striking are her looks that she instantly reminds people of her maternal grandmother, the legendary Grace Kelly. She almost matches the elegance and beauty that Grace Kelly was famous for. Charlotte, who is fourth in line of succession to the throne of Monaco, served as the editor of 'Above', a luxury magazine in London, and is reportedly very close to celebrated fashion designers Karl Lagerfeld and Valentino, which explains her very fashion forward appearances at various events.less 

2. 2. Princess Haya
   
   
   Of: Dubai / Jordan
   
   
   Age: 37
   
   
   Princess Haya, wife of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, of Dubai, is the daughter of Lt. King Hussein I of Jordan. Also called Sheikha Haya of Dubai, she is quite a multi-talented individual and has quite an exhaustive list of achievements. She is an athlete and has participated in a number of sporting events, is the President of the International Jordanian Athletes Cultural Association and the International Equestrian Federation, and is also engaged in a number of humanitarian activities. One look at her and one can easily tell how fashionable she is. In fact, she is one of the most fashionable women in the list despite being one of the oldest.less 

3. 3. Princess Madeleine
   
   
   Of: Sweden
   
   
   Age: 29
   
   
   The gorgeous looking Princess of Sweden is fourth in the line of succession to the throne of Sweden, behind her two siblings Princess Victoria and Prince Carl Philip and her niece Princess Estelle. Princess Madeleine had been engaged to her lawyer boyfriend of 7 years, Jonas Bergström in 2009 but was called off the year following reports that Bergström had cheated on her with a college student. The Princess has since moved to New York City and is in a relationship with Chris O'Neil, a financier by profession.less 

4. 4. Princess Alexandra
   
   
   Of: Luxembourg
   
   
   Age: 21
   
   
   The young Princess Alexandra is one of five children and the only daughter of Grand Duchess Maria Teresa and Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg. She has moved up to be third in line of succession after one of her older brothers, Prince Louis gave up his place. Princess Alexandra has been in the limelight since a very young age. Like many other princesses on the list, Princess Alexandra also has an inclination towards sports like tennis, skiing, swimming as well as dancing.less 

5. 5. Princess Letizia
   
   Of: Spain
   
   
   Age: 39
   
   
   Another commoner-turned-princess Princess Letizia is one who can make jaws drop with her amazing sense of style. Before her marriage to Felipe, Prince of Asturias, she was a journalist and had also been previously married to a school teacher for a year. She gave birth to two daughters, Infanta Leonor and Infanta Sofia in 2005 and 2007 respectively. Princess Letizia not only fulfills all her responsibilities extremely well but also makes sure she puts her most fashionable foot forward.less 

6. 6. Princess Charlene Wittstock
   
   
   Of: Monaco
   
   
   Age: 34
   
   
   She has often been called 'the reluctant princess' owing to all the reports of her trying to flee to South Africa just days before her wedding amongst many others. Charlene Wittstock became Her Serene Highness The Princess of Monaco upon her marriage to Albert II, Prince of Monaco son of Prince Rainier III and Grace Kelly. The former Olympic swimmer has now transformed into a poised royal who carries her duties with utmost dedication and responsibility.less 

7. 7. Princess Sirivannavari
   
   
   Of: Thailand
   
   
   Age: 25
   
   
   The only daughter of the Crown Prince Maha Vajralongkorn, Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana clearly has a lot of responsibilities on her petite shoulders. Princess Sirivannavari was brought back to Thailand from UK after the separation of her parents and was given the royal title upon the command of King Bhumibol Adulyadej. Currently studying fashion and textile in the Faculty of Fine and Applied Art, she got a chance to showcase her fashion designs in Paris, thanks to an invitation from French couturier Pierre Balmain.The show received rave reviews and has clearly helped her establish herself as one of the most fashionable royals of recent times.less 

