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Tuesday, January 25, 2011

Hot, Young, and Royal

Growing up in the US, I have always been fascinated by royalty. The concept of it seems magical to me. I always tend to associate kings and queens with fairy tales, rather than real life.

My generation seems to be obsessed with the two most famous royals, Will & Harry. While I enjoy Will’s boyish good looks and Harry’s bad boy charm, I must admit I’m rather bored with them. So, I decided to research the other royals. Some I already knew about, others were complete unknowns to me. I had no idea there were so many around my age!

Here are some of the most intriguing young royals I came across:

Prince Carl Philip





You may remember this Swedish dreamboat from my last post. Truly a Disney prince come to life, Carl embodies every aspect a girl is looking for in a man. Not only is he rich and handsome, the 32-year-old prince enjoys racing cars and is quite the talented photographer. Oh, and rumor has it he’s shy. Awwwwww…


Andrea Casiraghi





Another royal hunk is the eldest son of Princess Caroline of Monaco and grandson of Hollywood legend Grace Kelly. Quite the playboy, this devilishly handsome royal enjoys sunbathing in the tropics and partying all over Europe. But don’t take this 26-year-old for just another pretty face. He’s fluent in French, English, and Italian. He is also involved in numerous charities.


Charlotte Casiraghi





Andrea’s 24-year-old sister was also blessed with her grandmother’s iconic beauty, plus her brilliant fashion sense. A friend of designer Stella McCartney and muse to Karl Lagerfeld, the journalist is no stranger to the fashion world. Charlotte is, in fact, using her power to do some good for the fashion community. She is currently the editor-at-large for Above Magazine, which uses fashion as a way of raising awareness of the endangered environment. She also created Ever Manifesto, a free publication on the fashion industry's harmful impact on the global environment.


Sheikh Hamdan





This 28-year-old is the Crown Prince of Dubai and worth an estimated $18 billion. But this stud doesn’t need money to attract the ladies. When he’s not performing his royal duties, the prince enjoys writing romantic poetry and being a competitive equestrian. His other passions include camels, cars, and skydiving.


Princess Madeleine





While her older brother, Carl, tries to shy away from the public eye, this 27-year-old blonde bombshell seems to thrive in it. The King of Sweden’s youngest daughter always manages to make headlines with her glamorous romances and tragic heartbreaks. The bubbly blonde currently resides in New York City. Despite her wild partying, the princess can be noted for her dedication and hard work towards her mother, Queen Silvia’s charitable organization, the World Childhood Foundation.


Sirivannavari Nariratana





Twenty-four-year-old Princess Sirivannavari is the daughter of Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn of Thailand. This beauty has been making international waves recently as an accomplished fashion designer. After showing two seasons during Bangkok's fashion week, she showed a collection during Paris' fashion week in the fall of 2007. She has also been an international badminton competitor, taking home a gold medal in the 2006 Southeast Asian games.


...so, who is your favorite royal?

65 comments:

Vix said...

Blimey, what a bunch of hotties. They sure put our lot to shame. xxx

Tights Lover said...

Great post. I loved reading more about the lesser-known royalty. I have to say I find Charlotte Casiraghi incredibly gorgeous!

Twenty.Something said...

awesome post! I feel the same way... always been curious about royalty as well!

For me, definitely the Prince of Monaco...I find the whole place fascinating there...it's beautiful!

artfashiontwentysomething.blogspot.com

BonBon Rose Girls Kristin said...

Whew! Prince Carl is smokin'!

Couture Carrie said...

Gorgeous and well researched post, darling!

I definitely need to marry one of these dapper royals!

xoxox,
CC

Anonymous said...

Prince Carl is such a hottie!


xxx
Vikki

http://stylometre.blogspot.com

Anonymous said...

This makes me wish I was born into royalty. Not only would I be rich and famous, I'd be featured on your blog!

Josie said...

Prince Carl Philip is a cutie! I have a thing for royalty as well.
xo Josie
http://winksmilestyle.blogspot.com

Melanie's Randomness said...

Wowie WOW!! So who wants to go to Dubai & win that guy over!! ME!!! jk!! Geez 18 billion tho? Wow to be prince or princess must be cool. I've always been fascinated by royalty too!!

Melanie's Randomness

Phil said...

wow...Fantastic Post ;)

David Macaulay said...

