
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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Priyanka Chopra just proved white sundresses will never be toppled as the perfect Wimbledon outfit
A white dress is one of the most versatile items you'll ever own and Priyanka's Ralph Lauren one was stunning at Wimbledon
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Claudia Winkleman's Mary Janes are a chic alternative to summer stilettos - get the look without the Chanel price tag
Two-tone shoes like hers will never go out of fashion and they add extra elegance to an outfit
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Kate Middleton just wore taupe stripes for summer so I'm ready to abandon blue and white
The Princess of Wales paid a special visit to Colchester Hospital and her outfit was elegantly pared-back.
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Princess Anne’s recent fashion faux pas caught me by surprise - Queen Elizabeth had a clever way of avoiding it
The Princess Royal joined the King and Queen at the final Garden Party of the year wearing a royal blue outfit
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Charlotte Hawkins turns up the brightness on summer outfits with sunshine-yellow midi and slip-on gold sandals
Butter yellow has been having a moment this year but she went for something a little more vibrant at Hampton Court Palace.
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Duchess Sophie enjoys an ice-cream in the sunshine wearing adorable crochet bag and signature wedges
The Duchess of Edinburgh wore some summery, casual accessories with an elevated ME+EM dress at Hampton Court Palace.
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Beat the heat in style like Kate Middleton - her floppy Wimbledon sun hat is back in stock
The Princess of Wales's wide-brimmed hat was a gorgeous - and practical - addition to her 2022 Wimbledon outfit.
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Angellica Bell flies the flag for fabulous London style at Wimbledon in poppy print dress and post box clutch
She stepped out on Day 1 in a white and red outfit that was timeless with a playful British twist.
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Seeing stripes? Princess Beatrice's baby blue Wimbledon co-ord shows why they're a classic
Princess Beatrice is the first British royal to attend Wimbledon 2025 and her Sandro shirt and skirt are trés chic.
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Carole Middleton's elegant Wimbledon outfit formula is a failsafe style for so many summer occasions
What’s not to love about a beautiful outfit combination that’s easy to put together and comfortable to wear?
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'Why do we find it so difficult to accept a compliment?' - Jasmine Harman’s comments on body positivity are a much-needed conversation-starter
The A Place In The Sun star has posed a simple but very important question I think many of us can relate to
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Sea-green is her colour! Duchess Sophie dazzles in flowing midi dress with versatile neutral accessories
The Duchess of Edinburgh's new floral dress is so elegant and the green-blue colour is my new favourite.
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Lorraine Kelly reveals her simple secret for thicker-looking hair
The ITV star isn't the only one to use this quick and easy method and she revealed it live on air.
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Pippa Middleton in peppermint was a Wimbledon style moment I'll always remember
She wore this outfit back in 2017 and I still think this soft green tone is perfect for the summer months.
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What wedges does Kate Middleton wear? Where to buy her summer shoe staples
Kate Middleton's wedges are an elegant option for the summer months and there are certain designs she's had in her collection for years
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Princess Diana had an unexpected codename to prevent royal secret from leaking
The name is a rather surprising choice and features a nod to one of the late Princess's lesser-used titles.
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Kate Middleton and Prince William 'planning' for new family member to share Adelaide Cottage home with
The Prince and Princess of Wales have always had an adorable canine companion since they've been married.
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I've always been wary of sheer fabrics but Anita Rani's sophisticated turquoise tulip print dress has changed my mind
Anita Rani attended the F1 movie premiere wearing a fabulous Rat & Boa dress that has given me so much inspiration.
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Kate Middleton’s go-to summer heels will see you through from day to night in comfort and style
The Princess of Wales loves slingbacks for summer and her kitten heeled shoes from 2023 are one of her favourite pairs.
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Still haven’t found the perfect wedding guest outfit? Zara Tindall’s periwinkle-blue trouser suit makes a refreshing change to a dress
After three days of wearing stunning dresses, Zara Tindall went for something a little different for her final Ascot 2025 outfit.
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Zara Tindall ditches stilettos for the comfortable heel style that makes walking on grass a breeze
The King's niece went for stability and style when she wore block-heeled platform sandals following the end of Royal Ascot.
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Prince William looks to this 'quiet' confidante outside the Royal Family for helpful 'advice'
Navigating life as the future King and a father-of-three with all the responsibilities that involves can’t be easy.
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Princess Eugenie stands out from the crowd with chilli-red high street dress that I’ve got my eye on for summer occasions
If there’s ever a time to embrace fun, bold colours it’s surely summer - and that’s exactly what she did at Royal Ascot.
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Prince William and Kate Middleton’s ongoing 'mental challenge' keeps them from ever seeing this pastime through to the end
The Prince and Princess of Wales are unable to finish one of their favourite hobbies for a very simple reason.
By Emma Shacklock Published