Royal Tour Day 3, Norway: Kate dazzles in floaty Alexander McQueen gown for Black Tie Dinner in Oslo1/2/2018
This evening the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge attended a black-tie dinner in their honour hosted by The King and Queen of Norway at the Royal Palace, Oslo.
Kate looked every inch the princess in a floor-length gown by her go-to designer, Alexander McQueen.
The blush pink number is a custom piece based on this ready-to-wear silhouette from the British fashion house. Crafted in Italy from light-as-air silk, this floaty style comes with a romantic cape-like tulle layer and falls to an elegant floor length.
Kate had the neckline embellished with a crystal diamante embroidery.
The Duchess carried a new Jimmy Choo clutch in a tonal hue. The design is identical to the one she used for the Embassy dinner in Stockholm a couple of nights ago. It is the 'Celeste' style in Ballet Pink suede. It is defined by an embellished frame and faceted clasp. Ut retails for US$1,495.
On her feet she wore her Cinderella-inspired Oscar de la Renta Platinum Lamé Cabrina Pumps.
Kate complemented her dazzling look with the Queen's diamond orbital teardrop earrings and the 'Wedding Gift Bracelet' also on loan from Her Majesty. As the name implies the bracelet was a wedding gift to HM from Prince Philip. The hefty piece is set with diamonds from a tiara once belonging to his mother, Princess Andrew of Greece. The Duchess has worn both pieces of jewellery on previous occasions.
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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge bade farewell to Sweden this morning, and boarded a private jet bound for Oslo to begin the Norwegian leg of the royal tour. On arrival they were greeted by Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit.
Kate was back in Catherine Walker for the third consecutive day. This time she wore a teal number featuring a funnel neck.
Kate teamed the coat with her trusty combination of black Mulberry 'Bayswater' Suede Clutch and Tod's Suede Block Heel Pumps.
She accessorized with her Sapphire & Diamond Oval Drop Earrings and Cornelia James 'Beatrice' black wool gloves.
William and Kate's first stop was the Royal Palace in central Oslo for a luncheon with the Norwegian Royal Family. They were welcomed by King Harald V of Norway and his wife Queen Sonja.
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The Duchess removed her coat to reveal the Seraphine 'Marlene' maternity cocktail dress (£169). The frock has a lace bodice lined in comfortable stretch jersey, while the elegant long sleeves are made in stylish peek-a-boo lace, with subtle bell detailing at the cuffs. The fitted lace top is contrasted with a soft woven skirt, and velvet ribbon detailing at the empire waist, cuffs and collar complete the look.
After lunch, the Duke and Duchess headed outside to visit the Princess Ingrid Alexandra Sculpture Park within the Palace Gardens. The sculptures, of which there are now four, are designed by and for children, through cartoon competitions in schools across the country.
Kate rugged up for the walkabout and wore her chocolate brown Lacorine ‘Sumac’ hat and Cornelia James ‘Clementine’ gloves also in chocolate brown. We first saw these pieces when Kate attended church services at Sandringham in January.
She coordinated the accessories with her Stuart Weitzman 'Muse' clutch in a matching chocolate hue.
Kate also changed her footwear and wore a new pair of brown Stuart Weitzman 'HalfNHalf' boots (£455) - a style she also owns in black. These knee-high boots are a collaboration between Stuart Weitzman and Russell & Bromley. Rendered in luxurious brown suede with a low block heel these boots are detailed with trademark stretch panel at the back for a clean fit and elongated silhouette.
This evening, The Duke and Duchess will attend an official dinner in their honour at the Royal Palace.
Unfortunately I will not be able to cover the remaining events of the royal tour as I will be on vacation starting tomorrow. It's now midnight in my part of the world and I still haven't packed! I will do catch up posts when I return in mid February. - Elizabeth xo Royal Tour Day 2, Sweden: Duchess Kate dons another Catherine Walker coat on second day in Stockholm31/1/2018
Day Two of William and Kate's royal visit to Sweden began with a focus on the country's pioneering work in the field of mental health and children's wellbeing.
The royal couple were accompanied by Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel for their first stop of the day at the Karolinska Institute, one of the world's largest and most prestigious medical universities.
The Duchess stepped out in her second Catherine Walker coat of the tour. Today's coat was a bolder choice compared to the solid forest green piece she debuted yesterday. The red and white houndstooth coat has a double-breasted front and is a bespoke creation from the London-based atelier.
She teamed the coat with a tailor-made Alexander McQueen sheath dress.
The piece is made from an ivory wool-blend bouclé-tweed, flecked with gold yarns. The fabric is seen throughout McQueen's Pre-Fall '17 collection. Below are some pieces that feature the material.
