Brigitte Macron’s Bold Shoulder Detail Adds Sparkling Flair to Her Evening Gown for London Banquet With Emmanuel Macron

Brigitte Macron continued her tour of the U.K. alongside husband Emmanuel Macron, the president of France, with a banquet in London‘s Guildhall on Wednesday. France’s first lady married subdued elegance with sparkling embellishments, favoring a gown with statement shoulders.

Macron’s floor-length gown was designed with a sleek column silhouette. The black dress included long sleeves and a rounded neckline, as well as shimmering embroidered caps at the shoulders.

When it came to the rest of her attire, Macron opted for simple pieces of jewelry. She favored silver earrings and bracelets to complement the silver embellishments on the statement shoulders of her formal dress.

Macron’s husband also wore formal attire for the occasion. The French president opted for white tie and tails for the London banquet. He also wore a red sash.

France’s first couple were joined by the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester, Lord Mayor of the City of London Alastair King and Lady Mayoress of the City of London Florence King for Wednesday’s banquet. The Duke of Gloucester is a nephew of the late Queen Elizabeth II.

The Macrons arrived in Windsor, England, on Tuesday, greeted by Prince William and Kate Middleton and Queen Camilla and King Charles III, the latter of whom are hosting the Macrons at Windsor Castle. On Tuesday night, the prominent members of the British royal family hosted a banquet in Windsor for Brigitte and Emmanuel Macron.

The occasion was an opportunity to showcase unity through sartorial statements. The Princess of Wales wore a red gown by Sarah Burton of Givenchy. Queen Camilla styled a white dress courtesy of her go-to designer Fiona Clare and Brigitte Macron honored her home country of France wearing a custom royal blue Louis Vuitton dress.

The Macrons visit to the U.K. marks the first official state visit made by France in 17 years.