The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge kicked off Day 7 of the royal tour with a canoe trip from Skidegate Landing to Haida Heritage Centre and Museum in Haida Gwaii.

For her visit to the remote archipelago off the northwest coast of British Columbia (formerly the Queen Charlotte Islands), Kate donned a smart casual look, fusing British elegance with country chic.

We instantly recognized the silhouette of the Smythe 'Duchess' blazer when she stepped off the boat.

In Kate's closet you'll also find a navy blue version of this blazer, which she debuted during the first royal tour of Canada in 2011. When Symthe reissued the blazer, they renamed it the "Duchess" in honour of Kate.

Today she premiered the jacket in Army green.

​The wool jacket from the Canadian brand features single-breasted styling, wide notched lapels, cut-out back hem, and goldtoned buttons on the front and cuffs. It is currently available at Saks Fifth Avenue.

The style comes in an array of colours and fabrics including wool, linen and tweed:

Under the jacket, Kate wore an ivory bow blouse from Alice Temperley's diffusion line, Somerset. The range is exclusive to the UK department store, John Lewis.

Here's a better look at the Somerset by Alice Temperley Spot Pretty Blouse (£79). The lightweight polyester blouse has a semi-sheer construction with an all-over textured spot design, lace insert detailing around the bib and at the cuffs, pleating around the short placket and a flouncy bow around the neck. The style also comes in black.

Kate reportedly wore Zara skinny jeans.

No information was provided about the colour, but they could be the Zara Skinny Mid-Rose Trousers in Khaki as suggested by @MiddletonMaven.

Kate paired the jeans with her brown Mulberry braided leather belt (identified by @AnnieElizabethN)

On her feet were the brown suede R.Sole London 'Virgi Ante Setter' boots, we saw her sporting in Carcross on day 5.

Here we see the Cartier Ballon Bleu de Stainless Steel bracelet watch.

Kate finished off the look with her beloved Kiki McDonough Citrine Pear Drop Earrings which she has worn on every royal tour to date!

The Duke and Duchess received a ceremonial welcome from peoples of the Haida Nation.

This included cultural dances at the Haida Heritage Performing House.

Following this, William and Kate dropped into the new Haidi Gwaii General Hospital in Queen Charlotte. They visited the long-term care wing, and proceeded to the maternity wing, where they joined a discussion with mothers and staff about maternal health.

Then it was back outdoors for a spot of fishing!

Kate swapped her Smythe blazer for Really Wild's Cashmere Mix Cable Crew in Ruby (£195).

During the fishing trip, Kate put on a new jacket by Troy London, the brand’s Wax Parka (£350).

The light weight parka is made from 100% cotton with a dry wax finish. It features a cinched waist and neckline, front pockets and a waterproof lining.

Her jacket was not the only thing Kate swapped during the day. During the fishing trip the Duchess exchanged a braided headband for her leopard print Alice band.

The tour comes to an end tomorrow. It will start with a private visit to the Cridge Centre for the Family and end with a sailing trip from Ogden Point into Victoria’s Inner Harbour on the tall ship Pacific Grace.  At 3:40pm The Cambridge family will be officially farewelled and depart from Canada at the Victoria Harbour seaplane terminal.

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The sixth day of the Cambridges' Canadian royal visit brought the tour's most eagerly anticipated engagement, the children's party at Government House! The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were joined by their two children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte for a morning playdate with military families from Victoria.

Duchess Kate broke all the rules of playdate fashion and wore an winter-white ensemble which contrasted beautifully with her family in blue.

Kate premiered another brand today choosing the SEE BY CHLOÉ Pointelle-knit cotton-blend dress (US$460).  The Chloé French fashion house was founded in 1952 by Gaby Aghion. The luxury brand launched the SEE line in 2001 to offer moderately priced ready-to-wear pieces, handbags, and accessories to a younger audience.

The ivory dress heralds from See by Chloé's Fall '16 collection which was described as "careful, youthful and poetic". The cotton-blend dress has a pointelle-knit bodice, underpinned with a tonal slip. The flattering fit-and-flare silhouette is finished with a ruffled collar and cuffs.

The dress was also designed in navy and black.

The collection also includes a pointelle-knit top (US$260), currently available at Nordstrom and Zappos.

Kate teamed the dress with a tonal cream leather belt.

