The Other Side of the Coin: The Queen, the Dresser and the Wardrobe Hardcover – Illustrated, October 29, 2019
THE OFFICIAL BOOK, FULLY ENDORSED BY QUEEN ELIZABETH II
Angela Kelly LVO, Her Majesty's trusted confidante, presents a lavishly crafted book of previously unseen photos of the Queen, her wardrobe and jewelry, and presents intimate anecdotes about Angela's 25-year career in close collaboration with his majesty. A truly unique keepsake and a collector's item to treasure.
“During the nearly seven decades of her reign, Her Majesty the Queen has used clothing to create a powerful visual identity that transcends fashion and has made her perhaps the most easily identifiable person on the planet. Angela Kelly, drawing on the work of great designers and hatters who have worked with Her Majesty over the years, including dressmakers Sir Norman Hartnell, Sir Hardy Amie's and Ian Thomas, and hatters such as Simone Mirman and Freddy Fox, brings their imagination to wear an iconic 'uniform' that suggests continuity and tradition, and ensures that the wearer is always the most visible person in a room or crowd .'-- Anna Wintour, Vogue
When Angela Kelly and the Queen are together, laughter resonates in the halls of Buckingham Palace. Angela worked with the Queen and roamed the halls of the Royal Household for twenty-five years, first as Her Majesty's Chief Boudoir, then as Personal Advisor, Curator, Wardrobe and Internal Designer of His Majesty. As the first person in history to hold the title, he shares an exceptionally close working relationship with the Queen.
In The Other Side of the Coin, the Queen personally gave Angela her blessing to share her extraordinary connection to the world. Whether she's getting ready for a formal occasion or brightening up Her Majesty's day with a fun joke, Angela's priority is to serve and support. Sharing unpublished photographs, many from Angela's private collection, and delightful anecdotes from their time together, this revealing book provides memorable information about what it's like to work closely with the Queen, to keep her wardrobe and discover a real connection. on the road.
“The book documents the unique working relationship between Her Majesty The Queen and the woman who has been his personal assistant and boudoir chef for over two decades: Angela Kelly. It provides rare insight into the demands of Monarch's support work, and we get an insider's perspective on a successful working relationship characterized by humor, creativity, hard work, and a mutual commitment to service. and duty. Angela is a talented and inspiring woman, who captured the highlights of her long career with the Queen for us all to share. "- Samantha Cohen, Deputy Private Secretary to the Queen (2011-2018)
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