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Alexander McQueen is one of the most iconic fashion designers in the world. Known for his exquisite designs and elaborate runway shows, McQueen has become a household name in the fashion world. From his early days at Givenchy to his own eponymous label, McQueen has left an indelible mark on the fashion industry. Here, you can find the latest news and articles about McQueen and his work. You can also find videos featuring McQueen's designs, interviews with the designer, and more.
The Princess in Rich Red Ensemble for Commonwealth Day Service. – What Kate Wore
The Princess of Wales chose a vibrant red Catherine Walker design for today's Commonwealth Service at Westminster Abbey. The Prince and Princess joined King Charles, Queen Camilla, and other royal family members at the annual service. The Commonwealth is “a voluntary association of 56 independent and equal countries in Africa, Asia, the Americas, Europe, and the Pacific,” as described on the Commonwealth site. The Queen as she arrived for today's service. Princess Anne. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'yp4jwPWiTQVNKhtstFhFew',sig:'NXeYp3jQZOr4ZRy8nNLzQVkGaFeIIqTNwpjeFdx8A34=',w:'396px',h:'594px',items:'2204356077',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:'ww3kS9L0QXF9eBdkE1bYgg',sig:'c0FTt3o5B3pwSsG9aHJ4HDYMhxifdEg5jcBS2o91BEQ=',w:'396px',h:'594px',items:'2204356003',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); Here, you see Royal Family members gathered inside. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'ggyo3SlMTwpG5LQXifIVKg',sig:'4PcnX_ieJFuECPU0MtdleHPfBoToGOcizIR3VVMX6L8=',w:'594px',h:'440px',items:'2203805398',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); Both the King and Princess of Wales missed last year's service as they were dealing with health issues. As part of his Commonwealth Day message, the King addressed the selflessness and sacrifice of Commonwealth Forces in World War II and the spirit of unity among Commonwealth nations. Below is a Buckingham Palace social media post. 🌏 From Kenya to Kiribati, Canada to Cameroon: wishing everyone from the 56 nations of the Commonwealth a very happy Commonwealth Day today! The day will be marked with a service at Westminster Abbey, the launch of The King’s Baton Relay and the countdown to the Glasgow 2026… pic.twitter.com/8CdbRfR5dv — The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) March 10, 2025 Here, you see a portion of the parade of flags. And a wider shot. More about today's service from Simon Perry's People story. Throughout the hour-long service there were musical performances from singer songwriter Joan Armatrading, who sang her 1970s hit Love and Affection, the Masai Cultural Arts team, the violinist and pianist siblings Braimah and Jeneba Kanneh-Mason and Errollyn Wallen, the Master of The King’s Music. Below, Ms. Armatrading performing. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'4-dDY9T6SMZzmx3yeSEg6A',sig:'QZBhQ0tnAysjOctx4SylxtEEL1wOpNItH8c_7hBgYvA=',w:'594px',h:'394px',items:'2203816898',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); The Prince and Princess. The service also showcased musical performances that included traditional Masai singers, acrobats, percussionists, and dancers. The Prince and Princess looked like they thoroughly enjoyed the service. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'f2coqtJmSaZM03aWacBqng',sig:'_UPnAFGaNwVHkpGq1T8Uc29faw4WcTI73hCmrGrfGp0=',w:'594px',h:'396px',items:'2203805651',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); The Prince and Princess greet participants after the service. And the Princess is presented with flowers. A post about the service on the official Kensington Palace social media accounts. Now for a quick look at what some royal women wore for today's celebration. The Queen chose a pink wool, crepe, and satin coatdress by Fiona Clare for today's service, along with a Philip Treacy beret. The Princess Royal was in a familiar look. Here you see the Princess arriving at the 2023 service and again today. Today is just one of the many times the Princess has been seen in this ensemble. I do not know who made her coat or hat, but Tatler has more on the brooch worn today. The stalactite brooch gleamed under Westminster Abbey’s vaulted ceilings, and the Princess’s choice to wear the eye-catching piece is no doubt all the more moving considering its emotional history. The brooch, crafted from cascading diamonds and yellow gold, has been in the Princess Royal’s possession since 1973, when she was gifted it before her wedding to Captain Mark Philips by her mother, Queen Elizabeth II. Here is a closer look. The Duchess of Gloucester wore a deep purple velvet coat with a coordinating percher-style hat. The Duchess of Edinburgh was not at today's service because she is in New York. Now for our look at what Kate wore. Many immediately recognized her Beau Tie dress by Catherine Walker. It was first worn for the Together at Christmas carol concert in December 2021, then seen again during ceremonies for the South Korea state visit in November 2023. The design is described as a wool dress with pleats falling gently from the shoulder to tie into a romantic bow neckline. It is available in several colors from Catherine Walker. The Princess also owns the design in black. The Princess brought back a Gina Foster hat dating back to 2014. The Seaford hat was first worn in 2014 for the official start of the New Zealand tour. The pillbox-style chapeau is done in velour felt with felt flower trim. We saw the return of the