It is the ACNE STUDIOS 'Orione' waist belt (IDed by @PerthsFashion). The US$180 leather belt is finished with a simple burnished gold buckle, and crafted from smooth leather with a tan underside. The belt is also available in black leather.

On her feet were the Monsoon 'Fleur' Taupe Suede Espadrille Wedges.

Kate finished the outfit with her dainty KIKI 'Lauren' Yellow Gold Diamond Pave Leaf Earrings.

The cuteness of the Cambridge tots was off-the-charts, and today we'll most certainly be the highlight of the tour! 

If you would like to know what Charlotte and George wore, please visit Princess Charlotte Style.

There are simply too many adorable photos to share on this blog! I recommend you check out Zimbio's collection of images of today's outing. I'll leave you with one of the sweetest moments from today of our two future kings, but mostly importantly a father and son sharing a loving embrace.

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After spending the morning in the Yukon territory capital of Whitehorse, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge traveled about an hour south to Carcross, a picturesque tiny town located on a natural land bridge between Lake Bennett and Nares Lake.

The royal couple received a warm and colorful ceremonial welcome by the First Nation people as they arrived in Carcross for a packed day of engagements.

Prior to leaving Whitehorse, William and Kate nipped back to their hotel to change and arrived in Carcross wearing a low-key outfit, befitting the North-American countryside.

The hero piece of Kate's all-new casual ensemble was the alpaca-blend Sentaler Shawl Collar Wrap Coat with Ribbed Sleeves (CA$1,215). Sentaler is a luxury outerwear brand based in Toronto, Canada. It was established in 2009 by Bojana Sentaler with a commitment to timeless design and the use of luxurious alpaca fabric.

The 'gull' grey wrap coat has a classic shawl collar and belted waist and makes a statement with its Sentaler signature ribbed detail on the full sleeves.

Kate championed another Canadian designer with her choice of jewellery today. Her new earrings are by local Yukon jeweler, Shelley MacDonald.

Kate donned the 'Ulu' earrings (CA$95) in bronze which are now available to pre-order on Shelley MacDonald's Etsy Page. We spoke directly with Shelley who revealed the earrings were originally only for sale in a store in downtown Whitehorse and must have been purchased by Kate or a member of her entourage.

Her designs are all made by hand and inspired by nature and her surroundings.  The silhouette of the earrings was inspired by the design of traditional all-purpose Inuit knife, the ULU.  The large earring measures 3cm in height and the Ulu blade is 13mm wide. The ear wire is .925 sterling and are hypoallergenic.

Coincidentally, our guest blogger Alaina featured the jeweler in last month's edition of Fashion Files when she researched potential brands for the tour!  Here's an extract of the post:

Way to go Alaina! Indeed Shelley is now inundated with orders and experiencing the success of the "Kate Effect". We couldn't be happier for her!

Kate teamed the look with an interesting choice of footwear.  On her feet were a pair of traditional brown suede cowgirl boots.

It didn't take long for @MiddletonMaven to identify them as the R.Sole London 'Virgi Ante Setter' boots (£275).  The company has reissued the design which is now called the 'Virgi Chocolate Suede' boots.

The Cambridges' had a busy day in Carcross. First they received an elder blessing, and experienced a welcome song and dance by the Dakhká Khwáan Dancers.

Then they learned about traditional Inland Tlingit and Tagish totem carving.

The royal couple were gifted with their own miniature totem.

William and Kate made an impromptu climb aboard a steam train!

Their final stop was atop Montana Mountain for a biking demonstration with Single Track to Success (S2S). S2S youth trail builders is a program that aims to provide training and improve wellness with local youth.

Tomorrow will bring the tour's most eagerly anticipated engagement, the children's party at Government House! The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will be joined by their two children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte for a morning playdate with military families from Victoria.

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The Duke and Duchess were out and about early today to explore the Yukon, having stayed overnight in the territory capital of Whitehorse.

​Kate was back in Team Canada colours, sporting a new red coat by Venezuelan-American fashion designer, Carolina Herrera - a designer first for the Duchess. For those of you who follow my other royal fashion blog Queen Letizia Style, you'll know that Carolina Herrera is one of the go-to designer's for the Queen of Spain. Coincidentally, yesterday Kate also wore the same Monica Vinader earrings as seen on Letizia. Is the Duchess getting style tips from the Spanish monarch!?

