Queen Camilla follows tradition and wears black to meet Pope Leo
23rd October 2025
Queen Camilla followed a long established
tradition when she wore black to meet Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican.
The Queen wore a black coat dress that fell well below the knee and
had long sleeves. She also chose a black veil with a striking black
headband style hat to hold it in place. Her Majesty was following a
protocol that stretches back centuries. Women traditionally wear
black in the…

