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Photographs of Queen Elizabeth II are displayed ahead of the reception to celebrate her life.

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The Princess of Wales paid sartorial tribute to the late monarch in a lilac dress and pearl jewelry. Read more

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Some attendees at the party were also celebrating their 100th birthday.

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King Charles presented them with birthday cards.

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The Prince of Wales laughed as he met John Jervois, one of the centenarians.

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The Waleses made the rounds at the party.

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Queen Elizabeth’s first cousins Princess Alexandra (in blue) and the Duke of Kent (seated, second from right) made rare appearances at the reception. Read more

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There was a “100” birthday cake.

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They cut the cake with 100 year-old Joan Illingworth.

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Queen Camilla wore an embroidered black dress and a pearl choker for the event. Read more

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The Princess of Wales met a service dog.

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Marble Hall, as pictured in the background here, was festively decorated.

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Prince Richard, Duke of Gloucester was among the royals at the reception.

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As was Birgitte, Duchess of Gloucester, wearing a red skirt set.

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Princess Anne attended the reception after opening a memorial garden earlier in the day.

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The Princess Royal wore a printed red dress and pearl jewelry.

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The Duke of Kent looked deep in conversation.

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Prince Edward spoke animatedly.

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The Waleses and the Edinburghs together during the event.

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Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh’s outfit featured a hidden tribute to the late queen. Read more

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