The wife of King Charles III never takes off her Launer minaudière, the London leather goods brand that made her late mother-in-law’s legendary bag.
On September 19, the eyes of the world were on England. The entire royal family united in grief paid their last respects to their queen, who died a few days ago, on September 8. For some, the strict protocol of royal funeral dress is an opportunity to pay careful respect to the late sovereign. This was the case with Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton, who wore jewelry that gave a nod to the Queen. But also Camilla Parker Bowles, who for the occasion appropriated one of the most iconic designs of Elizabeth II’s reign, the Launer handbag. The beginning of a new style signature for the future queen.
Camilla Parker Bowls and her Launer bag at Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral. (London, September 19, 2022) Karvai Tang / River
The official supplier of the crown
If the tribute attracts attention, it is not the first time that the wife of King Charles III has chosen to wear Launer leather goods. Official supplier to the Crown since 1968, the British manufacturer even received Camilla Parker Bowls during a visit to its workshop in January 2020. However, since his mother-in-law’s funeral, he has made it clear that he intends to take up the torch. , invariably illustrating the weeks following the ceremony with his model, Tosca. Minimalistic and tough, strapless and adorned only with the brand’s logo, this leather minidress with a gold buckle, which retails for €2,190, features Launer as a favorite of the Duchess of Cornwall. To the point of pledging allegiance to her, as Elizabeth II did for over fifty years?
royal heritage
The extended handle, compartments, silk lining and signature cross stitch logo; the accessory, which was constantly hanging from the arm of the Queen of England, had become inseparable from her silhouette. Throughout his life, the sovereign has been faithful to this model of a bag specially created for him by a London manufacturer. This tailored design has failed to fuel talk of the size of his personal collection, which some would estimate to be 200 pieces, but which actually includes about fifteen models at most. According to Launer. However, after her death, the fate of the legacy of noble leather goods remains a mystery, with the details of the Queen’s will kept secret. Can Camilla Parker Bowls enjoy it? Is the job in the bag for the Queen’s husband?
First bow on video, elegant and unexpected, from Kate Middleton to Charles and Camilla
Source: Le Figaro
