Kate Middleton made her first appearance as the Princess of Wales, in a sparkling crystal tiara. The royals arrived for a special banquet at Buckingham Palace to welcome South African President–President Cyril Ramaphosa. In terms of her sartorial choices, the Princess wore a spectacular swan-hued gown by designer–Jenny Packham. The regal white silhouette featured elevated shoulders, that came stitched with tiny stars, and flowers, embroidered in crystal thread, and sequins. The long-cape sleeves complemented Princess Kate’s royal blue sash.
The lover’s knot tiara by Queen Mary, was one of Princess Diana’s favourite pieces. A part of her jewellery stack were a pair of earrings, and a bracelet, loaned from her late mother-in-law, Princess Diana, and Queen Elizabeth’s treasured jewels. Joining Kate, and Prince William at the special gala were King Charles III, and Queen Camilla.
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Queen Camilla also took her new role and arrived in her Belgian Sapphire Tiara of the late Queen Elizabeth. Complimenting her crystal jewels was a striking, electric blue gown that featured blue lace sleeves, and a brooch-decorated waist. Paying homage to her mother-in-law, Queen Consort picked up a special Sapphire-encrusted neckpiece and earring.
While women chose to wear heirloom jewels, men from the royal family picked up neat, and crisp black pantsuits, teamed with royal badges, and bow-tie. Welcoming the African President to the United Kingdom, the gala marked the first formal state visit hosted by the newly-crowned king Charles III.
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