Fresh from their safari at the Kaziranga National Park, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge made a quick outfit change before heading off this afternoon for their scheduled engagements.
Kate changed into a floaty knee-length dress from high-street chain, Topshop (quickly identified by @HRHDuchesskate) She wore the brand's pink Embroidered Smock Dress (£75.00). The floral printed midi length smock dress features an all-over embroidered trim and is finished with a tassel neck tie. It has now sold out, however there are a number of eBay sellers offering the dress.
Kate teamed the dress with her black Pied A Terre 'Imperia' wedges and Accessorize Filigree Bead Short Drop Earrings.
Here's a look at her beautiful chignon.
The royal couple's first stop was Pan Bari, a rural village on the outskirts of the Kaziranga National Park.
They were invited to visit a traditional prayer hall, where they entered after removing their shoes.
William and Kate were then shown a traditional weaving loom and also spent some time in the village's tea garden.
Their next stop was the Centre for Wildlife Rehabilitation and Conservation where they first had tea with the staff who provide emergency care and rehabilitation to wild animals that have been injured, displaced, or orphaned.
The centre is the only one of its kind in India and it has cared for and released thousands of animals back into their natural habitat. William and Kate were excited to be given the opportunity to feed the baby elephants and rhinos.
Next, William and Kate traveled across the road to the site of the upcoming Kaziranga Discovery Park built by the charity Elephant Family, which was founded by the Duchess of Cornwall’s late brother Mark Shand.
The park provides a health clinic for working elephants and will soon offer an elephant information centre. Their Royal Highnesses also met with villagers who have been relocated by the charity to keep them safely out of the path of an elephant corridor.
Before departing, The Duke and Duchess put the finishing touches on an elephant sculpture to officially mark the ‘call for artists’ for India’s elephant parade, which will see 200 elephants decorated by artists and placed in 200 locations across India by the Elephant Family. These parades have previously been staged in London, Edinburgh, and New York.
Tomorrow, William & Kate will commence the Bhutan leg of the tour. I'm confident Kate will continue to impress us with her outfit choice in this beautiful mountainous county. Here's a look back at Kate's royal tour outfits so far.
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Today was an early start for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge who set off on an open-air drive around the Kaziranga National Park, a World Heritage Site and a wildlife conservation site.
William and Kate were first welcomed by local people and park staff at the entrance to Kaziranga.
Shortly after, they commenced their open-drive into the jungle.
The park is home to elephants, water buffalo, the endangered swamp deer, tigers and Indian one-horned rhinoceroses, some of which the royal couple got to see.
The Duke and Duchess also met rangers inside Kaziranga to discuss their anti-poaching efforts.
As expected, the Duchess opted for a safari-chic look today, combining a crisp white patterned shirt with slim khaki pants.
Kate wore a bib ruffled-front blouse from iconic Australian brand R.M. Williams. She wore the brand's 'Gretna' shirt which heralds from their Autumn/Winter 2014 range. The white button-up features an all over sand/navy diamond dot print. I contacted RM Williams and they revealed the shirt was given to Kate as a gift during the 2014 Down Under Royal Tour.
Kate also debuted a pair of khaki ZARA Mid-Rise Biker Trousers (US$49). The skinny stretch pants feature knee detail. They were quickly identified by @MiddletonMaven.
On her feet were her well-worn Sebago 'Bala' Taupe/White Boat Shoes.
Kate also donned her Ray-Ban wayfarer shades.
Kate arrived wearing a new taupe scarf with white trim.
@PerthsFashion identified the scarf - it is the beige Flora Indian embroidered stole (£180). Flora is a London based company that produces hand-woven pashmina’s in Kashmir, India. They use Chyangra pelt which is hand combed each spring from the feathery neck and chest wool of the the Himalayan mountain goat. Chyangra pelt is the most insulating in the world and is known to the world as Pashmina, the most luxurious out of all the 100% cashmere shawls.
Up next, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will visit Panbari village, then the Centre for Wildlife Rehabilitation and Conservation, and they will finish the day at the Kaziranga Discovery Centre.
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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge touched down in the state of Assam this afternoon and traveled to Kaziranga National Park where they will stay until Thursday morning. They arrived in private jet and Kate stepped off the plane wearing the jade green Temperley number from earlier today.
Here's a look at the royal entourage.
William and Kate received a ceremonial welcome at the airport.
