Royal British coronations can be once-in-a-lifetime events that garner worldwide attention.
Many of the traditions in place for the past 1,000 years will not change, though.
Charles will most likely be sitting on the Coronation Chair for the ceremony.
Once Charles is crowned, Camilla will be crowned as queen consort.
That hasn’t been done since 1937 and is a much simpler ritual.
Along with a queen consort, this coronation will break with strict tradition in another way.
The stuffy, formal royal dress code of the past has been changed, at least for this year.
He, Camilla, and the peers won’t be as weighed down and might even be more comfortable.
This includes every duke, marquess, earl, viscount, and baron.
Collectively, they belong to the Peerage.
This also refers to the Upper House of Parliament.
The royals wore dark crimson robes trimmed in ermine, and these rows of fur designated standing.
Those were worn on top of full-dress uniforms and evening dresses.
Some royals also wore court dress or black suits and ties.
The coronets or crowns were also designated according to rank.
The upcoming coronation will be significantly smaller than the last one, which had 8,000 guests.
The standard robes are made from scarlet wool with less ermine fur.
Queen Elizabeth II started wearing faux instead of real fur several years back.
That decision was likely in response to unethical fur-sourcing practices.
Charles' approach is designed to reflect modern sensibilities while still paying homage to tradition.
Besides all that, the coronation will only last an hour, compared to 1953’s three-hour ceremony.
What will Charles wear?
When Diana and Charles married in 1981, the wedding gown was a main topic of discussion.
However, the groom’s attire seemed like an afterthought.
Since then, Charles seems to embrace change.
Don’t expect to see him in outdated breeches, an embroidered tunic, silk stockings, and velvet.
Insiders predict that he’ll be wearing his military uniform.
King Charles wore his military uniform to the state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II.
It was his Royal Navy No.
1 tailcoat and sword.
The jacket was covered with full-size medals, too.
For his 1981 wedding, Charles wore a Royal Navy commander full dress uniform.
Or, he might wear a black tuxedo and a white vest.
Will he wear a robe?
The answer is unknown, but the way things are going, probably not.
How will Camilla be decked out?
When Queen Elizabeth II was crowned, she chose a stunning gown designed by Norman Hartness.
It was made of silk satin and decorated with pearls, diamantes, and shiny gold beads.
This 1950s dress followed the decade’s style with short sleeves and a full, billowing skirt.
Oldfield is 72 years old and known for his impeccable craftsmanship.
He was Diana’s favorite designer and also Camilla’s friend.
She wore one of his creations to the 2016 State Opening of Parliament.
It featured diamantes and beading.
Camilla can’t be compared to Diana, but she has received good press for her unique ensembles.
How will Prince William be dressed?
For his 2011 wedding to Kate Middleton, he had been planning to wear an Irish Guards frock coat.
Just two months before his wedding, William was appointed colonel of the regiment.
His grandmother (the queen) had him wear the red tunic for that rank.
What will Kate Middletown be wearing?
Kate will be wise to keep that in mind.
Her outfit probably won’t be that grandiose but still elegant.
Her gown will likely be sleek with a modest neckline and single-tone detailing.
Who’ll be wearing crowns?
This is the familiar golden crown with the purple velvet top and white ermine band.
It weighs about five pounds.
He’ll be wearing another crown for the return procession, though.
Camilla will not be wearing the crown of Queen Elizabeth to the coronation.
That was presented to Queen Elizabeth II’s mother, and Camilla wore it to her funeral.
There is controversy surrounding this crown.
It features the 105.6 Koh-i-Noor diamond, and it’s been asserted that the gem was stolen from India.
Those belonged to Queen Elizabeth II’s collection, and she wore them as brooches.
It’s shaped like a cross and decorated with sapphires and rubies.
The soon-to-be-monarch will also be wearing his signet ring on his left pinky.
This ring was handed down from his granduncle, the Duke of Windsor.
There will be plenty of jewels on the Sovereign’s Scepter to be presented to Charles by the Archbishop.
Featuring the massive Cullinan II diamond, it was made for Charles II in 1661.
Also, look for the royal orb created that same year.
That’s the round piece you’ll see him holding at the coronation.
Camilla’s hand will likely be graced with the queen’s consort ring that day.
Made in 1831 for King William IV’s wife Adelaide, it has diamonds and rubies.
Will guests be dressing up?
The king’s wishes have been well-publicized, so the chances of anyone going fully rogue are fairly low.
Many guests will attend, but signs indicate that most of the womenwon’tbe wearing gowns.
And since Harry is categorized as a guest (for now), he might be wearing either.
If any foreign monarchs are there, they might wear their traditional ceremonial dress clothing.
However, it has been reported that foreign monarchs don’t usually attend these events.
Peers will dress down as requested, and the crown jewels will be in full effect that day.
After all, that’s what they were designed for.
Even though Charles wants things to be more modest to reflect modern sensibilities, expect plenty of surprises.
The jury is also still out on Kate’s decision about wearing a tiara.
Prince Harry is the real wildcard, and not only for what he will wear.
Guessing about everyone’s attire and actions can be just as much fun as watching the coronation!
Things like the crowning and ring placement will never change, but there are usually a few surprises.
That’s what the public loves the best.