Kate complemented the mod style with her ultra-chic Chanel quilted handbag, first seen in Paris last March, and again on Christmas Day. On her feet were the trusty Tod's Burgundy Fringed Leather Pumps.
She wore the iconic Cornelia James 'Imogen' wool gloves in chocolate brown.
Kate's earrings are by In2Design - a jewellery brand founded by two Swedish-American designers Inger Mark and Inga “Louise” Baldwin who have been designing unique, hand-crafted jewelry together since they met in the U.S. in 2002.
They are the label's Baroque Pearl Earrings (US$152) available at Banana Republic. Due to the nature of Baroque freshwater pearls, each is a one-of-a-kind original, and the shape and size of the pearls will vary. The pearl hangs from a gold-filled wire, and the earrings are handmade in the U.S.A.
The Duke and Duchess and Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel then headed to Matteusskolan, a comprehensive school in the heart of the city centre to join children who have taken part in the Youth Aware of Mental Health programme. Here they had an opportunity to learn about the support children and young teenagers get through the Swedish education system.
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That afternoon, the two Royal couples visited one of Sweden's leading department stores – NK – to open an interactive exhibition of UK design, fashion and brands that operate in Sweden.
From NK, William and Kate traveled to Haga Palace, the official residence of Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel, for a private tea with the Royal couple and their children.
On their last evening in Stockholm, The Duke and Duchess will attend an event at the Fotografiska Gallery, which at night boasts glittering views over Stockholm.
Royal Tour Day 2, Sweden: Duchess Kate in another Erdem dress for glittering event in Stockholm31/1/2018
On their final evening in Stockholm, William and Kate attended an event at the Fotografiska Gallery, which at night boasts glittering views over the city. The event was a celebration of contemporary culture with guests representing the worlds of music, film, television, theatre, tech, dance, art and sport, with live music, drinks and canapés.
The Duchess opted for another floral patterned Erdem dress tonight, not dissimilar to the gown she wore for the black tie dinner hosted by the British ambassador yesterday evening, only this one is a midi length and made from blue velvet.
The 'Christina' dress (£2,690) is a runway piece, shown as part of the designer's A/W 2017 collection. Crafted from a medium weight silk-blend velvet-devoré, it features a mock neckline with banded waist, long bell sleeves, and a fluted godet hemline.
Kate, the sartorial diplomat, arrived at the venue wearing a new black coat by Swedish fashion designer Ida Sjöstedt. The couturier, who has long been a favorite for Swedish Royals, graduated from London’s University of Westminster in the year 2000, and set up her own label in Stockholm the following year. The piece Kate wore is the 'Antonia' coat from the A/W 2018 Collection.
Kate accessorised the coat with black Troy London faux fur collar and faux fur cuffs.
On her feet were the Gianvito Rossi 'Mila' Black Suede Ankle Strap D'Orsay Pumps, previously worn on tour in Paris and Poland.
Kate completed her evening look with a pair of glittering statement earrings.
They are the Robinson Pelham Aspen earrings from the jeweler’s Oxygen collection. The £4,900 hoop earrings are set with white diamonds in 18ct gold.
Tomorrow morning, The Duke and Duchess will depart Sweden for Norway from Uppsala Airbase. Prior to their departure, William and Kate will receive a short briefing on the Swedish Armed Forces' operational capabilities.
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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge touched down in Stockholm yesterday evening ahead of their 4-day royal tour to Sweden and Norway. Kate and William arrived by private jet before being escorted to the British Ambassador’s residence where they will be staying for the duration of the Swedish leg of the official visit before flying on to Oslo later in the week.
We got a glimpse of Kate wearing her Mulberry Cerise Double Breasted Coat for the private arrival.
It has been one of her favorites during her pregnancies. She first wore it in New York at the September 11 Memorial & Museum in December 2014 while pregnant with Princess Charlotte. We saw the ensemble again a few moths later just before she went on maternity leave. She revived the coat earlier this month when she joined Prince William for a day trip to Coventry.
Today, Their Royal Highnesses kicked off the tour proper with a visit to the Vasaparken, an outdoor ice-skating venue in the city centre for a bandy hockey event.
Kate wrapped up warm in a new black shearling coat.
It is the Burberry'Tolladine' shearling trench coat (US$3,495). It features all of the heritage details of the brand's signature trench, including buckled cuffs, epaulettes and a storm flap. Crafted in Italy from black lamb shearling, this slightly loose style has a double-breasted front that can be cinched using the detachable belt, and a back vent for ease of movement. 
