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Queen Elizabeth Becomes Longest Reigning Monarch: Her 63 Years Flying The Fashion Flag!

Hail Her Maj! Look Back At Her 63 Years Flying The Fashion Flag

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Today Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II becomes the longest reigning monarch in British history. She has reigned for 63 years and 217 days, beating her great-great-great grandmother Queen Victoria by one day.

To pay tribute to Lilibet (her nickname since childhood) we have created a special fashion flag for HM in this week's issue.

Here are some of our favourite fashion facts about the Queen...

1. She collected coupons for her wedding dress

2. The Queen's coronation gown was embroidered with Commonwealth plants - roses, thistles, leaks and shamrocks.

3. HM's handbags are made by Launer, in patent black, white or beige leather. Inside she is rumoured to carry a Blackberry mobile phone from Prince Andrew.

4. The Queen wears bright colours so that she can be easily identified in a crowd.

5. The Queen never has prominent buttons on display - they always blend into her outfit.6. Rarely seen without gloves, the Queen changes them depending on how many hands she has to shake. By night she's said to prefer a light, nylon glove.

6. To avoid such perils as a sudden gust of wind assaulting one's skirt, the Queen's hemlines have weights swen in them - £1.50 for four from Peter Jones.

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7. Angela Kelly has been the head of the Queen's wardrobe team since 1994.

8. There are 12 people in the Queen's wardrobe department, to help her prepare her outfits for visits.

9. All of her clothes are made with natural fibres - 100 per cent pure cotton or wool. She doesn't do linen - the HR doesn't do creases.

10. When the Queen travels, Angela Kelly arranges duplicates of each outfit on standby in case there are any disasters, meaning she can change quickly without anyone noticing.

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11. The Queen's hairgel is known in the palace as her 'liquid concrete.'

12. The Queen carries a hook, so she can hang her bag under the table rather than placing it on the floor.

13. HRH never removes her hat in public.

Look back at some of the Queen's style moments in the gallery below...

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The Queen Style Tips: Happy Birthday

You are NEVER too young for a statement gown!1 of 22

"You are NEVER too young for a statement gown!"

1926

Sod being the Queen of the entire Commonwealth, I am the Queen of accessorising even way back when! Pearls are always a MUST!2 of 22

"Sod being the Queen of the entire Commonwealth, I am the Queen of accessorising even way back when! Pearls are always a MUST!"

1929

One should always dress like a fairytale Princess!3 of 22

"One should always dress like a fairytale Princess!"

1930

Be a babe in a bonnet!4 of 22

"Be a babe in a bonnet!"

1935

Cracking coats are the basis for every great outfit! Even when your cute sister tries to upstage you, better luck next time Maggie!5 of 22

"Cracking coats are the basis for every great outfit! Even when your cute sister tries to upstage you, better luck next time Maggie!"

1934

I was so ahead of the time with this OTM utility look. Soz but it seems you bitch, stole my look.6 of 22

"I was so ahead of the time with this OTM utility look. Soz but it seems you bitch, stole my look."

World War Two

Statement headgear is always a winner, a scallop hem frames one's features perfectly.7 of 22

"Statement headgear is always a winner, a scallop hem frames one's features perfectly."

1944

Always match with one's sistas! *clicks fingers*8 of 22

"Always match with one's sistas! *clicks fingers*"

1946

Just like my fellow Queen, Gok Wan says, "If in doubt, belt it huns!9 of 22

Just like my fellow Queen, Gok Wan says, "If in doubt, belt it huns!"

At The Races

Always accessorize with a handsome Prince. Whatever Frozen Princesses, I got me a genuine one!10 of 22

"Always accessorize with a handsome Prince. Whatever Frozen Princesses, I got me a genuine one!"

1947

Accentuate that waist ladies, and always dress to a theme, here is me dressing for a barn dance.11 of 22

"Accentuate that waist ladies, and always dress to a theme, here is me dressing for a barn dance."

1953

One's crown can never be too large, just make sure it's one that's been passed down in the family. Never wear a new one!12 of 22

"One's crown can never be too large, just make sure it's one that's been passed down in the family. Never wear a new one!"

1953

Never let the gown wear you, you wear the gown. PLUS the bigger the skirt, the bigger the statement. A tip Jordan stole from me on her many weddings.13 of 22

"Never let the gown wear you, you wear the gown. PLUS the bigger the skirt, the bigger the statement. A tip Jordan stole from me on her many weddings."

1953

Make sure one's family never lets the side down satorially. I am looking at you Phillip- and look at Charlie in that romper. ADORBS!14 of 22

"Make sure one's family never lets the side down satorially. I am looking at you Phillip- and look at Charlie in that romper. ADORBS!"

1950

A skirt suit, accessorised with a Corgi is a real timeless look. Phillip, quit photo bombing me!15 of 22

"A skirt suit, accessorised with a Corgi is a real timeless look. Phillip, quit photo bombing me!"

1968

Don't leave those florals to the frocks ladies, floral headwear will make sure you look like you are in full bloom!16 of 22

"Don't leave those florals to the frocks ladies, floral headwear will make sure you look like you are in full bloom!"

1977

If in doubt, copy Diana.17 of 22

"If in doubt, copy Diana."

1980

Suede jacket, CHECK! Headscarf, CHECK! Checked skirt, CHECK! You just gotta own it. Excuse the fishnets... one is allowed one off day!18 of 22

"Suede jacket, CHECK! Headscarf, CHECK! Checked skirt, CHECK! You just gotta own it. Excuse the fishnets... one is allowed one off day!"

1978

Who said Margaret Thatcher was the trend trailblazer in the 1980s. She learnt everything from me. Durr19 of 22

"Who said Margaret Thatcher was the trend trailblazer in the 1980s. She learnt everything from me. Durr"

1983

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2011

"Don't be mellow, go for yellow!"

My mantra is always if in doubt, MATCH!21 of 22

"My mantra is always if in doubt, MATCH!"

2013

Need I say anymore. Feel free to bow now.22 of 22

"Need I say anymore. Feel free to bow now."

2014

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