Time to dust off theroyal tiaras!
Kate Middletonhas only been seen in a tiara a handful of times, and on June 3, she’ll wear a sparkly topper once again for a State Banquet at Buckingham Palace forDonald Trump’s official State Visit to the U.K.
Prince Harry is said to be joining the royals for the private lunch without wifeMeghan Markle, who is currently on maternity leave after giving birth to their son Archie on May 6. Neither the Duke or Duchess of Sussex will be at the State Banquet later that evening. However, both Kate andPrince Williamwill be in attendance.
Kate waslast seen in a tiara for the Queen’s State Banquet in Octoberfor King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands.
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She arrived to the palace wearing theLover’s Knot tiara. Sometimes referred to as the Cambridge Lover’s Knot, it is one of the best-known tiaras in the British royal family’s collection, mostly thanks to it being a favorite of the latePrincess Diana. Her classic updo showed off her pearl drop earrings, which also belonged to Diana.
William and Kate, whoattended her first state banquetalongside the Queen in 2015 when Chinese President Xi Jinping came to London, are becoming regular fixtures on the list of royals welcoming heads of state as William is second in line to the throne.
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WhilePrince Harryisn’t takingpaternity leave– he has madeseveral appearancessince welcoming sonArchie, including ashort trip to the NetherlandsandRome– Meghan is adjusting to life as a new mother at home. Aside from the family’s first outing as a trio, a small press pool at Windsor Castle’s grand St. George’s Hall, the Duchess of Sussex has stayed out of the public eye.
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However, it likely won’t be long until royal fans see the first-time mom again. One year after making herdebut on the famous Buckingham Palace balconyfor Trooping the Colour celebrations, it’s expected that Meghan will once again join the royal family for the festivities. The annual event, held in honor ofQueen Elizabeth‘s birthday, takes place on Saturday, June 8.
source: people.com
