Queen Camilla Wears Black for Vatican Meeting with Pope

King Charles III and Queen Camilla made a state visit to Vatican City on October 23, 2025, meeting Pope Leo XIV for the first time. The visit included an ecumenical service at the Sistine Chapel, marking a significant moment as the King prayed with the Pope, while the couple’s attire adhered to Vatican dress codes, with Camilla donning a black dress and lace veil.