Weekly Wrap-Up, Christmas Special

The countdown is on ... there are only 20 days until Christmas! What to wear? What to buy? It can be a stressful time of year, and for those who need a little royal inspiration for the holidays, I decided to dedicate this year's final newsletter to Christmas!

WHAT TO WEAR DURING THE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS

Struggling to find something special to wear during the Holiday Season? Here are some outfit ideas inspired by the Duchess of Cambridge.

On Christmas Day 2013, Kate wore a simple ivory coat and added a wrap scarf in seasonal colours.  A shawl is a simple way to add a festive touch and make an outfit look refined and elegant.

 SHOP: Coat (£129)| Wrap Scarf (US$12) | Earrings (US $29.99) | Boots  (£63.80)| Clutch (£10.49) | Gloves (US$10.50)

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Whatever your traditions at Christmas time, it's always nice to pick a stand-out outfit that that will make you feel especially festive. A red dress is a must during the Christmas holidays and add some statement jewellery for a bit of glitz and glamour.

SHOP: Dress (US$72)| Earrings (US$97.50)| Bracelet (US$79)| Clutch (£35)| Shoes (£25)

CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE

I've curated a list of Christmas gift ideas for any royal-lover, inspired by Kate's favourite brands and her style essentials. I've also included ideas for the home and novelty gifts.  Use this guide to drop a hint to your significant other, or use it yourself! Even if your BFF, mum, or sister isn't as fanatical about Kate as you are, there's no doubt she'll love one of these timeless gifts.

Fashion, Bling & Beauty ...

ME+EM Cobalt/White Breton Stripe Top £48

J Brand 811 Navy US$169

Sebago 'Bala' Taupe/White Boat Shoes US$95

Ray-Ban Tortoise Folding Wayfarer Sunglasses US$150

LK Bennett 'Cayla' Cardinal Red Dress £175

Longchamp 'Large Le Pliage' Tote US$145

Azuni 'Athena' Aqua Drop Earrings £25

Mirabelle 'Lolita' Gold Plated Loop Earrings £30

Merci Maman Duchess Necklace £79 (order by 14 Dec for Xmas delivery)

Kiki Classics 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Hoop Earrings US$750

Kiki Grace White Topaz & Diamond Stud Earrings US$1,190

Kiki Citrine Pear Drop Earrings US$740

Annoushka Classic Baroque Pearl Earring Drops £295

Catherine Zoraida Double Leaf Earrings US$236

Links of London Hope Egg Earrings US$475

Illuminum White Gardenia Petals Perfume US$105

Karin Herzog Vita-a-Kombi 1 US$68

Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum US$44

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For the home ...

Emma Bridgewater EACH 1/2 Pint Mug Twin Set £39.95

Duchess of Cambridge fashion stretch prints US$35

2016 What Kate Wore Calendar US$14.95

Kate Royal Fashions Coloring Book US$3.99

William & Kate Royal Wedding Commemorative Card Set US$22

Royal Collection Royal Baby Porcelain Set 2015

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For Kids ...

Jellycat Fuddlewuddle Puppy £17

Hooray! It's a New Royal Baby! US$9.53

aden + anais Swaddle Blanket, Jungle Jam US$49.95

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Happy Christmas shopping!

This will be the final newsletter for the year.  I will recommence the weekly wrap-ups in February 2016. In the meantime, you can stay up-to-date with Kate-related news via the blog and my social media accounts. 

Wishing you all a safe and blissful holiday season!