This is so true Jennifer. The British Royalty seems to eclipse everybody else which is a shame as they are so dysfunctional....

FASHION CHALET said...

Oh I love Charlotte!

Thanks for the lovely comments and compliment. :) I may do the makeup idea soon!


x X

Cybelle e Fabi said...

Love the post!!!
xoxo Cybelle & Fabi

http://www.fromustwoyou.com/

Shannon said...

I know nothing of royalty, but there was a lot of eye candy on this page.

I feel so educated after reading this - thanks!

Laura Sherriffs said...

Wow they are all so much hotter than our royals! And more interesting,stylish and "young". That Carl Philip is especially dapper....I think I may book some flights over to Sweden...

http://fight-fires-in-your-best-clothes.blogspot.com/

Anonymous said...

thanks for your comment! and wow... carl and andrea are so beautiful. i'm already daydreaming about my royal wedding haha

Fashion Mom said...

nice post, Carlota and Madeleine are such pretty princesses x
I love carlota's style !
www.thefashionmom.com

JUST ME said...

Those two princes from England don't do it for me. Never have. I can't share the rest of the world's fascination.

But those other dudes?

Now THAT is a hot prince.

stylenuggets said...

Timely post with the wedding coming up this year. Some are good lookers and some aren't. The Casiraghi family def is.

Tanvi said...

Oh My ... Hard to choose. They are all fabulous ... but just in looks I am digging Prince Carl Philip! ;)

Jenn @ Peas and Crayons said...

There's too much pretty in this post. I'm going to avoid mirrors for the rest of the day! eep!

Jenn @ Peas and Crayons said...

There's too much pretty in this post. I'm going to avoid mirrors for the rest of the day! eep!

Courtney Erin said...

I'm a big of Edward and Sophie in England - they don't turn up much in scandal mags but they are so adorable together and I love her fashion sense.

xoxo ~ Courtney
http://sartorialsidelines.blogspot.com

Love Bonche said...

Thank for your comment! :)

Shoe said...

Wow! Charlotte Casiraghi is too cool. The sheik looks amazing too!

Shea said...

great post and thanks for commenting on my blog!! I hope that you keep reading and commenting!
xox chloe

http://speakingfromthesole.blogspot.com/

J.J. said...

Let's put them all on an island and make them fight to the death. We'll call the movie, 'battle royale'.

wow, that joke was so bad, I should be banned from the internet.

Sarah said...

Prince Carl seems so charming! I'm so excited for the Royal Wedding!
somehow-someday.blogspot.com

Aimee said...

I like to think of myself as royalty. hahaha. Kidding. I am a new follower! I look forward to getting to know you through blogging! Feel free to stop by my blog!

Christopher said...

I have to admit I was just skimming this post and rolling my eyes until I saw Charlotte. What a fox. I would love to do unspeakable things to her on a pile of diamonds.

Actually, a pile of diamonds probably wouldn't be too practical, it'd be like sand but more painful.

So, you know, something valuable but softer.

Mimi said...

this is such an interesting post! i think almost every girl dreams of finding her own prince, haha. i think my favorite out of this list is prince carl philip. :)

<3, Mimi
http://whatmimiwrites.blogspot.com/

SMD said...

This is so funny because right after you wrote about Prince Carl in the last post, I looked up other young royals! Gah none of them seem to be around my age though :( From this pick I definitely like Prince Carl the best, he's so hot and it's really sweet that he's shy! Princess Charlotte seems very cool too. http://thearcenciel.blogspot.com/

Sausage said...

That bunch makes the two pale brothers seem a bit too - well British.
My favorite royal is still
Crown in a wee glass with ice.
cheers, Sausage...

indianmakeupways said...

cool post! all of em are stunning!!!and yup really really tired of "will & harry" :D

Anonymous said...

Andrea Casiraghi used to be my fav then he is just another bad boy lol, I dont know any other until you mention them!! great post
<3
http://reserveradefashion.blogspot.com

Marissa said...

30 degrees? Well that's just perfectly balmy! Lol. :)

Are there ever any bad looking royals? Some people just have all the luck!

Anonymous said...

I'm fascinated by royals too, I must admit that ever since I was a little girl I dreamt of marrying a royal, ok I know not happening, but what's a girl to do, just dream about them, and talking about dreams, Andrea is mine! He's gorge and way cuter than the Windsor bros!

