Introduction: In a break from tradition, floral headpieces took center stage over tiaras at the coronation of Charles III, as his son Prince William’s wife, Catherine, opted for a nature-inspired accessory. The choice of a floral headpiece aligns with the “green” tone set for the coronation by the environmentally conscious king. Charles, known for his advocacy for the environment and love for nature, expressed his preferences through the use of the Green Man symbol on the coronation invitations, representing spring and rebirth. The departure from the traditional tiara also reflects Charles’s vision of a “meritocratic not aristocratic” coronation, where community … Continue reading Charles’s Dress-Down Coronation: Floral Headpieces Replace Tiaras in Line with a Green and Meritocratic Approach