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Carol Concert Update & the Princess’s November Style Over the Years – What Kate Wore
Welcome to another fashion post with a quick update on the annual Together At Christmas Carol Service. Kensington Palace announced this year's service will be taped two weeks from today, December 6. Below, the Princess and Prince Louis at last year's service. The palace announced this year's theme will focus on how much we need each other, especially in the most difficult times of our lives. More from Danielle Stacey's Hello story. Kensington Palace said that the Princess particularly wanted the carol concert's theme to celebrate those supporting others in need, with a focus on the importance of love and empathy. This year, Her Royal Highness wanted to celebrate the many people supporting those in need – individuals who have inspired, counselled, comforted, and above all else shown that love is the greatest gift we can receive. This theme takes inspiration from the Christmas story which encourages us to consider the experiences of others and the important human need of giving and receiving empathy. Kensington Palace released a short video this week. Something exciting is coming... 🎄🎵 The invitations are fresh off the press for this year's Together At Christmas Carol Service, which will be returning to Westminster Abbey on Friday 6 December. We can't wait for you to join us too! Tune in on @ITV and @ITVX on Christmas Eve. pic.twitter.com/knmlyN6PZt — The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) November 13, 2024 Now for our look back at the Princess's November style over the years. We begin with November 2011, when the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge traveled to Denmark for an event at a Copenhagen UNICEF warehouse. The couple was hosted by Denmark’s Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary (now King Frederik and Queen Mary). The engagement helped raise awareness of the famine in East Africa and the desperate need for relief supplies. The Duchess engaged in some sartorial diplomacy, wearing an LK Bennett coat in red, one of the colors of Denmark's flag. The Ami coat was made in a wool and nylon blend, described by the retailer as a structured, military-style, fashion coat...defined by...beautiful detailing, a modern belt, and a clean fitted silhouette.” The piece showcased a high collar, epaulets, front pockets, and a concealed front closure. This was the first of four occasions when the coat was worn. We next saw it a year later in November 2012, at a rugby match, in November 2013 for a Poppy Day engagement, and one more time in 2016, when the Duchess wore it to an engagement at RAF Valley in North Wales. She accessorized with a statement-making Reiss belt, the 'Bessie' style from 2008, and her Vinnie Day Leaf Earrings. The Duchess sported a pair of Stuart Weitzman 'Zipkin' Platform Boots and carried her 'Muse' clutch, also by Stuart Weitzman. The Duke and Duchess visited Cambridge in November 2012. It was the couple's first official trip to the city following their wedding. Among their stops that day was a visit to Jimmy’s, a homeless shelter. The Duchess chose a coat and dress by Studio Max Mara. The 'Belli' coat was made in a blend of 50% wool and 50% cashmere, with a funnel neck, on-seam pockets, hidden buttons, and pick stitching. I don't believe I could ever find detailed information on the leopard print dress. Accessories included the Natasha Clutch ($480) by Emmy London and Aquatalia Rouge boots. The Duchess also wore her 'Grace' (£895) white topaz and diamond studs by Kiki McDonough.The Duchess wore a navy ensemble in November 2013 for a visit to a Place2Be forum on “Resilience and Emotional Strength in Schools.” Place2Be was one of the Duchess's first charity patronages. The Duchess wore a jacket identified as Max Mara and a skirt by Orla Kiely. Unfortunately, none of us could locate product photos of the jacket, which featured a fitted silhouette, rounded collar, angled front seams, an asymmetrical zipper, and flap pockets. The Orla Kiely Solid Crepe Blend Skirt was made in a blend of 63% Polyester/33% Viscose/4% Elastane, and it showcased wide knife pleats; it had a concealed back zipper and full lining. Accessories for this ensemble included the Duchess's navy suede Alexander McQueen pumps and another Stuart Weitzman 'Muse' clutch, this one in navy suede. The Duchess wore her Kiki McDonough Gold and Diamond Hoops (£700, about $885 at today's exchange rates) with her Annoushka Pearl Drops ($535). For a November 2014 engagement at EACH (East Anglia's Children's Hospices), the Duchess opted for a vibrant red dress by Katherine Hooker. The Duchess was at the hospice to help launch a fundraising appeal for a new EACH hospice in Norfolk. I love this little girl's look after she gives flowers to the Duchess. The