Queen Camilla dazzles wearing £800,000 Diamond Diadem with 'magnificent attention to detail'
The Queen looked magnificent on her 77th birthday
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Queen Camilla dazzled at the State Opening of Parliament wearing an £800,000 Diamond Diadem with "magnificent attention to detail", according to a style expert.
King Charles and Camilla stepped out to unveil Keir Starmer's new legislation at the State Opening of Parliament.
The State Opening of Parliament took place in the House of Lords to mark the formal start of Parliament's new session.
Queen Camilla, who is also celebrating her 77th birthday today, dazzled in a headpiece steeped in royal tradition.
Tony French, the Regional Sales Manager at Austen & Blake, spoke exclusively to GB News to describe Queen Camilla's headpiece.
He said: "There was much anticipation around which headpiece Queen Camilla might be wearing to celebrate her 77th birthday which coincides with the State Opening of Parliament.
"She wore the renowned Diamond Diadem, estimated to be worth an astonishing £800,000.
"The regal headpiece is adorned with diamonds and pearls, with magnificent attention to detail.
King Charles and Queen Camilla arrived at the second State Opening of Parliament of the monarch's reign
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"Four crosses alternate with four sprays, representing the national emblems of England (roses), Ireland (shamrocks) and Scotland (thistles).
"The central cross is distinct in its design too, featuring a beautiful four-carat yellow diamond."
Queen Camilla paired the headpiece with a floor-length white dress designed by Fiona Clare.
During today's ceremony, Black Rod is sent to summon the House of Commons to listen to the King's Speech in the House of Lords.
Queen Camilla wore a Fiona Clare dress with the Diamond Diadem
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Queen Camilla looked lovely in white for the historic ceremony
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Slamming the door as Black Rod approaches symbolises the independence of the Commons from the monarchy.
The King's Speech will set out the Government’s agenda for the next session, outlining proposed policies and legislation.
After the speech, a new parliamentary session starts with both the House of Commons and the House of Lords debating the contents of the King's Speech.