Under the coat we got a glimpse of a Fair Isle jumper.
Kate paid homage to the host country by wearing the Övik Folk Knit Sweater (£135) by Swedish brand Fjallraven. The knitted woollen sweater features a pattern inspired by Nordic folklore. It is designed with a round neckline and ribbed sleeve cuffs and hem. Kate wears it in the 'Uncle Blue' colourway which is currently available at these leading retailers: Fjallraven, Amazon (US), and Amazon (UK).
Her hat is the Eugenia Kim 'Rain' Faux-Fur Pompom Beanie (US$275). The beanie has sold out but the fox-fur version is currently available at Harvey Nichols (£240). With thanks to @PerthsFashion for the ID.
The eagle-eyed @PerthsFashion's also identified Kate's gloves. They are the John Lewis Women's Black Faux Fur Trim Suede Gloves (£42). The gloves have sold out in black but are still available in brown suede and on sale for £21.
Kate's scarf is the Brora Cashmere Fine Cable Snood in Bordeaux (ID by @RoyalNorway). Originally retailing for £135, it is now discounted to £89.
On her feet, the Duchess wore the Sorel 'Torino' boots (US$154) - with thanks to @HeavenQRF for the ID. The snow boots are currently available at these leading retailers: Net-a-Porter, Amazon, and My Theresa.
Kate finished the outfit with her $4,800 Asprey London 167 White Gold Earrings.
Next, The Duke and Duchess will travel to the Royal Palace of Stockholm to attend a luncheon hosted by King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia.
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Royal Tour Day 1, Sweden: Kate in forest green Catherine Walker set for lunch with Swedish royalty30/1/2018
For the second event of the royal visit to Sweden, The Duke and Duchess traveled to the Royal Palace of Stockholm to attend a luncheon hosted by King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia to welcome them to Sweden. Fifteen members of the Swedish Royal Court also attended the formal lunch, including Crown Princess Victoria and her husband Prince Daniel.
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Kate wore a bespoke forest green tunic dress by Catherine Walker which she teamed with sheer black pantyhose and her trusty Tod's Black Suede Block Heel Pumps.
Following the luncheon, William and Kate, accompanied by Victoria and Daniel walked through the picturesque cobbled streets of Stockholm from the Royal Palace to the Nobel Museum.
For the walkabout Kate topped the Catherine Walker dress with a matching coat also by the London-based atelier. The piece is trimmed with a contrasting black faux-fur collar and cuffs.
The Mini Seaton's sleek lines and streamlined silhouette are sized down from Mulberry's iconic 'Seaton' style. Its petite size makes it ideal for a day-evening bag or to pack away for a trip. Featuring equestrian-inspired detailing such as raw-edged construction and the signature Rider's Lock, the Mini Seaton can be worn on its adjustable shoulder strap or carried by its neat top handle.
To prevent slipping in the snowy conditions, Kate aptly changed into her Stuart Weitzman 'HalfNHalf' black suede boots.
She completed the look with her Kiki McDonough 'Special Edition' drop earrings featuring green tourmaline and green amethyst stones surrounded by diamonds. Set in yellow gold, the exclusive earrings were made especially for Kate by KIKI to mark the birth of Princess Charlotte. Kate premiered them during the royal tour of India in April 2016 for a meeting with the Indian Prime Minister.
Tonight, William and Kate will attend a black tie dinner at the Residence of the British Ambassador.
Following a busy start to the royal visit to Sweden, the Duke and Duchess Cambridge concluded their first day in Stockholm with a black tie dinner at the Residence of the British Ambassador.
Kate opted for a bold choice, wearing the Erdem 'Stephanie' floral-printed silk-crepe de chine gown in a gold hue (ID by @HeavenLM). The pattern is from Erdem's Fall 2017 collection which was heavily influenced by the designer's Turkish roots. The 'Stephanie' gown is traced with ruffles and has bracelet-cut bell sleeves. It is finished with a self-tie belt at the waist.
The US$2,695 dress is no longer available in the metallic tone, but the 'Stephanie' style was reissued this season in a black floral print. It is currently available at My Theresa, Matches Fashion, Selfridges, Barneys New York, and the The Modist.
The Duchess swept her brunette locks back into a low chignon and offset it with the Collingwood diamond and pearl drop earrings from Princess Diana's private collection.
On her wrist we also see Princess Diana's three-string pearl bracelet by Nigel Milne.
Kate picked up on the deep red accents in the floral print and opted to accessorize with burgundy pumps (possibly her Gianvito Rossi Royale Burgundy Suede Pumps) and a matching clutch.
