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The Royal Display; Kate's Dress Goes On Display

If you watched the royal wedding in the comfort of your home like I did, you might have missed out on some of the amazing details that went into the creation of such a beautiful day in history.  Now you can visit an exhibit at Buckingham Palace that has been centered around the royal wedding artifacts.

There aren’t many wedding dresses that I would pay to visit but when I heard Kate Middleton’s dress was on display, I was immediately intrigued.  Her dress was designed by Sara Burton for Alexander McQueen and although any television viewer could tell it was beautiful; in person it is even more magnificent. What you will see in person is the beautiful craftsmanship that went into the dress and the details that are sewn onto the dress like lace flowers, gazar buttons that cascade from the collar to the waist of the gown and the clever paneling on the back of the ball-gown so the dress would stay in place as Kate walked down the aisle.

Kate’s attire definitely stole the show and in addition to her dress is her “something borrowed,” a 1936 Cartier tiara that was given on loan to Kate by the Queen and contains 1,000 sparkling diamonds.  Her shoes, which were also hand-stitched with lace and designed by Sara Burton of Alexander McQueen, are a size 7.5. Her diamond earrings are available for viewing, given to Kate by her parents; they hold little acorns that are meant to show the Middleton family’s new “coat of arms.”

As if the dress and tiara weren’t enough, a silk replica of Kate’s bouquet has been recreated which includes the same flowers; sweet William, myrtle, lily of the valley, and hyacinth.  Her wedding cake has been preserved, with the top three layers being replicas because two layers are saved for the couples first child’s christening.  The bottom tier of the cake still has the first cut which was marked by the couple using a ceremonial sword.

The exhibit opened last Friday with the Queen and Kate in attendance and a reported 107 percent surge in tour sales.  The celebration of the royal wedding can now continue while spectators view a day that has literally been frozen in time.

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Flip-flops are great around-the-house and makes for easy beach wear.. Women love shoes and appreciate a man who does too.. For men, a worn pair of loafers could top the list or the most comfortable pair of hiking boots..

Myth: Only wear pleated pants to dress events.. Although it is a safe bet, socks do not need to match your shoes. Instead, think of your socks as you would a tie - an item that can bring bring the whole outfit together.. Treat socks like ties - they should complement your outfit, not match it..

Although it is a safe bet, socks do not need to match your shoes. Good leather in men's brand shoes should feel rich and supple, with a fine grain texture.. Take a cue from your shirt..

Different brands tend to make shoes for different foot widths.. Sports-specific shoes are fantastic for training or competing in, but do not translate as well into day to day life.. Wear your belt to match your trousers, not your top..

Pinstripe suits and trousers will be flattering.. Shoes will accentuate your outfit if you make the right choice..

Quality is important in choosing a shoe.. Burgundy, ox-blood, honey, or cognac colored shoes are a good choice for semi-casual events.. Pair belts with your shoes to finish the look.. Skechers shoes have evolved from utility work boots in 1992 to a full line of fashion footwear including sneakers, sandals, casual, and dress shoes..

Not all shoe brands are budget friendly.. Shoes provide comfort, style and beauty.. Casual shoes are comfortable, but are sleeker and more professional than sneakers..

Light green, kaki, and light brown are all commonly worn but can be difficult to build an outfit around. The most important feature to look for that supersedes all other features is comfort..

You have to make sure that your designer athletic shoes support your feet by being made of high quality materials, and you have to make sure that they fit your feet correctly.. There are various types of shoes accessories like Shoehorn, Overshoes, Shoe bag and Shoelaces. Remove shoe odor by dampening a piece of paper towel with water, baking soda and vinegar and gently dabbing the paper inside of the shoes..

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