Emma Shacklock
Emma is a Royal Editor with eight years experience working in publishing. Her specialist areas include the British Royal Family, ranging from protocol to outfits, titles and their magnificent royal residences. If it’s royal history or tradition you’re interested in, she’s got you covered too. Alongside putting her royal knowledge to good use with insightful news pieces and covering the Royal Family’s latest appearances, Emma is a huge fan of crime dramas.
Whether it’s classics like Midsomer Murders and Agatha Christie’s Poirot 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, 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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We weren't sure about pastels for winter until we saw Anita Rani's blush pink jumper and sage woolly hat
Anita Rani has shown that pastel shades can be perfect for this time of year with her gorgeous pink jumper and green beanie hat
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Move aside burgundy, Pippa Middleton’s forest green coat proved this glorious jewel tone is *the* seasonal shade
Pippa Middleton once wore a gorgeous green coat to the Together at Christmas service and it's a tone we couldn't be without in winter
By Emma Shacklock Published
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We rarely see Kate Middleton wearing strapless designs and her velvet dress was a sensational winter look
The Princess of Wales once stepped out wearing the most fabulous strapless black dress and this look deserves to make a comeback
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Who left Strictly Come Dancing? Strictly results 2024
Who left Strictly Come Dancing this week? We reveal who waltzed their way out of the competition week by week, from the nation's favourite reality show
By Emma Shacklock Last updated
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After everyday outfit inspiration? Ruth Langsford's mix and match jeans and jumper look is all you need
Ruth Langsford has shown how you can make the simple combination of jeans and a jumper into a new look with minimal fuss
By Emma Shacklock Published
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We’re adding Helen Skelton’s three winter essentials to our wardrobe ready for freezing days ahead
Helen Skelton has revealed the three items she believes are absolute must-haves for winter and we couldn't agree more
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Moonflower Murders ending explained: Who is the killer and how did it differ from the Anthony Horowitz book?
The Moonflower Murders ending delivers so many twists and turns - not to mention clues - and here we untangle them
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Velvet isn't going anywhere and Duchess Sophie’s sultry yet elegant dress from 2004 is still so chic
The Duchess of Edinburgh wore a fitted velvet dress 20 years ago and it would still make the perfect winter look to this day
By Emma Shacklock Published
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We never thought of a velvet jacket as a staple until we saw Claudia Winkleman’s gorgeous Jaeger blazer
Claudia Winkleman's velvet Jaeger blazer is a show-stopping tailored piece that would elevate so many winter outfits
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Queen Letizia’s Mango tuxedo blazer and matching trousers makes a festive co-ord that screams understated glamour
Queen Letizia of Spain's chic co-ord has proved that sequins and velvet aren't the only way as party season draws nearer
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Duchess Sophie styles favourite leather dress with sultry yet cosy knee high boots for the perfect edgy winter outfit
The Duchess of Edinburgh just brought back her go-to leather dress and her floral blouse and boots were the perfect accompaniments
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Queen Camilla's 'sad farewell' to 'much-loved' companion as she shares snapshots of precious memories
Queen Camilla has shared a special post on social media paying tribute as she says goodbye to a beloved 'companion' of hers
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Carole Middleton's forest green jumper and checked trousers prove comfort and festive elegance go hand-in-hand
Carole Middleton reminded us all that December outfits don’t have to be sparkly to be festive when she wore this combination in 2019
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Queen Letizia makes a plain black jumper dress the most elegant outfit for winter days out - all you need is some knee high boots and a waist belt
Queen Letizia knows how to look put-together whilst still being cosy and the secret to her style is her love for pared-back designs
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Where do King Charles and Queen Camilla live, do they own Clarence House and how many bedrooms does their sentimental home have?
King Charles has lived at Clarence House since 2003 and although he and Queen Camilla might move one day, it's a very special royal home
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Kate Winslet says confidence 'gets better with age' and reveals 'best advice' she's ever received from another woman
Kate Winslet has reflected on the lessons she's learnt and she believes 'we become more accepting of who we are' as we grow older
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Eva Mendes walks on the wild side with chic tiger print dress styled with pointed heeled boots
Eva Mendes recently enjoyed a winter shopping trip and her outfit for the day has got us adding tiger print and heeled boots to our wish list
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Queen Camilla documentary sheds light on her work to ‘put an end’ to ‘heinous crime’ of domestic abuse and what inspired her vital work
Queen Camilla's work to raise awareness of domestic abuse and sexual violence has been showcased in a new ITV documentary
By Emma Shacklock Published
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We're in awe of Anita Rani's checkerboard dress and towering heels - monochrome and red is the chicest combination
Anita Rani just re-wore her fabulous black and white checkerboard dress with vibrant red heels and it was the perfect winter evening look
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Pippa Middleton’s traditional checked coat and brown knee high boots was a Christmas Day outfit we can all recreate this festive season
Pippa Middleton's Christmas Day outfit from 2016 was the perfect blend of cosy and sophisticated - and it will never go out of style
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Duchess Sophie was a vision of elegance in slinky black dress styled with fluffy jacket and glittery clutch bag
The Duchess of Edinburgh proved that the simplest outfits can sometimes be the best when she wore a slinky black dress in 2016
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Together at Christmas: When will Kate Middleton’s carol service be on and how to watch it as the Princess shares new video?
The Princess of Wales has confirmed the return of her annual Christmas carol service and the theme is incredibly poignant this year
By Emma Shacklock Last updated
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Princess Charlene says 'chasing after eternal youth is an illusion' as she shares her relatable approach to growing older
Princess Charlene of Monaco believes we should 'accept' growing older rather than chasing 'unachievable' eternal youth
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Helen Skelton’s ravishing red one-shoulder dress stopped us in our tracks - could there be a better winter wedding outfit?
Helen Skelton attended a family wedding wearing a fabulous red gown and it's convinced us that this bold colour is the way to go
By Emma Shacklock Published