The suede minaudiere appears to have an embellished frame and faceted clasp. I believe it is the Jimmy Choo 'Celeste' crystal-embellished suede clutch (US$1,495).
Day 2 of the royal visit will focus on Sweden's pioneering work in the field of mental health and children's wellbeing. In the afternoon, William and Kate will visit one of Sweden's leading department stores – NK – to open an interactive exhibition of UK design, fashion and brands that operate in Sweden. From NK, the royal couple will travel to Haga Palace, Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel's official residence, for a private tea. On their last evening in Stockholm, The Duke and Duchess will attend an event at the Fotografiska Gallery, which at night boasts glittering views over Stockholm.
The Duchess of Cambridge undertook a series of maternal mental health engagements today. She first visited The Maurice Wohl Clinical Neuroscience Institute at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) at King's College London. It is one of Europe's largest centres for neuroscience excellence.
Next, Kate toured the Mother and Baby Unit at the Bethlem Royal Hospital, part of NHS Maudsley Foundation Trust. The unit specialises in the treatment of antenatal and postnatal mental health illnesses including postnatal depression and post- partum psychosis.
Following from yesterday's all-blue ensemble for a visit to the Roe Green Junior School, Kate was back in her favorite hue for today's outing.
She teamed her blue mist Seraphine 'Natasha' Coat (£195) with the maternity brand's 'Florrie' dress (£65). She first wore this combination in January 2015 when pregnant with Princess Charlotte for a series of engagements in Kensington.
The Duchess complemented the Seraphine pieces with her navy Jaeger quilted clutch and Jimmy Choo 'Georgia' pumps in a matching navy suede.
Kate finished the look with her Sapphire & Diamond Oval Drop Earrings and Cartier Ballon Bleu Watch.
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The Duchess of Cambridge visited the Roe Green Junior School in Brent today to launch a new Mentally Healthy Schools website. Funded by the Royal Foundation as part of the Heads Together campaign, the online resource will be available to every primary school in the UK and will give teachers and staff the clarity and practical resources they need to support pupils.
Kate stepped out in an all blue ensemble. She arrived at the school wearing her petrol blue Sportmax 'Gerbera' coat first worn for a visit to the Emma Bridgewater pottery factorywhen she was pregnant with Princess Charlotte.
She accessorized with a new Beulah London scarf (thanks to @Giulia_lelepug for the ID). It is the brand's 'Elena' scarf in Navy Henri Print (£79.17)
The Duchess also debuted a blue dress by Seraphine. The style is the brand's Royal Blue Tailored Maternity Dress (£99) from their LUXE collection - thanks to @evangelina_th for the ID. The dress is designed to accentuate the empire waist with stylish gold button detailing under the bust. Cut for an elegant A-line shape, this knee-length dress is made in premium stretch woven fabric, and finished with 3/4 bell sleeves.
On her feet were the Rupert Sanderson 'Malory' Navy Suede Pumps.
Kate carried her navy suede Stuart Weitzman 'Muse' clutch.
She finished the look with her G. Collins & Sons Tanzanite Pendant Necklace & Earrings and Cartier Ballon Bleu Watch.
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Following Kate's official event at Great Ormond Street Hospital this morning, her afternoon outing had a more casual tone. The Duchess of Cambridge visited Bond Primary School - one of the 65 local schools that benefit from the Wimbledon Junior Tennis Initiative offering free tennis coaching.
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You may recall what an avid tennis fan Kate is; she is the patron of the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) and has carried out multiple engagements involving junior participation in tennis, and Wimbledon in general.
Kate sported a familiar look for today's tennis workshop - a déjà vu repeat of the one she wore last October for an event with the LTA.
Today, Kate swapped her black PlayBrave 'Clarice' jacket for a white one (£129.00).
The outfit also consisted of her Monreal London Side Panel Track Pants (sold out). She first wore the $325 track pants in February 2016 for a tennis workshop with Judy Murray.
On her feet were the Nike Air VaporMax Flyknit sneakers (US$190).
Kate rounded off her casual style with the Annoushka Pearl and Kiki Diamond Hoop Earrings worn earlier today.
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The Duchess of Cambridge visited the Great Ormond Street Hospital today where she was on hand to open the new Mittal Children’s Medical Centre.
Kate brighten up the hospital wards in her new vibrant red coat by Boden.
Crafted with pure cotton, this structured coat falls to just below the knees and is embellished with ruffles at the collar, the two front pocket and the cuffs of the long sleeves. Fully lined for comfort, it is completed with a button down placket with large statement buttons. The coat retails for £220 and is currently in stock at Boden and John Lewis. If you are placing your first order with Boden (USA), you can get 20% off Kate's coat with promocode 4C6L.
