Pretend You're Dating a Prince and We'll Show You Which Real-Life Crown Would Fit You Best

By: Emily Maggrett

6 Min Quiz

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About This Quiz

Let's face it, we've all thought about what it would be like to date a prince. After all, who wouldn't want to be swept off their feet by a handsome young monarch? The whirlwind royal romances of future princesses Grace Kelly, Kate Middleton, Diana Spencer and Meghan Markle have inspired thousands of daydreamers.

Are you one of them? If you've ever wished that you could walk a mile in a real-life princess's shoes, this is the quiz for you! We're going to ask you to imagine your own royal romance with one of the world's hottest princes, such as Prince Harry Windsor (yes, we know he's already taken), Sheikh Hamdan (the Crown Prince of Dubai), Jean-Christophe (Prince Napoleon) or Denmark's Prince Nikolai. You'll visualize every step of your courtship, from your first meeting to the first time you see your prince's ancestral home.

At the end of the quiz, we'll tell you which real-life crown would be yours if you really were dating your prince! These crowns are incredible works of art, featuring hundreds of pearls and emeralds, elaborately forged metalwork, stunning diamonds and more. So, are you ready to find out which crown should sit atop your head? Then it's time to play this quiz!

The most important question is: which prince will you date?

Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex

Crown Prince Hamdan of Dubai
Jean-Christophe, Prince Napoleon (heir of Napoleon Bonaparte)

Prince Nikolai of Denmark

How did you meet your princely boyfriend?

We ran into each other at a fabulous penthouse soirée.

I spotted him horseback riding at Churchill Downs.
He bought me a glass of wine at La Closerie des Lilas.

We were introduced backstage at a Dior runway show.

Are you also of noble blood, or is it scandalous that the prince is dating you because you're a commoner?

I'm a commoner. Deal with it!

I'm also from a noble family, although not one as powerful as his.
His country has abolished the monarchy, but some loyalists are still true to his imperial house and they are NOT my fans.

My prince is so scandalous that dating me won't tarnish his reputation one bit!

Every prince has his passions. Which of your prince's interests do you share?

I'm sporty and enjoy documentaries.

I love skydiving, falconry and poetry.
I'm a sophisticated person who knows a lot about economics.

I like house music and fashion!

When magazines write steamy cover stories about your prince, how is he described?

"Sociable, handsome, wealthy ... why on earth is this prince single?"

"He's one of the hottest and most eligible bachelors out there! Plus, he's descended from an emperor."
"This billionaire prince loves traveling, animals and extreme sports."

"A blue-blooded hunk, Prince ______ isn't afraid to put his model-quality good looks to work!"

What's your "typical royal girlfriend" career?

I'm an interior decorator.

I'm an actress who plays a lawyer on a cable TV show.
I work on the staff of a prestigious literary magazine.

I'm a clothing designer, of course.

How do you two avoid the paparazzi (if you avoid the paparazzi)?

We have the world's most sophisticated security and never reveal our plans.

We don't avoid them and we even Instagram all our dates.
We try to dine at discreet restaurants. Many of our associates are famous themselves and happily keep our private lives a secret.

Who cares if people take photos of us? We're young and in love!

Besides his incredible good looks, what makes your prince lovable?

He's a meat-and-potatoes guy who just wants to have a good time.

He's a dreamy soul who's also a published poet.
He's smart as a whip.

He's got an adventurous spirit and amazing clothes.

After you start dating your prince, who do you take your style cues from?

Grace Kelly

Gigi Hadid
Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy

Lady Amelia Windsor

Are the media kind to you, or do they dig up mean facts about your past?

The media delight in finding out awful things about my past. They show me no mercy!

My prince isn't afraid to pay off the press, so my suffering is pretty minimal.
I have some huge secrets, but the media have been pretty gentle with me (so far).

The press publishes many salacious stories about me, but my friends and I think it's hilarious.

What kind of high-profile charity work will you and your prince perform?

We plant lots of ceremonial trees at community centers.

We give grants to promising young photographers.
Haha, charity work? We're too busy driving Ferraris around Monaco.

We visit war zones and hand people towels.

On social media, what's your couple hashtag?

#NottinghamLuv

#PoetPrinceandLovelyGirl
#SeriousAmour

#ModelCouple

Do you adopt a special "dating royalty" hairstyle, like Princess Kate's shimmering mane or Meghan Markle's messy bun?

I curl it daily and clip back the sides with pearly barrettes.

I start getting blowouts once a week.
I'm rarely seen without my hair in an elegant updo.

I wear my hair in a romantic crown of braids.

Why did the prince fall for you?

Though I am a commoner, I have a huge heart. Plus, I'm not related to him, unlike half the world's royals!

I'm an unforgettably attractive person who appreciates his tender soul.
We're both driven professionals with a passion for adventure.

