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Queen Elizabeth's 'professional model' moment staff feared would 'bring the monarchy down'
- The late Queen Elizabeth II sparked a rare candid moment in 2019, laughing with her hands in her pockets during a photoshoot.
- Palace aides reportedly believed such informal photos could 'bring the Monarchy down,' according to Angela Kelly's account.
- Angela Kelly, the Queen's dresser, wrote that Elizabeth wanted a more relaxed, informal image despite palace advice.
- Photographer Barry Jeffrey was instructed to shoot the moment, but Elizabeth insisted the camera keep rolling.
- The Queen’s pockets were described as having a hierarchy, tailored to what she carried that day.
- Caroline de Guitaut explained that pocket finishes varied by use, from cotton to silk-lined options.
- The interview piece connects the moment to Elizabeth’s broader fashion legacy and royal style exhibitions.
- The story commemorates what would have been the Queen’s 100th birthday this week, viewed as a defining moment in royal fashion.
- The feature links the moment to Angela Kelly’s book released that year, which the royal approved.
- The piece notes that the moment was not featured in Angela Kelly's book, per Royal Collection decisions.
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