Your work Christmas party as told by the royals


Our boozy antics via the British royal family...


royal christmas party
Leanne Bayley
Leanne BayleyDirector of Lifestyle & Commerce
Updated: December 12, 2019

We're in Christmas party season and we don't know about you but our Instagram Stories are full of friends all getting tipsy with their work colleagues. Inspired by the fun 'n' frolics we've seen so far, we decided to describe a Christmas party, but via the royals. Ready to have a little bit of fun? 

Wearing ALL the sequins 

Ok, ladies, Christmas is all about sequins! You'll get ready for hours and look a little bit ridiculous on your morning commute with tinsel in your hair. 

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, in a black off-shoulder sequined dress, posing with a hand on her hip.

Hell, we might even throw on a tiara

A tiara? Is it too much? NEVER. 

Sarah, Duchess of York, in a red and white dress with white gloves, smiling and wearing a tiara.

Getting tipsy 

Ok, royals don't get drunk (well, they probably do behind closed doors) but at our work Christmas party we don't just sip the free booze, we guzzle it. 

Kate Middleton in a red off-shoulder dress, holding a champagne glass and smiling.

Having a little dance

Show us the dancefloor - immediately. We're looking to William for our dance moves this year! 

Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, stands with a woman holding a black purse, both smiling.

Getting in the spirit

Most work Christmas parties have props lying around (or if your budget has been slashed - probably not!) but a Santa hat is a must - especially after one of two vinos! 

Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, smiling and wearing a festive red and white Santa hat.

Being the life and soul of the party 

Well, you think you are anyway... 

Queen Elizabeth II and Kate Middleton sitting, both smiling and wearing elegant hats.

Getting stuck with the fellas from The IT Crowd

Sorry to anyone in IT, but… yawn. 

Prince George of Cambridge, with short blonde hair, rests his chin on his hand, looking thoughtful.

Having a cheeky snog 

Work party snogs go together like gin and tonic, or like mistletoe and Christmas. Let's hope, if you get with someone at your work bash it ends in wedded bliss and not your P45. 

Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, kisses a woman on stage while she holds a trophy.

Sucking up to the boss 

Here, let me get you a drink… Here, would you like my seat... Honestly, I just think you're so inspiring... 

Sarah, Duchess of York, in a blue dress and hat, kneels to hold hands with a smiling woman in a white dress and hat.

Chatting to people you really don't like 

We're taking tips from 'Aggy Anne' and Trump with this one! (Side note: this is what actually happened). 

Elizabeth II and Anne, Princess Royal, greet guests at a formal event.

Taking over the playlist 

Screaming "I've always wanted to be a DJ" as you pour yourself another drink. 

Charles, Prince of Wales, wearing a pinstripe suit and headphones, smiling while adjusting a record player.

Or worse, the karaoke microphone 

Back off b*tches, this is my time to shine.

Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, holding a microphone, raises his hand in a gesture while speaking.

Shot shots shots! 

Pass us the salt and lemon will you?

Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, in military uniform, drinking from a glass.

Falling asleep in the corner 

Oops. Can't wait for photos to emerge tomorrow. 

Diana, Princess of Wales, seated in a red chair, wearing a pink and purple dress.

Getting a midnight snack 

Time to go home! What will it be: A McDonald's or a kebab? We'll regret both in the morning so it doesn't really matter. 

Sophie, Countess of Wessex, in a pink jacket, eating a sandwich outdoors.

Having a stumble as you head home 

I'm… fine… honestly. 

A woman in a green dress and black heels bends down, possibly to pick something up, with two uniformed men standing behind her.

Going into work the next day embarrassed and hungover 

Someone pass us a Berocca. 

Queen Elizabeth II wearing a red hat with a red flower, red coat, and black glasses.
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