8. 8. Princess Theodora
   
   
   Of: Greece and Denmark
   
   
   Age: 28
   
   
   Princess Theodora is the offspring of the former King of Greece Constantine II and Anne Marie of Denmark, and elder sister to Prince Phillipos. Though Greek monarchy has been abolished she still holds the royal title- Her Royal Highness Princess Theodora of Greece and Denmark. The princess is apparently fond of being under the spotlight as she even made her acting debut in 'The Bold and the Beautiful'. Whether or not the acting bug stays with her, the limelight definitely will.less 

9. 9. Princess Sonam Dechen Wangchuck
   
   
   Of: Bhutan
   
   
   Age: 30
   
   
   Princess Sonam Dechen Wangchuck, Bhutan's 4th King Jigme Singye Wangchuck's daughter, is a perfect blend of grace and intellect. Armed with a degree in international relations and a Masters in law from Stanford and Harvard Law School. Princess Sonam is currently the President of the Bhutan National Legal Institute under the Judiciary of the Kingdom of Bhutan. Her husband Dashu Phub W. Dorji, is equally well read and works in the Finance Ministry.less 

10. 10. Zara Phillips
    
    
    Of: Great Britain
    
    
    Age: 30

Royals

Most Beautiful Royals

Charlotte Casiraghi of Monaco

This 25-year-old beauty is the second child of  Caroline, the Princess of Hanover and late Italian industrialist, Stefano Casiraghi. She is currently fourth in line to the coveted throne of Monaco and is often seen at various official state functions. She also happens to be an established journalist, and is the founder of Ever Manifesto, a London-based magazine.

Queen Rania of Jordan

This 41-year-old queen has been a media darling for several decades now. Thanks to her good looks, natural grace and that priceless smile, Rania is adored by millions around the globe. However, she's not just riding on her charm, and has been involved in several noteworthy projects over the years, including global education.

Victoria, Crown Princess of Sweden

This pretty princess is the heiress-apparent to the Swedish throne, and is in line to become Sweden's fourth queen after Margaret, Christina and Ulrika Eleonora. Since 2010 she's been married to former gym trainer, Daniel Westling, who is one lucky guy, for more reasons than one! 

The couple even have a baby girl, Princess Estelle, who was born earlier this year.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge

She is the wife of Prince William and she happens to be one of the most recognizable royal beauties in the world today. This 30-year-old has been in the media eye since her courtship with the prince began almost a decade ago. Despite all the attention, she's always come across as a very graceful lady, and today, she perfect fits the bill of a royal.

Now, after more than a year of tying the knot, she still remains just as charming and pretty as she was when she first started making headlines.

Princess Madeleine of Sweden

This blonde beauty is the youngest child of King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia of Sweden. She is the fourth in line for the Swedish throne, but is No. 1 when it comes to good looks! This 30-year-old was supposed to get married to her fiancé back in 2010, but called off her wedding due to "many things happening in an intense period of time!"

As of now, she's single and lives in New York and works for the World Childhood Foundation, an organization she set up with her mother.

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Kate Middleton

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Royal bachelors and bachelorettes

Prince Harry

Many find the red-haired prince more attractive than his elder brother. His on-and-off relationship with Chelsy Davy has grabbed media attention now and then and also his military tenure in Afghanistan. The 26-year-old, Eton-educated Prince Harry is third in line for the throne. 

Princess Eugenie

The 20-year-old, sixth in line for the British throne, is the younger daughter of Prince Andrew and Sarah Fergusson. An undergraduate at the Newcastle University, the princess supports the Teenage Cancer Trust.

Early this year, the princess was reported to be seeing Otto Brockway, a nephew of billionaire Richard Branson. The pair has since split.

Princess Beatrice

The 22-year-old Princess Beatrice is fifth in line for the British throne and is the older of Prince Andrew's two children. Like her kid sister, the princess undertakes a lot of charity work. She studies at the University of London. Once chastised by the English tabloids for being overweight, Princess Beatrice is one of the fittest royals and completed this year's London Marathon in 5 hours and 13 minutes.