Princess's red Miu Miu Clutch. And the Gianvito 105 pumps ($795). The Princess wore the late Queen Elizabeth II's Four-Row Japanese Pearl and Diamond Choker and the Collingwood earrings that originally belonged to Diana, Princess of Wales. Here is a quick review of ensembles worn by the Princess in previous years for the annual Commonwealth Service. The Duchess of Cambridge wore a soft pink ensemble by Alexander McQueen for her first Commonwealth Service in 2015, accessorized with a hat by Jane Taylor. For the 2016 service, the Duchess chose a grey Erdem coat with a hat by John Boyd. In 2018, the Duchess brought back a much-loved Beulah London maternity look, along with Lock & Company's Breakfast at Tiffany's hat. The Duchess repeated a Catherine Walker coat for the 2019 service with a hat that I believe is still considered UFO (Unidentified Fashion Object). At the 2020 service, the Duchess repeated a Catherine Walker coat and sported a hat by Sally Ann Provan. At the 2022 service, the Duchess debuted a vibrant blue Catherine Walker coat topped by a hat from milliner Sean Barrett. At the 2023 service, the Princess wore an Erdem suit with a hat by milliner Sean Barrett. I'll leave you with one more photo from today's service. VIDEO: This appears to be the BBC's entire broadcast of the service. The Royal Family Channel offers more than thirteen minutes of arrivals at the Abbey. Here is an additional six minutes of coverage from ITN's Royal Family Channel.
Jennifer Hudson Show Spirit Tunnel Style: Brenda Song in Denim Alaia Flared Jeans and Jacket, Kevin Hart in a Gray Dior Suit, Laverne Cox in a Cut Out Alexander McQueen Blazer Dress, and More! - Fashion Bomb Daily
It seems you guys love the style of guests in the Jennifer Hudson Show Spirit Tunnel! In addition to the actual interviews, the highlight of the show might have to be the catchy songs, fun dances, and the fashion to go with it! Many of you were into Brenda Song’s Denim look! @latasha_nicole 312 says, […]
The Princess Debuts New Styles at Six Nations Rugby Match – What Kate Wore
The Princess of Wales debuted a new coat and earrings for today's rugby match between Wales and England, although both items will look familiar to many readers. The match is part of the Six Nations Championship. Here is a quick video of the royals shortly after they were seated. Croeso 🤝 Welcome @KensingtonRoyal 😀#GuinnessM6N pic.twitter.com/lPUx0N7y5R — Guinness Men's Six Nations (@SixNationsRugby) March 15, 2025 Many readers will recall that the Princess is patron of England's Rugby Football Union, a position she has held since 2022. Prince William has served as patron of the Welsh Rugby Union since 2016. In this image, you see (from left to right) the Princess, Rob Udwin, President of the Rugby Football Union, the Prince, and Terry Cobner, President of the Welsh Rugby Union. Before this afternoon's match, the Prince and Princess met with injured players supported by the Welsh Rugby Charitable Trust. More from the Daily Mirror's coverage. William is patron of the trust, which was set up to help players who have been severely injured while playing rugby in Wales, and their loved ones, inviting them to every Wales home game and hosting an annual family day. The trust was established in 1972 to support athletes seriously injured while playing rugby football in Wales. We learn more about today's conversation with injured players from this Daily Telegraph story by Hannah Furness. Ahead of the match, the Prince and Princess spoke of how they watch Princes George and Louis play rugby at weekends in “freezing” weather. “At weekends we go from one competition to the next,” Prince William said. The Princess added: “Louis is six and he’s just started touch rugby and George is 11 and he plays a bit more. They do really enjoy it, actually.” She added: “They’ve been exposed to lots of different sports.” In this photo, you see the couple with Leif Thobroe, an officer with Disability Sport Wales. Mr. Thobrow lost the use of his right arm in a spinal cord injury sustained in a 2015 rugby match. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'pdWdNhAAQBJPEsaW5QGE-Q',sig:'9LSl6Q3ZOrqI9l347T83Skppw-WDi2TL6mRiNuaB1T0=',w:'594px',h:'396px',items:'2204699338',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); A Kensington Palace news release notes all injured players are also invited to a 'Family Day' where they can enjoy time together with their families. Today, England prevailed in the match, winning by a score of 68 to 14. I believe this image was taken as the game ended. Robert Jobson reports the royals visited both the Wales and England changing rooms. The Wales team invited the Princess to join the Prince in meeting them. A social media post from the Rugby Union. Thank you for joining us today, Your Royal Highness 🌹@KensingtonRoyal pic.twitter.com/6gVn5ZRZIo — England Rugby (@EnglandRugby) March 15, 2025 Here you see Prince William greeting former Welsh player Neil Jenkins, MBE. The royals also met with a representative of Notpla at the stadium today. The company is an Earthshot Prize winner for its packaging items created from seaweed. We return to The Telegraph's piece for more. Apart from the rugby, Saturday’s match holds additional interest for the Prince because of its takeaway food packaging. The Principality Stadium is now one of the sports arenas signed up to swap single-use plastics for Notpla seaweed packaging. Notpla was one of the 2022 winners of the Earthshot Prize, which the Prince launched with the Royal Foundation in 2021. The company now works in partnership with caterers Levy UK & Ireland to replace more than 750,000 single-use plastic food containers with ones made of biodegradable seaweed. I believe the gentleman in the photos is Notpla co-founder and co-CEO Rodrigo Garcia Gonzalez. Now for our look at what Kate wore to the rugby match. It seems likely this is a past-season bespoke coat by Alexander McQueen. You can see the similarities between this coat and other Alexander McQueen dress coats worn by the Princess, especially the red and green styles displayed below. Design elements distinguishing today's garment from those shown in green and red: a set-in waistband and pleated chest pockets. The chest pockets on today's coat are almost identical to the style seen on this McQueen blazer, minus the button. The Princess carried her Grace Han 'Love Letter' Top-Handle handbag ($3071), made of calfskin with a detachable shoulder strap, distinctive flap, and goldtone metal hardware. And she wore her Gianvito Rossi bespoke suede boots similar to the brand's Piper Suede Block Heel style ($1995). The Princess wore her hair down with a loose curl. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'krlR0Qi_QDVnXJkoLPmXAw',sig:'EqZWlskxVCUgyW0ygY3MMzOtRjQjPsyDzbetof-THVg=',w:'594px',h:'396px',items:'2204699544',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); She had on a new (but familiar) pair of earrings, the Shyla 'Rosalia' style (£70, roughly $90 at today's exchange rates) in Lapis. Thank you to Kate's RepliKates and Middleton Maven for their speedy ID, as well as the Princess of Wales Closet. The earrings are made of 22-carat gold on sterling silver, set with eight lapis stones. We also saw the Princess's eternity band, as well as an England-Wales friendship pin similar to the style shown above. Thank you to Lauren for pointing out the pin. The Princess wore the same earrings in the freshwater pearl style when visiting textile mills in September 2023. I will see you Monday when the Princess will visit the Irish Guards for St. Patrick's Day!
The Princess in Green for St. Patrick’s Day with the Irish Guards – What Kate Wore
The Princess of Wales chose recognizable styles to celebrate St. Patrick's Day with the Irish Guards. Rebecca English of The Daily Mail shared a video of the Princess, Colonel of the Guards, arriving at the barracks. The Princess of Wales, Colonel, Irish Guards, is visiting the regiment at the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Wellington Barracks ☘️ pic.twitter.com/XDHOIWgLx3 — Rebecca English (@RE_DailyMail) March 17, 2025 The Princess was solo today for her engagement with the regiment. This year marks the regiment's 125th anniversary. A little more background comes via this Daily Mirror piece. Last time she took part in the parade was in 2023, when she visited the Irish Guards on St Patrick's Day with Prince William at Mons Barracks in Aldershot, Hampshire, after taking over the role of colonel from her husband. Last year, the guardsman gave three cheers for their absent colonel while the princess was away from public duties. The Princess began her engagement with a visit to the dining hall, where she awarded medals to Irish Guards members for long service and good conduct—another quick video. Loving the updo! pic.twitter.com/s0XJsGSP9r — Rebecca English (@RE_DailyMail) March 17, 2025 We learn more from this Daily Telegraph story. Leaning down to shake hands with Rory Irwin-Clark, six, she said: “You’re six? The same age as my Louis.” His mother, Carice, revealed that they often saw the Princess at sports matches as their daughter was the same age as Princess Charlotte at a nearby private school. The Daily Mail reports, ...she told soldiers and their families, including some who had recently returned from Iraq, that she had missed taking part in the ceremony over the past two years. Then, it was time to head back outside for the shamrock ceremony. The Princess was reported to have attached her own shamrocks to her coat, but it look like she received a little assistance from an officer. She presented officers and guardsmen with their sprigs. Sharing a laugh with the officer who helped her with her shamrock sprig. The prepared shamrocks are stored in baskets before presentation to the regiment. A closer view. One of my favorite parts of the day was the Princess presenting shamrocks to the regiment's mascot, an Irish wolfhound named Turlough Mór (pronounced Tur-Lock More). When not on duty, the four-year-old canine is often called Seamus. Today is also when I participate in the annual exercise known as insert as much content as possible about the dog into the post. Cameron Walker of GB News posted a quick video. The Princess of Wales presents the ☘️ to Seamus the Irish Wolfhound (Irish Guards mascot) during the #StPatricksDay Parade at Wellington Barracks.https://t.co/es6uIRbk0i pic.twitter.com/SccvlnWpXO — Cameron Walker (@CameronDLWalker) March 17, 2025 Next, a march-past and salute. You can hear the salute to the Princess in this video from the King's Guards Channel. Royal Salute for Princess Catherine by The Irish Guards ☘️ #StPatricksDay2025 pic.twitter.com/kTlC1RPqaL — The King’s Guards Channel (@TheKingsGuardsX) March 17, 2025 The Barrhead News reports, Huge crowds braved the biting cold to gather at the gates of Wellington Barracks and catch a glimpse of the ceremony. The Princess spent time with junior cadets known as mini-Micks, who traveled from Northern Ireland for today's ceremony. The Princess visited the Junior Ranks dining hall, where a senior guardsman proposed a toast—more from this Times article. In the cookhouse, Kate joined the soldiers