The double-breasted a-line coat is from the designer's CH Carolina Herrera Fall 2016 collection. It is made from a blend of double faced wool and cashmere. It is only available in flagship stores with a price tag of US$1,915 (thanks to @MiddletonMaven for the info).

Kate teamed the coat with a new pair of bordeaux Tod's fringed leather pumps (ID by @bojanana). The 4" covered heels have a supple leather upper with polished goldtone hardware. They feature an almond toe and fringe buckle detail at the vamp. They are finished with a signature pebbled rubber sole. They had a retail price of US$665.

The Duchess completed her outfit with a few familiar pieces.  She carried her Maple Leaf tartan scarf from yesterday, and Mulberry 'Bayswater' clutch bag in cranberry suede. You may recall that Kate also owns this clutch in black suede and blush suede.

She wore her beloved Annoushka Pearl Drops and Kiki Diamond Hoop Earrings.

On her wrist, Kate wore her trusty Cartier Ballon Bleu Watch.

The first stop for the Duke & Duchess in Whitehorse was the MacBride Museum, a fixture in downtown Whitehorse since 1952. It showcases Yukon’s history with a focus on the role of Whitehorse in the development of the territory.

Inside the museum, the royal couple joined a story circle with local children and elders, who read a story book in the native Southern Tutchone language.  The story was about a moose named William which Kate seemed to enjoy!

Following story time, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge participated in sending a "telegraph to tweet" – using an original telegraph to send a tweet.

And here's what they Twittered:

After the museum visit, William and Kate were greeted outside by Yukoners at a street party for the visiting couple.

William and Kate concluded their tour of Whitehorse at the Healing Totem.

Next up, the Duke and Duchess will make their way to the picturesque Carcross Commons and Montana Mountain.

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Following a day of sunshine in Kelowna, William and Kate left the province of British Columbia on Day 4 of the royal tour and touched down to overcast skies in Whitehorse, the capital of northwest Canada’s Yukon territory.

​To brave the dropping temperature, Kate deplaned wearing her Hobbs London Pine Green 'Persephone' Trench Coat. 

The Duchess first wore the double-breasted wool-blend coat for the 2014 St Patrick’s Day parade at Mons Barracks.

She again styled it with a tonal green croc-embossed belt like she did in 2014. The piece remains unidentified. Today she carried a Maple Leaf tartan scarf.

The Maple Leaf tartan is the official national tartan of Canada designated in 2011. The colours represent the four colours of the maple leaf through the seasons: green in summer, gold in early autumn, red at first frost and brown when the leaf has fallen.

ID UPDATE (29 Sep 2016)

@KateMiddStyle has located the identity of Kate's scarf (well, in fact her savvy mum did!) The logo on Kate's Maple Leaf tartan scarf is from a wholesale company called York Scarves.

It is made exclusively for York Scarves, and the designs are registered at the Scottish Tartan Registry. They are woven in a deep classic twill weave from 100% pure cotton.  The dimensions are 80 x 180cm.

With the exception of adding a coat and scarf, Kate made no other changes to her outfit from earlier today. Under the coat we got a glimpse of the modified Dolce & Gabbana's crêpe midi dress.

She accessorized with the L.K. Bennett 'Fern' trench leather pumps, matching 'Nina' clutch, Monica Vinader 'Siren' earrings and Cartier Ballon Bleu Watch.

On arrival at Erik Nielsen Whitehorse International Airport, the Duke and Duchess received an official welcome.

Prince William inspected a guard composed of members of the Canadian Rangers and Junior Rangers. William and his brother, Prince Harry, were made honorary members of this reserve unit in 2009.

The royal couple were then escorted to the Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre in downtown Whitehorse. Situated on the banks of the Yukon River, the centre features cultural exhibits and local First Nations art. William and Kate were treated to a "Land of Gold" performance which showcased the incredible variety of song, dance and live music from Yukon. They ended the evening around a camp fire chatting with the performers.

The Duke and Duchess will stay overnight in Whitehorse and undertake a few engagements in the town beginning at 9:05 am tomorrow morning.

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This morning, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge left Victoria and flew to Kelowna, a city in the beautiful Okanagan Valley. The arrived just after midday and paid a visit to the Okanagan campus of the University of British Columbia (UBC).

Kate looked gorgeous in a green tea length dress.

She wore a modified version of Dolce & Gabbana's crêpe midi dress (€1,895) - with the whimsical pocket watch applique removed.  The bottle-green dress has a feminine appeal with gold-toned buttons down the front, a bow-tie collar, and a ruffled trim along the sleeves. It is currently available at My Theresa and Matches Fashion.

