Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One app.

Start reading

Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles. One news app.

Start reading

EXPLAINED: State banquet | Vintage Vibes

Love it or hate it, Queen Camilla's amethyst State Banquet necklace makes a sentimental royal statement

She honoured the past and updated things to suit her style - this perfectly sums up the royals' approach to fashion

Woman & Home · Apr 29

Another Guest Wore Princess Kate's Green Gown to Nigerian State Banquet

The design looks familiar because it is: Princess Kate wore the same gown to the Royal Variety Performance last November.

Marie Claire · Mar 19

The Mystery Behind Princess Kate’s State Banquet Ballgown

The designer believed in “beautifully made pieces to be treasured and passed down to the next generation, much like jewelry.”

Marie Claire · Mar 19

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

I've been covering State Banquets for years - these are the 3 details in Kate Middleton's gorgeous green outfit that are most intriguing

We all know the royals send messages with their outfits but did you spot each of these important elements?

Woman & Home · Mar 19

Kate Middleton's State Banquet trick is the royals' secret weapon - and we could be about to see it in action again

The Princess of Wales always nails her State Banquet styles - but have you ever noticed quite how much thought goes into the details?

Woman & Home · Mar 18

Kate Middleton's tiara was the crowning glory of her icy blue Jenny Packham dress for German State Banquet

This was the first time she's worn the Oriental Circlet Tiara and I believe it was chosen very carefully to send a message

Woman & Home · Dec 4, 2025

Kate Middleton's glimmering gold State Banquet dress immediately reminded me of her most iconic gown of all time

The Princess of Wales switched things up at the Windsor Castle event and wore a dress with a sparkling lace over-coat

Woman & Home · Sep 18, 2025

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Kate Middleton’s first tiara moment in 19 months was even more meaningful than I’d hoped - thanks to these subtle details

The Princess of Wales made her triumphant return to State Banquets and several choices she made spoke volumes

Woman & Home · Jul 9, 2025

Princess of Wales dazzles in dark red silk at star-studded Macron state banquet return

Windsor Castle welcomed Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte in a glittering event also attended by Sir Mick Jagger and Sir Elton John

Evening Standard · Jul 8, 2025

Kate is star of the show in dark red silk for dazzling state banquet return

The future queen joined the King, Queen Camilla and the Prince of Wales and some 160 guests

The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2025

Duchess Sophie's shimmering State Banquet shoes epitomise everything we love about her style

The Duchess of Edinburgh wore glimmering gold shoes to a State Banquet and it showcased her love of blending fun and timeless pieces

Woman & Home · Dec 4, 2024

David and Victoria Beckham join King and Queen at Qatari state banquet

The former England captain and ex-Spice Girl were among 170 guests who gathered in honour of the Emir of Qatar

Evening Standard · Dec 3, 2024

Duchess Sophie’s reunion with Prince Edward after he missed two significant family moments where she stepped out solo

Duchess Sophie's reunion with Prince Edward followed several solo appearances as he missed a State Banquet and the King's birthday

Woman & Home · Nov 28, 2023

Kate Middleton makes statement at State Banquet as she wears Queen Elizabeth and Princess Anne’s signature style must-have

Kate Middleton made a statement with a bold accessory she's not worn to a State Banquet before and they're a Royal Family favourite

Woman & Home · Nov 22, 2023

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

Woman & Home · Nov 22, 2023

Kate Middleton makes history at State Banquet in sentimental Strathmore Rose Tiara not seen for decades and angelic designer gown

Kate Middleton's State Banquet look featured the illusive Strathmore Rose Tiara and a cape-sleeve gown by one of her go-to designers

The Independent UK · Nov 21, 2023

Charles rebrands state banquet tableware with his kingly cypher

The monarch hosted South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol at a state dinner at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday evening.

Woman & Home · Nov 1, 2023

Queen Camilla’s shimmering blue tunic and palazzo trousers deliver serious glamour in Kenya as she pulls out some show-stopping jewellery

Queen Camilla's blue tunic look for a State Banquet in Nairobi was gorgeously luxurious and her jewellery really stood-out to us

Daily Mirror · Nov 22, 2022

Kate sparkles in Lover's Knot tiara which was one of Princess Diana's favourites

The Princess of Wales Kate Middleton wore the Lover's Knot tiara as she attended tonight's lavish event at Buckingham Palace for the first time in her new role

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

Daily Mirror · Nov 22, 2022

Camilla wears Queen's tiara to State Banquet in touching tribute to late monarch

Queen Consort Camilla wore the sapphire collection, which is sometimes known as the King George VI Victorian Sapphire Suite - the necklace was a gift to the late Queen in 1947

Daily Mirror · Nov 22, 2022

Guests including William and Kate at Charles' first State Banquet sit EXACTLY 45cm apart

King Charles welcomed South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa earlier today in another milestone for the new monarch - the last state visit by a world leader was in 2019 with former US President Donald Trump

Coverage From

People

the Princess of Wales

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.