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On day two of their visit to Northern Ireland, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge spent the day in Ballymena, meeting with organisations that are working to create a bright future for the next generation.
Kate stepped out in an all-blue ensemble today.
She debuted the Mulberry 'Ashleigh' virgin wool coat (£1,735) from the brand's Fall 2018 collection. The design is a reinterpretation of the iconic trench, featuring a removable shoulder cape, oversized collar and a belt to cinch the waist.
The Duchess also wore a new bespoke dress by Jenny Packham.
It is a simple sheath dress accented by navy blue velvet trim at the neckline, cuffs, and waist.
Today we saw the return of the Jimmy Choo 'Celeste S' Navy Suede Clutch and Rupert Sanderson Malory Navy Suede Pumps.
Kate finished off the the look with her beloved Sapphire & Diamond Oval Drop Earrings.
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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge ended the first day of their official visit to Northern Ireland at the iconic Empire Music Hall in Belfast.
Photo via Northern Ireland Office (@NIOgov / Twitter)
Kate and William attended an informal reception celebrating young people who are making a real difference in Northern Ireland. The royal couple got the party started by each pulling a pint of Harp!
Photo via Northern Ireland Office (@NIOgov / Twitter)
Guests encompassed representatives from Northern Ireland’s business, arts and sport sectors, including Dame Mary Peters who was today appointed Lady Companion of the Most Noble of the Garter by Her Majesty The Queen.
Photo via Northern Ireland Office (@NIOgov / Twitter)
The Duchess looked magnificent in a new mint metallic lurex midi dress by Missoni (£1,590). The whisper-weight cocktail dress is woven with shimmering threads and has an elegant V-shaped neckline with a pleated midi skirt.
Other new pieces included a demi-parure from Kiki McDonough's 'Candy' collection.
Kate wore the KIKI 'Candy' mini green amethyst & diamond earrings (£1,750), and the KIKI 'Candy' mini green amethyst and diamond pendant necklace set in yellow gold (£1,250).
The Duchess offset the dazzling ensemble with her Gianvito Rossi 'Gianvito 105' Praline Suede Pumps, and Mulberry 'Baywater' clutch.
Unfortunately I will not be able to cover the remaining events of the royal visit to Northern Ireland as I will be away. I will do catch up posts when I return on Tuesday.
- Elizabeth xo
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge made a surprise trip to Northern Ireland today where they will make a number of stops over two days with a focus on celebrating the young people of Northern Ireland. The visit was kept under wraps for security reasons.
For arrival at Windsor Park Football Stadium in Belfast, home of the Irish Football Association (IFA), Kate wore herred Carolina Herrera double-breasted coat, first worn in Canada 2016 and then again in Paris 2017.
She teamed it with black jeggings and the LK Bennett 'Marissa' Black Suede Booties which Kate debuted earlier this month.
The Duchess made a quick wardrobe change when she headed out on to the football field to learn more about the IFA run outreach programmes; ‘Shooting Stars’ which encourages young girls to play football, and ‘Ahead of the Game’ which works to support clubs and volunteers when dealing with mental health issues, with a focus on challenging the stigma and preventative measures.
Kate sported a navy Barbour 'Longshore' Quilted Jacket (£159).
She also debuted the LAUREN Ralph Lauren Cable-Knit Cricket Sweater (US$125). The design is modeled on the original Ralph Lauren Cricket Sweater created in 1972.
Another new item were the New Balance Fresh Foam Cruz Sneakers (US$89.95).
Kate finished off the look with her KIKI Lauren Yellow Gold Diamond Pave Leaf Earrings and Cartier Ballon Bleu Watch.
The Duke and Duchess then visited Fermanagh to see the work that the charity Extern is doing at their Roscor Youth Village, which is a residential activity centre for children referred to the charity by social workers or the Department of Justice. The site provides a safe space to help and support these young people, with particular emphasis on outdoor activities and developing independent living skills.
William and Kate will end the day back in Belfast at the iconic Empire Music Hall to attend a party celebrating young people who are making a real difference in Northern Ireland.
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The Duchess of Cambridge attended the Royal Foundation’s ‘Mental Health in Education' conference at Mercers’ Hall in London.
Kate wore a new bouclé jacket and skirt set. The Daily Mail has revealed it is a custom design by Dolce & Gabbana. UPDATE (March 2020): The Dolce & Gabbana FW 20 collection features a tweed double-breasted blazer (US$2,245) with the same silhouette. 
She coordinated the separates with her favorite combination of her Mulberry 'Bayswater' black suede clutch and Tod's Black Suede Block Heel Pumps.
