"In an effort to counter a rare eruption of public criticism against members of Jordan’s royal family, Queen Rania has undergone a subtle image makeover in recent months that has seen the wife of King Abdullah play down her glamorous reputation in favour of a more low-key approach. Close observers of the Jordanian court say the queen is now seen in public above all in connection with charitable and educational projects. They also point out that Queen Rania has changed her wardrobe, and now regularly appears at functions and events wearing more simple and modest attire." (thanks Zainab)