King Charles' 2023 coronation vastly differed from Queen Elizabeth’s 1953 ceremony.
During preparations for the event, Charles made it clear that he wanted to keep things straightforward.
Charles also included his grandson, Prince George, in this historical moment.
At 9 years old, George is the oldest child of Prince William and Princess Catherine of Wales.
However, having a grandfather as king comes with certain perks.
Per George’s request, Charles reportedly made some changes to the pages' traditional outfits.
However, thanks to George, the outfit was slightly altered.
Instead of wearing breeches and tights, he and the others were allowed to wear pants.
Charles agreed,further bucking tradition with the coronation dress code.
Charles himself decided against wearing breeches or tights on his big day as well.
A source explained toThe Sunwhy.
They said, “It is largely to do with modernising the Coronation and stripping away the stuffiness.”
Under his sumptuous coronation robe, Charles wore a silk shirt and naval pants.
Charles also asked the coronation’s attendees to adhere to a more casual dress code.
Etiquette expert William Hanson toldHarper’s Bazaar UKwhy shorts are essential to a young royal’s wardrobe.
And no self-respecting aristo or royal would want to be considered suburban.
Even the Duchess of Cambridge."
George made news again when he attended the UEFA Euro 2020 Championships wearing a suit and tie.
