
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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Prince William put 'pressure' on cousins Beatrice and Eugenie to help amid reports Andrew could leave Royal Lodge home
The Prince of Wales may have had a meeting with the York sisters as rumours swirl over their parents' potential relocation
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Queen Mary’s genius styling trick for wearing a trench in frosty weather has me re-thinking my autumn outfits
The Queen of Denmark layered her caramel-toned trench over a checked blazer and this combination is an outerwear game-changer
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Carole Middleton’s ruffled maxi proved why we should never underestimate the glamour of a plain black dress
She paired this fabulous frock with layered gold necklaces back in 2013 after wearing it first to the Waleses' wedding reception
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Kate Middleton has Mary Berry to thank for Prince William's 'surprisingly good' baking skills
The baking icon has spoken about the moment she heard she'd made a big impression on Prince William
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Kate Middleton's clever winter coat trick will give your outerwear a style refresh and added structure
The Princess of Wales has been adding belts to her coats for years and they can make a surprising amount of difference to their style
By Emma Shacklock Published
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No-one does heritage styling quite like Princess Anne and her checked tweed coat brought a traditional edge to a simple outfit
She stepped out for engagements in Suffolk wearing a green checked coat that showed functionality and style go hand in hand
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Kate Middleton’s cowboy boots and cranberry jumper was a 2016 look that ticks 2025 trend boxes
The Princess of Wales was ahead of the curve with this cosy outfit in Canada and it's worth taking note of right now
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Kate Middleton's blackberry lace dress is one of those party pieces that deserves another moment in the spotlight
Lace can be tricky to style but the Princess of Wales's 2015 outfit was a timeless occasionwear look
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Helen Skelton just wore the season’s trendiest jean style - it’s replacing barrel-leg jeans as a comfy but chic must-have
After months of barrel-leg styles dominating, carpenter jeans are on the rise and they're easier to style than you might think
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Meghan Markle reaches for 'healing blanket' whenever Archie and Lilibet are unwell as she details special family rituals
The Duchess of Sussex revealed the things she does to make her and her family feel comforted and at home wherever they go
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Prince William's 'happy place' is very different from Kate Middleton's as he reminisces on 'glory days'
The Prince of Wales feels totally at home there and it's possible his children will one day too as they share his passion for this pastime
By Emma Shacklock Published
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The reason for Queen Camilla's dramatic all-black ensemble at the Vatican will surprise you
Whilst King Charles wore a suit to meet Pope Leo XIV, her outfit was a lot bolder and followed a long-standing tradition
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Duchess Sophie proved skinny jeans deserve a place in your winter wardrobe - they make the perfect pairing with knee highs
She rarely wears jeans in public but back in 2020 her outfit showed how useful streamlined styles can be over looser silhouettes
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Alex Jones gives white jeans a wintery makeover with Zara Fair Isle cardigan and comfy ballet flats
She proved white denim can work for the colder months and this outfit was a masterclass in how to style it
By Emma Shacklock Published
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King Charles's move to 'protect' nieces Eugenie and Beatrice as they retain titles following Prince Andrew's statement
It's been claimed that the King 'insisted' on a specific course of action due to his 'high affection' for the Princesses
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Suede jackets are trending but Pippa Middleton's snuggly aviator is perfect with jeans for colder days
She wore her black aviator jacket in 2012 and it would still be a stunning and practical option for winter 2025
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Prince William 'not satisfied' with Prince Andrew relinquishing titles and could 'ban' him from royal event
The Prince of Wales might reportedly take a more 'ruthless' approach with his uncle going forwards
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Zara Tindall just braved a cloudy day in burgundy and navy and her accessories are what took this look to another level
The King's niece coordinated her Dune knee high boots and Aspinal bag to create a sophisticated outfit for Champions Day at Ascot
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Prince Louis was just offered his first patronage - and Prince William and Kate turned it down in the sweetest way
According to reports, he was given the chance to become an honorary patron after the Princess of Wales revealed his new hobby
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Kate Middleton tried ‘fun’ but ‘messy’ activity at home to make one of George’s go-to drinks
The Princess of Wales never shies away from a challenge and she reportedly had a go at pressing apples at home with the children
By Emma Shacklock Published
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The unconventional colour combination Duchess Sophie swears by has me converted
The Duchess of Edinburgh has worn berry and green together for a long time and there are key steps she takes to balance them
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Ranvir Singh's teal corduroy jumpsuit is a beautiful denim alternative that takes mere moments to style
What's not to love about an all-in-one outfit that's comfortable and sophisticated in equal measure?
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Princess Eugenie's pleated Zara skirt is her 2025 go-to and proves the importance of simple staples
She showed it's worth having a minimal yet elegant staple like this in your wardrobe that you can wear over and over again
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Meghan Markle reflects on royal exit and 'healing' with Harry as they planned to 'just get through' the next few years
She doesn't know if she had 'the bandwidth at that time' to come up with a big picture dream for their future
By Emma Shacklock Published
