King Charles and German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier arrive for a state banquet at Windsor Castle, entering ahead of the Prince and Princess of Wales, and Princess Anne.

Lady Helen Taylor, daughter of the Duke and Duchess of Kent, echoed the Princess of Wales' choice of outfit for Together At Christmas

The Princess of Wales has debuted yet another glamorous royal beauty moment this week, showcasing a breathtaking new tiara and an elegant, flowing hairstyle at last night's state banquet for the German President and his wife, Elke Büdenbender.

The Princess of Wales is no stranger to diplomatic dressing, but her first ensemble for the German state visit – the first to the UK in 27 years – might just be her most intriguing choice yet.

Kate Middleton and Prince William's daughter Princess Charlotte, 10, joined members of the royal family for the annual Together At Christmas service, donning an outfit reminiscent of Princess Diana.

Prince William and the Princess of Wales will play a crucial role during the German state visit, which is set to last from 3-5 December

The Princess of Wales wore a stunning white outfit by Chris Kerr at the Together at Christmas concert in 2023. This fashion throwback is the perfect way of wearing 2025's colour of the year - 'Cloud Dancer'.

"Christmas speaks of love taking form in the simplest, most human ways," writes Kate. "Not in sentimental or grand gestures, but gentle ones." The letter comes ahead of her Together at Christmas carol service,

Guests at the banquet enjoyed a lavish menu including a Black Forest gateau cocktail which was created especially for the occasion in tribute to the King and Queen's German visitors, with the idea of serving a new tipple personalised for each state banquet a tradition started by Charles.

Prince William and Princess Catherine posed by the chicest tree we have seen (so far) this year – it's quietly regal but somehow replicable