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Whether hosting at home or at an exclusive venue, let’s raise our glasses in celebration and toast to the beginning of a new chapter in our nation’s history. Long live the King! 1. Royal garden coronation party:
Charles and Camilla were crowned as King and Queen in a ceremony at Westminster Abbey, which was attended by royals, political leaders and celebrities There’s no such thing as over the top, especially not for the King's coronation celebrations. And the more the better in this case! Leave your loungewear at home and swap it for something a bit more jazzy to capture the attention of other party goers. One thing’s for sure, you’ll be awarded the best dressed as the party! Spice up your life His keen interest in fashion extended to the Tudor and Stuart inspired outfit he designed for his coronation, the most extravagant in British history. It included a coronation mantle made of red velvet, lined with ermine, and ornately embroidered which was so enormously heavy it took eight train bearers to carry it. Unfortunately for George IV he had to wear it during a heatwave in July. "The whole ensemble almost caused him to faint and apparently he used 19 handkerchiefs during the homage alone," says Reynolds. Food and beverage: Offer British-inspired canapes with a modern twist using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Mini-Yorkshire puddings with beef and horseradish, smoked salmon blinis, and crab cakes with aioli are great options. Afternoon tea and croquet: A sophisticated garden tea coronation party with croquet to celebrate coronation. Scones, champagne, delicate florals.
Attire: Encourage smart-casual dress with optional sophistication, such as summer hats or dressy sandals. Men can wear lightweight linen shirts and trousers, and women can opt for pretty sundresses or skirt and blouse combinations.
The humble blue cornflower can frequently be seen in his buttonhole, and it appears in a particularly striking photographic portrait by Nadav Kander from 2013. Now endangered in its natural habitat, the flower draws attention to his environmental concerns. Prince Harry attended the Coronation service but the BBC understands he was not invited to appear on the balcony. Later, he was reportedly spotted at Heathrow Airport We hope you’ve received the memo by now, but for those who haven’t, the biggest party of the summer in on the horizon. The King is celebrating his coronation on the 6th May, and as with all royal bank holidays, it’s going to be one big celebration! As it’s a British occasion, it calls for British costumes, British accessories, and of course, British party decorations. The nation has been getting ready to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III – and now we have many details of the ceremony, including Charles' robes, crown and other regalia he will wear in Westminster Abbey on 6 May.
Host a luxurious coronation party on a yacht or riverboat with elegant decorations and views of the Thames. Food and beverage: Offer a selection of teas from around the world and classic finger sandwiches. Serve petit fours and add a touch of elegance with vintage tea sets and delicate floral arrangements on the tables. When we first think of Great Britain, asides from Fish n chips and scones, we imagine the classic red post boxes that can be found all over towns and cities. They’re a British icon and make a great photo opportunity, especially when you’re dressed up as one!
Entertainment: Include decorations with royal portraits and vintage decor, and guests can admire each other’s costumes and pose for photos in front of the decor. Incorporate interactive elements, such as a gin or whisky tasting station or a mixology workshop with a modern British mixologist, to create a more memorable experience. Are you celebrating a special occasion? Equally renowned for his flamboyant style was Edward VIII. He loved colour and pattern and wasn't afraid to make a bold statement, combining clashing patterns with great elan and wearing traditional British fabrics such as tweed in unconventional colours like cinnamon. Rejecting the buttoned-up formality of his childhood he was famed for a casual style he labelled "dress soft". At the same time, no one could wear a suit quite like him. "I was in fact produced as a leader of fashion, with the clothiers as my showmen and the world as my audience," he famously proclaimed. Décor: The colour palette of the event is regal, with rich shades of purple, gold, and red. Consider incorporating native blooms such as roses, daisies, and lilies into your floral arrangements to celebrate the country’s natural beauty.Attire: Encourage guests to choose costumes from any period of British history referencing famous royal family members such as Henry VIII, Queen Victoria, Princess Margaret, or Zara Phillips.
Beneath the Ballroom’s magnificent Throne Canopy, visitors will see the Throne Chairs used by Their Majesties for the Enthroning and the Homage. During their tour of the Palace’s State Rooms, visitors will also see the Chairs of Estate, were used during the first stages of the Coronation, in the Throne Room. Both the Throne Chairs and the Chairs of Estate were made for previous Coronations, and were conserved and reupholstered by Royal Household and Royal Collection Trust conservators, with additional conservation and new embroidery by the Royal School of Needlework. Décor: Set up the space with red carpets and movie posters like a traditional movie theatre for an immersive experience. Guests can feel like they are attending a royal movie premiere.High tea and garden tour: Treat guests to a refined high tea in a picturesque garden setting with floral centrepieces and elegant tea sets, coupled with guided tours of the garden, making for an unforgettable coronation celebration.
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