for a drink, opting for a half pint of Guinness. Sitting down to talk to troops about the difficulties of being on deployment, the princess said: “Being able to manage that work-life balance — it’s tough.” The Barrhead News offers more in this story. Guardsman Barry Loughlin, who led the toast, said afterwards: “She wanted to know how things were going with the blokes in general. She was really nice and really warm. I was kind of flustered. You could tell she had a genuine interest in us.” The Princess making a new friend. And with a toddler. The Princess also spent time in the sergeants' mess. More from Hello's coverage: She told Corporal Adam Hamilton, an Australian reservist: George finds it fascinating that he has been to Australia and New Zealand. I would like to go back there with them now. It's finding time to do that. But I love to travel – yes, it's a long flight. But I love the Middle East because that's familiar to me [from] growing up. There are so many opportunities now to travel, I think it's brilliant to experience it. We tend to go further afield when it’s official visits, it's being able to carve out time to experience these countries in a more private capacity. Because otherwise you end up seeing lots of insides of amazing buildings but you don't get to meet that many people. It’s making sure that you can combine a bit of work with the children. I might see you down there! Below, a photo from that 2014 visit to Australia, as the family arrived in Sydney. We return to coverage of today's events. The Telegraph reports about other conversations the Princess had today. The Princess also chatted to section commanders in the bar about Prince William’s beard. “These trends come and go,” she said. “I was saying to my husband, I’m not sure how long he’s going to keep his for.” Expressing enthusiasm for the various different careers on offer in the Army, the Princess also revealed that she was particularly keen to help bolster recruitment. Before the day wrapped up, photos were taken. The formal photo portraits included human and four-legged members of the regiment. The Princess appeared to enjoy herself thoroughly. She was presented with a lovely posy before she left. A social media message posted after the engagement by Kensington Palace. And a video from the palace. Oh the Shamrock, the green, immortal Shamrock! From the Emerald Isle to the proud ranks of the Irish Guards, the shamrock is a symbol of heritage, unity and service. It's an honour to continue the tradition of presenting fresh sprigs to the @irish_guards regiment on St… pic.twitter.com/Z0XloSN0dF — The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) March 17, 2025 Now our look at what Kate wore for her engagement with the Irish Guards. She brought back an Alexander McQueen coat that features some military-style design elements. The fitted piece has notched lapels, flap pockets, a pronounced inset waistband with buttons, sleeve bands, and a back vent. We first saw the coat during the Boston trip in November 2022, shown below right. In the photo on the left, you see the Princess wearing the same design in blue on Christmas Day 2023. Beneath the coat, it's possible the Princess wore Sézane's Naelle Skirt in black ($175), a style she has worn in other colors. This closeup shows the ribbed fabric underneath the coat. Thank you to Middleton Maven, the Princess of Wales Closet, and others for their thoughts on what the Princess may have been wearing beneath the coat. Other possibilities include a couple of Cefinn knit dresses, such as the Eva in black. The Princess has worn the Eva in navy blue. The Princess repeated a Lock and Company hat first noted on St. Patrick's Day 2019. The percher-style chapeau features floral embellishment. A closer look at the Princess's intricate updo today. A social media post suggests that the inspiration for the style may be the triquetra or Celtic Knot. The Princess carried her Grace Han 'Love Letter' Top-Handle handbag ($3071). We saw the return of the Princess's Ralph Lauren boots. The gloves worn by the Princess are the Imogen Merino Wool pair ($179) by Cornelia James. NOTE: The post originally said the gloves looked like the Cornelia James Alice style, but that information was incorrect. The good folks at Cornelia James let me know they are the Imogen style. We don't know who made the scarf worn today, although several have suggested a style by Pickett London, but it isn't easy to determine without seeing more of the scarf. The Princess brought back a pair of Kiki McDonough earrings featuring green amethysts, green tourmalines, and diamonds. She also wore the Shamrock Brooch owned by the Guards and loaned to royal women taking part in ceremonial duties. In these photos, you can just see the textured leaves and the emerald in the center. It has previously been worn by the Queen Mother and Princess Anne. Here is a montage showing all of the ensembles worn by the Princess for St. Patrick's Day. This is for all those celebrating the day! Happy St. Patrick’s Day☘️☘️ From Ireland to the world, iconic landmarks are lighting up green to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day! ✨ From sculptures to skyscrapers, the global glow of green reminds us of the connection, culture, and craic that bring us all together today💚 pic.twitter.com/2mjNlOIVO5 — Discover Ireland (@DiscoverIreland) March 17, 2025 VIDEOS: Coverage from ITN's Royal Family Channel. A video from Forces News. View this post on Instagram A post shared by BFBS Forces News (@forcesnews) The Daily Record offers about one minute of coverage in this video.