The Duchess accessorized with a new pair of Monica Vinader 'Siren' earrings (US$195) which featured an organic, irregular shaped multi-faceted Green Onyx gemstone encased in 18ct Gold Plated Vermeil on Sterling Silver.

The earrings have also adorned the earlobes of Queen Letizia of Spain - please check out my other royal fashion blog, Queen Letizia Style :)

This is the second pair of earrings these two royal ladies have in common! Both also own the Links of London 'Hope Egg' earrings.

Today, the Duchess kept track of the time with her faithful Cartier Ballon Bleu Watch.

Kate completed the look with her trusty L.K. Bennett accessories. On her feet were the 'Fern' trench leather pumps and she carried the matching 'Nina' clutch.

During their tour of the campus, William and Kate met with students and the wider community before watching an exhibition match with the campus' nationally ranked women's volleyball team.

The second and final stop in Kelowna took William and Kate to Mission Hill Winery where they attended the BC Government's 'Taste of British Columbia' festival.

The Okanagan region is known for producing world-class wine, cheese, and food, and the royal couple had a chance to sample some of the province's best offerings and delicacies.

They also met with local young people learning about potential careers in food and agriculture.

With the sun shining bright on this picture-perfect day, Kate popped on her go-to Ray-Ban Tortoise Folding Wayfarer Sunglasses.

The next leg of the royal tour will take the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge to Whitehorse, Yukon. They are expected to arrive just after 6:00 pm local time. 

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This evening, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge attended a reception at Government House in Victoria, hosted by the Province of British Columbia.

Kate dazzled in a 1950's inspired red cocktail dress by London fashion label Preen by Thornton Bregazzi, making this a designer debut for the Duchess.

She wore the brand's 'Finella' midi dress (£1,000), a piece from Preen's Pre-AW16 collection. The frock is crafted from heavyweight satin, and has a classic fit-and-flare silhouette that's elevated with a wide asymmetric neckline, front pleated wrap, and box pleats at the skirt.

For the second time since touching down in Canada on Saturday, Kate wore Queen Elizabeth's diamond Maple Leaf Brooch, paying tribute to the host nation's emblem through her jewellery.

Kate accessorized with a new Jenny Packham 'Casa' clutch rendered in red pony hair.

It's also avilable in an ink blue pony hair from Singapore based retailer Laprendo.com.

You may recall that the Duchess also owns this style in silver/gold which she carried to the James Bond movie premier last year.

Kate wore her Gianvito Rossi red suede pumps, which she debuted for the Garter Day service in June this year.

Kate's glamorous up-do was enhanced by her Soru Jewellery Baroque Pearl Double Sided earrings.

The reception at the grand house where the Cambridges are staying was attended by 200 leaders in British Columbia's legislature, government and judiciary. 

Before the reception William & Kate joined around 25 guests, including First Nations representatives, in the drawing room for a reconciliation ceremony between indigenous people and the government.  Assisted by two Indian chiefs, Prince William added a ring of reconciliation to the Black Rod, a ceremonial staff used on formal occasions when the monarch or her provincial representative, the Lieutenant Governor, is present in the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia.

The Duke and Duchess have another busy day lined up tomorrow. They will fly to Kelowna, a city in the beautiful Okanagan Valley before leaving British Columbia for the territory of Yukon where they will stay overnight in Whitehorse.

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Day 3 of Royal Tour Canada got off to a damp start. The Duke and Duchess braved a torrential downpour as they arrived at Bella Bella, home of the Great Bear Rainforest, located on the beautiful Central Coast of British Columbia.  Unfortunately their scheduled scenic float plane tour had to be cancelled due to high winds, choppy seas, and heavy rain.

The Duchess arrived prepared for the inclement weather and took shelter under a clear dome umbrella.

She kept warm in a belted safari jacket by Holland & Holland, a British brand founded in 1835 with a tradition of specializing in attire for outdoor pursuits like shooting.

The Holland & Holland Ladies Lightweight Multipocket Safari Jacket (US$780) is made in England from lightweight Sahara cotton. It features four patch pockets on the front, with a center back vent opening into a split at the bottom. It is cinched in at the waist with a full top-stitched Sahara cotton belt. It is finished with Holland & Holland engraved horn buttons. The piece is an older style from 2014.

