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SMI roundtable event wraps, progress updates relayed to King Charles III

The Sustainable Markets Initiative’s (SMI) Roundtable & Exhibition event wrapped yesterday, bringing to an end two days of keynotes, panel sessions and discussions all with the goal of accelerating the rollout of a circular fashion ecosystem. On the second day, members of the organisation’s Fashion Task Force convened at Buckingham Palace to...

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Stella McCartney named ambassador of King Charles III’s Sustainable Markets Initiative

British designer Stella McCartney has been appointed as an ambassador of the Sustainable Markets Initiative (SMI). The organisation, founded by King Charles III in 2020, strives for the goal of bringing key industry stakeholders together to accelerate private-sector progress towards a circular fashion industry. The appointment builds on...

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UK King opens London Fashion Week despite brother's arrest

London Fashion Week launched on Thursday with a rare visit from King Charles III only hours after his brother Andrew's sensational arrest -- his presence overshadowing an event traditionally focused on revealing new talent. The king surprised crowds when his car pulled up outside the opening show -- on a day when headlines were dominated by the...

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John Lewis receives Royal Warrant from the King

British department store giant John Lewis has been granted a Royal Warrant of Appointment as a supplier of household goods and furnishings to His Majesty King Charles III. In a release announcing the news, executive director, Peter Ruis, said it was a “proud moment” for the company. His statement continued: “For 160 years, we’ve been focused on...

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Campaign for Wool retains King Charles as patron

The Campaign for Wool has confirmed the continued patronage of HM The King, a steadfast supporter of its mission to advocate for wool's environmental merits and sustainability. King Charles’ commitment underscores the critical importance of promoting wool as a natural, renewable, and biodegradable resource in the face of escalating concerns over...

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Samuel Ross and Mary Portas recognised in King’s New Year’s Honours List

Retail consultant and broadcaster Mary Portas, British designer Samuel Ross, and beauty entrepreneur Tajinder Banwait are among the fashion and beauty names recognised in King Charles’ 2024 New Year’s Honours List. Portas, dubbed as the ‘Queen of Shops,’ who spearheaded a report to save the British high street, has been awarded an OBE for...

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla’s Coronation outfits go on display

The Coronation outfits worn by King Charles III and Queen Camilla on May 6 have gone on display as part of a special exhibition as part of the summer opening of the State Rooms at Buckingham Palace. The outfits, which will be on display until September 24, offer the first chance for the public to see the royal ensembles up-close, alongside some...

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King Charles' first birthday list honours Anna Wintour and Roksanda Ilincic

King Charles III’s first official birthday honours list has been announced and recognises Anna Wintour, fashion designer Roksanda Ilincic and photographer Nick Knight. For his inaugural birthday honours list, King Charles, who had his coronation in May, honoured more than 1,000 recipients for their outstanding contributions across all sectors...

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With Royal Warrants under review, which fashion companies could be selected as official suppliers?

One of the most prestigious accolades in the world of luxury goods is a Royal Warrant, which is awarded to official purveyors of fashion, jewellery, and other luxurious items and services to the British Crown. As King Charles III ascends to the throne, all eyes are on which brands and companies will be chosen to supply the royal household and be...

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Floral headpieces replace tiaras at Charles's dress-down coronation

Prince William's wife Catherine on Saturday chose a floral headpiece instead of a tiara for the coronation of Charles III, in line with the "green" tone set for the coronation by the king. Charles, a long-time environmental advocate with a passion for nature, made his wishes clear when he sent out coronation invitations featuring the Green Man,...

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Gold and embroidery, the ceremonial garments for the coronation of King Charles III

London - At his coronation in London on Saturday, Charles III will wear the heavy golden robes of his ancestors, inspired by religious dress and intended to evoke a divine regal quality. Most of the garments were already worn by Charles III's grandfather, George VI, at his coronation in 1937, and by his great-grandfather, George V, in 1911....

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King Charles supports first-ever fashion shoot at Highgrove

The beautiful and meticulously maintained gardens of Highgrove House, the private residence of King Charles, were used as the backdrop for a fashion shoot in collaboration with The Prince's Foundation. The June issue of Harper's Bazaar will feature a cover story championing British designers Richard Quinn, Emilia Wickstead, Harris Reed, Victoria...