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The Princess is Festive for Carol Concert at Westminster Abbey – What Kate Wore
The Princess of Wales chose a festive red coat by Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen for tonight's Together At Christmas Carol Service. Kate Mansey of The Times shared this video as the Princess arrived. The Princess of Wales has arrived at Westminster Abbey for her Christmas carol service - children and husband joining later pic.twitter.com/xJnHu3qRpW — Kate Mansey (@KateMansey) December 6, 2024 This is the fourth year the Princess has hosted the carol concert at Westminster Abbey. The Abbey also posted a quick video of her arrival this evening. NOTE: Video contains flash photography 📸 HRH The Princess of Wales arrives ahead of tonight’s Royal Carols at Westminster Abbey. #RoyalCarols#TogetherAtChristmas pic.twitter.com/JpMNFNZltt — Westminster Abbey (@wabbey) December 6, 2024 Here is another view as the Princess walks up the Abbey steps. Now, let's look at some of the guests arriving. Here you see 100-year-old Bernard Morgan, Ambassador for the Royal British Legion, as he arrived. He is a former RAF sergeant and codebreaker who survived the D-Day landing on Gold Beach. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'XDvkN_phStBY_2YW1sdqZg',sig:'3Hq2p2z7kiAMYfbtoS0IS72DmntVmo1Hto5EmbibWiQ=',w:'396px',h:'594px',items:'2188552482',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); Olympic cyclist Sir Chris Hoy and his wife, Sarra Kemp. In October, Sir Chris revealed he had prostate cancer, and his life expectancy is two to four years. Not long after that diagnosis, Lady Sarra shared the news that she had been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'YADk0Ht3Sg5gGY49xSkFew',sig:'OLs_f-vKri52MKD8A9b9v0R1wjQnuq-m6fojfnhJv90=',w:'594px',h:'396px',items:'2187909701',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); Actress Hannah Waddingham. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'uPl6HlhwR7x1Wunp8O2mvw',sig:'wJZT5aWFcv8P10O36DlgKvexff8kJ0LNlyM0Xdwf4fM=',w:'396px',h:'594px',items:'2188556705',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); Grammy Award winner Gregory Porter. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'TrN_ZrC4TK9--tU8xJEQWA',sig:'-UKQXfZwL8j0q1PIPktPSL1K4zPPTq7n7LTUsPB81Fo=',w:'396px',h:'594px',items:'2188556631',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); Paloma Faith. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'HXcOcJL8SqZydhwAzSbo2Q',sig:'vKpEt9F1Xh3w1eciuflNZr4ASDXLGwiDHCBNnn8ZlJk=',w:'396px',h:'594px',items:'2188556218',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); In this photo, you see James Middleton, his wife, Alizee Thevenet, and Pippa Middleton Matthews. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'29YoSVcmRqB-JehU5qFzyA',sig:'jy6DBgRENmEmiNYUoi6VYeOUzU0sAKrhcNeu32RlQFY=',w:'446px',h:'594px',items:'2188563517',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); Here you see the Princess's parents, Carole and Michael Middleton. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'ScX2G7nUSKJHXnqIvg8YKQ',sig:'WcK25fdB_afAeKcu4ToNssbVnHqOUnFZJz4WnJ0gLvE=',w:'594px',h:'396px',items:'2187919995',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); The Duke of Kent. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'7AUCQsi8QaF99g8lWbfloQ',sig:'PW0Wvi7-1zgIv7oHxlUHT7KX5sR8bqYEgjPY6HWWu1Q=',w:'594px',h:'396px',items:'2187924153',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'p75Tkk06QHFEOthCC78FYA',sig:'NoCNljM8W44-HfLU2XU3cxREpNO0-a9xI1CVn5lrcTw=',w:'413px',h:'594px',items:'2187916293',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); Prince and Princess Michael of Kent. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'UIZw_7BDTZFgvKh-id4_kw',sig:'YfKxxX2Y1-2Bnmb-bdPpbqgguaD_L_EqZivaYMLTENY=',w:'594px',h:'396px',items:'2187924130',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); Lord and Lady Frederick Windsor arriving with their daughters, Maud and Isabella. Lord Frederick is Prince and Princess Michael's son. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'Ov8SRITXRPhABGw489ucag',sig:'MtMgCS8u7SMALtxorWGKhIBqQjRRAWnfZy-ejop-nxM=',w:'594px',h:'396px',items:'2187911438',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); Prince and Princess Michael's daughter, Lady Gabriella (center), and the Duke and Duchess of Kent's daughter, Lady Helen (left). Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'YSIf5f7hQEZxkeNkAl74tw',sig:'5tdgIvYAK3GsuogdtN7lMchPBBj7o1aW0SKhdie3XRc=',w:'594px',h:'396px',items:'2187919766',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); Zara Tindall, along with Princess Beatrice and her husband, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, and stepson, eight-year-old Wolfie. The couple is expecting their second child in the spring. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'mzw6K15fQftPcENOClAp_g',sig:'FzCWb9D1oi75TIRD8o9RsYEk67TNH_X5xeo21-M1ZQA=',w:'594px',h:'396px',items:'2187911101',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); The Duchess of Edinburgh as she was welcomed to the Abbey tonight. As people arrived, the Princess spoke with performers and guests. Here you see her with the D-Day veteran Bernard Morgan. The RAF veteran's thoughts on being at the concert are shared via this Daily Mail story. 'I am very grateful to be invited, and I am honoured to light a candle on behalf of all the amazing volunteers at the Royal British Legion who give up their time to support veterans like me. ‘I am always keen for the younger generation to know exactly what went on during the War and to appreciate the sacrifice that our lads made so that we can enjoy the freedoms we have today. 'Being able to continue to tell my story at 100 is wonderful and I am grateful to the Princess of Wales and the Royal British Legion for giving me the opportunity to do that.’ The Princess with Sir Chris Hoy. In this image, she is chatting with some of the youngsters performing tonight. Here, you see her with Gregory Porter, who will perform Do You Hear What I Hear? Chatting with a young man who looks like he may be a Scout. The Princess with Olivia Dean (pale blue), who will sing The Christmas Song tonight, and Paloma Faith (red). Ms. Faith is performing the song This Christmas during the concert. More from this ITV News article. She turned to Faith, in a red dress, and singer-songwriter JP Cooper, who wore a similar coloured coat, and smiled as she said: “It’s a celebration, everybody’s wearing red.” Faith joked about her eight-year-old daughter who said, when told her mother was leaving home to sing for a princess: “Are they going to chop your head off?” The singer and Kate laughed as the performer said: “I don’t think they do that anymore.” The Princess and two youngsters attending tonight's event. More on some of the other guests at tonight's concert via this Daily Mail piece. ...members of the Southport community affected by this summer’s tragic stabbing, including children who survived the attack and the families of the three little girls who died. Travelling from Yorkshire is the family of inspirational Liz Hatton, who was invited to Windsor by the prince and princess in October to help complete a photography ‘bucket list’. The last group to arrive: Prince William and the Wales children. The Princess went outside to join her husband and children. On their way into the Abbey, guests could leave messages on a 'Kindness Tree,' dedicating decorations to those providing support and love, underscoring the importance of kindness and empathy. Here, you see the Wales children as they were getting ready to hang their messages on the tree. Another view. The Mirror's Johnny Goldsmith shared what was written on Prince Louis' message. The sweet words on the card held by Prince Louis as he walks into Westminster Abbey https://t.co/rdX8c3P5Gm by @ianvogler pic.twitter.com/4EEflLARCA — Johnny Goldsmith (@MirrorJohnny) December 6, 2024 If unable to decipher the handwriting, the message reads, Thank you to granny and grandpa because they have played games with me.” The Wales family is welcomed to the service. You can see how well the boys' ties match the red in the Princess's coat and how Prince William's tie coordinates with Princess Charlotte's coat. The Abbey looked festive and inviting—more on the decor from The Mirror's live blog covering tonight's event. Christmas trees inside and outside the abbey were from Windsor Great Park and donated by the King. Festive wreaths adorned with red ribbons and bows were made and donated by Fantasy Greens, a UK-based company, and the abbey was transformed with a Christmassy red-and-green colour scheme. More on the theme for tonight's concert taping via this Express story. Love is the light that can shine bright, even in our darkest times,” Kate wrote in a letter to the 1,600 guests invited to the Westminster Abbey concert on Friday. It highlights the themes of her Together at Christmas Carol Service, which are kindness, love, empathy, and being there for each other through tough times. Here is an image of the program cover. Artist Charlie Mackesy did the illustration. More from this Express story. Mr Mackesy’s beautiful illustrations and inspirational quotes have provided comfort to people around the world, especially during difficult times. In 2019, he published his book ‘The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse’ which highlights the importance of kindness and friendship to us all. It was adapted into a short film in 2022, which won an Oscar for Best Animated Short. The Queen chose to open her book club, the Queen's Reading Room, with Mr Mackesy's book when she launched the venture during lockdown. He has since attended several engagements with her, and Camilla sent her congratulations after his Academy Award win in 2023. After being seated, it was time for everyone to light their candles. You can just see Princess Charlotte's black bow, which echoed the bow at her mother's neckline. Another view. The service began with the Very Reverend Dr. David Hoyle KCVO MBE, the Dean of Westminster, welcoming the congregation. Prince William read the first Lesson tonight, Isaiah 9:2, 6-7. Actress Michelle Dockery read Reflections on Empathy and Kindness. Then everyone stood to sing Oh Come All Ye Faithful. There were many other performances, including one by the Royal Ballet and students from the Royal Ballet School. The program airs on ITV and ITVX on Christmas Eve. And now for a few photos of people as they left tonight's service, beginning with the Middleton family. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'c0SV2QL9SlxwxglwDM6iKw',sig:'4dKlepucBUEcPrVomSHWB7spfaLDCHBxWrpjRFMl57I=',w:'594px',h:'415px',items:'2188575873',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); Zara Tindall looks terrific in wine velvet separates by Veronica Beard, the designer's Ellette Dickey Jacket, and Lebone Trousers. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'XkZacTwpQ7xKiXbR4GrC9g',sig:'wLrYCgs5sCKn9eljXCkfHnMPQZ-KPp9rokdaudP9xkk=',w:'435px',h:'594px',items:'2188575541',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); The Duchess of Edinburgh is wearing Isabel Marant's Loyana Jacket and the Berenjena dress by Matelier Design. Princess Beatrice wears a coat by Hobbs London atop a ME+EM dress, and she carried an Aspinal bag. Pippa Matthews wears a past-season Karen Millen design, per Kate Middleton Styled on Instagram. She is carrying a bag favored by her sister, the Emmy London Natasha in burgundy velvet. And now for our look at what Kate wore for tonight's concert. She was in a vibrant red coat that very much looks like the Alexander McQueen design worn several times before. We first saw it for the October 2020 Hold Still community launch; it was worn again in December 2020 as a royal train tour concluded; it made another appearance in November 2022 at a rugby match. If you noted the scarf worn in Cardiff in the center photo (and the skirt peeking out beneath the coat), you'll recognize the skirt worn today. It is the Emilia Wickstead design initially seen at the December 2018 Christmas party. UPDATE 7PM: Middleton Maven pointed out that Beulah London sells a velvet bow that is similar to the one worn by the Princess tonight. The Bow in Black Velvet ($85) comes with a hair clip and looks like it could easily be adapted for wear as seen tonight on the Princess. It may not be the same bow at all, but it certainly looks similar. We saw the return of the Ralph Lauren Collection High Heel Boots in black suede. (These were also worn during the Cardiff visit in 2020.) They have a sharply pointed toe, 3 heel, and full-length zipper. The Princess wore a new pair of earrings by Mulberry, the British retailer's Amberley Baroque Pearl Earrings ($224). The hardware for the earrings uses the silhouette of Mulberry's iconic Rider's Lock, which is done in gold-plated brass. Thank you to UFO No More and Middleton Maven for this ID. The Princess also brought back one of her Halcyon Days bangle bracelets. It could be her Salamander Torque style in Forget-Me-Not, but it's tough to say for sure because I didn't find many photos showing the stones in the bracelet.UPDATE:A friend shared a photo and it is the Forget Me Not, definitely. Thanks for ID assistance today goes to UFO No More, Kate Middleton Style, Remoulade Sauce, and Royal Fashion Police. Now for Princess Charlotte's look. She appears to be in a Trotters design she has worn before, the brand's Burgundy Classic Coat ($298), a double-breasted style. It has all of the signature design elements one expects from this brand: a piece made in 100% wool, top-stitching details on the collar and pocket flaps, self-covered buttons, and more. The only thing I noticed is that the Princess's coat has four rows of buttons as opposed to the three rows shown in the product photo. It's possible additional length was added to the garment along with another row of buttons because of her height. I will check. For those fond of the look but hoping for something at a lower price point, on the right, I show the Edgehill Collection Girls' Dressy Coat ($68) as sold at Dillard's. I have a commitment tonight and will look at what the young Princes wore tomorrow. Until then, I'll leave you with one of my (many) favorite photos from the evening, the Princess and her youngest child. NOTES: If I see any links to the carol concert on ITV, I will share them here on the post and on Facebook. If I recall correctly, last year, people put up bootleg copies of the program, and they were taken down almost immediately. My good friend Carly from Kate Middleton Style had a calamity occur: after 12 years on the site, Facebook took down her Kate Middleton Style page. They allege she was imitating a real person. (Ah, Facebook, after twelve years....? Really?!) But poof - it's gone, along with her 100,000+ followers. If anyone is interested in following Carly's new page, here is a link.