Andrea Casiraghi

The handsome son of Princess Caroline of Monaco (and grandson of the late Princess Grace of Monaco) is a graduate of the American University of Paris. The 26-year-old featured in People's list of 50 World's Most Beautiful People in 1999 and was 10th in Forbes' list of 20 Hottest Young Royals in 2008.

For the last 6 years, Andrea has been involved with the activities of the World Association of Children's Friends. He is known to be dating Tatiana Santo Domingo, a Brazilian socialite.

Zara Phillips

The 29-year-old daughter of Princess Anne and Captain Mark Phillips, Princess Zara is a highly accomplished equestrian and a former Eventing World Champion. She graduated in Physiotherapy from the University of Exeter specialising in Equine Physiotherapy.

Though equestrian remains close to her heart, the princess supports various charities. She is currently dating English rugby star Mike Tindell.

Charlotte Casiraghi

The fourth in line to the throne of Monaco, 24-year-old Charlotte Casiraghi is the younger sister of Andrea Casiraghi. A graduate from the University of Paris IV: Paris-Sorbonne, she is a champion equestrian and a journalist. The princess is the Editor-at-Large of Above magazine.

Charlotte has been in a couple of relationships in the past and has been appreciated for her great sense of fashion. She featured in Vanity Fairs's International Best Dressed List in 2006.

Pierre Casiraghi

Twenty-three-year-old Pierre is the youngest of the Casiraghi siblings and third in line for the throne of Monaco. He studied Economics at the Bocconi University in Milan.

Pierre Casiraghi is known for his lavish lifestyle and has been linked to various young women. As of now, he is into his late father's business and resides in Italy.

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum

Twenty-eight-year-old Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum is the son of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. An alumni of the prestigious Sandhurst Military Academy and the London School of Economics, the Crown Prince is a gold-medal winning equestrian at the Asiad and a poet. 

Princess Madeleine and Prince Carl Philip

Princess Madeleine, the third in line to the Swedish throne, is a keen horse-rider and has been known to support various causes. The 28-year-old princess had been engaged to get married to Jonas Bergström, a solicitor, in late 2010 but the marriage was called off when Bergström was found to be cheating on her.

Princess Madeleine's elder brother Carl Philip is second in line to the Swedish throne. The 31-year-old prince is a champion skier and car-racing enthusiast. The suave prince also dabbles in graphic design and has a degree from the Rhode Island School of Design. Prince Philip was voted 9th in Forbes magazine's list of 20 Hottest Young Royals in 2008. In the past, the prince has been in relationship with Emma Pernald, a PR executive and after that model Sofia Hellqvist.

Princess Theodora and Prince Filippos

The lovely Princess Theodara of Greece and Denmark is a graduate in Theatre Arts from Brown University. The 28-year-old England-educated daughter of King Constantine II of Greece and Anne-Marie of Denmark is currently a cinematography student at Los Angeles. She isn't in line for the Greek throne because the King's reign in Greece officially ended in 1974.

Her 24-year-old brother Prince Filippos is a graduate from Georgetown University.

Prince Guillaume

The 29-year-old crown prince of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg is the next in line to throne and is a graduate in political science from the Institut Albert-le-Grand in Angers.

Quite publicity shy, he has had one serious relationship in the past (with Pia Haraldsen from the Norwegian royal family). His low profile has always irked the paparazzi and not surprisingly earned him the sobriquet 'The Private Prince'.

Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana of Thailand

The 29-year-old Thai princess is a badminton player and a versatile designer. The only daughter of Crown Prince Maha Vajralongkorn and Mom Sujarinee Mahidol, the charming princess presented her collection at the last edition of the Paris Fashion Week. She was ranked 5th in the 2009 Forbes' List of 20 Hottest Young Royals.

King Leruo Tshekedi Molotleg

The 44-year-old is the king of South Africa's Royal Bafokeng Nation. A trained pilot, he holds a degree in Architecture from Natal University.

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