Duchess was in a customized version of Katherine Hooker's 'Ascot' Dress, which was a classic shift style with three-quarter-length sleeves and a concealed back zipper. She wore her 'Aimee' pumps by Jimmy Choo and carried the black Stuart Weitzman 'Muse' clutch shown above. For that day's jewelry, the Duchess wore her Mappin and Webb 'Fortune' necklace along with her Kiki McDonough Hoops and Cushion Cut Green Amethyst Drops (£900). In November 2015, the Duchess attended an awards event for The Fostering Network. The Fostering Excellence Awards celebrated success within foster care. While there, Ambrose (age 11) and Rowan (age 7) presented the Duchess with quilts for George and Charlotte. The Duchess wore the 'Martine' dress by Saloni London. The piece was made of matelassé, a textured, crinkly material. It had the fit and flare silhouette the Princess favors, with elbow-length sleeves and inverted pleats at the waist. In the accessories department, we saw the return of the Gianvito 105 Black Suede Pumps ($795), the 'Glossed Leather Belt' by Alexander McQueen, and the Mulberry Bayswater clutch. The Duchess had her hair styled in a partial updo. She wore her Catherine Zoraida Fern Hoop earrings (on sale at $170, usually $213). For a November 2016 film premiere, the Duchess chose a gown by Self Portrait. This was a new brand for her wardrobe, the first of many Self Portrait designs worn by the Duchess. The premiere of A Street Cat Named Bob was a benefit for Action on Addiction, one of the Duchess's patronages. Here you see her meeting the real cat named Bob. The dress was from Self Portrait’s Resort 2016 collection. The Pleated Crochet Maxi Dress featured a high neckline with floral lace detailing, sheer sleeves, and a pleated crepe skirt with a side slit. It was made in 99% polyester with 1% cotton and came with a nude bandeau lining. Here is a closer look at the lace. The Duchess accessorized with her Gianvito 105 Bordeaux Pumps and another Mulberry Bayswater clutch, this one in a color called 'conker' suede. Her earrings were by Oscar de la Renta, made of gold-plated pewter with crystal faux pearls. I chose our next engagement because of the dress by GOAT London, now known as Jane Atelier, a label first incorporated into the royal wardrobe in 2013. This was another Place2Be event, a head teachers conference, in November 2017. The Duchess delivered remarks at the event. The Duchess wore the 'Eloise' Tunic Dress, an A-line design made in 100% wool with a high neckline, three-quarter sleeves, and oversized pewter buttons. She accessorized with her Mulberry Bayswater clutch and her Tod's pumps, a block heel style in suede. She also wore her ''Empress' earrings by Mappin and Webb. In November 2018, the Duchess brought back a Paule Ka ensemble for an engagement at University College London. The Duchess was at the University to visit the Neuroscience lab and learn how environment and biology shape the ways children develop. Many will have recognized her burgundy Paule Ka separates. The look is a version of this ensemble. The Duchess's double-breasted jacket has a shawl collar, patch pockets, a slanted breast pocket, and modified peplum detailing at the waist. The coordinating skirt is full with multiple tiers and topstitching detail. The suit was initially worn in October 2012 for a meeting with law students at Middle Temple, in February 2017 for an away day in Wales, and then again in 2018 for this engagement. Sadly, the label closed down this July. The accessories are identical to those worn for the 2017 engagements (Mulberry clutch and Tod's pumps), so I won't repeat them here. The Duchess also wore her Asprey Oak Leaf earrings, shown below as worn at another engagement. Our November 2019 engagement showcases an oft-worn designer as well as the Duchess's penchant for purchasing favorite designs in multiple colors. The designer is Emilia Wickstead, one of a core group worn frequently by the Princess of Wales. The occasion was the launch of the National Emergencies Trust, a disaster relief organization. Here you see her meeting a therapy dog. The Duchess was in a familiar look, a fit and flare dress. The Emilia Wickstead 'Kate' dress has “a slim-fitting bodice, enhanced with contouring darts above and below the waistband, and falls to a fully lined midi-length A-line skirt.” (Although the Duchess's dress hit at the knee.) If the style looks familiar, that is because it is very much like two other Emilia Wickstead designs worn by the Princess. Below, you see the lavender design first worn in Germany in July 2017 and the green version worn in May 2019. The most significant distinction among the designs is the squared neckline on the green dress and the addition of a belt to the blue dress. In autumn 2018, the 'Kate' dress was available at Matches Fashion in red, blue, and baby soft pink. (Unfortunately, the