Prince Harry’s pal splits from US actress he also set up home with in California

Prince Harry's pal splits from US actress he also set up home with in California

As a seasoned observer of society’s evolving fashion landscape, I find myself deeply moved by Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen’s lamentation about modern men’s sartorial decline. Having spent decades navigating the world of interiors and design, I can attest to the transformative power of a well-tailored suit or an intricately patterned fabric. The current trend towards slovenliness among gentlemen is indeed a cause for concern, a testament to a lack of self-belief and pride in one’s appearance. It’s almost as if we’ve reverted to our neolithic roots, clad in nothing more than animal hides!

Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, is blissfully wedded to Meghan, yet a dear friend, who too has fallen in love with an American ex-actress and established a home in California, is mending a shattered heart.

It appears that Arthur Landon, aged 42, and Alessandra Balazs, 35, have ended their engagement. A friend has confirmed that they went separate ways sometime in the past.

The movie producer, who received a significant portion of his late brigadier father Tim’s £200million fortune and a captivating 4,250 acre estate in Hampshire, spoke up in support of Harry following their 2012 trip to Las Vegas, during which the prince was famously caught on camera at a pool party without clothes.

In 2018, they (He and Alessandra) took their seats at the forefront of St George’s Chapel for Harry and Meghan’s wedding ceremony. Following ‘Megxit’, Landon managed to preserve his friendship with Harry, as he owns a residence in Los Angeles.

Currently employed as a consultant for a lifestyle brand, Alessandra happens to be the daughter of Andre Balazs, the proprietor of the stylish Chiltern Firehouse in London. This establishment recently celebrated its tenth anniversary with a party on Thursday, which was graced by Princess Beatrice’s presence. It is worth noting that her mother, Katie Ford, previously held a significant position at Ford Models.

Prince Harry's pal splits from US actress he also set up home with in California

In 2019, Alessandra, a model at that time, commented on Landon’s transformation since his days with Harry in Las Vegas. She expressed this sentiment to the Daily Mail Diary by saying, “People do change over time.” She further praised him as one of the most sincere, honest, and kind individuals to be around.

The impeccably discreet Landon, son of an Austro-Hungarian princess, declines to comment.

Aldo tells the teetotal truth

Back in December, Aldo Zilli was revealed as the representative for tequila brand Mis Amigos. In the announcement, he was shown with a shot glass and expressed his fondness for the product, saying something along the lines of ‘I’m really into this stuff.’

However, I can reveal that the TV chef is, in fact, a teetotaller.

He softly confides in me that he’s struggled with alcohol for some time, but he hasn’t had a drink for the past two years. This revelation was made during the Heart UK x Benecol brunch in London.

As a lifestyle enthusiast, I can confidently say that ditching an old habit has brought about a significant transformation in my life. I’ve managed to lose approximately 2 kilograms and now wake up refreshed, without the burden of a hangover. It’s almost as if I’ve reclaimed my life, and it’s a feeling that tequila advertisements don’t showcase!

Jo Wood expresses reluctance about turning 70, stating, “It’s not happening next year,” at Theo Fennell’s studio in Chelsea. She avoids acknowledging the idea of being 70 by refusing to utter those words, as her ex-partner, Rolling Stone Ronnie Wood, has already reached that age seven years prior.

Television host Anna Ryder Richardson is once again in charge at the zoo she established, following a six-year absence that she attributed to its impact on her marriage.

60-year-old interior designer, renowned for her work on Changing Rooms, left Manor Wildlife Park in Pembrokeshire following her divorce from Colin MacDougall in 2018. Now, she’s thrilled to announce her return to working with animals and her dedicated team. She has grand ambitions for the future. “I am very excited,” she shares.

When Lumley climbed into the King’s bed

Dame Joanna Lumley, a longtime friend of Prince Philip, recently stayed overnight at King Charles’s modest Transylvanian guesthouse, not when the King himself is there. At present, she is filming for an upcoming ITV series that follows her journey along the Danube River, which spans 1,770 miles.

She mentions that they easily made reservations – they were completely unaware beforehand. They spent only one night there, but found it intriguing due to its simple, everyday character. There’s nothing fancy about it; it’s more of a rustic charm with antique furniture and home-prepared meals. It was quite delightful.

Spending a night immersed in stunning natural wilderness comes at a price of €120 (approximately £100), and these funds are donated towards The Prince of Wales Foundation in Romania.

Remarkably stylish television host, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, expresses shock over the drop in fashion sense among contemporary men today.

As a lifestyle connoisseur, I find myself dismayed by the current state of men’s fashion. It seems as though many men have lost touch with their personal style, opting for sloppy attire that resembles more of a laboratory experiment than well-crafted clothing. The lack of tailoring, seams, and quality fabrics is concerning, making it appear as if they’ve surrendered to their inner child, losing the refined elegance that once defined masculinity.

In a recent statement, the star of Changing Rooms (age 59), remarks: ‘My youngest granddaughter, Eleanora, who is still learning to walk, owns more intricate outfits than many men.’

How regal feet banish bunions

Queen Camilla has developed such a fondness for her bunion-relieving Sole Bliss footwear (on the left), that she’s motivated five distinguished actresses, who have portrayed queens in films, to don her shoes – quite figuratively speaking.

Actress Helen Mirren, famously known for portraying Queen Elizabeth II in the 2006 movie “The Queen,” elegantly paired her amethyst dress with the £199 Premiere patent heels from a well-known brand at this year’s Cannes Film Festival (as shown on the right).

Additionally, Olivia Colman and Imelda Staunton, known for portraying the late Queen in Netflix’s The Crown, have also walked the red carpet wearing similar shoes.

Actresses Dame Judi Dench, known for her friendship with Camilla and portrayal of Queen Elizabeth I in the Academy Award-winning film “Shakespeare In Love”, and Cate Blanchett, recognized for her Oscar-winning performance as Elizabeth in another film, have both embraced a particular belief or practice.

Photographer Alison Jackson, known for creating likenesses of notable individuals, has discovered five individuals resembling Sir Keir Starmer, one bearing the same name. However, Jackson finds it challenging to spark interest in a potential Labour Prime Minister portrayal by these lookalikes. ‘I accumulated photos of Starmer,’ she explains, ‘but I couldn’t market them because he lacks excitement – he’s more like a stern school teacher,’ she adds, ‘I discarded all the images.’

Charles’s not-so wicked whisper

Shortly following the announcement of Prince Charles and Princess Diana’s separation in 1992, the man who would become King was spotted confiding in actress Frances Barber during their co-presentation of an award at the National Theatre.

At the Ruby Wax stage show, ‘I’m Not As Well As I Thought I Was’, she reveals what Charles had said to me – a question that left everyone curious. To put it simply, my response was, “He inquired about getting my phone number.

Thirty-plus years after the event, she has unveiled the facts. “I had on a Versace coat, and Charles murmured to me, ‘That’s a Versace, isn’t it?'” is another way of saying it.

‘I said, “How did you know that, Sir?” He said: “My wife enjoys clothes.”’

Diana, the friend, was associated with fashion designer Gianni Versace, who met an unfortunate end due to gunfire in Miami, approximately six weeks prior to Diana’s own tragic car accident.

(Very) modern manners

Friend of the royals Basia Briggs is a familiar sight at the best London parties, but she’s sick of guests greeting her with kisses. ‘Men should be educated that it’s NOT all right to grab and kiss women,’ says the former owner of Hyde Park Stables. ‘Unwelcome contact is horrible. Please keep your distance and just say “hello”.’ Surely she’d make an exception for a prince?

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