The queen also stayed at Balmoral Castle in Scotland, where she and Prince Philip were on their annual holiday along with Prince Charles, Prince William and Prince Harry, and her emotional reserve appeared uncaring and callous, with one newspaper headline blaring SHOW US YOU CARE. The day before Dianas funeral, the queen returned to London early and gave a rare live broadcast, paying tribute to Diana and saying the now-famous line: What I say to you now, as your queen and as a grandmother, I say from my heart. On the day of Dianas funeral, the queen flew the Union Jack at half-mast at Buckingham Palace, an unprecedented honor, as the Union Jack had never before been flown at half mast
The midi dress that does it all
Embellishment: Crystal and sequin beading
If your calendar includes celebrations in cooler months, too, this post on winter wedding guest dresses over 50 has additional ideas for polished dressing when the temperature drops
What I personally look for in a summer gown: Breathable movement: I want to walk and dance without feeling like Im wearing something stiff