Givenchy and McQueen A/W 2025 Shows + Upcoming Fashion Collaborations – What Kate Wore
Hello and welcome to a post covering spring and fall fashions from brands worn by the Princess of Wales. Alexander McQueen has played a vital role in the Princess of Wales's working wardrobe since she joined the royal family in 2011. Below, the Princess in three designs by Sarah Burton, the label's creative director. When it was announced in 2023 that Ms. Burton was leaving the brand, many of us wondered if Alexander McQueen would remain a key style factor for the Princess. Below, you see three more McQueen looks. When we learned Sarah Burton would become creative director of Givenchy, an obvious question involved the possibility of Givenchy playing a part in the Princess's wardrobe. I thought we could use the two brands' autumn 2025 collections as a starting point for a discussion of this topic. Sadly, there are minimal photos from the A/W 2025 Givenchy collection and none I can license. Not even any I could embed from Getty Images. The best I can do is share some social media posts by the brand and reviews of the collection. NOTE: Try refreshing your browser if you have trouble seeing any of the embedded images. (Why I don't like using embedded images. Argh!) Here are several looks from the fall line in a quick video shared on Twitter. Stripped-back to cut, silhouette, proportion. The Fall Winter 2025 Womenswear collection by Sarah Burton, evolved around tailoring, merging and counterpointing masculine techniques with feminine shape. A sense of powerful femininity is constructed, re-cut, played with and… pic.twitter.com/rCPamIu4Ey — Givenchy (@givenchy) March 7, 2025 We learn more about Sarah Burton's first collection for Givenchy from this Women's Wear Daily story: Sarah Burton’s exploration of the Givenchy archive quickly zeroed in on a stash of patterns and fabric swatches from founder Hubert de Givenchy’s first collection from 1952. Inexplicably, they were hidden inside a wall in the designer’s first atelier, and unearthed only about a year ago during renovation works. This discovery of the origins of the house inspired her to return to the building blocks of fashion: creating new shapes and volumes via draping and pattern making. “Back to silhouette. This is the backbone of the house today,” she related during a preview, also showing off black-and-white images of that 1952 collection, which resemble stills from a forgotten Hitchcock film. “It’s about silhouette and cut, because the ateliers are amazing here.” Some of those 1952 patterns. UNDER CONSTRUCTION Brown paper packets containing calico patterns from Hubert de Givenchy’s first 1952 Couture collection, echoes Sarah Burton's own creative process. To me it's about the atelier. It's the heart and soul of Givenchy. Sarah Burton, Givenchy Artistic… pic.twitter.com/bXAlMtFfp8 — Givenchy (@givenchy) March 4, 2025 Here is a closer look at one tailored suit. Silhouette - a new kind of Givenchy tailoring - feminine, but with a masculine hand. Sarah Burton, Givenchy Artistic Director#Givenchy #SarahBurton pic.twitter.com/5zvtXPuv87 — Givenchy (@givenchy) March 13, 2025 Fashion journalist Cathy Horyn, writing in The Cut: Her tailoring was not only visually strong and perfect; it also was varied. There were coats and suit jackets with bold shoulders, and ones with neat shoulders. Sleeves also varied, from a kind of rounded couture sleeve, with an exposed flat-pressed seam spiraling from the armhole to the wrist, to sleeves that were mildly flattened and creased, for a sharper effect. I could see the Princess of Wales in this coat and trousers (click the 'right' arrow for a better view of the designs). Additional thoughts on the collection from Vogue's story. The show itself was a considered survey of modern womanhood, inspired by long thought lost Hubert de Givenchy patterns: Precise and crisp tailoring, glamorous tangles of jewelry as garments, both body contouring and bouncy silhouettes. A standing ovation was given and celebratory woops and cheers broke out. “This was the ultimate British take on ultra Parisian chic, chic, chic! There were the little Sarah touches...it was incredible. It was like a couture show, actually,” said author and Vogue contributor Plum Sykes. Another runway look features the light and lacy mini-dress seen in the first video clip. View this post on Instagram A post shared by GIVENCHY (@givenchy) In these two photos, you see Cate Blanchett in a runway style, and the look as it was modeled for the show. THE FIRST ONE Cate Blanchett debuts Sarah Burton’s first Givenchy collection to the Black Bag premiere.