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Coaches of the Spanish Royal Family

26/8/2023

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While in France we’ve just suffered a big heat wave, I say suffer because it was very difficult to sleep and work from home without air conditioning and fan - besides my American friends don’t understand that we don’t have air conditioning here.

In these cases, nothing better than going to visit museums and precisely that reminded me of this exhibition that I did while it was 40°C in Madrid!

Last month I spent time once again in Madrid, a city that you know has been dear to me since 2018, since I had lived in this capital for the freezing of my eggs.

It's one of the few cities where I feel at home, and there's nothing rational about it, it's just the way I meet the people there, the way I move around in this city, or how I always discover secret passages and incredible places. I don't know, I feel attached and connected to everything in a very deep way.

This time, I'm taking you to the Royal Collections Gallery, a new museum in the Spanish capital which opened its doors this summer.

And after my Barbie article, talking about princess carriages seems very appropriate!

Remember my article on the Royal Mews of London, I know you enjoyed the wonderful photos and this time again you’ll be amazed.

"In motion" is the name of this temporary exhibition which presents coaches and vehicles from Spain's national heritage.

The royal family has always had a great need for means of transport to get around, including after 1561, when King Philip II settled the court permanently in Madrid, since he liked to hunt and enjoy the many other palaces in the Kingdom. 
Obviously, everyone followed him on his travels, which required a lot of logistics and vehicles.

Thus, the evolution of these means of transport was in line with the needs of these kings and French craftsmen were among those most in demand. They are also the ones who invented the Berlin carriage, with 2 supporting axles allowing better stability and comfort.

​The example below dates from 1790-1800 & 1799.

Obviously, faced with the strong demand from the monarchs of the time, the Spaniards also specialised in the field.

It must also be said that in the 16th and 17th century, the kingdoms were very extensive, the monarchs had to move frequently and over long distances to be able to rule and meet their subjects.
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It was also a way to show off their power and wealth, which played a major political role at that time.

In the 18th and 19th centuries, many technical innovations, particularly from England, improved safety and comfort.
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And always this taste for detail and refinement...

Another form of transport, the ancestor of the convertible with a sunroof, mainly used for walking in parks on sunny days: the Landau.

But the interiors competed just as much in luxury and precious materials.
Many professions had to be invented to create these magnificent carriages, creating many jobs and thus contributing to the economy of the countries.

Not to mention all the other associated craftsmanship and jobs...

Litter, Sedan chair, sleigh, baby carriage, many invented vehicles, especially for people who couldn’t ride a horse such as women and children or to move more easily in town or on snow.

Art is a fabulous testimony to history and here to the different means of transport through time.

Read my previous articles:
  • Gift from science
  • Gift from Science 2
  • Almudena Cathedral
  • Rainy day in Madrid
  • Sorolla
  • Andy Warhol
  • Manolo Blahnik
  • Royal Mews
  • Kensington Palace
  • Rainy day in London
 
 Have a fantastic week!!

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Love & Joy,
L.
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Barbie

12/8/2023

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How could I not comment on the planetary phenomenon associated with the Barbie movie?
Especially if you have been following me for a long time, you know that I love this fashion doll.

I’ve talked about her many times on this blog, but also in my book and even more because she’s literally in the acknowledgments of my book!
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It's surprising because I mentioned this excerpt from my book in March, when we weren't yet talking about the film.
Excerpt from My Solo Wedding in Santorini:
"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." Eleanor Roosevelt
I am a girl who loves pink and Barbie! I even grew up as a Barbie Club member, I wore clothes with her effigy like some little girls today display Queen Elsa. A school friend gave me my first doll at the age of 6, for my birthday, and not just anyone, Barbie Dream glow, whose stars on her dress shine in the dark. One of my best memories. It was as if today, someone offered me Louboutin pumps!
Nowadays, we find a Barbie astronaut, veterinarian, to counter the sexist side that some people found to these dolls. Very honestly it is a false debate, because from all my 6 years of age, I had perfectly converted my Princess Barbie into a successful businesswoman!
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My Barbie was never a writer, even less a blogger, I built a career plan with her and I held it, but dreams change, that is all the beauty and magic that Eleonor Roosevelt mentioned. Never stop believing in your dreams, exploring your imagination and creativity, with or without the assistance of a model doll.
Laetitia Nguyen


And of course, I took my book “My Solo Wedding in Santorini” to watch the Barbie movie.
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We loved the absolutely incredible sets, the very current story and also which reminded me very well of my emotional bond with her.

All the actresses and actors are perfect and Margot Robbie is FANTASTIC, we couldn’t have hoped for better to embody our favorite doll!

And then, the outfits… I still dream about them! Especially since several of my Barbie are represented in the film.

It reminded me of the magnificent Barbie exhibition in Montreal (Canada), I invite you to check it again, hundreds of photos of Barbie in her most beautiful outfits: LINK!

Read again my previous Fashion articles:
  • Yves St Laurent
  • Fashion Exhibitions
  • Barbie Exhibition
  • Thierry Mugler
  • Helena Rubinstein
  • Elsa Peretti
  • Bird Paradise
  • Florae
  • Sorolla
  • Dream Maker / Hats
  • Shoes Forever
  • My Wedding Dress

But Barbie Laeti is by far my favourite, a very special edition 😉 and in addition in her favourite environment, the beach...

And no, I didn't do it on purpose to be perfectly matched to the decor, that's what being a perfect Barbie is, we always match!!

However, my dream is very real, I wish to have a Barbie one day in my effigy: the solo bride inspired by my Solo Wedding in Santorini.
May the angels of Barbie and Mattel hear me!
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Previous posts:
  • Happy Valentine's Day 2023
  • Unicorns
  • Barbie Expo
  • Little me
  • Proud to be a woman
  • Pink, my love colour
 
 
My Solo Wedding articles on the blog: LINK
My Book - extracts and order: HERE
 
 
Follow me on Facebook and Instagram for more fun!
 
And also YouTube, nearly 60 videos where I talk about myself, my Solo Wedding in Santorini and the life lessons I learned.

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Happy August everyone!!
 
Love & Joy,
L.
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