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The Princess of Wales in Familiar Styles for Christmas Day at Sandringham – UPDATED – What Kate Wore
The Wales family joined other royals for the traditional Christmas Day walk to church at Sandringham. There was a full contingent of royal family members at St. Mary Magdalene today, led by King Charles and Queen Camilla. St. Mary Magdalene is Sandringham's parish church. The crowd of well-wishers was large, with loads of people lined up eager to see the royals. We learn more about the service from The Daily Mail. Crowds were given copies of the order of service, conducted at the Church of St Mary Magdalene in Sandringham, conducted by the Rector Rev Canon Dr Paul Rhys Williams. Hymns included O Come All Ye Faithful, Oh Little Town of Bethlehem, While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks By Night, and Hark! The Herald Angels Sing. The service also included The Lord's Prayer. Zara Tindall with daughter Lena, and Peter Phillips with daughter Isla, as they walked to church. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'1DHTPWnBRx54b-L2FlmFew',sig:'79SO6kqBJqb_aCVjpAg4LQ6tw4kUHnURV7iBR9atEbA=',w:'594px',h:'396px',items:'2190756119',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); In this photo, you see the Edinburghs with Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence on the far right of the photo. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'qYXkxNSRSXB4_b5btnnbJQ',sig:'iXA-n7DpTfMGzi7uqpM-A0Or3_Oe24L0SFjHq-O4pms=',w:'594px',h:'457px',items:'2190755847',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); And here you see Lady Sarah Chatto (on the far left), Princess Margaret's daughter, with her brother, the Earl of Snowdon, David Armstrong-Jones. You also see Samuel and Arthur Chatto with their mother and uncle. I believe Major Jonny Thompson, the King's senior equerry, is seen on the right. Per Rodrigo on X, the young woman with the family is artist Eleanor Ekserdjian, Samuel Chatto's girlfriend. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'sOYXH788RiNdutkQhf6FJQ',sig:'bKhoUeFOs3MyXOR8dvK-YdW_2SlgFwDcx6ficbwuYSU=',w:'594px',h:'396px',items:'2190756203',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); Here is a video as the royals exited the church after today's service. 🎥 Sky News pic.twitter.com/V5Bff5mw8b — ChristinZ (@ChristinsQueens) December 25, 2024 The Wales family as they were leaving the church. Princess Anne with her daughter, Zara Tindall. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'sOhvPHoFSLtGFh6KZbHM5w',sig:'sAj9z1YvvBt-vj38NOJQgPVsXIqMazuOpEC3MphEbYE=',w:'376px',h:'594px',items:'2190763070',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); And with her son, Peter Phillips. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'X98LrPZMTUprtfKzfgwmeg',sig:'bybBTaeOvuw8BvkWIqf1Z41ooBrH4kkj1WU9VTCkffQ=',w:'594px',h:'396px',items:'2191384745',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); Another view of the Wales family as they were leaving the church. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'NCYPbKf0Rnl8zoTttg1u-w',sig:'nOaT3U6L_jTAJBa3YnOxJGUIDdZskhmP4KyskXy_x0c=',w:'396px',h:'594px',items:'2191384760',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); Princess Charlotte and Mia Tindall. The Princess greets a youngster in the crowd. The Princess spoke about cancer with some members of the crowd. The Daily Mail has more in this story. Moments after she took a gift for Charlotte from a little girl, who she wished Merry Christmas, a woman who had worked for Macmillan Cancer Support told Kate: 'I just wanted to say you are an inspiration to all the patients.' The Princess of Wales replied: 'The amount of people who have written this year is extraordinary and I think cancer just really does resonate with so many families. People like you are doing all the hard work out there. I'm hugely grateful.' In this photo, you see the Princess hugging 73-year-old Karen Maclean, who said she has been dealing with cancer for twenty years. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'uj2b2jGQT4JjO_92ci3mzg',sig:'D3mLLOCF4zHFtUxWWGZ_vHCfqok5VyJN-znAwk5XWFs=',w:'416px',h:'594px',items:'2191385288',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); Another view of Prince George and Princess Charlotte. You can see the tartan of Prince George's tie. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'3l70XfqGRz56U-oyYiNl4w',sig:'GJJg0X9FzIaiI_rCK1sH8jF5ckM1aX7-UQh7ueyT-Fc=',w:'458px',h:'594px',items:'2191388051',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); Prince Louis, also in a tartan tie, with some of the gifts he was given by well-wishers. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'bCsvKBYmScdC_W7wgg2ahA',sig:'ORRdjomKgh4T3mrQmAfYcPVLRjuVeCsbn8lLiOt9GPY=',w:'447px',h:'594px',items:'2191387942',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); More on the children and the walkabout from The Daily Mail's story. In a sweet video from this morning, a very happy Louis had his hands full of gifts before another well-wisher offered him a Father Christmas headband. The young prince accepted the headband, politely thanked the person who gifted it and returned to his father and siblings. Prince William, who was himself greeting well-wishers with enthusiasm, appeared amused by his youngest son's haul and said: 'You've got that as well'. But when the family started to move along the path, Louis appeared to struggle to keep hold of everything he had received. At that point, he returned to his father and sweetly asked: 'Papa, can you carry some?' In this video, you see Princess Charlotte posing for a selfie. Princess Charlotte posing for a selfie with members of the public. I love her! 