dress was sold out in all colors and Matches Fashion has been closed.) The Duchess carried her black clutch from a collaboration between Aspinal and Beulah London. She wore a new pair of pumps by Jimmy Choo; they look like the Romy 85 Pointy Toe style ($775.) The Duchess wore her Women of the First World War Brooch. And her sapphire and diamond earrings. Because of the pandemic, most of the November 2020 engagements were conducted by video call. The exception was Remembrance Sunday when the Duchess wore the Catherine Walker coat seen at this year's Remembrance Sunday ceremony, so I am skipping ahead to November 2021 and a look selected because it showcases the Princess's casual style. Below, the royals as they arrived for an engagement with UK Scouts to learn more about the Scouts’ #PromiseToThePlanet campaign. You may recall that the Duchess is joint president of the Scout Association alongside the Duke of Kent. The event was tied to the UN’s Climate Change Conference, COP26 in Glasgow, Scotland. The couple helped make wildflower seed bombs, cooked vegetarian burgers, and did maintenance on bicycles. The Duchess was in a mix of brands for the engagement. Her Quilted Tech Fabric Vest ($345) by Ganni was made of 100% recycled plastic and featured an oversized, relaxed fit. It had two pockets, a concealed front zipper, a point collar, and elastic at the waist. Her turtleneck was similar to the Cashmere Ribbed Rollneck ($420) by Really Wild, but we can't say this was definitely the piece. The Duchess wore her Scouts Adult Scarf in red/white/blue, as well as a magenta and green design she was given during the engagement. She brought back her See by Chloé Liegi Ankle Boots. She also wore what looked like her Daniella Draper Mini Cupid Hoop Earrings ($280) in recycled gold, shown below as worn at a previous engagement. In November 2022, the Prince and Princess of Wales visited Scarborough for a Community Impact Day. One of their stops was at a nursery at The Rainbow Centre, a community support organization. The Duchess was in a monochrome ensemble. Her coat by Max and Co. (another of the Max Mara brands), the label's Wool Long Run Coat (now sold out). The piece was made in 100% wool, with notched lapels, on-seam pockets, a back vent, a self-belt, and an open-front style. Beneath the coat, the Princess wore a Gabriela Hearst dress, the 'Betti' style in cashmere, silk, and wool. The A-line midi-length dress had a slim fit with long sleeves and a turtleneck. She accessorized with the suede Woven Waist Belt ($85, now sold out) by Boden. The Princess brought back a pair of pumps by Ralph Lauren, the retailer’s Celia style ($750), first noted in September 2020. The Celia is a classic point-toe pump in calfskin with a 4.1″ heel. And we saw the return of the Nano Montreal Handbag ($450) in the deep toffee smooth colorway by Demellier London. The Princess also repeated her Twisted Circle Hoop Earrings ($2, sold out) by Accessorize. Our final ensemble was worn in November 2023 for ceremonies officially starting the Republic of Korea state visit. The Prince and Princess welcomed President Yoon Suk Yeol and the First Lady, Mrs. Kim Keon Hee, at their central London hotel. The two couples traveled to Horse Guards Parade for a full ceremonial welcome. Following a private lunch at Buckingham Palace, members of the Royal Family and the President and First Lady viewed a special exhibition of items from the Royal Collection Trust related to the Republic of Korea. The Princess wore her Catherine Walker Beau Tie dress first seen at the December 2021 Carol Concert, topped by a cape in matching fabric. Here, you see the Beau Tie when worn for the 2021 Concert. It looked like the dress was shortened for the state visit ensemble. The Princess wore her hair in an updo for the first part of the day's welcome but removed the hat and wore her hair down for the lunch and exhibit viewing. She debuted a new hat by Jane Taylor. It was similar to the Decima Style ($2757) seen below. Accessories included the ‘Bow Embellished Suede Shoulder Bag’ by Miu Miu, first carried during the 2016 Canada Tour, and the Princess's red Gianvito 105 Pumps ($795). The Princess wore the sapphire cabochon and diamond cluster earrings that originally belonged to Diana, the Princess of Wales. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ I also have some early Sales & Savings opportunities to share as retailers start Black Friday discounts well before that day. At Monica Vinader, the jeweler's Siren Green Onyx Earrings are 40% off ($106.80, normally $178), and the Nura Pearl Necklace is 30% off (now $125.80 instead of $186 for both the pearl pendant and the necklace). Kiki McDonough is offering 15% off sitewide (excluding Special editions) with promo code THANKSGIVING15. Catherine Zoraida is offering discounts of up to 30% in its Golden Week sale.
