On October 11, Buckingham Palace announced an exciting upcoming event. King Charles and Queen Camilla will host the Emir of Qatar and his wife on a state visit on December 3 and 4. Anticipation is building as a reliable palace source said Princess Catherine is expected to attend. Her presence is significant as she is the wife of the future heir apparent. State visits are always big occasions for the British monarchy. The royal family often shows off their finest ceremonial attire, elegant gowns and impressive jewellery.
Which means it's time for Princess Catherine to wear her tiara. Her previous crowning moments have left royal fans in awe, and she’s sure to shine again with her signature style and poise. Over the years, she’s developed a collection of tiaras for state banquets and formal events, honoring both tradition and occasion with her choices. Catherine first appeared at a state banquet in 2015 when she honored Chinese President Xi Jinping. That night, she wore a stunning red Jenny Packham gown, which represented the colors of the Chinese flag.
It was also the first time she’s worn a tiara since her 2011 wedding; she chose a lotus crown, which represents an important aspect of Chinese culture. She’s since attended five more state banquets, becoming known for her thoughtful and dramatic style choices. In 2023, Catherine wowed everyone with her appearance at an event for South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol and First Lady Kim Keon-hee. She wore a 100-year-old historic tiara that had not been seen since the 1930s, the Queen Mother's Diamond Strathmore Rose Tiara.
This was only the second time a royal had worn the tiara, adding to the significance of the event and showcasing Catherine's ability to combine royal history with contemporary elegance. As a new state banquet approaches, the question on many royal fans' minds is which tiara Catherine will choose next. Known for creating surprises and thoughtful choices, all eyes will be on her when she returns to the spotlight. This fall, as she resumes her royal duties, Catherine has proven her dedication despite health challenges.
Catherine has made it clear that she will only attend events when she feels able, balancing her recovery with her royal duties. According to royal expert Charlotte Griffiths, Catherine understands the impact of formal events such as state dinners, including the glamour of dresses and tiaras. Fans are eagerly awaiting her return to the crowned event and the bold statement her attendance will make about her role in the future of the monarchy. As December approaches, there is no doubt that Catherine will continue to captivate the world with her strength, grace and stunning style.
