Prince Ricardo De La Cerda
THERE will be several robes and crowns worn by the monarch as part of his coronation.
Here we take a look at what robes King Charles III will wear on his big day.
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Robes are worn by royals at coronations as a symbol of authority.
These robes often feature rich fabrics and intricate designs.
For each part of the ceremony, a different robe will be worn.
There are a total of six robes, each playing their own distinct role in the coronation.
These robes will include:
The Robe of State, also known as Parliament Robe, is a long mantle worn by the British monarch when they enter Westminster Abbey.
It traditionally consists of a cape of ermine and a long train made of crimson red velvet.
This train is trimmed with ermine, trimmed with gold lace and embroidered with gold.
During the anointing part of the ceremony, the monarch is stripped of all celebrated symbols of status and wears the Colobium Sindonis.
In contrast to the Robe of State, this gown is a simple sleeveless white linen shift.
It symbolizes divesting oneself of all worldly vanity, to stand bare before God.
The Supertunica robe is worn over the Colobium Sindonis during the investiture.
The robe is a long flowing coat of golden silk and expansive sleeves that are trimmed in golden lace.
It is fastened by a golden buckle that is embellished with roses, thistles and shamrocks.
This has been worn by King George V, King George VI and Queen Elizabeth II.
The Stole Royal robe is placed on top of the Supertunica robe during the investiture part of the coronation ceremony.
The robe relates to priestly vestments.
This Stole was newly made for The late Queen in 1953 and presented by the Worshipful Company of Girdlers.
The Robe Royal is worn by the British monarch when they are crowned at their coronation.
It is donned just before the monarch is presented with the Orb, Ring and Sceptres.
“Worn at the moment of crowning, this robe is embroidered with national symbols and imperial eagles crafted in silver thread decorate the corners of this four-square mantel.
“The Robe Royal takes on a priestly role: one of the divine nature of kingship,” says Historic UK.
The crowned monarch then wears the Imperial Robe, otherwise known as the Robe of Estate after they are crowned.
The robe is a 15lb, 6 1/2 meter purple silk velvet coat that is trimmed with Canadian ermine and includes a sumptuous ermine cape.
According to the Royal Collection Trust, Queen Elizabeth II’s Robe of Estate had a border of wheat ears and olive branches, symbolising peace and plenty.
It reportedly took 3,500 hours to complete and was embroidered by the Royal School of Needlework.
It is yet to be confirmed if King Charles will wear the same robe as his late mother.
According to reports, he has been advised to wear an outfit for his coronation that goes against previous royal tradition.
In previous ceremonies, the monarch has worn silk stockings and breeches.
However, recent reports have claimed that King Charles will opt to wear his military uniform instead, the Telegraph reported.