What size silk scarf should men wear? - Fashion Bomb Daily
As winter approaches, it’s time to start thinking about how to keep warm – while keeping stylish! A silk scarf is the perfect solution. Thanks to silk’s thermodynamic properties, as well as guaranteeing an elegant, sophisticated appearance, a silk scarf is the ideal way to wrap up. The question is, with so many ways to […]
What size silk scarf should men wear? - Fashion Bomb Daily
As winter approaches, it’s time to start thinking about how to keep warm – while keeping stylish! A silk scarf is the perfect solution. Thanks to silk’s thermodynamic properties, as well as guaranteeing an elegant, sophisticated appearance, a silk scarf is the ideal way to wrap up. The question is, with so many ways to […]
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.
News Updates & Last Minute Gift Ideas – What Kate Wore
I am back with a couple of quick news updates and then a look at some last-minute holiday gift ideas. We begin with a brief promo voiced by the Princess of Wales for the Together at Christmas Carol Service taped last Friday at Westminster Abbey. The program airs Christmas Eve on ITV and ITVX. Several readers have emailed to say that viewers outside of the UK can watch the program on Britbox. Our other updates have been added to the post covering the carol concert last Friday, but for those who may not have seen them, I'll share them here. It turns out the bow worn by the Princess to the concert is from Jigsaw, per a Rebecca English story in the Daily Mail. It is called the Velvet Bow Hair Clip ($25). It comes in the black velvet worn by the Princess as well as a festive burgundy color. Thank you to Sabira for posting about the article. Several readers wondered about the identity of the gentleman we saw behind Prince Louis in photos from the service. That is George Gilman, the husband of Lady Rose Gilman, the youngest daughter of the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester. Thank you to Caroline for her comment sharing this information! Now for some late possibilities for holiday gifts. As always, there's lots to love at Fortnum and Mason, and those in the UK can still order the iconic retailer's famous hampers and gift boxes. This includes things like the Highgrove Hamper ($178) shown below left, or the Christmas Afternoon Tea Hamper ($178) shown on the right. But if you're in the US and in need of a gift in time for Christmas or Hanukkah, you may want to peruse the selection of Fortnum and Mason's goodies stocked at Williams Sonoma. Below you see (from left to right) the Piccadilly Biscuits Selections (prices vary), Lemon Curd Biscuits ($26.95), and Earl Grey Tea ($39.95 - $79.95). Amazon also carries some Fortnum and Mason products. Scottish retailer Brora, a brand the Princes of Wales favors, now has a dedicated US website. (Thank you to Middleton Maven for this tip!) Christmas delivery is available via standard shipping for orders made by 1pm on December 20th on both the US and UK sites. There is a healthy selection of sale merchandise, like the brand's Cashmere Modern Classic Cardigan ($315). Regular price goods include the Gold Charm Earrings ($89) worn by the Princess of Wales, and Cashmere Socks ($79) in a mix of colors. Liberty London has a stellar selection of items. A quick sampling shows the Brighton Blossom Water Bottle ($52), a Ciara Tana Lawn™ Cotton Eye Mask ($60), and the Queen's Royal Splendour Cocktail Napkin Set ($82). US and Canadian customers can place orders until the 16th to receive Christmas delivery, with UK customers needing to order by the 18th. Other Liberty options include a Christmas Tree of Life Jigsaw Puzzle ($29), a set of 3 Double-Tipped Highlighters in Liberty's Mitsi print ($22), and Liberty's Scalloped Notecards Set ($29). Offerings from the Historic Royal Palaces shop include a Hampton Court Palace Crown Ornament (£18, about $23), a Kensington Palace Tote Bag (also £18), or a cute Corgi in a Cape (£13, about$16.50). And now for our sampling of tartan treasures, although every item shown in the post is not going to be an authentic tartan. What is the difference? We turn to Handwoven Magazine for more information. ....all tartans are plaid. However, not all plaids are tartan! Both plaids and tartans are woven of stripes that meet at 90-degree angles. Tartans have an identical pattern of stripes running vertically and horizontally, resulting in overlapping square grids. Regular plaids are not necessarily the same in both directions, with