In a recent episode of the Daily Mail's Palace Confidential, royal editor Rebecca English explored an exhibition celebrating Queen Elizabeth II's legacy through her fashion, particularly focusing on her iconic 1953 coronation gown. Designed by Sir Norman Hartnell, the gown was originally intended to feature only UK emblems. However, the Queen requested that it also include symbols from all Commonwealth nations, resulting in a richly embroidered gown that represented countries like Canada, Australia, New Zealand, India, and Pakistan. This marked a significant shift in royal fashion, as it was the first coronation gown to honor nations beyond the British Isles. Additionally, the Queen's instruction for the embroidery to be done in color was unprecedented, contributing to the gown's timeless quality. The gown's weight, enhanced by the intricate embroidery, was between four and five kilograms, necessitating the use of horsehair padding to maintain its shape. This exhibition at The King's Gallery, Buckingham Palace, showcases the gown among other significant pieces from the Queen's wardrobe.