The Trump dynasty mingled with the royal family at the lavish state banquet, where industry chiefs rather than Hollywood stars gathered to honour US President Donald Trump.

But who sat next to whom? Who wore what? Who said what? And what was on the menu? 

Here is a behind-the-scenes look at the inside story of when the Royal Family hosted the Trumps. 

Where did the guests sit? 

As is tradition, the Queen, who does not have her own place card, was at the head of the table, with the Prince of Wales on her left and Mr Trump on her right.

Joining Mr Trump and First Lady Melania at the white tie and tiara event were four of Mr Trump’s five children – Ivanka Trump, with her husband Jared Kushner, Donald Trump Jr,…

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