variation in color, size, and/or pattern of stripe Additionally, tartans are usually associated with a specific clan and registered with the Scottish Tartan Authority. This is not the case with plaid patterns. We start with items at J. Crew, like the Tartan Booties Socks 3-Pack ($19.50), the Flannel Long-Sleeve Pajama Set ($89.95), and the Oversized Tartan Hair Bow. Additional items from J. Crew include the Girls' Ruffle-Trim Corduroy Dress ($37.99 with promo code BIGSALE), a Cashmere Scarf ($36.50), and a Men's Brushed Twill Shirt ($36.50). J Crew also has a good mix of Breton stripe merchandise. From left to right, the Classic Mariner Boatneck Tee ($29.50), a Cotton Turtleneck Sweater ($46.50), and the Long-Sleeve Boatneck Tee ($34.50). We return to tartan items with a look at Boden's selection. Below left, you see the Vic Chisel-Toe Mary Janes ($190); on the right, the Bow Slippers ($55). There is a cute Blackwatch Check Holly Print at Boden (below left) used in the Girls' Betsy Tiered Twirly Dress ($65) and the Boys' Cosy Cotton Shirt ($49). A cheery red print is used in the Bess Cosy Smocked Dress ($65) and the Boys' Cosy Cotton Shirt ($49). Those prints are also available in the Women's Alba Check Maxi Dress ($198). Additional footwear includes the Tartan Slip-on Mules ($59.50) at J. Crew Factory, the Sylvie Bow Kitten Heel Pumps ($149) at Talbot's, and the Debra Ballet Slipper ($138) at Jack Rogers. Talbot's (where they are offering 50% off your purchase through Sunday) sells the Blair Cap-Toe Flat ($109.99) in a vibrant red pattern and the Katelyn Bow Loafers in Snowfall Plaid ($69.50), while Dillard's offers the Morgan Plaid Loafer ($98). Mark and Graham's Blanket Scarf ($49) is offered in quite a mix of patterns. Here are just three examples. Stony Clover Lane has a mix of products featuring a tartan or tartan-ish print. From left to right, you see the Plaid Headband ($48), the Micro Top-Handle Crossbody Bag ($138), and the Hello Kitty Holiday Plaid Small Pouch ($131). Other items include the Bow Clip ($28), the Plaid Teddy Patch ($16), and the Mini Pouch ($68). One note: I am not super-familiar with this brand and noticed a number of items are final sale, just as an FYI. Ornaments in plaid and tartan are readily available. On the left, the Tartan Christmas Tree with Thistles ($24.95) from Scotland House. In the center, it's the Pottery Barn Plaid Ornament Set ($47), and on the right, the Homespun Christmas Ornament Set ($5.95) as sold at Walmart. There is no shortage of home goods in the popular print. Juliska has a broad selection that includes Placemats in cotton and velvet ($28) and Napkins ($22). Juliska also offers a Holiday Tartan in Tablecloths (prices vary by size), a Table Runner ($115), and Placemats ($96 for 4). There are even napkin rings to perk up a table. Pottery Barn sells Stewart Plaid Bow Napkin Rings ($17.50 for a set of four), while Mark & Graham offers Red Tartan Bow Napkin Rings ($25 each or $79 for a set of four). Tartan and plaid gift items for your four-legged family members are also available. At Mark and Graham, there is a Plaid Sherpa Dog Jacket ($59), a Dog Pillow Bed ($129), and a Knit Dog Sweater ($49). Pottery Barn offers the St. Jude Stewart Plaid Bear-Shaped Pillow ($29.50, 25% of the sale price goes to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital), the Plaid Sham ($45), and a solid selection of stoneware (prices vary). Williams Sonoma stocks Tartan Tea Towels ($24.95), Dinnerware (prices vary), and Tartan Napkins ($39.96). The Scotland Shop offers an amazing selection of items, from home goods to fashion and accessories, fabric, ribbon, and more. The company has a December 16 shipping deadline for standard tracked packages in the US and Canada and the 18th for standard tracked shipping in the UK. From left to right, you see Brushed Wool Scarves ($33.84), giftables like a mini Christmas Stocking ($10.50), and handbags made to order in 515 different tartans, like this Kilt Bag ($115). Etsy has quite a selection of merchandise, with things like Touchscreen Gloves ($19.97) shown on the left and right, along with Standard Gloves ($19.97). There is also a Wooden Coaster Set ($27.98), cute Earrings ($9), and Memory Bears made in fabric worn by a loved one ($60+ and not available in time for Christmas or Hannukah). You will also find Tartan Friendship Bracelets ($11.33), Scottish Clan Tartan Tumblers ($19.99), and Welsh Tartan Key Fobs ($13.32) from the Welsh Heart Company. Happy shopping!