
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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Kate Middleton's sage green chino shorts are an elevated alternative to denim that I'm copying in this heatwaveThe Princess wore these timeless shorts in The Bahamas and they're a comfy style to inspire your summer outfits
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Kate Middleton's sentimental gift she could pass on to Princess Charlotte - and we haven't seen it in over a decadeThe Princess of Wales used to wear a particular piece a lot and she apparently received it as a wedding gift from Queen Camilla
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Kate Middleton vs Carole Middleton - their citrus yellow and blush Royal Ascot outfits seem different but they use the same chic style tricksWhen you want to elevate a summer outfit look no further than this regal duo for inspiration
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Could Prince George going to Eton actually be better for Charlotte and Louis? Why this choice kept all the Wales children's futures in mindHe'll be taking a different path to his younger siblings and this school separation could help them all in the long run
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King Charles's important instruction to uncertain Princess Charlotte during key Trooping the Colour momentThe young royal asked a key question on the Buckingham Palace balcony and her grandfather stepped in to guide her
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Zara Tindall's lilac wrap dress and soft pink accessories at Royal Ascot have a 'Kate Middleton-ness' that instantly won me overThis pastel outfit that had all the hallmarks of the Princess of Wales's signature structured yet feminine style
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Prince George's new school confirmed and rumours over over a break in royal tradition are finally put to restA month before he says goodbye to Lambrook School forever we finally know where the future King is heading next
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Prince William admits he still enjoys hobby that fills Kate Middleton with 'horror' - but he does it in 'disguise'During a recent visit to Norfolk the future King revealed he does this activity 'quietly' when he can
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Kate Middleton just wore one of her most meaningful pieces of jewellery on Garter Day in special nod to parents Carole and MichaelThe Princess of Wales was given these bespoke earrings as a present and the design has the key elements that link to her family
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Blunder on the balcony - this senior royal checked his phone at Trooping the Colour and Queen Elizabeth would've been furiousYes, you read that right - pictures captured this surprising moment during the flypast and I can't quite believe it
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Kate Middleton's surprise tribute to Prince William at Trooping the Colour was subtle but incredibly specialThe Princess of Wales chose her outfit with care and it echoed an iconic matching mother-son moment from 1987
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From sport to drinking games, Mike Tindall reveals the most competitive royal - and it wasn't who I was expectingSpeaking exclusively to woman&home correspondent Emily Andrews, he said this person is ultra competitive about 'everything'
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Pippa Middleton’s hibiscus-red maxi dress is the sensational summer outfit we’re packing for our next tripShe attended a wedding at Lake Como in 2023 wearing a Phase Eight dress and showed that bright red isn't a colour to be afraid of
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Kate Middleton recalls 'intimidating' experience she's faced as a senior royal and why she finds it so 'inspiring'The Princess of Wales thinks this isn't the most 'natural environment' to walk into but she loves getting a behind-the-scenes glimpse
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Queen Elizabeth 'made it clear' to Harry she'd give her 'blessing' for him and Meghan to leave royal life - but on this conditionAccording to royal correspondent Duncan Larcombe the late Queen wanted her grandson to truly understand what a royal exit meant
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Kate Middleton's Trooping the Colour outfit showed just how seriously she takes Queen Elizabeth's unofficial mottoThe Princess of Wales's look from 2024 was monochrome perfection and it spoke volumes during such a challenging year
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How much do you know about Trooping the Colour? Test yourself with our quiz and find outTrooping the Colour is an important event in the royal calendar each year but do you know what it's for and what it involves?
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Kate Middleton's refreshing road trip drink before Peter Phillips' wedding isn't quite what I expectedAs the Princess of Wales got out of the car we got to see the drink she'd brought for the journey and it was a very healthy choice
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Zara Tindall's relaxed blue jeans and adidas trainers are a comfy combination that's perfect for unpredictable weatherRain or shine, you can always rely on denim and trainers and Zara chose this classic pairing for her brother's wedding rehearsal
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Kate Middleton's poignant confession after personal Trooping the Colour milestone - 'there's only so much you can do'According to a royal author, the Princess of Wales was 'exhausted' after attending her first royal event of 2024
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Harriet Sperling's wedding tribute to Princess Anne was the perfect way to blend royal tradition and individualityPeter Phillips and Harriet Sperling did things a little differently but the bride still found a way to honour her mother-in-law
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Looking for your new favourite jeans? Queen Mary's flares could eclipse your go-to straight-leg pairsWe don't often see the Queen of Denmark in denim and these flares are a comfy shape for summer
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Duchess Sophie's silky blouse is an elevated alternative to T-shirts and delivers the perfect amount of arm coverageIf you're not a fan of vest tops and want something smarter than a classic tee, this type of top is a great option
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Prince Harry was 'always concerned' about being 'overshadowed' by William’s children, claims Princess Diana's biographerAndrew Morton believes that interested is already starting to move towards George, Charlotte and Louis over their uncle
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