Lily Collins Leads the Gold Heel Rush at A King’s Trust 50th Anniversary Celebration – WWD

King Charles and Queen Camilla attended a star-studded red carpet event on May 11, 2026, to celebrate the 50th anniversary of The King’s Trust. The celebration, held at the Royal Albert Hall in London, marked five decades of the charity’s work supporting young people across the United Kingdom and worldwide.

The event featured a high-profile guest list of entertainers and public figures. George and Amal Clooney were among the primary arrivals, with HELLO! Magazine describing the couple as leading the star-studded arrivals with glamour.

Other notable attendees included Rita Ora, who joined the glitzy proceedings at the Royal Albert Hall, and representatives from Metro, who were also present for the anniversary awards.

Footwear trends were a focal point of the evening’s fashion. WWD reported that the arrival sequence began with a gold heel rush, as metallic footwear set the initial tone for the event.

Lily Collins was a key figure in this trend, wearing pale gold Jimmy Choo sandals. While metallic styles were prominent early on, WWD noted that the red carpet did not stay in full metallic mode for long.

The fashion narrative shifted toward a second trend characterized by black pumps with various textures. Queen Camilla opted for a familiar style, wearing suede-and-leather cap-toe pumps.

Further contributing to the textured black footwear trend, Jessica Oyelowo wore black patent mary janes featuring crystal and floral detailing.

The 50th anniversary celebration served as a milestone for the organization founded by King Charles, highlighting the long-term impact of the charity’s initiatives for youth.