The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh attended a state banquet given in their honor by President Gauck at Bellevue Palace during their state visit to Germany.
For more: Sky news article and video, Zimbio gallery.
Looks like those of you guessing that Ascot might have been a trial run for the state visit were correct!
Looks like those of you guessing that Ascot might have been a trial run for the state visit were correct!
The Victoria and Albert theme continued at the state banquet, as The Queen accented the red of her German sash by reunited Queen Victoria's Crown Ruby Brooch with Queen Victoria's Crown Ruby Necklace and Earrings.
She was in a very sparkly mood - which we love - even sporting the Teck Corsage Brooch on her back to keep her sash in place.
Ever the tease, Her Maj did refrain from going the full Queen Mother route this evening, selecting the
Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara instead of the Oriental Circlet. My wait to see the complete set reunited continues, but it's probably better this way. I need some time to get used to all these magnificent rubies in one place...
Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara
Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara
Queen Victoria's Crown Ruby Necklace and Earrings
Queen Victoria's Crown Ruby Brooch
Teck Corsage Brooch (on back, no pendants)
Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany, Riband and Star
Diamond Evening Watch
Queen Victoria's Crown Ruby Brooch
Teck Corsage Brooch (on back, no pendants)
Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany, Riband and Star
Diamond Evening Watch
Photos:via Getty Images, SkyNews video