I'm the only person who can keep up with him!

Does the royal family approve of you, or are they subtly trying to break you up?

Yeah, they're definitely trying to break us up (and not so subtly).

I'm not sure if they like me or not ... time will tell.
The royal family likes me; it's loyalists from my prince's party who don't. They're spreading terrible rumors about me.

I think they wish I had more money or came from a more impressive family.

Living like royalty can be intimidating. Which of these new situations scares you the most?

I'm afraid to go fox hunting. Seems violent, plus I love foxes!

I'm afraid of diplomatic occasions. What if I say the wrong thing and cause a war?
I'm afraid of the weight of history. My prince's upbringing was so different from mine; what if we can't relate to each other?

I'm afraid of royal dining. What are all those forks for?

Who's your favorite princess?

Princess Kate

Princess Ameerah Al-Taweel
Princess Mathilde

Princess Ingrid of Sweden

Does your prince come from your country, or will you need to move in order to be with him permanently?

I'd have to move for him, but I'm willing. Anything for love!

His country is far from mine and most people there speak a different language, but I'm ready to join the jet set.
He often works in my country and it's possible I could persuade HIM to move instead.

He's going to college in his country right now. When he's done, who knows what the future may hold?

Is your prince pursuing a career, or does "acting like a prince" take up all his time?

He was in the army, but yeah ... he's basically a full-time prince now.

He's active in his country's government and also performs roles related to the world of sports.
He's an extremely successful businessman.

He's a model!

Royal families tend to have centuries of jewels in their vaults. If your prince gave you a piece of royal jewelry, what kind would you like most?

I want a tiara!

Why not a parure (matching earrings, necklace, brooch and bracelet)?
I'd like a ring (hint, hint).

I'd love to have a diadem (jeweled headband).

What's your favorite jewel or gem?

Diamonds

Rubies
Emeralds

Sapphires

Your prince wants to surprise you for your birthday. Which of these dates should he take you on?

A picnic tea on the banks of the Thames, which he brings me to on a charming rowboat

A night at one of the world's most exclusive casinos, with an obscene amount of money he's encouraging me to waste
Dinner at New York's best sushi restaurant

A Fashion Week after-party, attended by up-and-coming European celebrities

You and your prince agree to do a photo shoot for an international magazine. What setting will you be photographed in?

The photographer shoots us as we frolic on the grass lawns which surround my prince's majestic estate.

We're captured diving in the Persian Gulf.
The photographer takes us to a London skyscraper and shoots us as we look out over the sleeping city.

We're dressed up in rags and made to pose in crowns while slumping around a derelict factory. So chic!

Who's your favorite king or queen?

Queen Elizabeth I of England

Prince Abdol-Hossein Farmanfarma of the Qajar Dynasty
Emperor Napoleon I of France

King Christian V of Denmark

Does your prince speak a second language? What is it?

Sadly, this prince only speaks English.

He speaks Arabic as well as English.
He speaks French, English and Spanish.

He speaks Danish, English, French and German.

When it comes to precious metals, are you more fond of gold, platinum or silver?

I adore silver; it looks beautiful against my skin.

There's no metal as fine as gold.
I prefer platinum.

I don't care about precious metals. Give me more jewels!

Which lavish sport does your prince enjoy? Do you force yourself to learn it so that you can spend more time together?

My prince likes polo, so I make myself play it. Besides, the clothes are cute.

My prince digs skydiving and race car driving, but I am too scared to accompany him.
The only thing my prince plays is the stock market.

My prince likes to go yachting. I don't mind going along; it's a good excuse to break out my bikini.

Your prince takes you to visit his ancestral home. What's it like?

Which one? He's heir to many awe-inspiring palaces, which people travel from all over the world to see.

My prince's main ancestral residence is Zabeel Palace, exotic but a bit sinister at the same time.
It's a huge French chateau that includes a medieval castle. When I kiss him there, I feel like I'm kissing a piece of living history.

His family has four palaces and occupies them based on which season it is. My favorite is their summer palace, which is surrounded by forests and botanical gardens.

Is it easy to enjoy private time with your prince, or are there always servants around?

My prince is surrounded by bodyguards and it definitely cramps our style.

My prince has many servants, but we're talented at escaping them together.
My prince doesn't see the need for more than one or two servants. Nothing gets in the way of our romance!

My prince can't afford servants, thankfully.

Ultimately, do you hope to marry your prince, or do you feel that royal life comes with too many burdens?

I'm tempted to marry my prince, but being a princess in his country is a full-time job.

My prince's family is extremely traditional, and I'm worried I'd be forced into a very traditional role if we married. On the other hand, he's rich!
I'm definitely going to marry my prince. The monarchy is almost dead in his country, so I'm not risking anything.

Maybe! I think we're too young to settle down, but I'd love to be a princess.

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