Charles joked and laughed with designer Stella McCartney when she showcased sustainable fashion products, and he was relaxed and at ease as he met creatives at stands displaying their clothes. But the royal family’s reputation appears to be suffering, with a new Ipsos poll finding the favourability ratings of all members falling. When a member of the press twice shouted “What’s your reaction to your brother’s arrest?”, the King walked into the central London building without answering. McCartney was exhibiting sustainable British innovation and the King appeared interested in a plant-based feather used to decorate a dress. The King presented the designer with a scarf and she organised a picture for a large group of the media, telling the King: “Let’s do a nice photo.

Source: The Times February 19, 2026 18:33 UTC