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Something magical happened at an auction house in England last Wednesday: A first edition copy of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone sold for £6,200 ($7,008), and a first edition copy of the Chamber of Secrets sold for £660 ($746). Who sold the copies? Tessa Prince, 65, a retired school administrator from a suburb outside of London. She’s no professional collector, and she didn’t buy the books thinking about their monetary value; she’s just a mom who wanted to see her two sons, John and Billy, read. Read More...
She's known for her flowing gowns, beaded embellishments and flattering necklines but Jenny Packham surprised fans with her very modern take on her wedding dress. The British designer, who is the go-to favourite for the Duchess of Cambridge, married her long-term partner Matthew Anderson on Saturday.
Jenny shunned the traditional white and opted for a dove grey guipure lace number that featured three-quarter length sleeves and a demure neckline. Naturally, the dress was Jenny's own design, and she paired it with crossover strap heels of the same colour. Read More...