The peach hued dress under the coat is believed to be the same one she wore with her Tara Jarmon coat in April 2013 when pregnant with George. The coordinating dress is said to be by “an independent dressmaker”.
Kate contrasted the bold hue with muted brown suede accessories. She carried her chocolate Emmy 'Natasha' clutch and on her feet were brown pointed-toe pumps, believed to be the same pair she first wore in Anglesey back in February 2016.
The Duchess has accessorized with her beloved Annoushka Pearl and Kiki Diamond Hoop Earrings.
Up next, the Duchess will visit Bond Primary School in Mitcham in her role as Patron of Wimbledon, to see the work of the Wimbledon Junior Tennis Initiative. It's past midnight in my part of the world so I'll cover this event tomorrow.
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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge spent the day in Coventry for a series of engagements starting with a visit to the Coventry Cathedral, followed by a stop at Coventry University and then a meeting with The Positive Youth Foundation.
The Duchess sported a familiar look, opting for an outfit she first wore in New York at the September 11 Memorial & Museum in December 2014 while pregnant with Princess Charlotte. We saw the ensemble again a few moths later just before she went on maternity leave.
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The Duchess of Cambridge made an unannounced appearance at the Head Start Learning Conference today in her role as Patron of the Anna Freud National Centre for Children and Families.
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Kate participated in discussions and chatted with young people and staff leading the HeadStart programme which aims to build Mental Health and resilience in children and young people across the country.
Image source: Anna Freud NCCF (@AFNCCF via Twitter)
KATE'S OUTFIT
EARRINGS: Mappin & Webb Empress Drop Earrings
BOOTS: Aquatalia 'Ruby Dry' Platform Ankle Boot in Black Suede (£265)
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The Duchess of Cambridge was back on royal duty today visiting the Reach Academy Feltham for her first official engagement of 2018.
The school works in partnership with Place2Be to support pupils and families. Kate attended in her role as the charity's patron, reflecting her interest in children’s mental health and the importance of supporting children and families to give kids the best possible start in life.
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For her first day back at work Kate debuted the HOBBS 'Gianna' coat in navy wool (thanks to @marybozzoli via Twitter for the ID). Taking inspiration from the traditional riding coat, the Gianna is a modern classic. Made in beautiful French navy wool, it is tailored and has a dramatic femininity achieved by the flared skirt and black detailing. The curved collar and pewter buttons add an extra equestrian touch.
Under the coat the Duchess wore her Seraphine 'Florrie' dress. You may recall she first wore it when pregnant with Princess Charlotte for a day of engagements in Kensington in January of 2015.
Kate coordinated the outfit with her navy Stuart Weitzman 'Muse' suede clutch and Jimmy Choo 'Georgia' Navy Suede Pumps.
She also wore her Ballon Bleu de Cartier Stainless Steel Bracelet Watch.
She finished the ensemble with her sapphire and diamond earrings.
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Today we got our first glimpse of the Duchess of Cambridge in the new year!
Prince William and Kate joined Her Majesty and Prince Phillip for Sunday service at the church of St Mary Magdalene on the Queen's Sandringham Estate in Norfolk.
The royal family were also accompanied by Kate's sister and brother-in-law, as well as William's long-time friend James Meade and his wife. Pippa wore The Fold's 'Clarendon' navy coat and a fedora by Jess Collett.
The Duchess rugged up in her brown Moloh 'Turpin' Tweed coat, first worn Christmas Day 2014. The piece is from the 2013 autumn/winter collection and below is a brief description of the coat as featured in February 2013 Belgravia Residents’ Journal.
Kate carried the Chanel quilted handbag, first seen in Paris last March, and on her feet were the trusty Tod's Burgundy Fringed Leather Pumps.
She wore her Sapphire & Diamond Oval Drop Earrings.
Kate accessorized with fur elements, adding another alpaca hat to her collection. It appears to be the Lacorine 'Sumac' style in chocolate brown (£187.50).
The Duchess completed the look with a new pair of the fur-trimmed gloves. They are the Cornelia James ‘Clementine’ style (£85) in chocolate brown. The wrist-length gloves are 100% merino wool and trimmed with faux fur.
This is the third consecutive year the Duke & Duchess of Cambridge have attended the January Sunday Service. On all three occasions Kate has opted for repeats. In 2016 she wore a Michael Kors plaid skirt suit, and last year she donned her forest green Sportmax coat.
Kate will celebrate her 36th birthday on Tuesday and she'll resume her royal duties the following day when she makes a solo visit to the Reach Academy Feltham.
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