
The French state visit to Britain has officially begun, with carriages, a castle, and some gleaming heirloom jewels worn by Queen Camilla and Princess Catherine in Windsor.
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The French state visit to Britain has officially begun, with carriages, a castle, and some gleaming heirloom jewels worn by Queen Camilla and Princess Catherine in Windsor.

Today in Britain, King Charles III will welcome President Emmanuel Macron to Windsor for the first incoming French state visit of his young reign. Over the past 75 years, monarchs have welcomed six previous Presidents of France to Britain for state visits, and tiaras sparkled mightily during all six programs. Here’s a look at the tiaras and jewels worn for six previous French state visits hosted by King George VI and Queen Elizabeth II.

Last week, the anniversary of an important link between Sweden and Denmark was celebrated by both royal families, with Queen Silvia and Queen Mary wearing elegant jewels for the occasion.