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5 Things I Learned from the Royal Visit

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Living in NYC, I’m used to seeing celebrities about town. I walk by them all the time and like a true New Yorker, I don’t even bat an eye. However, if I’d seen Kate Middleton during her epic Royal Visit to New York, I would have immediately been transformed into a 13-year-old fangirl.  Luckily, I just admired her outfits from a far and learned five important life lessons from her visit to the Big Apple.

1. It’s okay to roll your eyes at ignorant people

I was personally embarrassed as a New Yorker when a woman barked “keep wrapping” at Kate while she was wrapping gifts at a children’s charity event in Harlem. Whoever said that learned the hard way that when Kate Middleton rolls her eyes, it goes viral.

2. If you want to see Beyonce, go to a Nets game

Even if you’ve been living under a rock, chances are you still heard all about the royals meeting Jay-Z and Beyonce at Barclays Center. To tell you the truth, I wasn’t sure the universe could handle these two amazingly perfect women in the same room. I feared a global apocalypse that would change the world as we know it. Instead, it only proved to me even more that New York is the best city in the world.

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3. Wear classy coats

Kate was seen all around New York wearing the classiest coats. Not only were they perfect for the inclement weather, they also made the outfit. I love seeing coats that could be outfits in themselves and it seems like the Duchess of Cambridge is truly a coat connoisseur.

4. Don’t touch royalty

LeBron James caused quite a stir in the British press when he put his arm around Kate Middleton at the Nets game. However, a spokesperson for Buckingham Palace came out saying that LeBron was not in violation of royal protocol. In fact, there is no such thing as royal protocol and the royals want people to feel as comfortable as possible while meeting them. But, just to be safe, don’t give Kate a hug when you first meet her. Just shake her hand.

5. Blowouts are best

Kate’s hair stayed perfect for the entire visit thanks to her effortless blowouts. These styles were perfect for the rainy and windy weather we had all week. Should one meet with an unfriendly gust of wind, your blowout will still look effortlessly beautiful.

I hope Kate comes back for New York Fashion Week!

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A Royal Baby Welcome!

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The Royal Baby Watch has ended! Though we still haven’t heard the official name of Baby Boy Windsor, it’s time everyone’s favorite royal couple had a moment of rest. Having blogged about the Royal Wedding more than two years ago, I’m so happy to see that the happy couple has given birth to a healthy baby boy who has absolutely no idea what’s in store for him. Since I’m sending my heartfelt congratulations to the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge from New York, I’ll be celebrating this momentous occasion the NYC way by shopping for a commemorative accessory to add to my wardrobe.

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1. Alexander McQueen God Save McQueen Pashmina  2. Union Jack Pattern Suitcase Box with Wheels  3. Gold and Diamond Crown Ring  4. Union Jack Teapot Keyring  5. Union Jack Motif Rainboots with Buckle Detail (Perfect for your next trip to rainy London)

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Kate Middleton in French Connection

Though I admit that I wasn’t crazy about Kate Middleton’s official portrait (I don’t think it did her justice), that doesn’t make her amazing style any less fabulous.  What makes her style legendary is that it’s simple and attainable even to those of us who aren’t exactly royalty.  So I was super excited when it was confirmed that the Duchess of Cambridge dawned the Sub Silky Tie Top by French Connection for her official royal portrait.  For the everyday girl, this is the perfect top for the office or other business casual occasion.

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A Sold Out Look: Kate Middleton in Stella McCartney

About a week ago, the Duchess of Cambridge gave a nod to the 1960s in this Cobalt Blue Crepe Dress by Stella McCartney that is sadly, but not surprisingly SOLD OUT.  Stella McCartney also designed England’s Olympic Uniforms so it’s no wonder this patriotic princess chose wear something by the designer to the National Portrait Gallery celebrating 30+ newly commissioned photographic portraits of athletes and key Olympic figures.  Like everyone else, I just can’t get enough of her elegant, yet attainable style that I like to call “Basic Glam.”  I would totally wear this to work or to one of my nonexistent public appearances.  Why isn’t any retailer ever ready for The Kate Effect?