Governor of the Bahamas

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Whether you like them or not, you have to admit that the Duke and Duchess of Windsor had style. During the Second World War, Winston Churchill installed the Duke of Windsor as the Governor of the Bahamas to keep him quiet so to speak.  So in 1940, Wallis and Edward sailed to Nassau.   Apparently Government House was in nearly derelict so the Windsors rented private homes until it was rebuilt.  Most of these photos were taken in 1941 by photographer David E. Scherman and give you a glimpse into their Bahamian life.  I'm not sure Stefan and I will look quite as chic on our sojourn to Nassau (I wonder if Stefan owns a pink jacket) but I hope to visit Government House among other historic sites while we are on the island. The Windsors also spent time in Miami just as we are planning to do after the cruise.  Too bad I don't also have a fabulous collection of Goyard luggage like Wallis.  Those were the days.

 

The view from Government House

Crown emblem in place of a lisence plate on Nassau.

The Duke of Duchess of Windsor in Miami, 1941

The Duchess of Windsor in Florida 1955

Pretty in Pink: Government House

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After a brief reprieve yesterday, the weather is cold again.  What could be better to post today than the pink Government House in Nassau, Bahamas.  It makes me think back to that 80 degree day and all the lovely Bahamians who wished us good day as we passed them.  Hope you have a good day too!

Photo looking down to Nassau Harbour in 1941.  There were no cruiseships back then!

Photos by Heather Clawson for Habitually Chic

India Hicks Caribbean Chic

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Our cruise is docking in Nassau but only for a day.  If we had more time, I would definitely would have tried to meet Harbour Island resident India Hicks in person.  If there is anyone who epitomizes effortless elegance, it's India.  For those of you who don't know, her father was renowned interior designer David Hicks and her brother is designer Ashley Hicks.  Good taste runs in the family and can definitely be seen in the homes India has designed and decorated with her partner David Flint Wood.  She's also been in a the news more lately in relation to the upcoming Royal Wedding since she was bridesmaid at the wedding of Princess Diana to Prince Charles.  Despite all these things or maybe because of them, she is the most unaffected and down to earth person which is so refreshing.  Since all of her properties are available to rent out, I definitely see another trip to the Bahamas in my future! Enjoy!