During these times of pressure, King Charles stole the fashion headlines on Thursday.
The King made a stunning front row appearance at London Fashion Week, just hours after his younger brother’s shocking arrest.
Charles found himself in the spotlight after releasing his statement in more ways than one, hours after Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested.
According to PA, the monarch was greeted with loud questions from the crowd about his younger brother, prompting several audible “ohhs” as his car came to a stop.
Dressed in a dark suit, he ignored the knocks and entered with his characteristic poise.
At the opening of London Fashion Week 2026 at 180 Studios in London, King Charles took time to speak with Sandra Choi, Creative Director of Jimmy Choo, sharing a moment amid the glitz and glamor of the event.
The monarch was seen at Tolu Coker’s Fall/Winter 2026 show in the NewGen space, effortlessly combining royal poise with runway-ready style.
For most, imagining a reigning monarch sitting next to Stella McCartney is something straight out of a fashion fantasy.
“King Charles in Tolu Coker is not a phrase I would have ever imagined writing,” joked Marie Claire fashion features editor Emma Childs.
The King’s Foundation, which trains apprentices in sewing, embroidery, millinery and other traditional skills, gave her the perfect excuse to interact with the next generation of talent at 180 Strand.
Her Majesty also met with designers promoting sustainable practices, including creatives from social enterprise Brand63Africa, reflecting her long-standing commitment to eco-conscious fashion initiatives.
Front row seats placed Charles between Stella McCartney and British Fashion Council chief executive Laura Weir.
Ahead of the show, explore McCartney’s exhibition on sustainable British innovation, which features plant-based feather alternatives and plastic-free sequins.
