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December 9, 2013

“Behaving like a princess is work. It’s not just about looking beautiful or wearing a crown. It’s more about how you are inside.”
Julie Andrews
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Are you a princess?

I admittedly can be a little bit of a princess.  Perhaps the princess complex came from being the youngest child or the only daughter.  I would request a treat from my dad every week when he went downtown (pencils, stickers, and candy) and gleefully revel in my new My Melody/Little Twin Stars treasures from his trips.  I was the typical princess in dress as well and loved florals and ruffles.  Later on, I still continued to be treated like a princess. I had the good fortune of meeting a few great guy friends during high school that were always generous and courteous.  They always held open doors, carried heavy bags, and offered a pizza treat once in a while.  Of course they set the standards for how I thought guys should act (yes my husband does all of these things too).

But of course I grew up and learned that being a princess wasn’t just about dressing the part and expecting a certain form of treatment.  I learned to be more generous, humble, and patient.  I think of the late lady Diana and her tremendous charitable work that earned her the title “The People’s Princess”.  Now that is the type of princess little girls should aspire to be – independent, generous, and kind.  I hope that we can all learn to be true princesses inside.

Have a great week lovelies!

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  • ElsaD December 9, 2013 at 02:59

    Great message! Nothing wrong about focusing on the exterior, as long as we keep making the interior an absolute priority. Have a great week!

    http://cafesocietyxxi.blogspot.de/

    • Chic 'n Cheap Living December 9, 2013 at 11:04

      Succinctly and well put dear – we should be lovely inside and out!

  • Kizzy @ The Dainty Dolls House December 9, 2013 at 04:39

    These are beautiful doll, so exquisite!! I love them. I think all of us can be divas sometimes, it’s human nature, but if you can grow and learn to be more humble and have humility then it sets you apart from the rest. Something I try to learn with every moment, it’s not easy & sometimes others don’t make it easy for you, haha. But, if you at least try, it makes life much more happier!! Have a gorgeous week my sweet xx

    The Dainty Dolls House

  • Englishvers December 9, 2013 at 06:50

    Adore all the regal gowns above especially the green and white. Ah!

  • elle sees December 9, 2013 at 08:19

    gorgeous editorial!

  • Emma (fluff and fripperies) December 9, 2013 at 09:37

    I don’t think I’m the princess type – I never wanted to be one as a little girl (or a grown up!) But I totally agree with being generous, humble and patient. For me the most important thing is trying to be kind xo

  • Kim of A Very Sweet Blog December 9, 2013 at 10:55

    you had a charming life! that’s so awesome. i was an only child, but wasn’t privileged. i worked through high school and college. i love your attitude towards it. you’re not bratty. some kids nowadays can be so mean about things. they’re blessed with so much, yet mean to others.
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

    • Chic 'n Cheap Living December 9, 2013 at 20:14

      Agreed Kim! Some kids have the good fortune to be very privileged, but they also have to learn to be generous and humble as well!

  • Lyddiegal December 9, 2013 at 11:37

    I think you are very right about what it means to be a princess, and we all need to be humble and generous. Being treated with respect goes both ways as well. Wearing pretty dresses is a bonus.

  • Mary Jo December 9, 2013 at 12:56

    Loving these images and your little meditation on what being a princess really means, so lovely. Hoping that you are enjoying a wonderful Monday!

    xo Mary Jo
    http://MagicalMined.blogspot.com

  • Sam December 9, 2013 at 13:11

    Oh yes, I can relate to the princess syndrome. That Valentino gown is so beautiful, as is the green one, beautiful photo spread….I loved reading your fashionable insight on my last post, Thank you 🙂

  • Johanna December 9, 2013 at 14:03

    As a mom of two daughters…one of which is obsessed with princesses. Well, I think I’d be willing to join the trend if I could wear these!

  • FASHION TALES December 9, 2013 at 16:08

    I always appreciate editorials styled like this, all of the details are marvellous! I love the Dior gown and floral embellishments headpiece In order to progress with grace, and succeed in my opinion, humility is definitely something we should have. )

  • Rowena December 9, 2013 at 17:41

    I def. wasn’t a princess growing up since we scraped by but I’m quite lucky I’m married to someone who treats me like one now 🙂 Yes little girls should aspire to be the kind of princess the late lady Diana was.

    Rowena @ rolala loves
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    • Chic 'n Cheap Living December 9, 2013 at 20:15

      Rowena, I was also lucky enough to marry someone who treats me like a princess as well. But I definitely treat him like a little king so it evens out!

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