Kate wore her Kiki White Topaz Cushion Drop & Diamond Earrings.
Hair goals!
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The Duchess of Cambridge, patron of 100 Women in Finance Philanthropic Initiatives, attended a gala dinner at the V&A Museum London on Wednesday night in aid of Heads Together legacy programme ‘Mentally Healthy Schools’.
Kate looked every inch the princess in a glamorous gown by Italian fashion house, Gucci.
The bespoke floor-length dress featured delicate layers of pleated tulle in a soft array of pinks. She complemented the romantic hues with a burgundy velvet waistband. An apt choice on the eve of Valentine's Day!
The dazzling earrings are the Kiki McDonough morganite double drop earrings which she first wore to Pippa's wedding in 2017.
Kate appears to have accessorized with the burgundy velvet clutch she carried at Princess Eugenie's wedding.
It is the Prada 'Rosa' minaudiere (US$600) shown below in a satin finish.
The shoes appear to be her Oscar de la Renta Platinum Lamé Cabrina Pumps.
The Duchess had her hair styled in a half up-do.
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FASHION FLASHBACK
This is the fourth occasion the Duchess has attended the 100 Women in Hedge Funds (now Finance) gala. For her first attendance in 2011 she donned a red Beulah number.
In 2013 she wore the Jenny Packham Ink Blue Silk Tulle Gown.
For the 2015 100 Women in Hedge Funds gala, Kate stepped out in a bold floral gown by Erdem.
The Duchess of Cambridge joined Prince William on the red carpet this evening for the British Academy Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) awards ceremony at Royal Albert Hall in London.
Kate looked dazzling in a white Grecian-style off-the-shoulder gown, a bespoke design by Alexander McQueen.
Here is a look at the back of the gown and the floral appliqué on the shoulder.
The Duchess wore statement earrings belonging to Princess Diana which she wore to a concert at the Royal Albert Hall in 1991.
However, the detachable pearl drops are different to the pair worn by the late Princess. Diana’s are more rounded, and it seems Kate may have interchanged them with pearl drops from another pair of Diana's earrings.
The glittering effect extended to Kate's feet.
She debuted the Jimmy Choo 'Romy 100' Pointy Toe Pumps in Silver and Dusk Blue Fireball Glitter Dégradé Fabric (US$725).
I believe Kate's new white satin minaudiere may be the Alexander McQueen Butterfly box clutch (US$2,890).
The Duchess finished the dazzling look with a diamond quartrefoil bracelet which once belonged to the Queen Mother. Kate first wore it in November 2017 at a AFNCCF gala dinner.
Finally, here's a look at Kate's glamorous up-do.
FASHION FLASHBACK
Below is a look back at Kate's BAFTA gowns since she first starting attending in 2017.
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Back in January, the Palace announced that the Duchess of Cambridge will co-design a garden for this year's RHS Chelsea Flower Show.
© Kensington Palace
Today, the plans for the garden were released.
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Kate has been working with Davies White Landscape Architects, in partnership with the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), to create a woodland which seeks to recapture for adults the sense of wonder and magic that they enjoyed as children, in addition to kindling excitement and a passion for nature in future generations.
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Called the RHS Back to Nature Garden, it is hoped the project will showcase the benefits of the natural world on physical and mental health.
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In the photos above, the Duchess is in the same outfit worn to the King Henry’s Walk engagement in January. The pieces include the Dubarry 'Bracken' Tweed Sports Jacket and the mahogany J.Crew Mockneck sweater.
Kate also wore her beloved KIKI 'Lauren' Yellow Gold Pavé Diamond Leaf Earrings.
In support of Place2Be's Children's Mental Health Week, The Duchess of Cambridge made a special visit to Lavender Primary School, where she heard how pupils, parents and staff stay 'Healthy: Inside and Out'. It is this year's theme focusing on the connection between physical and mental health.
The Duchess wore a new shift dress by London label, Eponine.
The vibrant kelly green dress is a modified design based off 'The Madame Thénardier' dress from the brand's SS18 collection.
Kate teamed it with black stockings and a new pair of black suede ankle boots.
They are the L.K. Bennett 'Marissa' booties, crafted from super-soft suede with a lace-up design, an almond shape toe and a high block heel. Originally retailing for US$495, the boots are on sale for $346.50 at LK Bennett USA.
She carried her trusty Mulberry 'Bayswater' Black Suede Clutch.
Kate finished of the look with her KIKI Lauren Yellow Gold Diamond Pave Leaf Earrings.
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