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Monday, 17 June 2013

here's nothing she won't do for an all over tan! Kelly Brook goes topless as she soaks up the sun in Mexico

Posted on 07:20 by tripal h

She's got one of the most envied bodies in the celebrity world.

So it's no wonder Kelly Brook isn't shy when it comes to showing off her feminine figure.

In a bid to get an all-over tan while on holiday in Tulum, Mexico on Sunday, Kelly went topless as she soaked up the sunshine.

There's nothing she won't do for an all-over tan! Kelly Brook went topless as she soaked up the sunshine in Mexico over the weekend

There's nothing she won't do for an all-over tan! Kelly Brook went topless as she soaked up the sunshine in Mexico over the weekend

 
 

Shedding the clothes: Kelly later took off the top and displayed her world-famous curves

Sexy in stripes: Kelly had earlier showed off her slim figure in the patterned two-piece

Sexy in stripes: Kelly had earlier showed off her slim figure in the patterned two-piece

The 33-year-old model had no qualms about who saw as she shed her bikini top, displaying her famous curves in the process.

The Kent-born beauty wore her brunette hair tied up on top of her head as she went make-up free for the outing.

But while she appeared to have used a scrunchie to secure her hair, Kelly later tweeted that she was mortified to have used her knickers as a hair tie.

She wrote: 'I'm more mortified to be pictured with my knickers as a hair scrunchie than topless #class lol.'

Girl time: Kelly was joined on the holiday by her TV producer pal Sally Griffiths

Girl time: Kelly was joined on the holiday by her TV producer pal Sally Griffiths

 
 
 

Curvy and proud: Kelly smiled widely as she strolled along the sands

One you designed earlier? Kelly's swimwear ranges for New Look have been a huge success

One you designed earlier? Kelly's swimwear ranges for New Look have been a huge success

 
 

Pretty patterns: Kelly's two-piece featured black, cream, red and gold detailing

As she arrived on the beach earlier in the day, Kelly was seen displaying her figure in a tiny triangle bikini, before she decided to remove the top and just wear the bottoms to ensure an even bronze.

With her head back and her face turned up to the sun, Kelly looked relaxed and carefree as she made the most of the break.

Clearly determined to return to the UK with a golden tan, Kelly laid on her back before turning onto her front as she caught some rays.

As the heat got a bit too much to handle, Kelly alternated her sunbathing with dips in the cool sea, still lacking her bikini top as she splashed in the surf.

Stripping off: Kelly was then seen removing her bikini top to later head back into the ocean

Stripping off: Kelly was then seen removing her bikini top to later head back into the ocean

 
 

So NOW you're shy?! Kelly covered up her cleavage with her hands at one point

Quick dip: Kelly alternated her sunbathing with a dip in the cool water

Quick dip: Kelly alternated her sunbathing with a dip in the cool water

 
 

Splashing around: Kelly didn't appear to care who saw her as she went topless in the sea

Loving every second: Kelly kept her hands in the water for as long as possible as she headed back to the beach

Loving every second: Kelly kept her hands in the water for as long as possible as she headed back to the beach

There was no sign of Kelly's boyfriend Danny Cipriani on the break, as he has remained in the UK while she holidays with a female friend.

Earlier, Kelly had posted some pictures of the holiday on her Twitter page, showing off her figure in a bright blue bikini as she relaxed in 'healing' waters near ancient Mayan ruins.

One holiday picture shows her gently rubbing her eyes while she stands in a glorious pool of water after having a leisurely dip.

 
 
 

Fun in the sun: Kelly's bikini choice perfectly highlighted her hourglass figure

Sitting pretty: Kelly looks out to the sea as she enjoyed the break with a female friend

Sitting pretty: Kelly looks out to the sea as she enjoyed the break with a female friend

 
 

Soaking up the sunshine: Kelly titled her head towards the sun as she enjoyed the break

Kelly Brook does some topless sun bathing in Cancun, Mexico.

Kelly Brook does some topless sun bathing in Cancun, Mexico.

Kicking back: Kelly enjoyed a juice and read her phone as she relaxed on a sunlounger

Kicking back: Kelly enjoyed a juice and read her phone as she relaxed on a sunlounger

While Kelly is famous around the world for her enviable figure, she admitted in a recent interview that she doesn't worry too much about what she eats - letting herself have treats every now and then.