#CateBlanchett #Givenchy #SarahBurton pic.twitter.com/g20VH8xD5F — Givenchy (@givenchy) March 11, 2025 Arguably, a better way to gauge the likelihood of the Princess wearing Givenchy comes through a look at the brand's ready-to-wear collection. Although these are not Sarah Burton designs, you do get some sense of the label's existing design aesthetic. Below are styles available in the spring line. From left to right, a Draped Dress in Jersey ($2350), an ensemble featuring Pleated Pants ($1950), an Evening Cape Dress ($5950), and a Wool Jacket with Pleated Back ($3950). Additional Givenchy styles include an Asymmetric Satin-Crepe Mini Dress ($6650), an Embellished Jersey Dress ($2750), and an Off-the-Shoulder Satin-Trimmed Maxi Dress ($7250). As much as I like Sarah Burton's designs, my personal belief is that the Princess will wear few, if any, Givenchy designs. She has strongly supported the British fashion industry for years, and I don't see that changing. Now for the Alexander McQueen autumn 2025 runway show. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'wQsCS3ajRXJNvLxqMT43xQ',sig:'u5nnCnhfjVeKxnhhHls_U9t82RAbFNaBzSNlM15li-s=',w:'594px',h:'396px',items:'2203476142',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); We hear more on the collection from this WWD review. A year after his rocky debut, things are looking up for creative director Seán McGirr at Alexander McQueen, whose strong, salable fall 2025 collection should continue to build momentum for the luxury house with a rebel heart. The show started with a run of terrific sharp, black tailoring. Jackets drew on a Victorian silhouette with pleated collars, peaked shoulders and shaped waists, and were worn with archival kickback trousers and wicked-looking, extra-elongated pointy shoes. (McGirr said he meets with the brand archivist every other week.) Fluid silk gowns in fuchsia, inky blue, pale green and lavender had drama without sacrificing wearability, which was clearly a priority for McGirr, who also brought in more casual and contemporary pieces, like a glossy shrunken leather bomber with punk buckle details, and a tailcoat parka with dense crystal shard embroidery at the neck. Below are two of the tailored looks, including a closer view of the style shown above. You see the shorter lapels and a pleated, peaked sleeve in these close-ups. Compare these lapels to those on several of the Alexander McQueen jackets worn by the Princess of Wales. The brand still offers several blazers with angled pockets and more extended lapels, which have been strong sellers. Two of the gowns that were referenced in the WWD story. It's not difficult to envision the Princess in modified versions of the second and third looks here; the basic silhouettes are flattering. I don't see loads of possibilities with these next designs. Even taking into account that runway looks are a little over the top by design and generally somewhat removed from the commercial, ready-to-wear collections that are the backbone of a fashion house, I don't see these designs working for the Princess. The sleek black blouse on the left could be toned down, but then you lose the magic of the intricate pleating. The Princess loves a chunky sweater, but the red dress is an unlikely look, as is the beautifully jeweled knit piece on the right. A better view of some of the details. I will share a few looks from the Alexander McQueen s/s 2025 show, held last September in Paris. All could work well for the Princess with some modifications. There are instances where a runway style translates perfectly to an off-the-rack design, as with this jacket, blouse, and skirt from the S/S '25 collection. The ensemble features a Single-Breasted Jacket ($3290) with distinctive red binding on the angled pockets and a Pleated Mini-Skirt ($1150). Will the Princess of Wales wear designs designed under Creative Director Seán McGirr’s direction? Below is a photo of Mr. McGirr after the March runway show. I think she will wear the brand minimally, if at all. Think about the coat the princess wore last December for the Qatar state visit. The information released by Kensington Palace to royal reporters was very clear: this was a Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen design, obviously a piece she had for some time. Mr. McGirr has been at the House of McQueen since December 2023. If the Princess planned to embrace the label under his leadership, I think we would have already seen her in designs by the label, if not at a high-profile engagement like the state visit, then at another event. I could easily be wrong, and we'll undoubtedly see as we move forward if the Princess will wear contemporary McQueen designs. