The Princess of Wales selected an ensemble by French trend home Christian Dior for as we speak’s ceremonies marking the beginning of the state go to by France to the UK.
The Prince and Princess of Wales welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron and his spouse Brigitte at RAF Northolt as they started their three-day go to.
Under, the President greets the Princess of Wales. Embed from Getty Pictures
The Prince of Wales and President Macron. 
The BBC studies, “It’s the first state go to by a French president since 2008, and the primary by a European Union political chief since Brexit.”
This isn’t the primary time the 2 {couples} have hung out collectively. Right here you see them at a G7 reception in June 2021. 
One other scene from as we speak’s airport welcome. 
This video, posted by Kensington Palace, provides you a have a look at the RAF Northolt arrival.
Bienvenue Président @EmmanuelMacron 👋🇫🇷🇬🇧 pic.twitter.com/XQQufqx8Og
— The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) July 8, 2025
The group then traveled to Windsor’s city middle for a welcome by the King and Queen. 
The go to is being hosted at Windsor Fortress due to the continuing renovations at Buckingham Palace. The final state go to held at Windsor was in 2014 when the President of Eire, Michael D Higgins, visited.
It was a sunny day with temperatures within the higher 70s. 
Extra from The Telegraph’s protection.
The King and Queen warmly welcomed the Macrons on the dais at Windsor, with the French president kissing Camilla’s hand. As they stood chatting, Emmanuel Macron positioned his hand on the King’s again, and gave it a number of affectionate rubs.
Mr Macron and the King later chatted enthusiastically as Family Cavalry made their means down the highway and the open-top carriages arrived.
The Prince and Princess gave the impression to be relaxed and having fun with the ceremonies. Embed from Getty ImagesHere is a fast video of the Prince and Princess by way of The Day by day Mail’s Rebecca English.
Beautiful to see the Prince and Princess of Wales at as we speak’s ceremonial welcome at Windsor Fortress having a really animated chat 🇬🇧 🇫🇷 pic.twitter.com/JIfp09y13O
— Rebecca English (@RE_DailyMail) July 8, 2025
Prince William serving to the Princess down the steps as everybody headed to their respective carriages for a trip to Windsor Fortress. 
The King and French President traveled by means of Windsor within the 1902 State Landau. 
The Queen and Mrs. Macron rode within the Semi-State Landau. 
The Prince and Princess within the Ascot Landau, with Rachida Dati, the French Minister of Tradition, and Sébastien Lecornu, the French Armed Forces Minister. 
One other view of the Prince and Princess. 
And the scene at Windsor Fortress because the carriage procession arrived. Embed from Getty Pictures
The Princess of Wales at Windsor Fortress. 
The King and President inspecting the Guard. 
Following the ceremonies exterior Windsor Fortress, everybody gathered inside for a luncheon, the place extra members of the royal household joined them. Under, the group as they walked to lunch. 
Subsequent on the agenda, viewing a Royal Assortment exhibition of artwork and literature with connections to France. Embed from Getty Pictures
We be taught extra from The Telegraph’s protection.
After having fun with a personal lunch within the Fortress’s State Eating Room, the King and Queen escorted their visitors into the Inexperienced Drawing Room, the place they seen treasures together with a 1632 Second Folio of 36 Shakespeare performs, full with notes within the margin written by Charles I.
You’ll be able to simply see the Edinburghs on the left on this picture of individuals objects within the exhibit. 
The Prince and Princess inspecting among the objects within the Inexperienced Drawing Room, the place the exhibit was proven. 
Extra from Hey’s story.
The Princess of Wales, a former artwork historical past pupil, jokingly remarked: “I ought to know” when viewing a portrait of younger Louis XIV.
She additionally admired Charles I’s annotated Shakespeare folio, praising the gorgeous French handwriting. Kate expressed her appreciation for its historical past with an “Oh wow” and a smile at William.
The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh items from the gathering. Embed from Getty Pictures
Usually, I’d cowl the ensembles worn by among the different girls at as we speak’s occasions, however we’ve got simply realized the Princess of Wales will attend tonight’s state dinner, so I must get this printed. Hopefully, I will come again and replace with extra pictures and that info.
Now, for our have a look at what Kate wore, a mix of French and British manufacturers. We start with the Christian Dior ensemble. 
The Princess wore the storied French trend home’s 30 Montaigne Bar Jacket ($5000) in a mix of silk and wool. The identify references Dior’s historic deal with at 30 Avenue Montaigne in Paris. The jacket is described as “an emblematic model from the New Look assortment, first created by Christian Dior in 1947.” The fitted design is a single-breasted model with notch lapels, angled hip pockets, and silk lining.
A more in-depth have a look at among the jacket particulars: the lapel, pocket, entrance button, and cuff. 
Here’s a have a look at the 1947 unique.
We be taught extra from The Telegraph’s Tamara Abraham on this story.
This explicit iteration, the 30 Montaigne Rose Des Vents, was from 2024, designed in the course of the tenure of Maria Grazia Chiuri, Dior’s solely ever feminine artistic director who introduced her departure from the storied home in Might.
It’s now helmed by Northern Irish designer Jonathan Anderson, the primary artistic director in Dior’s 78-year historical past to be chargeable for each women and men’s clothes.
The skirt seems to be a 2020 model, the “Tulle Pleated Midi Skirt” in 100% polyamide with a mesh overlay. (The colour illustration in these pictures is just a little off, I believe.) Thanks to Princess of Wales Closet for her ID work on this piece.
The Princess debuted a brand new hat by British milliner Jess Collett, who designed the headpieces worn by the Princess of Wales and Princess Charlotte for the King’s coronation. 
It seems to be like a bespoke model of the Rita Boater, proven under in black and white, and likewise in scarlet (£995). Because the identify suggests, it’s a basic boater model, described as being “Worn comfortably on a discreet hairband.” 
The Princess introduced again her Gianvito Rossi Praline Pumps ($437 on sale) within the 85mm peak, a couple of 3.5″ heel. It’s a signature model for the model with a pointed toe and a leather-based sole. It is usually out there at Saks ($795) and at Neiman Marcus ($795). 
She carried her Bayswater Pockets Clutch by Mulberry in ‘buttercream’ suede. (Our picture reveals the merchandise in leather-based.)
The Princess’s jewellery included the Collingwood Diamond and pearl earrings that had been initially created by Collingwood Jewelers for Diana, Princess of Wales. Her three-strand pearl necklace is from the late Queen Elizabeth’s assortment. 
Protection of tonight’s state dinner could also be seen right here. 
Under, a video from Kensington Palace after the daytime engagements.
From discussions on our shared future to moments of reflection on historic ties, it was an honour to assist strengthen the enduring partnership between France and the UK alongside Their Majesties and Président @EmmanuelMacron as we speak. pic.twitter.com/elXYX2drHK
— The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) July 8, 2025
