Tess Daly ditches her wedding ring as she returns to London after French holiday with estranged husband Vernon Kay and their daughters

Tess Daly ditched her wedding ring as she returned to London for a fancy work lunch on Monday after her holiday with her estranged husband Vernon Kay and their daughters. The presenter, 57, looked effortlessly stylish in a pale pink blazer and matching tailored trouser which she paired with a simple white tank top. The star completed her look with a pair of white heels and an array of necklaces as she posed at the event without her wedding ring on. Tess supported her friend and former Hello! Magazine editor Rosie Nixon for the launch of her book The Pro Method at the Corinthia London Hotel on Whitehall Place. The event comes just days after Tess returned from the South Of France where she holidayed with her ex Vernon and their daughters Phoebe, 21, and Amber, 17. Fans praised Tess and Vernon's close friendship in the comments after they amicably announced their split three months ago. Tess Daly ditched her wedding ring as she returned to London on Monday after French holiday with estranged husband Vernon Kay and their daughters last week The presenter, 57, looked effortlessly stylish in a pale pink blazer and matching tailored trouser which she paired with a simple white tank top'Love that you’re all together, hope you’ve had an amazing time,' one user wrote.Georgia Toffolo also commended: 'Love that you all stick together. So cool and inspirational.'Tess captioned her fun-filled holiday album: 'Last blast of South of France summer with the fam.'The former Strictly Come Dancing presenter looked sun-kissed as she showed off her incredible physique in a swimsuit.She looked casually cool in denim shorts and a feather print top to explore the picturesque towns.Last month it was reported that Vernon has bought a property just 15 minutes away from his family home as he continues to work out his split from Tess.The BBC Radio 2 DJ is still living with his ex-wife but is said to be preparing to move out into his new home down the road.Sources say Vernon is keen to stay near ex-Strictly host Tess and their two daughters. The star completed her look with a pair of white heels and array of necklaces as she posed at the event without her wedding ring on (pictured with Dean Piper) Charlotte Hawkins wowed in a stunning blue summer dress as she posed for snaps with Kirsty Gallacher Dame Kelly Holmes looked stylish in a white waistcoat, brown shorts and black Dr Martens Tess beamed in snaps with her friend Gayle Lawton who opted for a stylish beige ensemble Dame Denie Lewis wore a bold dark green suit and pale pink waistcoat top Tess supported her friend and former Hello! Magazine editor Rosie Nixon for the launch of her book The Pro Method at the Corinthia London Hotel on Whitehall Place Laura Hamilton wowed in a brown leather dress as she posed for snaps with a chic Tasia FilippatosThe house, which is apparently worth £3million and includes a swimming pool and sprawling grounds, is undergoing renovations.Vernon, 52, and Tess announced they were separating after 23 years of marriage in May but have remained friends.A source told the Sun: 'Vernon has now bought a place close to the family home in Buckinghamshire.'It means he can stay close to their girls, which is something important to both him and Tess. He's having renovations done and will move out when the house is ready. Tess is supporting him with the move.'It's going to be very strange for them after living together for over two decades, so they're both treating the situation with care and respect.'The Daily Mail contacted a representative for Vernon for comment at the time.In May, Tess and Vernon revealed they were parting ways after 23 years of marriage, the statement shocking fans.In a joint announcement, the pair said they had reached a mutual agreement to go their separate ways, though friends of the couple said they were both still at their marital home in Beaconsfield.They wrote: 'After much consideration, and with a deep sense of care and respect for one another, we have made the decision to separate amicably.'This has not been an easy choice, but it comes from a place of mutual understanding and a shared desire of what is best for both of us.'We remain great friends and, most importantly, fully committed to our roles as loving and supportive parents, which will always be our priority. There are no other parties involved in this decision. We kindly ask for privacy during this time.'We will not be making any further public comments.'