🥹😍📸 pic.twitter.com/MNN1VpDY5c — anna (@tokkianami) December 25, 2024 The Princess with some of the flowers she was given today. Now for a quick overview of what some royal women were wearing, beginning with Queen Camilla. She wore a coat by Anna Valentine, accessorized with a Chanel handbag and boots by Russell and Bromley. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'teKHcXhASThxxRImGyhPVw',sig:'uk_ZwNuI6m4EKRN1bmDM0HC1OBUg-u1r0HvvBV4HPrs=',w:'432px',h:'594px',items:'2190755784',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); The Duchess of Edinburgh was in Emilia Wickstead's Kalonice Wrap Coatdress with Reiss boots and a Strathberry bag. Lady Louise sported a Jane Taylor beret that both she and her mother had worn before. Princess Beatrice reportedly wore a coat from the Net-a-Porter for The King’s Foundation collection. The collection is designed by students participating in the Modern Artisan education program, designed to equip young artisans with the skills to succeed in a fast-paced digital landscape and produce luxury apparel collections to the highest standards. More on her look from The Telegraph's coverage: The Modern Artisan programme, run by The King’s Foundation and Net a Porter, trains emerging designers and makers to create a capsule of luxury and sustainable staples. It follows Princess Beatrice’s visit to The King’s Foundation’s Future Textiles exhibition at the Garrison Chapel in November, where the Modern Artisan collection formed part of the display. Princess Beatrice also wore Maje boots and a headband by Justine Bradley Hill Millinery. Zara Tindall's coat was by The Fold, and she carried a Lalage Beaumont handbag, the Odette Mini. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'3iRpanjDTxl1Rt1RWiTI7w',sig:'op0SqpOf0LgePkADpnd_7HQqmUUD6VkP3qNbbuTp_hA=',w:'396px',h:'594px',items:'2190759763',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); Thank you to Royal Fashion Police and UFO No More for additional ID information today. And now for our look at what Kate wore. She was in the green Alexander McQueen coat first noted in January 2023, shown below. The tailored double-breasted design is fitted and midi-length with padded shoulders, peak lapels, button cuffs, front pocket flaps, and a defined waistline. Beneath the coat, it looks like the Princess may have worn a sweater first noted in February 2022, believed to be the Boden Cashmere Crewneck (the current version is available here). Her black skirt today was pleated, so it could be the Zara style worn in October 2020 for the Hold Still community launch. The Princess carried her Grace Han Love Letter Top-Handle handbag ($2970). We saw the return of the Princess's Gina Foster 'Meribel' hat, a velour-felt beret with a perky bow. The boots were also familiar, a bespoke pair by Gianvito Rossi most similar to the Piper Block Heel style ($1995). The Princess wore a new pair of earrings by Robinson Pelham, the jeweler's Daystar Blue Topaz style ($7676). The design features blue topaz stones and diamonds set in 14-carat gold, with thanks to Gabi for the ID. The Princess wore her Halcyon Days Maya Torque Aquamarine bracelet (similar bracelet here) and what looked like her Cornelia James 'Alice' Merino Wool gloves. The Princess also appeared to be wearing a necklace(s) I didn't recognize today. We only have a small glimpse of it. UPDATE: I do not know who made the Blackwatch tartan scarf worn by the Princess. One possibility is the Edinburgh Cashmere Scarf ($53.99) sold by Heritage of Scotland, seen below left. Below right, a suggestion from Middleton Maven, the Made In Scotland Heritage Cashmere Scarf ($125) offered at Scottish retailer Kiltane. In these photos, you can see the very fine fringe on the edges of the scarf worn by the Princess. The photo on the right has been digitally lightened to better show the detail. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Also today, a look at the Christmas card released by the Wales family this year. Wishing everyone a very happy Christmas 🎄 pic.twitter.com/pL3t13sTlu — The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) December 19, 2024 The card features a frame from the video released in September by the Princess of Wales announcing she finished her chemotherapy treatments. The video was shot by Will Warr in August in Norfolk. And here is the King's Christmas address as shared by Sky News. Watch the King deliver his Christmas message. This year, King Charles thanks doctors and nurses who cared for him and his daughter-in-law the Princess of Wales through their cancer treatment.https://t.co/dGsmRONcXx pic.twitter.com/zKADNvyMHP — Sky News (@SkyNews) December 25, 2024 I am sending Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah wishes to all celebrating the day!