She explained: 'If you're doing a diet for six weeks, there's no point -- you'll be back where you started soon after you stop. I could never cut out a food group like dairy, it's not sustainable.

'And I don't calorie count. You need a healthy relationship with your whole lifestyle. That means working out how much exercise is realistic for you, cooking healthy meals and being sensible.'

Relaxing time: Kelly looked chilled out and carefree as she enjoyed the warm weather

Relaxing time: Kelly looked chilled out and carefree as she enjoyed the warm weather

 
 
 

Stretching out: Kelly closed her eyes as she appeared to be doing some stretching while sitting on the sand

Even bronze: Kelly later turned onto her front to tan her back properly

Even bronze: Kelly later turned onto her front to tan her back properly

Kelly has said before of her diet: 'I have porridge or boiled eggs for breakfast. I love tea and coffee and could drink them all day and snack on biscuits, but I eat fruit if I’m trying to be healthy.

'I also eat a lot of fish, for lunch and dinner. I love sushi or I’ll have a tuna Niçoise salad or salmon steak. I like to make lots of healthy soups in winter, too.’

All this sunbathing is hard work! Kelly later kept her top off as she enjoyed a quick nap in a hammock

All this sunbathing is hard work! Kelly later kept her top off as she enjoyed a quick nap in a hammock

Careful! Kelly grabs the sides of the hammock as she prepares to hoist herself out

Careful! Kelly grabs the sides of the hammock as she prepares to hoist herself out

Not the most graceful! Kelly grins as she attempts to get out of the hammock as elegantly as possible

Not the most graceful! Kelly grins as she attempts to get out of the hammock as elegantly as possible

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Forget the beauty queens, look at me! Christina Milian takes the plunge in a very low-cut black gown as she judges Miss USA Pageant

Posted on 06:30 by tripal h

Christina Milian is on the judges panel, not the contest.

That small fact didn't seem to faze the sexy singer as she strolled down the red carpet at the Miss USA contest in Las Vegas on Sunday.

Christina managed to squeeze her shapely figure into a tight black gown that featured a cleavage so low it probably scorched the Earth.

Look out ladies: Christina Milian wowed the crowd at the Miss USA contest in Las Vegas in this low-cut number

Look out ladies: Christina Milian wowed the crowd at the Miss USA contest in Las Vegas in this low-cut number

The Dip It Low singer lived up to that song's title as she paraded her figure this way and that, smiling at every turn of that trumpet skirt.

The ladies competing for the crown that night must have been sweating bullets over the pretty picture Christina made.

Christina, 31, who earns a portion of her living as social media correspondent on NBC's The Voice, made her waist more waspish with the help of a wide black belt.

Judging Christina: The singer is one of the pagaent's judges, but she won the competition in that dress

Judging Christina: The singer is one of the pagaent's judges, but she won the competition in that dress

Strike a pose: Christina made sure to show off all her best angles as she posed on the red carpet
Strike a pose: Christina made sure to show off all her best angles as she posed on the red carpet

Strike a pose: Christina made sure to show off all her best angles as she posed on the red carpet

It's a cinch! Christina's tiny middle was further accentuated with a belt

It's a cinch! Christina's tiny middle was further accentuated with a belt

She wore her magenta-tinted hair long and pushed over one shoulder and carried a long black handbag.

Meanwhile Fashion Police co-host Giuliana Rancic, who is also co-hosting the pageant, was gorgeous in her sapphire-blue strapless gown that also included a trailing skirt.

The Jonas Brothers walked the red carpet all together - Joe, Kevin and Nick.

Blue fire: Giuliana Rancic, who is co-hosting the Miss USA pagaent, was a vision in her sapphire-blue strapless gown with trailing train

Blue fire: Giuliana Rancic, who is co-hosting the Miss USA pagaent, was a vision in her sapphire-blue strapless gown with trailing train

Detail oriented: The TV personality's gown featured an intricate network of scalloped edges and frills

Detail oriented: The TV personality's gown featured an intricate network of scalloped edges and frills

Symmetrical wonder: Katherine Webb charmed in this red dress with exotic black design

Symmetrical wonder: Katherine Webb charmed in this red dress with exotic black design

Athletic beauty: The former beauty queen knew how to attract attention too at the Miss USA show
Athletic beauty: The former beauty queen knew how to attract attention too at the Miss USA show

Athletic beauty: The former beauty queen knew how to attract attention too at the Miss USA show

Peach puff: Fashion designer and pageant judge Betsey Johnson was her unique self in a flowing peach chiffon dress and ornamental heels

Peach puff: Fashion designer and pageant judge Betsey Johnson was her unique self in a flowing peach chiffon dress and ornamental heels

Of course Joe's recently buzzed 'do still managed to draw more attention than his all-white ensemble.

