The Princess of Wales looked effortlessly elegant on Thursday as she officially named HMS Glasgow by smashing a bottle of local Scottish whisky ... She also wore a brooch especially designed ...

The Princess of Wales stepped out in a poignant brooch as she conducted a whisky smashing ceremony in Scotland on Wednesday.

The Princess of Wales has officially named HMS Glasgow by smashing a bottle of local Scottish whisky against ... the local jewellers who designed the brooch she wore for the occasion.

“Both of them had Scottish heritage,” says shop owner Debbie Sonandre. “That’s when it really struck them – this tartan is part of their history. It doesn’t change; it symbolizes who they are and ...

Orton (below) added: “Paula's source for the ceremony came from a description of an 'inauguration' ceremony of Pictish chiefs as the basis for their Clan inauguration ceremony. “Found in the book 'The ...

Catherine’s brooch was inspired by the crest of the HMS Glasgow, of which she is Lady Sponsor. James Porter & Son Diamonds described its design as one totally inspired by Scotland.

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