This morning Kate and William visited the US Embassy in London to sign a condolence book for the victims of Sunday’s horrific shootings in Orlando.
Kate, William and US AMbassador Matthew Barzun.
US Embassy – London
From the Embassy Twitter account.
Grateful to welcome TRH Duke & Duchess of Cambridge @USAinUK to sign our condolence book for the victims of Orlando. pic.twitter.com/H6tqcKnIgz
— U.S. Embassy London (@USAinUK) June 14, 2016
The message the couple wrote.
US Embassy
From The Express:
The couple then spoke to embassy staff who have worked on LGBT issues.
Back to The Express story:
Dozens of embassy workers, all wearing custom-made badges with a combination of the American, British and Pride flags, filled the lobby for the royal visit.
Another view. 
The UK/USA have created a virtual condolence book that can be signed online.
A message from the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall is posted in that book.
Clarence House
Sunday was the first time in more than 5 years that I labored over the issue of publishing a post; the ghastly events in Orlando prompted concerns about propriety. I came to the conclusion that distractions can be a good thing, even when about something as seemingly frivolous as fashion – being horrified and saddened by what has happened and enjoying a diversion are not mutually exclusive things. But with apologies to those looking for the usual specifics and detailed photos about what Kate wore to the Embassy, I’m not comfortable writing about that at length. Sharing the photos, a link to the virtual condolence book and quick list feels acceptable, but anything beyond doesn’t sit right. Here is the quick list: a new dress by Tory Burch (thank you Lisa S.), Ralph Lauren jacket, Stuart Weitzman for Russell & Bromley Power pumps (I think), Kiki McDonough Lauren leaf earrings.
We’ll see you this afternoon with coverage of the garden party in Northern Ireland.
Tiff
Wednesday 15th of June 2016
Susan, this post is perfect. The respect you give to their Royal Highnesses, as well as to the events that they are highlighting...it's unparalleled. Thank you for sharing, and for giving us a little bit of distraction. This has been a very hard week.
Tamara
Wednesday 15th of June 2016
Susan, you are pure class. Thank you.
Jessica
Wednesday 15th of June 2016
What a classy and tasteful approach you have. It is so appreciated. I already loved this website, and now I love it even more.
ElizaMo
Wednesday 15th of June 2016
I’ve been quite shattered by the outpouring of goodwill towards LGBT over the past days. The turnaround in attitudes in my lifetime has been astounding and humbling, the finest riposte to the sordid pettiness of such atrocity.
I remain a little sorry to see we still attach the term ‘frivolous’ to our focus here. I’m not sure we are best placed to show respect for others if we lack respect for ourselves. What we engage in here is the very essence of civilised behaviour and the ultimate antidote to barbarity. It’s the calm and responsible tenor of this page which makes it an oasis in the midst of a highly vocal worldwide web.
Thank you for yet another deeply respectful and beautifully judged post.
Raman
Wednesday 15th of June 2016
So beautifully put. You echo our sentiments.
Nancy
Wednesday 15th of June 2016
From California, thank you for this post. It helps to know that our best friends -- the British people including the royal family -- grieve with us.
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