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This is the first state reception attended by the Princess of Wales in 18 months, during which she has been battling cancer. William appeared in a traditional tailcoat and black patent leather shoes. Men wore white ties that evening, according to the dress code.
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King Charles III and his wife Camilla, Princess Anne with her husband Timothy Lawrence, Prince Edward with his wife Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, and other members of the royal family attended the dinner. The ladies chose ivory-colored evening dresses. The Queen wore a hand-embroidered silk and crepe dress by Fiona Claire. Her jewelry included a tiara with sapphires and diamonds, as well as earrings, a necklace, and a bracelet from Elizabeth II’s sapphire set.
