Just a few weeks in the past, on the set up of the brand new Archbishop of Canterbury, I discussed one thing I’ve seen extra usually lately: many “royal occasions” are more and more being pushed again into the day. About ten years in the past it was fairly widespread for a Commonwealth Day service or nearly any church service or commemorative occasion to begin in mid to late morning GMT. As of late, this can be very uncommon for any of those companies to begin earlier than 2 p.m., and normally round 3 or 4 p.m. It is so unusual. My concept is that it facilities round Prince William and the way he cannot or will not depart the home earlier than midday. Prince is sleeping, Prince is simply too hungover to work.
I convey up all my “observations” and “theories” as a result of Saturday was Anzac Day, a day recognizing the contributions of the Australian and New Zealand navy. This ought to be a date to not be missed for the present king and the longer term king. King Charles and Prince William skipped all Anzac Day occasions, maybe as a result of they’re all the time anticipated effectively earlier than midday. Charles despatched his sister to put a wreath. William despatched his spouse to do the identical and attend the morning service. Prince, I am not going to get off the bed till midday on Saturday.
Kate wore a tailor-made Catherine Walker coat in a darkish navy blue, with white lapels. She coordinated with diamonds and sapphires, from the Massive Blue (her engagement ring) to her pendant necklace and earrings. She appeared good, though very stewardess-like. Is that this one thing inherent to Kate, or do these coats simply give off a flight attendant vibe? Little from column A, little from column B. From sure angles, it additionally provides off a Eager’s Cruella vibe. This doll wig!!
Kate’s presence on the Anzac Day service was introduced shortly after the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s Australian tour – it gave a whiff of “I respect Australia too, be careful for me!” And even with this vitality, the longer term king of Australia nonetheless hasn’t proven up. Prince Harry has proven much more respect and deference to Australian navy sacrifices than his brother. It is only a truth.
Pictures courtesy of Avalon Purple.
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HRH The Princess of Wales lays a wreath on the Cenotaph in London, United Kingdom, on April 25, 2026, on behalf of His Majesty the King throughout the Anzac Day memorial service. Anzac Day has been celebrated in London since King George V attended the primary service at Westminster Abbey in 1916 to mark the anniversary of the touchdown at Gallipoli. It has since turn into an essential time to commemorate all Australians and New Zealanders who misplaced their lives within the battle.
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HRH The Princess of Wales lays a wreath on the Cenotaph in London, United Kingdom, on April 25, 2026, on behalf of His Majesty the King throughout the Anzac Day memorial service. Anzac Day has been celebrated in London since King George V attended the primary service at Westminster Abbey in 1916 to mark the anniversary of the touchdown at Gallipoli, and has since turn into an essential time to commemorate all Australians and New Zealanders who misplaced their lives within the battle.
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Catherine – Princess of Wales attends an ANZAC Day service at Westminster Abbey, London, England, United Kingdom, Saturday April 25, 2026.,Picture: 1094246031, License: Rights Managed, Restrictions: Please credit score the photographer and company when publishing as Justin ng/UPPA/Avalon., Mannequin Launch: No, Credit score Line: Justin ng/Avalon.
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Catherine – Princess of Wales attends an ANZAC Day service at Westminster Abbey, London, England, United Kingdom, Saturday April 25, 2026.,Picture: 1094246061, License: Rights Managed, Restrictions: Please credit score the photographer and company when publishing as Justin ng/UPPA/Avalon., Mannequin Launch: No, Credit score Line: Justin ng/Avalon.
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Catherine – Princess of Wales attends an ANZAC Day service at Westminster Abbey, London, England, United Kingdom, Saturday April 25, 2026.,Picture: 1094246075, License: Rights Managed, Restrictions: Please credit score the photographer and company when publishing as Justin ng/UPPA/Avalon., Mannequin Launch: No, Credit score Line: Justin ng/Avalon.
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Catherine – The Princess of Wales leaves an ANZAC Day service at Westminster Abbey, London, England, United Kingdom, Saturday April 25, 2026.,Picture: 1094256400, License: Rights Managed, Restrictions: Please credit score the photographer and company when publishing as Justin ng/UPPA/Avalon., Mannequin Model: No, Credit score Line: Justin ng/Avalon.
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Catherine – The Princess of Wales leaves an ANZAC Day service at Westminster Abbey, London, England, United Kingdom, on Saturday April 25, 2026.,Picture: 1094256487, License: Rights Managed, Restrictions: Please credit score the photographer and company when publishing as Justin ng/UPPA/Avalon., Mannequin Model: No, Credit score Line: Justin ng/Avalon.
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London, United Kingdom. 25 April 2026. The Princess of Wales takes half within the Anzac Day wreath-laying service and parade on the Cenotaph, the place she laid a wreath on behalf of the King in honor of Australian and New Zealand navy personnel.,Picture: 1094275577, License: Rights Managed, Restrictions: , Mannequin Model: No, Creditline: Alexander Seale/Avalon