Royal Baby Fever...

I don't know about you, but I am suffering from Royal baby fever, and I'm waiting in anticipation to hear the news that Kate Middleton, wife of Prince William and future Queen of England, has finally given birth to a Prince or Princess.

My excitement at the impending birth is somewhat odd, as those who know me can attest to, I have never been an avid royalist.  When I lived in London for the first 33 years of my life, I didn't take much of an interest in the Royal family, and in fact, I can honestly say that I viewed them with a level of disdain.  The only Royal member that I had a fondness for was the late Princess Diana, and I remember vividly watching her wedding to Prince Charles in 1981 and getting caught up in the excitement and street parties that were occurring throughout London.  I also remember with great clarity the sadness I felt in 1997 when she died unexpectedly and prematurely, and watching the funeral with a heavy heart.

But since coming to live in the United States just over 15 years ago, I seem to have become more interested in the lives and ups & downs of the Royal Family.  Why is this, I've often wondered?  Perhaps it's because I'm living away from home now and it makes me feel more connected in some small way?  Maybe it's because the Royal family have changed somewhat from the day's when I was growing up, and seem more modernized and 'real'?  Whatever the reason, I watched the wedding of Katherine & William like a real patriot, and I have been following Kate throughout her pregnancy, and now that the birth is due any day now, I find myself feeling excited and happy for them.  Will it be a boy or a girl?  What will they name the baby?  I have been participating in all these conversations, much to my dismay!  This is just not like me!

But I think I've finally figured out the answer as to why I've been caught up in all the hoopla surrounding this impending birth.  It's because we are surrounded by so much bad news and suffering in the world recently, that to have this one happy event to look forward, it will take the focus of all the negative things happening, even if just for a brief time.  When I think of all the things in the news that I watch every day...from  wars and economic crises, to murder trials and protests, I think we need a happy event, and what more than the birth of a baby to bring joy to people?  Maybe I'm becoming a sap in my mid-life, but it feels right to be happy for this couple who seem genuinely in love and happy, and whom I think will make amazing parents.

So whatever Kate has, boy or girl, whatever they call the baby, I will be toasting the arrival of a new life, and wishing them well.

Kate's pregnancy fashions were (like her), classy & elegant.  She was glowing and radiant, and has never looked more happy.  So take a look at some of Kate's pregnancy fashions, and raise a glass when the little one arrives....

Glastonbury Fashions...

After taking a break last year for the Summer Olympics, Glastonbury was back in full force this year with an array of celebs hitting the festival grounds.  The massive music event featured big-name performers like The Rolling Stones, and the over-the-top nature of performers' on-stage get-ups was matched by the ensembles of all the festival-goers.  Wellies are a  must-have due to the often sloppy conditions on Worthy Farm, but the weather was surprisingly more cooperative this year, even offering the occasional burst of sun!  Here are some of the style highlights from the weekend's festivities, where for the celebs, it's a place to be seen!


Solange Knowles covered up backstage in a slick yellow jacket on the festival's inaugural day.  The practical statement piece was layered over a white T-shirt as well as patterned overalls and capped off with a pair of yellow ankle strap shoes.




Sienna Miller's elaborate jacket exuded a sort of vintage bohemian vibe.  A floppy hat and brown boots wrapped up her unique look.





Pixie Geldof and Alexa Chung....Pixie opted for a rather laid-back look consisting of a plain white tee, camouflage cut-offs and black boots.  Alexa went a more playful route in a black dress with lace Peter Pan collar.




Florence Welch wore a floral-printed short sleeve Dolce & Gabbana shift dress.  Tan boots and a brown bag served as accessories.




Poppy Delevinge wore a fringed black top with a colorful print, a light green jacket, black shorts, a Kate Spade bag and fabric boots.




Katherine Jenkins floral-printed blue shirt was combined with a brown belt, denim shorts and remarkably clean wellies!  She accessorized with a floral headband and a neutral--colored crossbody bag.





Rita Ora wore a lilac knitted crop top and skirt styled with a matching hoodie.  Reptile-printed combat boots rounded out the singer's look.




Caroline Flack kept the same hat from the previous day and really played up that leopard accent by adding in a long leopard-print jacket.  She finished off the wild look with a white button-up eyelet blouse, black shorts and black boots.





Suki Waterhouse wore a tri-color dress with a slightly flared skirt.  She concluded the look with a black leather jacket, black socks and color-accented embellished sneakers.