
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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Not shorts, not jeans, Duchess Sophie's cropped white trousers are the perfect in-between item to pair with everything from shirts to camisCapri pants are having a moment in 2026 and this outfit from 2022 shows exactly how to style them for summer weather
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Queen Elizabeth's non-negotiable summer rule kept her bedroom cool no matter how hot the weather got - and here's why I’m copying herThere's a common cooling mistake we could all be making in this heatwave but it seems like the late monarch knew how to avoid it
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Kate Middleton's refined black and white dress is a timeless summer style - and I've found an alternative from one of her favourite brandsThis gorgeous monochrome ME+EM midi is now 30% off and it instantly made me think of the Princess's 2022 polo outfit
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Yes, you can style black in summer - Queen Letizia's monochrome midi and elegant espadrilles prove it and we're copying herThe Queen of Spain wore a black and white ensemble that still felt incredibly seasonal thanks to the timeless designs
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Prince Harry's 'complex feelings' for stepmother Queen Camilla must be put aside if he wants royal reconciliation with King CharlesThe Queen was there when the Sussexes met the King at Highgrove House and this made a powerful statement
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Kate Middleton's favourite summer shoe style is perfect for heel lovers and flats fans - and they're perfect with breezy dressesThe Princess of Wales loves neutral slingbacks this time of year and her collection has stood the test of time
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Harriet Phillips' maxi dress and comfy trainers are a failsafe combination when the thought of picking an outfit fills you with dreadPrincess Anne's new daughter-in-law wore this combination for a low-key outing in 2024 and it's the perfect smart-casual duo
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Alex Jones has the perfect summer pairing - her mid-length denim shorts and striped shirt are flattering, easy and coolAdding an elegant long-sleeved blouse like this can elevate casual shorts and make them less daunting to wear this time of year
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Prince Harry made an awkward blunder during his UK visit and I can't believe more people haven’t noticed itIf you listened to his latest podcast interview you might have heard him make an error when he chatted through his 'occupation'
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Duchess Sophie's cape sleeve maxi dress proves you can add coverage and still be cool when the temperature soarsThe billowy long sleeves covered her arms at a reception in June and this flowy shape would be perfect for the heatwave now
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Princess Diana overruled King Charles before making surprising compromise for William and HarryPrince Harry's surprising podcast introduction just reminded me about his parents' naming clash
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Emilia Fox's cherry blossom print midi is the perfect alternative to sleeveless dresses when you want to be cool and comfyThe Silent Witness actor's outfit for Henley Festival had long, billowy sleeves that were chic and lightweight
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The location for Prince Archie and Lilibet's private reunion with King Charles says a lot about royal prioritiesThey could have met up anywhere but Prince Harry's family went to the King's private Highgrove House in Gloucestershire
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Kate Middleton's gorgeous gingham dress is a summer frock option that'll have you looking picnic-ready at all timesGingham couldn't be more perfect for this time of year and the Princess put a 'grown-up' spin on it at the polo
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Mike Tindall's special trip with Zara he's been planning for 'ages'They've been looking for dates that work to go on this dreamy-sounding holiday - and Mike's 'definitely' bringing the kids
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Kate Middleton overheard confessing how she 'keeps going' through 'harder times'The Princess of Wales opened up to tennis star Tim Henman about what she focused on during her Three Peaks Challenge
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Duchess Sophie's surprise acting debut might make even show 'addict' Queen Camilla jealousThe Duchess of Edinburgh has just guest starred in a radio drama that Queen Camilla has called her 'faithful companion'
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Kate Middleton's 'long-held' promise to Princess Charlotte she kept at Wimbledon after feeling mum 'guilt'They went to watch the tennis in 2024 together as a special 'treat' amid the Princess of Wales's cancer treatment
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Meghan Markle 'knows' this move with Archie and Lilibet would boost 'diminishing popularity of the Sussexes' - but will she do it?Royal expert Emily Andrews thinks a picture of the children with King Charles would help the family's public image
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Queen Camilla beats the heat at Wimbledon and abandons royal tradition - her 'comfortable' cooling device can make a 'huge difference'The Royal Family reach for folding fans, parasols and sunglasses in warm weather but she chose a modern handheld option instead
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Zara Tindall styles stripes at Wimbledon and her dusty blue and white dress was a masterclass in refined simplicityShe's worn this pattern to the tennis plenty of times but this pastel design was subtler and made accessorising even easier
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Carole Middleton stuns in sophisticated floral maxi dress at Wimbledon - and brings back block heel sandals as a comfy finishing touchThe Princess of Wales's mother was back watching the tennis on Day 9 and her style formula was timeless and breezy
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Carole and Pippa Middleton's awkward Wimbledon mistake they avoided this year as they enjoyed special privilegeBack in 2017 the Princess of Wales's mother and sister apparently made a faux pas that cost them their exclusive seats
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Prince Archie and Lilibet have 'no concept' of grandfather Charles being King but are 'excited' by possibility of UK meet-upPrince Harry and Meghan are reportedly 'keeping them away from' the royal spotlight so they can have a 'normal' upbringing
By Emma Shacklock Published
