The young Elizabeth's blissful upbringing allowed her a freedom which she was to lose once she inherited the crown.
Although she retains her title, the Duchess of York has remained on the periphery of the Royal Family following the scandals that have dogged her life.
A look at how Andrew and Sarah, who once upon a time were a handsome, loving couple with the world at their feet, fell from grace.
Over the past decade, Kate has transformed her style from university student to Duchess, with the utterly elegant, chic and classic look we know and love today.