Queen Camilla paid a touching tribute to the late Queen Elizabeth II as she joined King Charles to welcome US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania at Windsor Castle on Monday. The Queen wore the Russian Sapphire Cluster Brooch, a piece previously owned by the late monarch, which was reportedly one of the jewels Elizabeth II inherited from her grandmother, Queen Mary, in 1953.
The brooch was a favourite of the Queen Mother, who wore it for years. Camilla paired the accessory with a bright blue dress and coat by Fiona Clare and a hat by Philip Treacy.
President Trump and Melania were greeted on arrival by the Prince and Princess of Wales, who escorted them to meet the King and Queen. The couple then watched a military spectacle in Windsor Castle's quadrangle, with Trump invited to inspect the troops at the King's invitation.
Later, the US leader will lay a wreath at Queen Elizabeth's grave in St George's Chapel and take a brief tour. The state visit culminates in a state banquet on Wednesday night at St George's Hall.
On Thursday, Trump will travel to Chequers for meetings with Prime Minister Starmer and a business reception hosted by Chancellor Rachel Reeves. Melania will remain at Windsor for engagements with Queen Camilla and Princess Kate.
