Highlighting the Best Gowns at the State Banquet for South Korea's President: Princess of Wales, Blackpink, and Akshata Murty

The Princess of Wales, K-pop sensations Blackpink, and Akshata Murty stood out at the state banquet for South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol.

Amidst the glittering ambiance of Buckingham Palace on November 21, the Royal Family welcomed President Yoon and the First Lady for the inaugural night of their UK state visit.

Catherine, Princess of Wales, dazzled in an ivory Jenny Packham ‘Anemone’ gown as she stylishly positioned the historic Strathmore Rose Tiara—a century-old treasure—on her head, complemented by a pearl-clutch and the late Queen's diamond earrings.

Blackpink added to the glamour, each member showcasing distinctive high-fashion pieces from global designers, earning their place as fashion icons and celebrated entertainers.

Earlier in the day, the Princess had embraced a red outfit by Catherine Walker, but it was Queen Camilla who continued the vibrant theme into the night with a Fiona Clare gown and the Burmese Ruby Tiara.

Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, paid homage to Queen Elizabeth II by revisiting the white Suzannah London gown from King Charles' coronation, complete with a hand-embroidered train reminiscent of the 1953 Coronation regalia.

Akshata Murty, the Prime Minister's spouse, wore Saloni's ‘Adele’ silk-satin dress, and Victoria Starmer appeared in a full-length velvet gown. Samantha Cameron, wife of ex-Prime Minister David Cameron, supported her own brand Cefinn in a metallic ‘Aurelie’ dress.