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The Most Regal Fashion at King Charles III's Coronation

From matching sets to sparkly floral headpieces, here are the coronation looks we couldn't get enough of.

By Brittany Natale
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If you caught King Charles’s coronation last weekend, then you already know he wasn’t the only one dressed to the nines. The event, which drew countless attendees—including other royals—from all over the world, had everyone stepping out in elaborate gowns, skirt suit sets, blazers, and more. From King Charles’s multiple crowns to Princess Kate and Princess Charlotte's matching Alexander McQueen headpieces, there was certainly no shortage of style. Ahead, we take a look at some of our favorite fashion looks from the coronation.

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King Charles

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King Charles wore multiple different crowns during his coronation. Here, he’s pictured wearing the Imperial State Crown 1937, adorned with over 2,800 diamonds, over 200 pearls, almost a dozen emeralds, and a handful of sapphires. This crown was originally made for King George VI’s coronation in the 1930s.

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Queen Camilla

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Queen Camilla’s white ensemble featured a coat dress and underskirt made by Bruce Oldfield and silk shoes designed by Elliot Zed. Her outfit wasn't just beautiful—it also held plenty of symbolic meaning. For example, the floral gold embroidery on her outfit symbolized her and the king’s love of nature, and the flower emblems on the hem of her underskirt represented the U.K.'s four nations with a rose (England), thistle (Scotland), daffodil (Wales), and shamrock (Northern Ireland).

3

Prince William

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Prince William wore an intricately designed formal robe, which represented his role as Colonel of the Welsh Guard.

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Prince Harry

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Prince Harry arrived at the coronation wearing a custom-designed wool and mohair Dior suit, complete with a double-breasted vest and tailcoat. The Duke of Sussex also wore his Afghanistan Campaign medal; medals for the Golden, Diamond and Platinum Jubilees; and the Star of the Grand Cross Knight Commander of the Royal Victorian Order.

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Princess Kate

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We can always count on Princess Kate for a stylish look. The Princess of Wales opted for a gorgeous ivory silk crepe dress by Alexander McQueen, a formal robe, and a floral crown by Jess Collet and Alexander McQueen.

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Princess Charlotte

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Princess Charlotte wore a sparkling flower headpiece that coordinated with her mother, Princess Kate. The piece, which features crystal and silver bullion, was also designed by Jess Collet and Alexander McQueen.

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Prince George

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Prince George also looked regal, wearing a long red coat with gold detailing and a silky ivory shirt.

8

Lady Margarita Armstrong-Jones

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Princess Margaret’s granddaughter, Lady Margarita Armstrong-Jones, wore a head-turning custom design by Beatrice Ferrant, a Paris-based fashion designer. To complete the blush pink look, she sported a headpiece by Stephen Jones and simple drop earrings.

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Zara Tindall

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Princess Anne’s daughter, Zara Tindall, decided on a sky blue dress custom designed by Laura Green for her coronation outfit. Her look also included a light blue clutch, a chiffon fascinator, and Princess Anne's diamond ribbon and tassel brooch.

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Lady Helen Taylor

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Queen Elizabeth II’s second cousin, Lady Helen Taylor, wore black and white slingback Dior pumps with a matching skirt and cropped jacket.

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Pippa Middleton

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Kate Middleton’s sister, Pippa, attended the ceremony outfitted in a gorgeous coat dress by British designer Claire Mischevani. The eye-catching look had an oversized collar, single button front wrap closure, and an ankle-length skirt.

12

Katy Perry

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Katy Perry, who performed at the coronation concert, wore a beautiful pale purple look with a matching hat. The ensemble, designed by Vivienne Westwood, included a matching skirt suit set, elbow-length gloves, an oversize pearl choker (also by the designer), a netted headpiece, and a demure white handbag.

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Dame Emma Thompson

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British actress Emma Thompson arrived at Westminster Abbey dressed in a vibrant floral print overcoat, a simple black midi dress, and chic black heels with crystal detailing on the front and heel.

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Stylish Attendees

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There was no shortage of fashionable attendees at King Charles’s coronation. Here, you can see famous leaders, including King Felipe VI and his wife, Queen Letizia, dressed to the nines while waiting to file into Westminster Abbey.

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Sylvia Bongo Ondimba

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The First Lady of Gabon, Sylvia Bongo Ondimba, arrived at the event wearing a sophisticated ivory skirt suit set adorned with silver and gold embroidery and large crystal buttons.

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Marguerite Pindling

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Marguerite Pindling, the former governor-general of the Bahamas, looked radiant dressed in an all-fuchsia outfit that included a quilted bag, bowed hat, pleated skirt, and neck scarf.

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Queen Rania of Jordan

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Queen Rania of Jordan attended the coronation wearing a pale yellow dress designed by Australian fashion designer Tamara Ralph. She accessorized with a white Bottega Veneta clutch and Jimmy Choo pumps.

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Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden

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Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden looked vibrant in a royal blue ensemble that included a belted long-sleeve dress, a simple pillbox hat, a diamond necklace, and a rectangular clutch.

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Princess Anne

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The King’s sister, Princess Anne, donned traditional military regalia for the occasion. Although she has never served in the Royal Navy or the British Armed Forces, she holds honorary military titles.

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Lady Louise Windsor

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Lady Louise Windsor wore a gorgeous floral print dress designed by Suzannah London, a British womenswear designer. She topped it off with a coordinating lilac fascinator.

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