Thanks for stopping by my blog, I'll follow =)

http://blog.cessoviedo.com

CINCHED AT THE WAIST said...

meee too! I always pick up a Hello or Hola just to see the candids of the royals!

20 YORK STREET said...

Oh, that Prince Carl is definitely catching my eye!

It's fantastic that you made this post, I agree with you on William!

Stay Happy and Positive!

besos,

ML


20 YORK STREET

Gawgus things... said...

Wow! Don't those Princes look hot in their 'casual' attire! Thanks for stopping by my blog and your lovely comment! Following you :) xx

Anonymous said...

this post is sooo interesting! I appreciate these photos!!

www.fantasiedifolletto.com

Mony

Leia said...

I think Queen Rania is my favorite royal. Love this post... can I marry a royal and become a princess, pretty please??

Leia

Anonymous said...

Thanks for your super lovely comment.
Love this. I'm rather liking Prince Carl Philip!xx

CRISTHIANDANESIKARNOSKI said...

Charlotte Casiraghi in amazing!
I love her!
thank you for your comment,
if you'd like start to follow me (:
then I'll be happy to follow you too
xOxO
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poppinseatspancakes said...

great post about the royalty!! but i think i will stick with the monaco family. how can she be so pretty and how can he be so cool? ahaha
thanx for your comments! :) :)
-pop-
http://poppinseatspancakes.blogspot.com

little luxury list said...

The Casiraghis are gorgeous! Charlotte definitely has her grandmother's looks and elegance!

Sherin said...

So, my pla is to meet one of these prices and marry him. That's feasible, right? It's not fair that they're royal, rich, interesting and good looking!!
But thanks for sharing the hot guys!

Anonymous said...

i love the whole Casiraghi family :)

a woman's right to shoes said...

I just wanted to let you know that I have awarded you the Stylish Blogger Awards =)

Leigh said...

that was so interesting!!! thanks so much for posting...many of these i have never heard of!

thelibertybelleblog.blogspot.com

love jenny xoxo said...

It is definitely surprising that William and Harry get all the attention... Carl is waaaay hotter in my option! He's gotta be my favorite, but who knew their were so many good, royal options to day dream about!!

XOXO

M said...

i want me a PRINCE!!!

xx.M

www.bellesandrebelles.blogspot.com

Cafe Fashionista said...

J'adore Charlotte. She is gorgeous, obsessed with fashion, a journalist, and active in the community. Hello, can she please be my new BFF?! :)

Bonnie said...

I would like to believe that, had I been born in a country with a monarchy, I would be royalty.

http://glamkittenslitterbox.blogspot.com/

Bombchell said...

WOW they're so gorgeous!!! lol do courtesans still exist. joking, maybe not lol

Sootjeelina said...

The first prince is really hot, and the last princess has a really lovely style
Thanks for visiting!

xoxo Sootjeelina <3

Tights Lover said...

You've got it. If the gods strike me down I shall bequeath my hosiery collection to you. Done and done. Hahahaha.

BenchesnChandeliers said...

definitely the casiraghi's!

www.benchesandchandeliers.com

noone said...

lol awesome, I'm surprised that Prince Hary isnt on there! jk jk. Redheads isn't my thing. damn I wish I got that much money :D

Emma said...

Hi darling!
What a lovely blog you have here.. Nice pictures and good inspiration..

Wanna be followers? Let me know ;)

Love from Stockholm.. xoxo!
(And YES, our swedish prince really is HOT)

Tabatha said...

The royal I'm in love with is Haakon, Crown Prince of Norway. Too bad he's already taken *duh*
xx

http://tabathasrefugium-tabatha.blogspot.com/

Venus Loves Virgo said...

Thanks for informing us on the lesser known royals :) In my mind I always tell myself I'm a Queen-hehehe I was born a Leo so ^;^ LOL!
This post was fun to read and are you spotting some future royals your going to hunt and track down when you hot your dream vacay? Good luck and bring me back a Prince :) XOXO

Jaime @ laviejaime said...

princess diana alawys....and i'll add the future princess,Kate! :)

The Odd and Chic said...

I really like Charlotte - she seems like such a sweetie as well! Love your blog.

I'm following you on blogger and bloglovin, would love a followback :-)

http://www.oddandchic.com

xxx

WE INSPIRE US said...

madeline looks awesome =)