Windsor Castle has long been the stage for diplomatic splendor, but on the evening of September 17, 2025, its grandeur reached another level. King Charles III hosted a lavish State Banquet in honor of U.S. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump. The evening was steeped in tradition and symbolism, with its roots stretching back more than a century. Yet despite the historical weight and global significance of the night, the spotlight fell firmly on one figure: Princess Catherine.
From the moment she entered the hall, Catherine, Princess of Wales, became the undisputed star of the evening. Draped in a shimmering gold gown embroidered with delicate floral motifs, she seemed to embody both regal tradition and modern sophistication. The long-sleeved silhouette, tailored with precision, glowed beneath the chandeliers of Windsor Castle. Its high neckline nodded to royal modesty while its sleek, fitted cut emphasized Catherine’s quiet confidence and grace.
If the gown dazzled the crowd, it was the tiara that stirred emotions across the room. Resting elegantly on her head was the Cambridge Lover’s Knot, a jewel-encrusted masterpiece beloved by her late mother-in-law, Princess Diana.
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