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ I have a few updates on products at Beulah London, the dusky pink Ahana Dress shown on the left and the red Calla Dress. The Ahana (£625, roughly $800 at today's exchange rates) is available in a mix of colors, including fuchisa and green, while the Calla (£495, roughly $640) comes in a soft blue and a navy polka dot print. Also new this spring is a Mummy and Me collection at a brand worn frequently by the Wales children, Amaia Kids. Below, you see the Loreto Woman's Dress ($381) and the Girls' Sevilla Dress ($157). On the left, you see the Florisa Dress ($344) and the Florisa Girls' Dress ($142). On the right, the Chloe Women's Dress ($411) and the Chloe Dress for Girls ($157). A few final notes about fashion collaborations by designers the Princess has worn and mass-market brands. The first involves Roksanda Ilincic, a label the Princess has worn throughout much of her time as a member of the Royal Family. Here you see the Princess in the 'Brigitte' dress at Wimbledon in 2022, wearing the ‘Denton’ Coat at Sandringham in January 2020, sporting a custom version of the 'Ryedale' dress at Wimbledon in 2016, and wearing the 'Peridot' dress at the Royal Academy in July 2012. As a side note, several of the garments shown below were repeat wearings. Roksada is partnering with & Other Stories for a collection launching later this spring. We learn more from this Fashion United story. London-based designer Roksanda will launch an exclusive collaboration with fashion and lifestyle retailer & Other Stories, part of the H&M Group, in May. In a short statement, & Other Stories said the collection will be crafted with “summer in mind,” and will draw inspiration from Ilinčić’s “deep admiration for summer sunsets”. It will offer day-to-night transitional pieces, from elevated daytime dressing to elegant evening events, featuring her signature combination of fluidity and structure, bold colour blocking, and architectural lines. Below, a Facebook post by the brand offers the only images released thus far from the collection. The other collection I wanted to include is the Kate Spade/Target collaboration. The Princess of Wales has worn a couple of Kate Spade dresses; the Encore Rose Chiffon dress on the left was seen at an October 2016 World Mental Health Day engagement in 2016, and the dress on the right was worn for a November 2017 visit to the Foundling Museum. The Princess also wore a pair of tassel earrings by the brand in April 2017. Apparel items in the Kate Spade Target collection include a Ribbon Short-Sleeve Shirtdress ($45), a Classic Rose Tank Top ($30) and Midi Skirt ($40), and a Plaid Mini Sweater Dress ($35). The shirtdress and tank/skirt are made of cotton and recycled cotton with a touch of elastane, while the plaid dress is made of viscose, recycled polyester, and recycled nylon. A news release notes, Launching April 12, the collection features more than 300 items, including women's, kids' and baby apparel (with extended sizing and adaptive styles), handbags, home accessories and entertaining must-haves — offering anything and everything guests might need to style, decorate and host with ease. Below, you see the Classic Rose Poplin Mini-Dress ($35 in 95% cotton/5% recycled cotton), the Polka Dot Tie-Waist Midi Dress ($40, a linen/rayon blend), and the Straight-Leg Wide Cuff Jeans ($50, also cotton with recycled cotton). Accessories personify the Kate Spade exuberance and whimsy. Here, I show the Life of the Party Beaded Clutch ($30), the Colorblocked Tote Bag ($50), and the Beaded Classic Rose Drawstring Bag ($45). This group includes a Classic Rose Blazer ($50) and High-Rise Trousers ($40), both in a blend of linen and rayon. In the center, the Bow Shell Top ($30) and Mini Skirt ($30), both made of 100% recycled polyester. On the right, a Polka Dot Mini Crossbody Bag ($25). Accessories on offer include the Woven Stripe Bag ($35), Strawberry Bag Charm ($10), Wicker Crescent Bag ($35), and the Bow Bag Charm ($10). There is a good selection of infant, toddler, and children's clothing. Below, you see the Toddler Ribbon Shirtdress ($20), the Polka Dot Tiered Dress ($25), the Small Fry T-Shirt ($10), and the Life of the Party T-Shirt ($10). There is no shortage of household goods in the capsule collection. Below, you see a 4-Piece Set of Melamine Dishes ($11), an Oversize All-Cotton Tablecloth ($25 and $28), and a 16-Piece Set of Paper Party Dinnerware ($25). Also part of the collection are (clockwise) all-cotton Embroidered Cocktail Napkins ($7), a Disposable Camera ($20), all-cotton Polka Dot Cloth Napkins ($7 for cocktail size, $10 for dinner size), and Colorblocked Beaded Pillows ($30). The final group of times I'll share has the Woven Serving Tray ($25), a Melamine Checkers Set & Serving Tray ($20), and the Woven Utensil Holder & Caddy ($20). The collection goes on sale at 3 am EDT on April 12.
