Special meaning behind Kate Middleton's stunning grey outfit for state visit
The royals are hosting a state visit in WindsorKate Middleton wowed in a grey outfit on Wednesday to welcome the President and First Lady of Nigeria to the UK for a state visit.
King Charles, 77, and Queen Camilla, 78, hosted the President of Nigeria, Mr. Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and First Lady, Mrs. Oluremi Tinubu, in Windsor for an official visit. It’s the first Nigerian state visit to the UK for 37 years.
The Prince and Princess of Wales stepped into their royal roles to welcome the president and first lady to Windsor, before they met up with the king and queen.
Kate Middleton wows in grey outfit for state visit
For the official occasion, the Princess of Wales, 44, looked stunning in a grey coat dress. It featured white lapels and double-breasted buttons. It also had corset detailing on the back.
The outfit also carried a sweet nod to the Nigerian president and first lady as it was made by British-Nigerian fashion designer Tolu Coker.
To complete the look, Kate wore a matching grey hat by Jane Taylor with white detailing and grey heels.
Royal fans loved the look with one person gushing on X: “Catherine is always honouring countries!!! She really is the best.”
Another said: “The Princess of Wales knows how to dress for diplomacy, she wore a Nigerian designer!”
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A third added: “It’s nice to see her in such a different colour and design.”
Inside the Nigerian president’s state visit to UK
On the first day of the two-day state visit, President Tinubu and First Lady, Mrs. Tinubu, visited Windsor Castle.
They joined King Charles and Queen Camilla for a ceremonial welcome in the castle’s quadrangle.
Meanwhile, President Tinubu was then invited to inspect the Guard of Honour.
Also during the state visit, a state banquet will take place held in the president and first lady’s honour.
The president is also expected to lay a wreath on the tomb of Queen Elizabeth II at St George’s Chapel.
Princess Kate praised for ‘elegant’ curtsy to King Charles and Queen Camilla
Once again, the Princess of Wales didn’t disappoint with her curtsy to King Charles and Queen Camilla during the first day of the state visit.
In a clip shared to X, Kate is seen dropping into a stunning curtsy as she and William introduced the president and first lady to the king and queen.
What is a royal state visit?
Foreign monarchs, Presidents or Prime Ministers are invited to visit the king on the advice of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.
Since becoming king, Charles has hosted the likes of US President Donald Trump, French President Emmanuel Macron and President of Nigeria, Mr. Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on state visits to the UK.
What happens during a royal state visit?
During a state visit, there is traditionally a ceremonial welcome, which usually takes place on Horse Guards Parade in London.
The guests are invited to inspect a Guard of Honour before travelling to Buckingham Palace or another royal residence in a carriage procession.
Usually on the evening of the first day of the state visit, the visitors are honoured with a state banquet, hosted by the king.
For years, this was traditionally held at Buckingham Palace. But, as the palace undergoes renovations, the recent state banquets have taken place at Windsor Castle.
Who attends a state banquet hosted by King Charles?
Around 150 guests usually attend the state banquet. They typically receive invites on the basis of their cultural, diplomatic of economic links to the country being hosted.
During the banquet, King Charles delivers a speech and proposes a toast.
Usually, for the remainder of the state visit, the guests will meet the British Prime Minister, Government ministers and leaders of the main political parties.
One person wrote alongside the video: “The Princess of Wales has the most elegant curtsy, always so graceful and perfectly poised.”
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Another fan gushed: “Elegance like that can’t be taught, it’s something Catherine was born with. She’s one of the most elegant women on earth.”
Someone else added: “HRH The Princess of Wales greets HM The King with a graceful curtsy. A beautiful moment of tradition and respect.”
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