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The Order of the Garter is considered the oldest and most senior Order of Chivalry in Britain. Created over 700 years ago by King Edward III, the Order was inspired by King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. Now, seven centuries on, King Charles will lead the Order out for the annual ceremony that brings together all its members. And as he does so, he’ll wear a dramatic mantle, or cloak…

Dame Helen Mirren and photojournalist Sir Don McCullin have been appointed to one of the most exclusive orders in the British honours system. The pair have been named Members of the Order of the Companions of Honour in the King’s Birthday Honours, joining a distinguished group limited to just 65 people at any one time. The honour is awarded to those who have made a major contribution to…

The death of Princess Bajrakitiyabha after more than three years in a coma has removed one of the most prominent figures in Thailand’s royal family and intensified long-standing uncertainty over who will eventually succeed King Vajiralongkorn. The 47-year-old princess, widely regarded as one of the most capable and experienced members of the House of Chakri, died on Thursday after never…

Harriet Sperling has turned to a favoured royal designer for her wedding dress: Emilia Wickstead. Speaking to British Vogue, Wickstead said, “We aligned on something authentic, traditional and modern.” Sperling’s stunning Italy ivory crepe wedding dress features a square-neck column underdress, a lace over jacket, and a three-metre train. The Leavers Lace lacework is a nod to the…