Whether or not you watched Sex and The City: The Movie, you’ve probably seen the now famous blue Manolo Blahnik satin pumps Carrie wears to marry her long-time love, Big. The proper title for the shoe is the Hangisi, but over the past few years, it has been appropriately dubbed the “Something Blue” pump, for […]
#HostessWithTheMostest Asian Inspired Powerhouse Plate
It’s difficult to create a dish that is quick, simple and nutritionally beneficial. What’s even more difficult is to create a healthy dish that’s actually delicious. Princess Warrior and Queen Regnant decided to collaborate on a series of culinary posts that focuses on food, decor and drinks that ensures that you would be the hostess […]
The Queen Regnant VDJ2017 Diary
VDJ2017- Another year, another Vodacom Durban July done! My diary started quite early at the Hilton Durban this year- getting my hair and makeup done for VDJ2017 was a top priority. My dress was customised according to a Berta bridal creation that featured a cape, which seemed fitting to the #ColourOfMagic theme this year. I […]
The Art And Speed Of Growing Hair
I had the worst luck with my hair over the last 8-10 years. My hair didn’t grow past a certain length for various reasons; poor diet which led to health issues that I tried to disguise with heat and peroxide (remember my Rita Ora/ Shakira platinum blonde phase?). In late 2015, I decided to go […]
Beauty And It’s Beasts- Has The Female Stereotype Changed?
What’s in a stereotype,it’s a label to enhance or reduce an ego, and rarely one’s choice. Some stereotypes are flattering but more often used to insult or belittle. Defined as: a fixed, exaggerated and preconceived description about a certain type of person, group or society, it’s a notion based on prejudice rather than fact which […]
Oscars 2017: Why Stars Wore Blue Ribbons On The Red Carpet
I am so proud of how Queen Regnant has evolved. As much as the red carpet is so glamorous, the world is plagued with serious issues that require a platform, such as the Academy Awards red carpet, to be highlighted. This year, the accessory of the night at the Oscars was not a shiny designer […]
Contouring For Cheapskates
Contouring has been a huge trend for the last several years, thanks to the Kardashians and the emergence of the beauty blogger but in actual fact, its a technique that has been used by makeup artists for the longest time. In theory, anywhere you apply a lighter, brighter product will stand out and appear more […]
Celeb Look Of The Week: Kate Middleton
Who cares what Katherine was wearing, what truly caught the media’s attention was that tiara. Yes. the very same one that gave Princess Diana massive headaches, the legendary Lover’s knot tiara that has been passed on from generation to generation, landing beautifully on the Duchess of Cámbridge’s perfectly shaped head. What did Kate wear to […]
Steal Her Style: Audrey Hepburn
The term “style icon” is synonymous to her name. Audrey Hepburn is and will always be a style icon for many reasons, namely her love affair with Givenchy and her sprinkles of Louis Vuitton and Ferragamo. Audrey’s style stands out because of her simple pieces that were well tailored. Tailored Clothes Well fitted clothes elongate […]
How To Break In Tight Heels
I have wide feet, but when I see a pair of heels that I want, my wide feet is the last thing on my mind! I’m sure we’ve all been in that situation: you try on the perfect pair of heels and it looks stunning and when you walk a few metres in them, you […]