Kate made a wardrobe change for this evening's festivities, donning a new dress by a label we have not seen her wear before. The Duchess wore a colourful maxi by American designer, Anna Sui who's style is described as "romantic but with a rock ‘n’ roll spirit."
Kate wore the Crinkled Silk-Chiffon and Twill Maxi Dress (£805) from the designer's Fall '15 collection.
The blue/green folk-style dress is printed with floral and animal motifs and trimmed with embroidery for soft structure. It has an airy crinkled silk-chiffon bodice and pleated twill skirt.
On her feet were the trusty black Pied A Terre 'Imperia' Wedges, although she may need to retire them after this evening's battering!
Kate accessorized with jade chandelier earrings.
The eagle-eyed @AnnieElizabethN recognized Kate's earrings as a pair she first wore in 2006.
Their visit to the park comes at the time of the Bohag Bihu festival, the celebration of the Assamese New Year. Around a campfire, the Duke and Duchess met local people and watched dance and musical performances.
This little boy was adorable, and William and Kate were smitten by him.
The couple were presented with traditional hand woven scarves.
The theme of this leg of the tour focuses on the role of conservation in the lives of the rural people of this area. Kaziranga is a World Heritage Site and a wildlife conservation site of great global importance. Tomorrow, the Duke & Duchess will set off on a safari around the park.
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This evening, the Duke and Duchess attended a birthday party for Her Majesty The Queen at the residence of the British High Commissioner.
The garden party was attended by diplomats, politicians, business leaders and academics as a chance to celebrate the links between the UK and India, and for all present to toast The Queen ahead of her 90th birthday next week.
The Duke & Duchess were handed a sword to cut the first slice of the flag cake.
The Duke used the occasion to personally pay tribute to his grandmother with a speech to the invited guests.
Kate exuded bohemian elegance, wearing a two-piece outfit from one of favorite designer's, Temperley London. The 'Delphia' separates are from Temperley's Spring 2016 collection which "celebrates global curiosities."
The 'Delphia' top (£830) has a contemporary cut with sheer shoulders and a short sleeve. The top is cropped at the natural waist and made from 100% nylon with a silk-blend lining. The matching
'Delphia' skirt (£1,705) is cut in an a-line maxi silhouette and made from 100% silk with a silk-blend lining.
Both pieces feature intricate embroidery motifs of Indian Chintz and lattice, and are detailed with light-catching crystals.
In the stock photo below, Net-a-Porter accessorized the Temperley separates with Gianvito Rossi Suede Sandals, so I wonder if Kate did the same?
ID UPDATE (14/04/2016)
Kate's shoes have been identified as the Gianvito Rossi Crisscross Ankle-Wrap Suede Sandals.
In addition to a new pair of shoes, Kate also carried a new clutch. The minaudiere was identified by @RomanceRoyal as the Prada black satin clutch with stone embellishment (US$1470).
Tonight, Kate wore her in a half-updo, revealing a pair of statement chandelier earrings.
The costume earrings date back to 2007 and they have also been spotted on Pippa. They are believed to be by Monet.
Tomorrow, the Duke & Duchess will continue their visit in the country's capital. They will meet with a charity supporting vulnerable young people in New Delhi, followed by a meeting with senior government leaders.
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For the second event of the day, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge headed to Hyderabad House to attend a luncheon with Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi.
William & Kate signed the visitors book.
For this engagement, Kate slipped out of her fast-fashion maxi dress from earlier today and into a high-end frock from Temperley London. She wore the designer's jade green 'Desdemona' Lace Dress (£665). I'm pleased to see the Duchess wearing this dress which I suggested for the tour in last week's newsletter!
The dress features a high mock neck, fitted waist and fluted midi hem accentuated with cotton voile pleats is described by the label as having an "alluring bohemian vibe" with "vintage-inspired lace reminiscent of traditional Spanish folk costume". The outfit from the designer's Autumn 2016 season is available to pre-order.
Kate revived the popular L.K. Bennett 'Natalie' Straw Clutch Bag, which before today lay out of sight for almost two years!
Kate coordinated the clutch with the LK Bennett 'Fern' pumps in trench leather.
Kate debuted a dazzling pair of Kiki McDonough drop earrings from the jeweler's Special Editions Collection.
They feature green tourmaline and green amethyst stones surrounded by diamonds. Set in yellow gold, the exclusive earrings are valued at £3,500. According to Rebecca English, the earrings were made especially for Kate by KIKI to mark the birth of Princess Charlotte last May.
Next, the Duke & Duchess will take a flight to Assam and travel to Kaziranga National Park.
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