In today’s news, the Princess of Wales showed off her grace and style at Westminster Abbey for the annual Christmas service. She looked stunning in a striking red coat designed by Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen, her favourite designer.
The coat featured a chic black bow tie underneath the collar, keeping her warm in the cold, while it was elegantly draped over a red tartan dress by Amelia Wickstead. The slit in the coat revealed a glimpse of the eye-catching skirt pattern. As a hostess, the mother-of-three wore pointed-toe black suede stilettos and looked happy as she entered the abbey alone.
Prince William, along with their children Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, is expected to join Catherine later. Members of her family, including her parents Carole and Michael Middleton, her sister Pippa, and brother-in-law James Matthews, are also expected to attend, as they did last year. King Charles and Queen Camilla will also be there.
Tonight’s event will host 1,600 guests, including people who have made a big difference in their communities during tough times this year.
Each guest will receive a special letter from Catherine, thanking them and reminding everyone that love can shine even in the darkest moments. This Christmas service is a meaningful celebration, encouraging kindness and support all year round.
One notable guest is nine-year-old Chila Brown, who has raised over £2,000 through marathon running and bake sales to help friends.
Olivia Bowditch from Dorset was invited for her volunteer work delivering anonymous letters. In addition, Divin Holly, who ran the London Marathon on an oxygen machine, will attend after raising £20,000. Paralympic swimmer Ellie Chalice is also invited, despite losing her limbs to meningitis, she has achieved great success in the sport.
Christopher Hall, the founder of a foundation that promotes diversity via photography, will also be there. Kate and William have previously met with families devastated by the Southport knife incident, and they are among those invited. Sir Chris Hoy, a six-time Olympic cycling champion facing terminal prostate cancer, and Lindsay Burrows, the widow of campaigner Rob Burrow, will also attend the vigil.
