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. Golddigger, 15, pretended to fall in love with man, 35, she met online before stabbing him in the head when he didn't buy her the gifts she wanted The longest-serving heir to the throne in British history will today be crowned at Westminster Abbey in a ceremony that is steeped in the majesty of his illustrious forebears – but also embraces and emphasises the proud diversity of modern-day Britain.

On top, for her arrival at Westminster Abbey, the Queen wore the crimson velvet Robe of State with long train originally made for Queen Elizabeth II in 1953. Charles III's day of destiny today has arrived as the world prepares to watch the historic first Coronation of a British monarch in 70 years at Westminster Abbey where Britain will hail its new King. Yesterday the 75-year-old Queen Consort made only a brief public appearance as she attended a final rehearsal at the Abbey with her husband in the morning. She chose not to attend any of the other public engagements by his side, preferring to ‘pace herself’ and also ensure ‘the day was about her husband’, sources said. RICHARD KAY: Of course there are differences between Charles and William, but Omid Scobie's version of events is no more than a parody of the truth The Queen's coronation gown, designed by Bruce Oldfield, is a tailored ivory, silver and gold coat-like dress embroidered with delicate garlands of British wildflowers.

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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! The coronation champion programme rewards extraordinary volunteers across the country who have contributed to their communities. We will be bringing you updates throughout the day as politicians and officials from Northern Ireland attend the ceremony and people celebrate across the country. Working with an artist and a textile designer, every detail of the embroidery was painstakingly transferred onto the paper patterns ready for the embroiderers could begin their work.

World leaders, prime ministers from overseas realms, foreign monarchy and the extended British royal family were seated inside the ancient place of worship. Plan to watch the Coronation – Children can watch the Coronation ceremony live on television or online. I was in the crowd at Windsor for the Coronation Concert, between the performances there were constant reminders of the King's work with young people and on the environment.The King meanwhile wore his grandfather George VI's crimson Robe of State with a new crimson Coronation Tunic, with cream silk overshirt and Royal Naval trousers for his arrival. Events are taking place across Northern Ireland with the ceremony being shown on big screens in several locations including Belfast. Before the crowning the archbishop delivered a sermon to the 2,300 guests, a gathering of world leaders, celebrities, UK politicians, foreign royalty, everyday heroes and the royal family. A nurse who was invited to the "electric" coronation concert as a coronation champion has spoken fondly of how everyone was "singing along" and cheering for the Prince of Wales when he gave his speech for the King.

There will be all the pomp and ceremony you could dream of, but as little of the “them and us” as possible,’ one senior royal aide said last night. 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 He said: "We pay particular tribute to the countless people who have given their time and dedication to ensuring that the celebrations in London, Windsor and further afield were as happy, safe and enjoyable as possible. We saw the culmination of that work this weekend. Walking in the abbey on Saturday for the service I saw a number of those who'd worked for the King.What is given today is for the gain of all. For Jesus Christ announced a kingdom in which the poor and oppressed are freed from chains of injustice. The blind see. The bruised and broken-hearted are healed." The curved shape-lines of the dress swoop into a short train, the length and shape of which was designed to complement the Robe of State, and Camilla's new purple velvet Robe of Estate worn for her departure from the Abbey. Even his communications secretary at the time was surprised about what he'd said about missing friends and family. He wasn't expected to open up in that way. But in terms of his image, it was a big winner for them. It showed his more human side. It was unusual.