The narrative showcases the resilience of the human spirit through Angela's life story, filled with themes of love and triumph. Her captivating storytelling transforms adversity into wisdom, inviting readers to experience a journey of empowerment. This powerful testament highlights the strength within each individual, leaving readers inspired and uplifted by her experiences and insights.
When The Queen appears in public, she is naturally the centre of attention. What lies behind her unfailing sense of style? Here are first-hand accounts of those directly responsible for The Queen's wardrobe. Learn the process of creating the wardrobe for The Queen's Diamond Jubilee, and the many months spent in planning and working to deliver this special, historical year.
In The Other Side of the Coin, The Queen has personally given Angela her blessing to share their extraordinary bond with the world. Whether it's preparing for a formal occasion or brightening Her Majesty's day with a playful joke, Angela's priority is to serve and support. Sharing never-before-seen photographs - many from Angela's own private collection - and charming anecdotes of their time spent together, this revealing book provides memorable insights into what it's like to work closely with The Queen, to curate her wardrobe and to discover a true and lasting connection along the way.
When Angela Kelly and The Queen are together, laughter echoes through the corridors of Buckingham Palace. Angela has worked with The Queen and walked the corridors of the Royal Household for twenty-eight years, initially as Her Majesty's Senior Dresser and then latterly as Her Majesty's Personal Advisor, Curator, Wardrobe and In-house Designer. As the first person in history to hold this title, she shares a uniquely close working relationship with The Queen. Her Majesty has personally given Angela her blessing to share their extraordinary bond with the world. Whether it's preparing for a formal occasion or brightening Her Majesty's day with a playful joke, Angela's priority is to serve and support. Sharing never-before-seen photographs - many from Angela's own private collection - and charming anecdotes of their time spent together, this revealing book provides memorable insights into what it's like to work closely with The Queen, to curate her wardrobe and to discover a true and lasting connection along the way. This special edition of The Other Side of the Coin has been revised and updated to mark The Queen's Platinum Jubilee, containing previously unseen chapters covering the Royal Household's isolation during the pandemic, Angela's own devotion to service to keep the monarch safe, and the light and laughter that was shared behind closed doors, even in the darkest moments
Die persönliche Hofschneiderin Angela Kelly gewährt in diesem prächtig illustrierten Werk einen Einblick in die Garderobe von Queen Elizabeth II. Sie beschreibt, wie ihr Team und sie vom ersten Entwurf bis zum fertigen Modell arbeiten. Bei öffentlichen Auftritten der Königin steht sie im Mittelpunkt – oft sofort erkennbar, selbst in großen Menschenmengen. Fragen zu den Farben und Schnitten ihrer Kleider, die den Anlass oder das besuchte Land widerspiegeln, werden beantwortet. Auch die Auswahl des Schmucks, die Herstellung der Hüte und die Aufbewahrung der Juwelen und Accessoires werden thematisiert. Angela Kelly, persönliche Assistentin und Beraterin der Königin, teilt ihre Einblicke in die Stoffwahl, die Entscheidung für kräftige oder pastellige Farben und die Planung der Ensembles. Leser erhalten einen seltenen Blick in die königlichen Ateliers des Buckingham-Palasts und verstehen besser, warum die Königin als Stilikone gilt. Jedes Ensemble strahlt höchste Eleganz aus, wobei die Perfektion bis ins kleinste Detail sichtbar wird. Vom ersten Modell über Hüte, Schmuck und Schuhe bis hin zu Schirm, Schal und Taschentuch – alles ist das Ergebnis sorgfältiger Planung. Das Buch enthält über 250, teilweise unveröffentlichte Bilder.