A New Photo for the Princess’s 43rd Birthday – What Kate Wore
A heartfelt message from Prince William accompanied a new photo of the Princess of Wales released by Kensington Palace today. To the most incredible wife and mother. The strength you’ve shown over the last year has been remarkable. George, Charlotte, Louis and I are so proud of you. Happy Birthday, Catherine. We love you. W pic.twitter.com/VIW5v2aKlu — The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) January 9, 2025 The social media posts were shared to mark the Princess's 43rd birthday. The black and white photo was taken by Matt Porteous last summer in Windsor. Mr. Porteous shared a personal message on his Instagram page. It was just seven days after her 42nd birthday when the Princess was admitted to the hospital for serious abdominal surgery last year—more from this Daily Mirror story by Russell Meyers. She spent nearly two weeks in the London Clinic after undergoing the major operation, and was recuperating at home when she was told she had cancer and had to begin chemotherapy. The royal family is hoping for a better 2025 after what William described as a 'brutal' and probably the hardest year of his life, with his father, the King, also diagnosed with the disease. In a video released in September, the princess announced that she had completed her chemotherapy treatment. Below is a frame from that video. In his story for People, Simon Perry reports the Princess is spending the day at home at Adelaide Cottage, Windsor with her husband Prince William and children Prince George, 11, Princess Charlotte, 9, and Prince Louis, 6, who returned to school after the Christmas break on Jan. 8. Buckingham Palace also posted birthday sentiments on its Royal Family social media accounts, sharing a photo from Christmas Day. Happy Birthday to The Princess of Wales! 🎂 pic.twitter.com/AaLOjsbOPn — The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) January 9, 2025 The Westminster Abbey bells rang for the Princess. The Abbey bells are ringing out to celebrate the birthday of HRH The Princess of Wales. Our bell ringers are ringing 543 changes of Stedman Caters followed by a course of London Surprise Royal. pic.twitter.com/bOM5cWNLgj — Westminster Abbey (@wabbey) January 9, 2025 There were many social media posts sharing good wishes for the Princess. We would like to wish HRH The Princess of Wales and Royal Honorary Air Commodore of RAF Coningsby a very happy birthday. pic.twitter.com/iBT96N4fWS — RAF Association (@RAFAssociation) January 9, 2025 This one is from the Welsh Guards. Happy Birthday to Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales! From all of us at the Welsh Guards, we wish her joy, peace, and success in 2025. Her dedication to the Armed Forces inspires us all. Cymru Am Byth@KensingtonRoyal pic.twitter.com/RItp0maY2n — Welsh Guards (@Official_1WG) January 9, 2025 This post is from Evelina London Hospital. Happy Birthday to our Patron, HRH The Princess of Wales. We are so grateful for the many ways @KensingtonRoyal has supported children, young people, families and colleagues connected to Evelina London. Find out more: https://t.co/xBmBdMzZK8 pic.twitter.com/xAdbPnzn49 — Evelina London (@EvelinaLondon) January 9, 2025 Here is one from one of the Princess's first patronages, EACH (East Anglia's Children's Hospices). Happy Birthday to our Royal Patron, HRH The Princess of Wales! 🥳 We're so grateful for her incredible support over the years. Wishing her a fantastic day! 💜 pic.twitter.com/9FZcIL419h — EACH (@EACH_hospices) January 9, 2025 In this image shared by Billie Jean King, you see the then Duke and Duchess of Cambridge at the 2021 Wimbledon Ladies' Single's Final. Sending our best wishes for a very happy birthday to HRH, Catherine, the Princess of Wales. pic.twitter.com/p05r8kWTha — Billie Jean King (@BillieJeanKing) January 9, 2025 Many will recall the formal photo portraits taken to mark her fortieth birthday. Photographer Paolo Roversi shot three images, all featuring the Princess in Alexander McQueen designs. Photos have not always been released to mark the Princess's birthdays—more from this piece in The Times. In a break with palace tradition, a new picture of the Princess of Wales has been released to mark Kate’s 43rd birthday as her husband praised his “incredible” wife’s “remarkable” strength. The release of a previously unseen picture from Kensington Palace breaks with tradition as a date that is not a “milestone” birthday would not typically be marked in this way. However, the prince alluded to the fact that it has not been a typical year for his wife. Thoughts on the photo from The Telegraph's Rebecca Cope. With her hands in her pockets and looking away from the camera, the picture shows Kate looking relaxed and happy in faded dark jeans, a white blouse with pleated bib detail, black jacket and scarf, with only her sapphire engagement ring to accessorise the look. The styling is particularly chic, with her sleeves rolled up and top button undone. The scarf, a gingham check with a short fringed hem, rests on top, giving it a lived-in look that doesn’t look too studied – quite different from the way we see her on engagements, where every sartorial detail is carefully considered. Now for a look at what Kate wore in this year's birthday photo. The Princess is in a pair of dark-wash jeans that I haven't been able to identify, nor can I tell which jacket or blazer she has on in the photo. Middleton Maven suggests the scarf she is wearing could be the Gingham Check Stole ($145 - $315) by Scottish retailer Brora, a brand we know the Princess wears. It isn't easy to see in the photo, but the Princess's shirt has a tuxedo-style pleated bib, or bodice. Middleton Maven notes the shirt is similar to Frame's Standard Tuxedo Shirt, but it's impossible to say it is this style without more photos. Middleton Maven points out this is likely the shirt the Princess wore when visiting a Ukrainian support hub in October 2023, and I think she is spot-on in that assessment. If I learn anything more about the ensemble, I will update the post. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Also today, a quick note about a new earring style from jewelry company Ear Sass. You may remember the brand from when the Princess wore the Ear Sass Issy Star Earrings ($33) in October 2023. The earrings were a gift to the Princess from Sarah Renton; they were created in memory of her daughter, Issy, who took her life earlier that year. They were designed by Issy's cousin, Sophie McGown, the jewelry company's founder and designer. They are sold at Ear Sass as a fundraiser for mental health charity Brave Mind, and thus far, almost £17,000 has been donated to Brave Mind. The brand is offering another pair of earrings, also a fundraiser for Brave Mind. The Catherine Earrings ($34) launched today in honor of the Princess's birthday. Here you see EAR SASS founder and designer Sophie McGown, Issy's cousin, wearing the Catherine earrings. The hoop earrings feature delicate pink beads and are offered in 14K gold plating on sterling silver. More on the earrings from the Ear Sass site. These stunning earrings are dedicated to The Princess of Wales Catherine for her incredible support in helping us raise over £17k for our chosen mental health charity Brave Mind. The princess wore the Issy Star earrings on World Mental Health Day 2023 to honor my cousin Issy, who tragically took her life. To say it meant the world to us as a family would be an understatement. It wasn’t just that she wore the earrings—it was the way she did it, with the utmost compassion and thoughtfulness. The reason why Catherine wearing the earrings on World Mental Health Day was so significant is that she didn’t just wear them at any time—she chose to wear them on this day to honour Issy and raise awareness about mental health. She used that moment to tell the world how much she cared and to show how deeply she supports others. Catherine’s kindness and support have been nothing short of remarkable, and her gesture will forever hold a special place in our hearts.
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The Princess Brings Back a 2007 Jacket for Wales Engagements – What Kate Wore
The Princess of Wales chose familiar styles for today's engagements in Pontypridd in south Wales, including a piece dating back to at least 2007. The visit comes ahead of St. David's Day on Saturday, celebrating the patron saint of Wales. The Prince and Princess started their visit at Pontypridd Market. Rebecca English of The Daily Mail shared a video of the Prince and Princess arriving at the market. The Prince and Princess of Wales have arrived in Pontypridd for an afternoon of engagements. Their visit was somewhat delayed due to the weather. They are currently at the town’s market pic.twitter.com/LeTTcPxaGB — Rebecca English (@RE_DailyMail) February 26, 2025 The royals were greeted by crowds of well-wishers, including a little one dressed as a daffodil, the Welsh national flower. More from the Wales Online coverage. The couple visited Pontypridd Market, which has been at the heart of the community since 1805, and toured the food hall where they rolled up their sleeves to help prepare and cook a batch of traditional Welsh cakes. The pair made the cakes while visiting the Welsh Cake Shop. Rhys Williams of ITV News posted a video of the couple working on the cakes. The Prince and Princess of Wales are making Welsh cakes in Pontypridd market. “You’ll have to sell these for half price,” Prince William says. pic.twitter.com/DrmoHb6bsx — Rhys Williams﮷ (@RhysWilliamsTV) February 26, 2025 More from The Telegraph's story by Hannah Furness. The Princess appeared impressed with her husband’s efforts, saying: “Those are so good, how did you do that?” “Well, you know,” he said, stepping back with a mock swagger. “My stunning bakery skills. Mary Berry taught me everything I need to know.” A quick video about the cakes was posted on social media by Kensington Palace. Pontypridd Market 🤝 Welsh Cakes Marchnad Pontypridd 🤝 Cacennau Cri pic.twitter.com/KDONcTfHXa — The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) February 26, 2025 Below, Prince William serving some of the cakes. The Prince and Princess spent time greeting those gathered at the market. The weather was hit and miss, as evidenced by the raindrops on the Princess's umbrella. But you can also see how the sun was out at times. A news release about today's engagements noted, In December 2024, Pontypridd was one of a number of towns across Wales that was hit by severe flooding as a result of Storm Bert and Storm Darragh. The Prince and Princess will hear about the experiences of members of the community who were affected by the floods. Below, you see the Prince and Princess speaking with residents. