RECAP: Lady Louise's competition, royals prepare to return to duties, and more

I can't be the only one who is a little upset that, thanks to the rain setting in, the weather in Britain has suddenly become very, well, British. However, something I do appreciate about a new season on the horizon, especially autumn, is the fashion. And who better to turn to when it comes to layers and oversized sweats? Princess Diana, of course.

The late Princess of Wales was a style trend-setter, and HELLO!'s Fashion and Beauty Editor, Laura Sutcliffe, goes into detail on why this staple from Diana's wardrobe that she wore frequently is about to be this season's biggest trend.

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Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence, the husband of Princess Anne, has quietly received a huge honour from the King. The Princess Royal's husband of 33 years has just been recognised for his contributions when His Majesty invested him with the Insignia of a Knight Grand Cross of the Royal Victorian Order. His new honour is the highest rank within the order and signifies a high level of service to the royal family. HELLO! understands that Sir Tim is "honoured and delighted" and will wear the insignia at the state banquet for US President Donald Trump next month.

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According to Her Late Majesty's former chef, Darren McGrady, Queen Elizabeth II was a big fan of a rather indulgent breakfast sandwich, which was known as a "guilty pleasure". The chef revealed that the late monarch was disciplined when it came to her food, but one thing she couldn't resist was a croque monsieur, which he describes as a "fancy version" of a cheese toastie, with melted Gruyère, ham, and often with béchamel sauce. Read more about why it makes for a fantastically royal breakfast as well as lunch.

It's almost September, so parents and young people are gearing up for the impending return to study. For Lady Louise Windsor, 21, it's back to St Andrews to continue with her higher education studies. The royal, who is the daughter of the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, has been studying English at the university in Fife, Scotland, since 2022. Soon, she will resume campus life for her fourth and final year. Find out about her degree study and more about other European royals' degree education.

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Excited for a royal wedding this weekend? Here at HELLO!, we certainly are. The Liechtenstein royal family will mark a personal celebration on 30 August as Prince Alois and Princess Sophie's only daughter, Princess Marie Caroline, weds Venezuelan-born Leopoldo Maduro Vollmer at Vaduz Cathedral. We've already had a debrief on what tiara she might wear, but if you want to brush up on your knowledge of the Liechtenstein royals ahead of the big day, fear not, we've outlined everything you need to know.

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That's all from me, folks. I'm leaving you in the capable hands of our LA-based writer, Rebecca Lewis, who will be on hand to offer more insightful royal stories and updates for the rest of your Friday. Enjoy!

Good afternoon, or evening, royal fans. The big story of this weekend is the Liechtenstein royal wedding, and we have all the details!

Prince Alois and Princess Sophie's only daughter, Princess Marie Caroline, will wed Venezuelan-born Leopoldo Maduro Vollmer at Vaduz Cathedral on August 30.

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Liechtenstein is the fourth-smallest country in Europe, yet although the double-landlocked country still operates a semi-constitutional monarchy, ut differs from its neighboring monarchies in another major way.

Click here to read our full story and learn all about their royal family tree.

Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence has quietly received a huge honor from The King. Princess Anne's husband of 33 years was  recognized for his contributions to the royal family, and HELLO! understands that Sir Tim is "honored and delighted" and will wear the insignia at the state banquet for US President Donald Trump next month.

Find out more here.

Lady Louise Windsor is known for her love of Prince Philip's favorite hobby, and on Friday the daughter of the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh was seen competing in the National Carriage Driving Calendar. 

Click here for all the pictures.