At tonight’s formal gathering, the Princess of Wales was elegantly dressed in a Jenny Packham creation.
The Prince and Princess made their entrance at Buckingham Palace.
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This splendid event celebrated South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa; it marked the first state dinner hosted by King Charles III and Camilla, Queen Consort, who were pictured with the President in the music room at Buckingham Palace.
Discover more about the event from this BBC story.
The banquet is a significant tradition in the protocol of a state visit, featuring exquisite cuisine and toasts in a magnificent setting, with staff in formal attire serving tables that require five days of preparation. It represents a fusion of ceremonial grandeur with the practicalities of diplomacy and trade.
