Mistress of the Robes

The Mistress of the Robes (literally translated: Champion of the clothes ) is the highest-ranking female members of the British royal household, according to a Mistress. The name goes back to the original mission of this office, which mainly included the responsibility for the clothes and the jewelry of the queen.

The high position of trust a " Mistress of the Robes " for the ruling queen or the wife of the King ( Queen Consort ) has significant political importance within the British court. The Queen Dowager (Queen Dowager ) and the Princess of Wales also had their own " Mistress of the Robes ." Since the reign of Queen Victoria almost always had only Duchesses ( Duchess ) held the office. As Mistress of the Robes she lives in an apartment at Buckingham Palace and the Queen often accompanied on their travels. When your closest friend she has insight into the eventful life of the British royal family.

Among the well-known ladies who himself later became the Queen Consort of England, were, among others, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Catherine Howard and Catherine Parr.