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'dQTpSMKeRdNAsRl1n_gfeA',sig:'d2rXl84guZ9EloNKTYK1NG6YrjO2yioE4eX6xABJyTw=',w:'594px',h:'396px',items:'2201475834',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); More from The Evening Standard's article. Some of their cakes were served up when the prince and princess sat down in the neighbouring Fountain Cafe and chatted over a mug of tea with market traders and other businesses about Storm Bert, which struck in late November bringing widespread flooding to Pontypridd when the River Taff burst its banks. Leanne Walsh, 41, said after meeting the princess: “Kate said it had been raining hard this week and she mentioned the floods, saying she hoped it doesn’t happen again.” They also spent time with a couple whose home was flooded during the storms, Kevin and Zsuzsanna Kidner. More from this Yahoo UK News piece. Kevin and Zsuzsanna are still pinching themselves after Kate and William sat with them in their Sion Street property living room. Kevin, a butcher and fisherman, runs a butcher's stall in Pontypridd market with his son. Kevin said the visit of a lifetime was very strange and it was surreal to have them in his house. His wife Zsuzsanna said: It was lovely to see them, I've watched Will as a baby on the TV, I've watched him grow up and now he's been in my living room! It was very lovely and they were very very friendly. It's nice they chose us! The Prince and Princess with the Kidners. The couple then visited Meadow Street Community Garden and Woodland, designed to be a safe and welcoming place where people from all walks of life can come and enjoy the benefits of nature and homegrown produce and have opportunities to share and learn new skills. We return to Wales Online for more information. Project manager Helen Williams and Dawn Parker, who have been involved in the project since it began in 2020, were emotional when explained to reporter Ellie Gosley what today’s visit meant to them. They took the Prince and Princess on a tour around the garden during their visit. Dawn said: “The last four years here have been really significant for me, so to be able to share it with everybody else, is really special. The buzz it’s given everyone here is wonderful - everyone’s been so excited and worked really hard - it just means so much. “They [William and Kate] were fascinated about what we did and the different sort of people who come here. It was hard to drag them away, they just wanted to get involved” The couple also heard about medical balms made with plants from the garden. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'2enNlgEITKV14mJsKlL0kQ',sig:'vBjIJv6nxUiBTkNc2d8hXWNfAe1GcrNyJksVVS8ITjw=',w:'594px',h:'396px',items:'2201494343',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); A wave from the Princess as the couple was leaving. Kensington Palace posted on social media about this element of the day's engagements. Now for our look at what Kate wore for today's engagements. Many immediately recognized her vibrant red Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen coat, a nod to the red Welsh dragon on the country's flag. Most recently, we saw the coat worn in December of last year for the taping of the Together at Christmas carol concert at Westminster Abbey. It was first noted at the October 2020 Hold Still community launch; it was worn again in December 2020 as a royal train tour concluded; it made another appearance in November 2022 at a rugby match. Beneath the coat, the princess appeared to be wearing a Gucci skirt from the Resort '19 runway collection. The Pleated Checked Wool Twill Midi Skirt ($1980, no longer available) is made of 100% wool twill in shades of black, burgundy, and beige. It was first noted in January 2020 when images were released of the Princess shooting photo portraits of Holocaust survivors. Below, the Princess with the Frank family. Perhaps the most intriguing item worn today is the Princess's Ralph Lauren jacket, first noted when worn to Cheltenham back in March of 2007. Middleton Maven shared a good shot of the jacket, a fitted design with princess seams, notched lapels, suede panels, and buttoned pockets. The princess's boots are one of her Gianvito Rossi pairs, similar to the Glen style shown below, but with a pointer toe. A video shared on the Kensington Palace Instagram page showed the couple as they arrived at the train station. A screen grab from the video shows the Princess carrying a tote bag. The bag could be the Zipped East West Leather Tote ($610) by British heritage brand Aspinal, seen below left. Another possibility is Mulberry's Bayswater Tote ($1016), seen below right, with thanks to Middleton Maven for the Mulberry suggestion. UPDATE: After seeing more photos, it is clear the tote is the Mulberry style shown below, the Bayswater in Oak. The Princess wore her Removable Teardrop Garnet Charm Hoops (£95, about $115) by Welsh jeweler Spells of Love. The hoops are crafted of recycled 18K gold vermeil over sterling silver with removable garnet charms. I'll leave you with one more photo from today. VIDEOS:
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