But Steve, her travel arrangements and stylists, luxurious places to stay and servants packing her underwear are not to any great extent under her own control. She is more or less 'sent' on engagements, wearing what her stylists decide is appropriate. Can you not see that it's a gilded cage? You sound a bit jealous of her wealth and her opulent surroundings, but I'm almost sure you'd be driven crazy in a couple of months by such a restricted way of life. I enjoy very much my freedom to go out for a simple stroll in the park, wearing comfortable clothes of my choice, munching on a Wispa bar and nattering to a neighbour. No amount of servants, dressers, chefs, chauffeurs or personal secretaries would suffice to compensate me for the lack of freedom which as an ordinary person I relish. Regarding the other Royals, this thread as I understand it, is about the Queen's 90th Birthday, not the behaviour or shortcomings of her family. (And I think I'd prefer to pack my own knickers to be honest!)