His brothers chose to play it safer and wear dark suits to the eagerly anticipated annual event.

Donald Trump, who is president of the Miss Universe Organization, arrived with the lovely Miss USA 2012 Nana Meriwether on his arm.

Arm candy: Donald Trump, president of Miss Universe Organization, brought along Miss USA 2012 Nana Meriwether who looked divine in red

Arm candy: Donald Trump, president of Miss Universe Organization, brought along Miss USA 2012 Nana Meriwether who looked divine in red

Where the boys are: The Jonas Brothers' Nick, Joe and Kevin arrived on time to the annual beauty contest and with big smiles on their faces

Where the boys are: The Jonas Brothers' Nick, Joe and Kevin arrived on time to the annual beauty contest and with big smiles on their faces

Still buzzing: Joe's recently shaved head looked like it needed a touch up following his dramatic on-camera haircut last week

Still buzzing: Joe's recently shaved head looked like it needed a touch up following his dramatic on-camera haircut last week

Nana looked riveting in a clingy red number with long sleeves and sequins adoring the crew neckline.

Fashion designer looked like a peach puff in her flowy chiffon frock.

DJ Paul 'Pauly D' DelVecchio wore an ear-to-ear smile as he joined the festivity.

So enthusiastic: TV personality DJ Paul 'Pauly D' DelVecchio clapped his hands as he arrived to the event

So enthusiastic: TV personality DJ Paul 'Pauly D' DelVecchio clapped his hands as he arrived to the event


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Sunday, 16 June 2013

Oh baby, what a majestic send-off! Kate steals the show at Trooping the Colour ceremony with a dazzling last appearance before leaving the limelight

Posted on 18:13 by tripal h

 

  • The Duchess of Cambridge travelled to the pageant in a carriage with the Duchess of Cornwall and Prince Harry
  • Trio smiled and waved at the crowds lining the route as the carriage drove to the televised military spectacle
  • Royal family gathered on balcony on Buckingham Palace to watch spectacular RAF fly-past
  • After ceremony Queen paid a 'private and quiet' visit to her husband Prince Philip, who is recovering from surgery

In many ways it was a very familiar Royal balcony tableau. 

Prince William and Kate giggled and flirted. The Queen, striking in blue, acknowledged the spectacular fly-past with a beatific smile. 

There was some good-natured tomfoolery from Prince Harry, who made his sister-in-law laugh with a tickling gesture. And there was even a mildly recalcitrant child, Prince Edward’s five-year-old son James, Viscount Severn, who couldn’t resist making faces.

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Patriotic: The Red Arrows trial red, white and blue smoke as they fly over Buckingham Palace, seen from the rear

Patriotic: The Red Arrows trial red, white and blue smoke as they fly over Buckingham Palace, seen from the rear

The queen was surrounded by members of her family, who watched a Royal Air Force fly pass by on the balcony of Buckingham Palace

The queen was surrounded by members of her family, who watched a Royal Air Force fly pass by on the balcony of Buckingham Palace

The Joker: Harry makes Camilla and Kate chuckle during the celebrations

The Joker: Always eager to please, Harry makes Camilla and Kate chuckle during the celebrations

Eyes up: Edward's children Louise and James strain for a closer look at the fly-past

Eyes up: Edward's children Louise and James strain for a closer look at the fly-past

Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie were dressed in smart outfits and dainty hats as they attended their grandmother's official birthday celebrations

Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie were dressed in smart outfits and dainty hats as they attended their grandmother's official birthday celebrations. Princess Eugenie's elaborate headwear was designed by Sarah Cant

 Prince Harry, the Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William share a joke as they gathered with other members to celebrate the grand ceremony

Prince Harry, the Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William share a joke as they gathered with other members to celebrate the grand ceremony