The Princess of Wales’ Easter Style Through the Years – What Kate Wore
With news that the Wales family is spending Easter at Anmer Hall and they will not be joining other royal family members for church at Windsor, I thought it worthwhile to bring back a post reviewing Easter ensembles worn by the Princess over the years. We start our look back with Easter Sunday in 2014, when the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were on tour in Australia. The couple attended Easter services at St. Andrews Cathedral in Sydney. The dove grey look by Alexander McQueen showcased a tailored coat atop a dress. The coat featured a funnel neck, structured shoulders, concealed front closure, and slightly flared sleeves. It is similar to this off-the-rack design by the label. One distinction between the Duchess’s coat and the retail version: the sleeves are full-length on the custom design. The Duchess accessorized with Jane Taylor’s ‘Lupin’ hat, done in grey velour felt with a curled bow. She also wore her Harper pumps by LK Bennett and carried her McQueen clutch. Her jewelry included the Mappin and Webb ‘Fortune’ necklace and the UFO aquamarine and diamond drop earrings seen on previous occasions. In 2017, the Duke and Duchess joined royal family members at St. George’s Chapel in Windsor for the first time. This was also when the Duchess started a tradition of choosing previously worn pieces for the Easter Sunday service. The Duchess was in a custom Catherine Walker coat initially seen in Canada the previous fall. The piece featured a modified princess silhouette, an inserted waistband, an off-center front closure, front flap pockets, and a hidden placket. The collar, pockets, and seams are all accentuated by trim in a slightly darker hue than the coat fabric. Accessories included an Etui handbag and Rupert Sanderson’s Malory pumps. The hat worn by the Duchess was a Lock and Company design, the ‘Jacqueline’ style. A view from the side and the back. You can also see the late Queen’s pearl and diamond earrings. Here you see the coat as first worn in Canada and then again on Easter. Beneath the coat, you can see the Whistles ‘Lina’ skirt was worn on both occasions. It dates back to at least 2011, when it was worn in Los Angeles. The Duchess chose another Catherine Walker design for 2018’s Easter Sunday service. Below, you see the couple being greeted by the Dean of Windsor, the Right Reverend David Conner. The Duchess was expecting Prince Louis at the time. The coat was a double wool crepe design in a color the design house calls chocolate brown. It features princess seams and box pleats on the front and back of the garment. The Duchess accessorized with her Gianvito Rossi suede heels in the lower, 85mm height, and a bag by Loeffler-Randall, the “Tab Lizard-Effect Leather Clutch.” She wore her Balenciaga faux pearl earrings, one of the few clip-on styles we see her wear, and her five-pearl brooch. Many remembered the Duchess wearing this coat for St. Patrick’s Day in 2015 with the Irish Guards when she was expecting Princess Charlotte. On both Easter 2018 and St. Patrick’s Day 2015, the Duchess chose what might be her favorite hat, the Betty Boop style by Lock and Company. A side-by-side view of the two ensembles. We saw the Duchess repeat her 2014 Alexander McQueen suit for Easter 2019. The Duchess with a curtsey for the late Queen, who was also marking her 93rd birthday on April 21, 2019. The Duke and Duchess as they were leaving church. We saw the Emmy London’ Rebecca’ heels ($625) and ‘Natasha’ clutch ($500), both in steel grey. In the jewelry department, the Duchess opted for diamonds, bringing back the acorn earrings by Robinson Pelham that were first seen at her 2011 wedding. She also wore the oak leaf diamond and pearl brooch seen on a few previous engagements. (I include a photo of it against a dark background in this montage.) The Duchess wore an Emilia Wickstead design on Easter 2022 when the two oldest Cambridge children joined their parents and other royals at St. George’s Chapel. The family after the service wrapped up. The bespoke Emilia Wickstead design was crafted from double wool crepe fabric and showcased the fit-and-flare silhouette the Duchess is so fond of, as well as peak lapels and a concealed off-center closure. The Emilia Wickstead design was first worn for a May 2017 visit to Luxembourg. The Duchess wore Jane Taylor’s Diamond Crepe Pleated Headband ($800) that was first seen when attending church at Sandringham in January 2019. Her other accessories included more Emmy London designs: the ‘Natasha’ clutch in Duck Egg Blue and the Rebecca Pumps ($580) in Riviera Blue. The Duchess wore her Cassandra Goad Cavolfiore Studs ($7285), seen below when worn on previous occasions. The design is “inspired by the clusters of young flower stalks of the cauliflower (cavolfiore) in the market,” each earring holds seven pearls set with diamonds in 18ct yellow gold. (There are some repliKate options here.) At the 2023 service, the Princess of Wales wore Catherine Walker. It was the first time Prince Louis had attended an Easter service with his family. The Prince and Princess of Wales with Princess Charlotte. Here, you see most of the family after church. The Catherine Walker coat combines elements of the brand’s Mayfair and Magda designs, wool crepe pieces with a flare at the cuff and the hem. It was initially worn to the annual Commonwealth Service in March 2022. For the Easter engagement, the Princess wore a new chapeau by Lock and Co., the Mayfair Pillbox style ($1040). It is the same style worn in green on St. Patrick’s Day 2022 for the annual shamrock ceremony with the Irish Guards. The Princess carried the Natasha Clutch ($500) in cobalt blue by Emmy London and also wore her Gianvito 105 pumps in ‘Praline’ suede ($795). We did see a new pair of earrings by Carousel Jewels, the Stella Lapis and Moonstone design ($165). They feature a 22K gold finish on 925 sterling silver. Another dress was worn on Easter Sunday, but it wasn’t for a church service. I’m guessing many of you will remember. It was worn for the visit to the Taronga Zoo in Australia with Prince George. This dress was also a repeat. It was first worn during the 2012 Jubilee Tour. It was made “by a private dressmaker,” according to palace spokespeople. Here is a montage showing all of the ensembles worn by the Princess for Easter Sunday church services. I hope everyone celebrating Easter this Sunday has a lovely time with friends and family!