King Charles III and Queen Camilla hosted a banquet for Qatar’s Royal Couple, but it wasn’t the evening’s splendor that stole the spotlight – it was the Queen’s crown.
During a State Banquet at Buckingham Palace, Queen Camilla, 77, wore the iconic crown of the late Queen Elizabeth II, a gesture rich in royal tradition. While it represented monarchical continuity, the decision elicited conflicting comments on social media.
The banquet on December 3 celebrated Qatar’s Amir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and Sheikha Jawaher bint Hamad bin Suhaim Al Thani.
Camilla wore a Fiona Clare red velvet evening gown. She wore it with the diamond Kokoshnik tiara, which is strongly related to the late monarch.
Her clothing exuded regal tradition, but it also elicited heated reactions online. “It makes me ill too see her wear this crown [sic],” one critic said. Another person sarcastically criticized Camilla’s choice of the tiara.
Someone else harshly remarked, “I’m sure Queen Elizabeth is screaming from her grave to take off her jewels I don’t think she was a fan of Camilla’s.[sic]” A fourth bluntly stated, “This is an utter disgrace.”
However, her supporters loved her elegance. One royal fan raved, “❤️The larger tiaras ready suit Queen Camilla [sic].” Another noted, “I love that The Queen Consort is wearing the Kokoshnik tiara! Suits her very well! ❤️👑🇬🇧.”
A fan, on the other hand, complemented Camilla’s entire appearance, pointing out how beautiful she looked in her dress and how brilliant the tiara was.
More fans spoke positively about the Queen’s appearance at the state supper. One person praised her brilliant red outfit, while others kept it brief, calling her “beautiful” and expressing adoration with emoticons.
Among these opposing viewpoints, one commenter took a more balanced perspective, defending Camilla by emphasizing her unwavering commitment to Charles and her pivotal role in his support, regardless of public opinion.
While the focus was on her tiara, Camilla also shared details about her health at the banquet. She explained that her chest infection was a type of pneumonia, which still has “lingering” consequences.
To allow for her recovery, Camilla skipped the outdoor rituals and instead attended a formal lunch at Buckingham Palace before the evening supper.
Many royal supporters expressed their well wishes, with one wishing Camilla comfort, rest, and recuperation. Another merely prayed for her quick recovery.
One reader speculated that Camilla’s age may have contributed to her exhaustion, noting that the demands of her prior journeys could have been stressful for both her and Charles.