Prince William, pictured leaving Buckingham Palace on horseback, was one of many of the Queen's relatives who took part in the traditional celebration
Prince William, pictured leaving Buckingham Palace on horseback, as one of many of the Queen's relatives who took part in the traditional celebration

Prince William, pictured leaving Buckingham Palace on horseback, was one of many of the Queen's relatives who took part in the traditional celebration

The Duchess looked radiant in her Alexander McQueen outfit
The Duchess of Cambridge attends Trooping the Colour

The Duchess looked radiant in her Alexander McQueen outfit, jaunty hat and pearl earrings. This is her last official public engagement before she gives birth

After the ceremony, the Queen visited her husband Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, who is recovering after undergoing a planned operation to cure abdominal pains

After the ceremony, the Queen visited her husband Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, who is recovering after undergoing a planned operation to cure abdominal pains

Queen Elizabeth II paid her husband an unaccompanied visit, who is said to be recovering and will stay another week in a London clinic
Queen Elizabeth II paid her husband an unaccompanied visit, who is said to be recovering and will stay another week in a London clinic

Queen Elizabeth II paid her husband an unaccompanied visit, who is said to be recovering and will stay another week in a London clinic

But the glaring omission from yesterday’s line-up at the Queen’s official birthday celebrations was, of course, the Duke of Edinburgh, who is still recovering from abdominal surgery. Without his bolstering presence, the scene appeared incomplete.

No sooner had she dispensed her final wave, though, than Her Majesty was off to visit her husband in hospital. 

But if the day belonged to the 87-year-old Monarch, all eyes were on the eight-months-pregnant Duchess of Cambridge, making her last public appearance before the birth of her first child.

Before the balcony appearance, Kate watched proudly as her husband took part in the traditional Trooping the Colour on horseback as Colonel of the Irish Guards. 

Prince Harry, The Duchess of Cornwall and The Duchess of Cambridge are all smiles as they attend the Trooping the Colour in London today

Prince Harry, The Duchess of Cornwall and The Duchess of Cambridge are all smiles as they attend the Trooping the Colour in London

Camilla and Kate looked like they were enjoying themselves as they waved at the crowds lining the route as their carriage drove to the military spectacle

Camilla and Kate looked like they were enjoying themselves as they waved at the crowds lining the route as their carriage drove to the military spectacle

All wrapped up: Camilla the Duchess of Cornwall and Catherine the Duchess of Cambridge made sure they had a blanket to cover their knees in case the weather turned chilly
All wrapped up: Camilla the Duchess of Cornwall and Catherine the Duchess of Cambridge made sure they had a blanket to cover their knees in case the weather turned chilly

All wrapped up: Camilla and Catherine sat side by side and made sure they had a blanket to cover their knees in case the weather turned cold

The Royal family were driven in a horse and carriage as they rode through the tree-lined Mall, as soldiers marched in a precise formation to celebrate the monarch's official birthday

The Royal family were driven in a horse and carriage as they rode through the tree-lined Mall, as soldiers marched in a precise formation to celebrate the monarch's official birthday

Wearing a pale pink Alexander McQueen coat with pearl buttons and matching hat, she had travelled to the pageant in a carriage with the Duchess of Cornwall and Harry, smiling and waving at the crowds lining the route. 

Other senior Royals also arrived in carriages before the Queen made her entrance, travelling with her cousin, the Duke of Kent, in a glass coach for the short journey from Buckingham Palace to Horse Guards Parade.

The Queen, dressed in a royal blue Angela Kelly coat and hat with a matching lace dress, took the salute as her family – including the Duke of York and his daughters Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie, and the Earl and Countess of Wessex with their daughter Lady Louise Mountbatten-Windsor – looked on.

After the parade ended, the Queen was cheered as she was driven back to Buckingham Palace, and the King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery fired a 41-gun salute in Green Park.

It is thought to be only the third time that Philip has missed the event after not attending in 1962 and 1968 when he was away on royal tours.

She first took the royal salute in 1951 - when she deputised for her sick father, George VI - and has continued receiving the mark of respect every year except 1955 when there was a national rail strike.

Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, Princess Anne, Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Andrew Prince Harry, Catherine and Prince William all stand on the balcony at Buckingham Palace to greet the crowds

Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, Princess Anne, Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Andrew Prince Harry, Catherine and Prince William all stand on the balcony at Buckingham Palace to greet the crowds

What's Harry done now? Camilla and Kate giggle apparently at something Prince Harry has said - but the rest of the Royal family look the picture of serious

What's Harry done now? Camilla and Kate giggle apparently at something Prince Harry has said - but the rest of the Royal family look the picture of serious

Enjoying herself! The Queen is all smiles as she joins Prince Charles, and Prince Andrew ahead of the fly-past on the balcony at Buckingham Palace

Enjoying herself! The Queen is all smiles as she joins Prince Charles, and Prince Andrew ahead of the fly-past on the balcony at Buckingham Palace

 

Other royals watching included the Duke of York and his daughters Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie, and the Earl and Countess of Wessex with their daughter Lady Louise Mountbatten-Windsor.

Taking part in the ceremony on horseback are the Prince of Wales - who is Colonel of the Welsh Guards, the Princess Royal - who is Colonel of the Blues and Royals, and the Duke of Cambridge - who is Colonel of the Irish Guards.

More than 1,000 soldiers, horses and musicians are taking part in the parade known as 'Trooping the Color,' an annual ceremony marking the queen's official birthday.

The ceremony is also an important social occasion for the Guardsmen taking part and gives their wives, girlfriends, and relatives the chance to celebrate the achievements of the young men and enjoy the spectacle.

Many of the spectators in the stands overlooking the parade ground were dressed in morning suits or smart suits, while women wore dresses topped with hats and fascinators.

After the parade ended, the Queen was cheered by crowds gathered along the Mall as she was driven back to Buckingham Palace, where she watched an aerial display by the RAF.

The RAF Red Arrows perform a flypast over Buckingham Palace, central London, following the Trooping of the Colour

The RAF Red Arrows perform a flypast over Buckingham Palace, central London, following the Trooping of the Colour

The Red Arrows displayed their famous red, white and blue plumes of smoke as they flew over the palace in perfect formation

The Red Arrows displayed their famous red, white and blue plumes of smoke as they flew over the palace in perfect formation

The nine Red Arrows, based at RAF Scampton in Lincolnshire, flew over London after the ceremony to honour the Queen's official birthday

The nine Red Arrows, based at RAF Scampton in Lincolnshire, flew over London after the ceremony to honour the Queen's official birthday

The royals then gathered on the balcony at Buckingham Palace to watch the traditional RAF flypast.

Thousands of spectators crowded around the front of the palace and on The Mall, many cheering as a succession of planes roared overhead.

Among the featured 32 aircraft were 13 different types - from the famous Spitfire, Hurricane and Lancaster aircraft of the RAF Memorial Flight - to modern multi-role Typhoon fighters.

Queen Elizabeth II and Prince William, Duke of Kent stand at Buckingham Palace during the elaborate ceremony

Queen Elizabeth II and Prince William, Duke of Kent stand at Buckingham Palace during the elaborate ceremony

The Queen took the royal salute as members of the royal family looked on

The Queen took the royal salute as members of the royal family looked on but she had to celebrate the ceremony without her husband, who is recovering in hospital

Queen Elizabeth can be seen peeping through the window of her carriage as soldiers and well wishers line the streets

Queen Elizabeth can be seen peeping through the window of her carriage as soldiers and well wishers line the streets

All eyes upwards: The Red Arrows display team perform a fly-past as members of the British royal family stand together on the balcony at Buckingham Palace and a crowd gathers outside

All eyes upwards: The Red Arrows display team perform a fly-past as members of the British royal family stand together on the balcony at Buckingham Palace and a crowd gathers outside

Queen Elizabeth II inspects the Household Cavalry during the Colour at the Horse Guards Parade, London, while a huge crowd gathered to see her

Queen Elizabeth II inspects the Household Cavalry during the Colour at the Horse Guards Parade, London, while a huge crowd gathered to see her

Soldiers from the Household Division line up in a precise formation before royalty and the public during the Trooping the Colour at Horse Guards Parade

Soldiers from the Household Division line up in a precise formation before royalty and the public during the Trooping the Colour at Horse Guards Parade

The famous RAF display team make their way over the River Thames

The famous RAF display team make their way over the River Thames

A handout picture provided by the British Ministry of Defence (MOD) on 15 June 2013 shows Royal Air force planes flying over London during the Trooping the Colour ceremony
The RAF Red Arrows perform a flypast over Buckingham Palace, central London, following the Trooping of the Colour

Among the featured 32 aircraft were 13 different types, from the famous Spitfirem Hurricane and Lancaster aircraft, to more modern multi-rile Typhoon fighters, before the Red Arrows completed the flypast over Buckingham Palace

The Red Arrows completed the flypast - leaving a trail of red, white and blue smoke which swept across the sky behind them.

