
Emma Shacklock
Emma is a Royal Editor with eight years experience working in publishing, across Digital and Print media and she specialises in the British Royal Family. Whether you want to know what protocols are in place at royal occasions, what titles each royal holds or what beautiful outfits they’ve just stepped out wearing, she’s got you covered. Royal traditions and history are particular areas of interest for her and she covered King Charles III’s coronation live in 2023, as well as the funeral of the late Queen Elizabeth II.
Alongside putting her royal knowledge to good use with insightful evergreen and news pieces as she covers the Royal Family’s latest appearances, Emma is a huge fan of crime dramas. Whether it’s classics like Midsomer Murders and Silent Witness or the latest release on the BBC or ITV, Emma is sure to dive right in. She uses her expertise in entertainment pieces that answer fans’ burning questions about new shoes, whether it’s explaining a complex ending or revealing all we know about the future of a hit series.
When she’s not writing about the next unmissable show to add to your to-watch list or delving into royal protocol, Emma enjoys cooking (anything with cheese is a plus), long walks and watching yet more crime dramas!
Before she joined Future, Emma graduated from the University of Warwick with a degree in English and Comparative Literary Studies and studied everything from Victorian poetry to modern classics before starting out her publishing career in the world of books. She worked as a Publisher for an independent digital publisher specialising in back-list and debut commercial and literary fiction novels.
Alongside her work bringing brilliant stories to the widest audience possible, Emma filled her spare time with reading the latest best-sellers and enjoying plenty of hit shows. In 2017 she joined TI Media as Fiction Writing Coordinator on Woman’s Weekly and Woman’s Weekly Fiction as part of the features team.
She commissioned and edited short stories ready for our loyal readers to enjoy and after becoming Books and Fiction Editor began writing for the books pages of Woman, Woman’s Own and womanandhome, as well as online features too. After honing her skills, Emma joined the womanandhome digital team in 2020 and has gone on to amass a wealth of experience, bringing inspiring news to our audience each day.
Latest articles by Emma Shacklock
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Zara Tindall's 'ideal date night' with Mike is seriously down-to-earth and involves just three thingsThe Tindalls much prefer a quiet night in to an evening out - and that's very on-brand for these 'low-key' royals
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King Charles and Camilla just recreated one of Queen Elizabeth's most hilarious moments - but it was a real struggleIt's never dull when the royals are tasked with cake-cutting and as soon as a sword is involved things become seriously memorable
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Don’t let wedding season creep up on you! Duchess Sophie just delivered simple inspiration with her icy-blue maxi dressShe's a big fan of florals and this whimsical frock also featured paisley motifs to create an elegant and spring-like feel
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Kate Middleton and Prince William's 'intimate and symbolic' moment captured on camera - and it's so heart-warming to seePhotographer Chris Jackson has reflected on this candid photo he took at the Earthshot Awards and what it says about the couple
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Alex Jones styles spring-green stripes as she announces exciting new role - and the combination couldn’t be more perfectThe presenter made a case for striped tops as a seasonal staple that works for these sunny but mild days
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Princess Eugenie 'resisting' Sarah Ferguson moving in with her 'even temporarily' amid Epstein scandalHer husband Jack Brooksbank's 'first loyalty' is to Eugenie and their sons - and he 'won't do anything' to increase the attention on them
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Cerulean blue is the trending colour Kate Middleton loves - and her pastel midi dress is the perfect staple for sunny springRemember this outfit? The Princess showed us how to style the 2026 colour trend long before it became popular
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Queen Mary’s timeless ballet flats are the chic shoe style you might be overlooking for your spring wardrobeThere's something about the effortless elegance of this footwear that elevates an outfit - whilst still being comfortable
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This Prince Louis picture had royal photographer 'chuckling behind the camera' and you'll recognise it at onceChris Jackson says the royal children 'always' make him smile when he's working as they don't necessarily adhere to protocol
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The 'one royal' fighting Princess Beatrice and Eugenie's corner after move to 'protect' themAs some question them retaining their titles, royal author Robert Jobson believes this family member 'actually cares' about the sisters
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Kate Middleton and Prince William's new State Banquet portrait subtly showcases their modern approach as a royal coupleThe Prince and Princess' picture blends 'elements of classic portraiture and nature' with creativity - and it's perfect for them
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Kate Middleton 'so personally affected’ by Prince Philip's death she encouraged William to reach out to HarryShe's said to have had a close relationship with the late Duke of Edinburgh, who sympathised with her 'plight'
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Queen Mary's breezy linen trousers and white T-shirt is about as simple as styling gets - and it's perfect for sunny days aheadThe Queen of Denmark has been making the most of the weather Down Under and this summer outfit is the most wearable of all
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I've been covering State Banquets for years - these are the 3 details in Kate Middleton's gorgeous green outfit that are most intriguingWe all know the royals send messages with their outfits but did you spot each of these important elements?
By Emma Shacklock Published
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As we prepare for another big tiara moment, take our quiz on the most spectacular headpieces we've seen the royals wearThese tiaras are breath-takingly beautiful - how much do you know about them?
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Kate Middleton's done it again! Her dove-grey State Visit outfit is just as meaningful as it is elegantThe Princess of Wales greeted the President and First Lady of Nigeria wearing a designer we've not seen her style before
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Kate Middleton's State Banquet trick is the royals' secret weapon - and we could be about to see it in action againThe Princess of Wales always nails her State Banquet styles - but have you ever noticed quite how much thought goes into the details?
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Kate Middleton's emerald green St Patrick's Day outfit includes two flattering details that will transform your spring styleThe Princess of Wales used two accessories to give her style extra definition and polish as she attended the Irish Guards' parade
By Emma Shacklock Published
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This is the elegant spring top the royals can't stop wearing - and Kate Middleton's collection is particularly colourfulPussybow blouses are back on trend for 2026 and Kate, Zara and Letizia have been loving wearing them with tailored staples
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Need an easy spring outfit formula? Alex Jones' trench coat and indigo jeans are a comfy and timeless combinationDark wash denim and structured trenches can be paired with a huge range of different pieces to dress them up or down
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Prince William's touching Mother’s Day tribute to Princess Diana showcases new bittersweet family traditionThe Prince of Wales shared a photo from the family's private collection and this was the only post from the Waleses this year
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Carole Middleton was 'dead set against' this huge Kate decision at first - and it could've changed everythingThe Princess of Wales's parents were apparently quite surprised and uncertain when she announced she'd had a change of plans
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Need a go-to spring shoe? Kate Middleton's high-street loafers are back in stock - it's hard to imagine an outfit they won't go withThe Princess of Wales first wore the Boden Nya loafers for a visit in February and the chocolate brown ones are our favourites
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Is there a new Fab Four in town? Carole Middleton's moments with Zara, Mike and Princess Anne at Cheltenham might surprise youThe Princess of Wales's mother was pictured laughing and joking with these three royals in a way we've never got to see before
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