Controversy over Kate

Unfortunately for The Duchess of Cambridge (aka Kate Middleton), it seems that even vacationing on a private island doesn't guarantee privacy.

Apparently, photos are being shopped around of Kate - in a bikini - and Prince William walking along the beach with Kate's baby bump clearly visible. The British media have agreed not to publish the photos, but a bidding war is expected to break out among foreign press units, including the US and Australian press.

Will you be taking a peek at these photos when/if they're made public, or will you be respecting the couple's privacy? Let me know in the comments!

Kate Middleton Baby Bump

Kate Middleton took the world's most famous baby bump out for a stroll in London last week. 

The thing is, she covered up with a poncho! Speculation is rife as to whether or not Kate's keeping a bump under wraps or if she was just keeping warm, but my money's on just keeping warm. 

The Duchess, who is due in July 2013, wore her signature skinny jeans along with an Orvis cape. (Some people think the cape may be a 2010 Zara product, but I think it more closely resembles the Orvis piece.)

Kate's been keeping a low profile since being released from the hospital in December, but - with news that she's been taking daily meetings with her charities - I expect that we'll begin to see her out and about soon!

What do YOU think of Kate's maternity style thus far? 

Royals, Royals, Everywhere

If you're anything like me, you're getting a bit antsy waiting for your royal news - but fear not, I have some updates for you!

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First - it seems the Middleton clan, with Prince William in tow (naturally) have descended on Mustique for their yearly vacation. Some reports are saying that this is a "babymoon" for the couple, however the Middleton family vacations there nearly every year, so I doubt it's anything more than their annual family trip. So far there's no photographic evidence, but Twitter and Tumblr are heating up with speculation (and, of course, debate).

STAFF MEMBER CONFIRMS SEEING PRINCE WILLIAM AND PIPPA MIDDLETON

— Royal Forum Morons (@RoyalForumMoron) February 5, 2013

Kate and Pippa (diving) playing around in Mustique a few years ago.
Photo Credit: Vogue

 Second - The Duchess of Cambridge (aka Kate Middleton) has announced that she will be undertaking her first engagement since her surprise appearance in December at the Sports Personality of the Year Awardsin two weeks.

The Duchess of Cambridge is to visit Hope House, Action on Addiction, in London on February 19 (not 15, as I originally put. Sorry).
— Richard Palmer (@RoyalReporter) February 5, 2013

Third - Prince Harry, who has recently returned from a four-month tour in Afghanistan with the British Army, will be headed to Africa toward the end of this month on a trip to support Sentebale, the charity he founded in the African country of Lesotho.

Photo Credit: Zimbio.com

So there you have it! Lots of royal news today. Who are you more excited to see out and about, Kate or Harry? Let me know in the comments!