After the splendid ceremony, the Queen paid a visit to the Duke of Edinburgh, who is recovering from exploratory abdominal surgery at a London hospital.

The Queen, who changed into a pale blue suit, was unaccompanied as she made the visit 'quietly and privately', a Buckingham Palace spokeswoman said.

Philip also had a number of other visitors yesterday. He received a flurry of family visits during the day and at one point had the Prince of Wales and his wife the Duchess of Cornwall, the Duke of Cambridge and Prince Harry with him.

Earlier in the day his granddaughters Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie also made a trip to the hospital.

As Charles left the hospital, after a visit that lasted 35 minutes, he looked relaxed and smiled, and when asked by the waiting media how his father was, said "much better".

 
Soldier faints during Trooping the Colour parade


Queen Elizabeth II first took the royal salute in 1951 - when she deputised for her sick father, George VI - and has continued receiving the mark of respect every year except 1955
The Queen prepares to stand on the dais

Queen Elizabeth II first took the royal salute in 1951 - when she deputised for her sick father, George VI - and has continued receiving the mark of respect every year except 1955 

Her Majesty looked delighted as she watched the Guards march outside Buckingham Palace
The ceremony honours the Queen's birthday

Her Majesty looked delighted as she watched the Guards march outside Buckingham Palace, before inspecting the guards as members of the royal family watched on

The heir to the throne arrived with Camilla around 15 minutes before his sons William and Harry. 

The royal brothers stayed on after their father and stepmother left and spent around 40 minutes with their grandfather. They left without making any comment to a large crowd that had gathered outside the central London hospital.

As well as missing the Trooping the Colour ceremony today, Philip will also be unable to attend next week's events including the traditional Garter service at Windsor Castle and Royal Ascot.

The Duke is said to be progressing according to plans following his operation on June 7 and is expected to stay in hospital for around another week.

He is expected to spend two months convalescing after being discharged.

Philip was admitted to the London Clinic for the pre-arranged operation on June 6, following a garden party at the Palace that day.

The Colour that was paraded on Horse Guards this year is the flag of the 1st Battalion Welsh Guards.

The unit has recently returned from operational service in Afghanistan where the troops worked as part of the Afghan Police Advisory Team assisting the country to achieve self governance.

Prince William wore an elaborate uniform as he marked his grandmother's official birthday. The monarch turned 87 this year
Prince William wore an elaborate uniform as he marked his grandmother's official birthday. The monarch turned 87 this year

Prince William wore an elaborate uniform as he marked his grandmother's official birthday. The monarch turned 87 this year on April 21

Prince William and his father Prince Charles took part in the ceremony as the Queen watched on
Prince Charles, Prince of Wales and Princess Anne, Princess Royal on horseback during the display

A family affair: Members of the royal family participated in the annual event. Prince Charles and Princess Anne, the Princess Royal (right) rode on horseback during the procession and Prince William also joined in the ceremony (far left) in full costume

The Duke of Cambridge (left) Princess Royal (centre) and the Prince of Wales (right) arrive at Horse Guards Parade

The Duke of Cambridge (left) Princess Royal (centre) and the Prince of Wales (right) arrive at Horse Guards Parade

Four of the five Foot Guards regiments of the Household Division - the Welsh Guards, Grenadier Guards, Scots Guards and the Coldstream Guards - were marching in the parade wearing bearskin hats and red tunics.

The Household Division Bands and Corps of Drums were also taking part, along with the King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery.

The ceremony originates from traditional battle preparations, when 'colors,' which refer to military flags, were carried down the rank to be seen by soldiers.

Although the Queen was born on 21 April and turned 87 this year, it has long been the tradition to celebrate the Sovereign's birthday publicly on a day in the summer, when good weather is more likely.

Trooping the Colour is carried out by fully trained and operational troops from the Household Division (Foot Guards and Household Cavalry) on Horse Guards Parade in Whitehall, watched by members of the Royal Family, invited guests and members of the public.

