King Charles and his glittering Queen consort attend first State Banquet of his reign
King Charles donned a black tailcoat and trousers with a white waistcoat and tie, along with the Order of Merit around his neck. Camilla was in a striking black evening dress with silver embroidery by Bruce Oldfield. She also sported the honeycomb Boucheron diamond tiara, a favourite of the late Queen Mother that was also worn by Queen Elizabeth. The couple were greeted by a line-up of dignitaries before entering the banquet hall, where they enjoyed a four-course meal featuring German and British cuisine. During his speech, King Charles also praised the strong economic ties between the two countries, and expressed his hope for continued collaboration and friendship in the years to come. The State Visit marks a significant moment in the relationship between Britain and Germany, as it is the first such visit by a British monarch in over a decade. The visit comes amid heightened tensions between Russia and Ukraine, with both Britain and Germany having pledged their support to Ukraine in t...