Princess Beatrice’s Birthday Bash
The Yorks at Bea’s birthday bash.
It was probably the social engagement of the year so far: Princess Beatrice’s 18th birthday party at Windsor Castle hosted by her parents, the Duke and Duchess of York.
A lot of guests dropped out at the last minute, however, including the Queen and Prince Philip, the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall, and Princes William and Harry, who were on duty with the Army.
The Queen’s omission was surprising since she invited the £400,000 party to be held at her principal home, Windsor Castle. A senior royal source said: “The Queen has had a re-think. She doesn’t think it right for a couple of old fogies to be at a party with loads of teenagers. She thinks she’s too old to boogie the night away.”
However, Princess Beatrice chose to celebrate her 18th birthday in style, with guests wearing a variety of period costumes to tie in with the theme of the evening — 1888. The popular Bea, her sister Princess Eugenie, 16, and their parents the Duke and Duchess of York all joined in the event, with Beatrice wearing a blue and gold gown by British couture label Marchesa (pictured).
I’ve no doubt a good time was had by all.
Beatrice’s dress is so beautiful…
By Lucy on July 16th, 2006 at 1:38 pm
first picture I have found – are there links to others?
By Heidi on July 16th, 2006 at 4:22 pm
I know??? Where can I get a full picture of the dress? I have aa fabric taht looks like that I might be able to get that dress made, no? LOL
By Ziny on July 16th, 2006 at 5:37 pm
There will be Heidi in a day or two. I’ll keep a lookout.
By John on July 16th, 2006 at 11:09 pm
What a lovely family photo. I hope a good time was had by all!!
By Trudie on July 17th, 2006 at 2:12 am
Why does Eugenie never smile? She almost always looks sullen.
By Positive on July 19th, 2006 at 3:05 am
Eugenie is shy…that is why Positive.
By Lucy on July 22nd, 2006 at 12:01 pm
Im so jealous of her and her dress is so beautiful but the country i live in their is no such thing as royal people. Beatrice is so lucky!!!
And preety!!!:) lol
By Maria on October 29th, 2007 at 10:22 pm