Cheer up! The sisters, who both complemented their pale outfits with flashes of black, looked downcast for a brief moment

Cheer up! The sisters, who both complemented their pale outfits with flashes of black, looked downcast for a brief moment

 The Earl and Countess of Wessex were clad in their finest as they drove through the hordes of well wishers who lined the streets of central London

The Earl and Countess of Wessex were clad in their finest as they drove through the hordes of well wishers who lined the streets of central London

Royal Salutes have been fired at both Edinburgh and Stirling Castle to mark the Queen's official birthday.

Gunners from 105th Regiment Royal Artillery (Volunteers) fired the two 21-gun royal salutes at noon.

Meanwhile, 1st Battalion Scots Guards, in their familiar red tunics and bearskins, provided both castle guards.

It is the first time the battalion has mounted a guard at Stirling in more than 300 years.

The royal salutes took place as the Queen attended the Trooping the Colour parade at Horse Guards Parade in London's Whitehall.

Commanding officer of 105th Regiment Lieutenant Colonel James Cook said: 'As the Scottish and Ulster Gunners, we are honoured to be firing royal salutes at Edinburgh and Stirling Castles on the occasion of Her Majesty the Queen's official birthday.

'We are extremely privileged to have the General Officer Commanding Scotland, Major General Nick Eeles, as the reviewing officer at Stirling Castle; and the Deputy Commander Land Forces, Major General Ranald Munro, as the reviewing officer at Edinburgh Castle.

Happy birthday, Ma'am! Guards march down the Mall towards Buckingham Palace

Happy birthday, Ma'am! Guards make an imposing sight as they march down the Mall towards Buckingham Palace

Members of the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment during the annual Trooping the Colour Ceremony

Members of the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment during the annual Trooping the Colour Ceremony

Today's ceremony which marks the Queens official birthday will not be attended by Prince Philip the Duke of Edinburgh as he recuperates from abdominal surgery

The ceremony which marks the Queens official birthday was not attended by Prince Philip the Duke of Edinburgh as he recuperates from abdominal surgery

The Grenadier Guards marched on Horse Guards Parade as the sun managed to struggle through the clouds to brighten the day

The Grenadier Guards marched on Horse Guards Parade as the sun managed to struggle through the clouds to brighten the day

This will be the Duchess of Cambridge's last public engagement before her baby is due to be born next month

This was the Duchess of Cambridge's last public engagement before her baby is due to be born next month

'It is also a great pleasure to have 1st Battalion Scots Guards provide the guard at both castles, and it is worth noting the last time the Scots Guards mounted a guard at Stirling Castle was 1685.

'In addition, the regiment has now been given the official authority to fire four royal salutes annually at Stirling Castle. These will usually be fired by the regiment's 212 (Highland) Battery.'

Music at Stirling Castle was provided by the Highland Band of the Royal Regiment of Scotland.

The royal salute at Edinburgh Castle was fired by 207 Battery, with music from the Lowland Band of The Royal Regiment of Scotland.

The carriage that transported the Queen was built in 1881 as a town coach for the Lord Mayor of London, it was purchased for King George V's coronation in 1911.

It has been used for most royal weddings since then, including by the Queen when she married Philip in 1947 when she was still Princess Elizabeth.



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    She wore a cream long sleeve gown to showcase a dazzling Bulgari sapphire and diamond necklace that once belonged to the late Elizabeth Tayl...
  • Now you don't...! Isla Fisher's curves do a disappearing act in high neck maxi gown at Now You See Me film premiere
      She looked absolutely ravishing in a sweetheart cut red gown at the Great Gatsby film screening in Cannes recently. But on Tuesday Isla Fi...
  • Fringe benefits: Imogen Thomas shows off her slimmed down post-babyfigure in super tight bandage dress
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  • Wrong sized dress? Ex TOWIE star Amy Childs exposes some side boob inan orange halterneck maxi
    The 23-year-old was kitted out in a long, knitted orange dress embellished with an eye-catching floral print. Side boob: Amy Childs seen l...
  • Any excuse for a party! Real Housewife Lisa Vanderpump enjoys the attention in shocking pink dress at LA Pride Parade
    Never one to shy away from the limelight, Lisa Vanderpump took centre stage again Sunday at the LA Pride Parade dressed in a hot pink gown T...

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