Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jewelry Gets Its "Extra Sparkle" from Gin - HarpersBAZAAR.com
- Queen Elizabeth's royal dresser has revealed some of the secrets behind the monarch's timeless look.
- The queen's stunning jewelry collection is kept "extra sparkly" thanks to a cunning mix of gin and water.
- The monarch also apparently loves a bargain when it comes to clothing.
If you've ever wondered how Queen Elizabeth's impressive tiara collection is maintained, then ponder no more.
The queen's longtime royal dresser, Angela Kelly, has written a book all about how she styles the monarch, and that includes keeping her diamonds and tiaras sparkly. The Daily Mail's royal correspondent, Rebecca English, discusses The Other Side of the Coin: The Queen, the Dresser and the Wardrobe, a unique, behind-the-scenes look at what goes into styling the queen, which is currently being serialized in Hello! magazine.
Per English, Kelly recommends, "Gin and water are handy for giving the royal diamonds a little extra sparkle." We probably should have guessed that a classic tipple would be instrumental in giving the queen's diamonds their magical shine. Kelly also suggests a touch of washing-up liquid, if needed.
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Further, Kelly reveals that the queen is a fan of "bargain bucket" material and loves nothing more than knowing she got a good deal on a piece of clothing.
According to the dresser, the queen is a natural when it comes to photo shoots. "Her Majesty took her position in front of the lens and started striking a series of poses, slipping her hands in and out of her pockets and placing them on to her hips, mimicking the stance of a professional model. I stood in disbelief, the queen was a natural."