During the welcome ceremony by the Heiltsuk First Nations community, Kate took off her jacket to reveal a preppy crew neck jumper atop a check shirt and Zara jeans.

ID UPDATE (12TH OCT 2016)

With thanks to @suebstyle, we finally have an ID for the teal sweater! It is the Jigsaw Cashmere Katharine 'Cloud' Crew Neck Jumper. The £98 fine-gauge jumper is knitted from 100% cashmere. It has a classic shape and contemporary details including a reverse centreback panel and contrast ottoman-stitch cuffs. This piece is semi-sheer.

The jumper has sold out in teal but the 'Cloud' is available in a range of other colours:

The consensus is Kate wore the Topshop Gingham Print Shirt (ID by @ssmcgov).  It's styled with a large navy/white gingham print and made from lightweight chiffon. It will set you back US$65.

On her feet were the familiar Penelope Chilvers Long Tassle Boots (£475). They have been a closet staple for over a decade. Kate recently wore them while hiking to Tigers Nest during the Royal Tour of Bhutan.

The Duchess accessorized with a new pair of hammered gold drop earrings from Canadian-born jeweler, Pippa Small. She wore the large 'Kite' double drop earrings (£850).

During the traditional welcome ceremony, the royal couple were given 'dancing vests' by the Heiltsuk people and gifts for Prince George and Princess Charlotte.

Next, they walked to Elders Lodge where Prince William delivered a speech to mark the dedication of the Great Bear Rainforest as part of the Queen’s Commonwealth Canopy initiative.

The Duke and Duchess concluded their trip to Bella Bella with a plaque unveiling to commemorate their visit.

William and Kate headed back to Victoria to prepare for this evening's Black Rod Ceremony at Government House.

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The Duke & Duchess of Cambridge started Day 2 of Royal Visit Canada aboard a seaplane! This morning they took a scenic flight from Victoria to Vancouver for a day of engagements in the bustling west coast seaport of British Columbia.

Kate paid tribute to the host country by wearing an ensemble inspired by the colours of the Canadian flag.

​Her eye-catching red and white frock is a custom Alexander McQueen broderie anglaise cotton dress based on a piece from the designer's Resort 2017 collection. The dress featured a studded mandarin collar, button-front bodice and tiered skirt with scalloped trim. Kate's dress was customized with regular long sleeves and white barrel cuffs.

On Kate's feet were a new pair of red suede pumps. 

@WWKD_Official suggested the Russell & Bromley 'Pinpoint' courts (£165). Overnight @RE_DailyMail received confirmation that they were indeed by the British retailer.

Kate coordinated the shoes with a matching red suede clutch bag from Miu Miu, a new brand for Kate!
(Bag ID by @FoodFashFit).

Miu Miu's bow-embellished shoulder bag has been crafted in Italy from plush crimson suede. It has a gilded silver chain strap and opens to three spacious compartments.

We got a glimpse of her Cartier Ballon Bleu Watch.

Kate wore a new pair of earrings which have a diamond stud and pearl drop.

@AnnieElizabethN believes the earrings could be on loan by Her Majesty as she recalls Sophie, Countess of Wessex wearing the same style to the royal wedding. Queen Elizabeth II wore them in 1977.

Upon arrival, William and Kate were greeted by a huge crowd that had gathered at the harbour in downtown Vancouver to catch of glimpse of the royals.

After the walkabout, William & Kate paid a visit to Sheway, an outreach centre which provides health and social service support to women who are pregnant or parenting and are dealing with drug and alcohol issues.

Following this, the Duke and Duchess were joined by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his wife Sophie at the Immigrant Services Society of British Columbia New Welcome Centre.

The centre is the first, purpose-built facility of its kind in the world which provides settlement, education and employment services to over 25,000 immigrants and refugees each year.

Later in the day the four attended a youth reception at Telus Gardens where they met young Canadians who are helping to make a difference in their communities.

Their final stop in Vancouver was the First Responders Showcase at Kitsilano Coast Guard Station.

This enhanced station, the first of its kind in Canada, works with Indigenous groups, coastal communities and local response partners to provide improved marine safety off Canada’s west coast. At the base, William and Kate attended discussions on rescues as well as mental-health issues with representatives from multiple local programs, search and rescue teams, and first responders.

At the end of the day, the Duke and Duchess departed Vancouver on a Coast Guard hovercraft.

Tomorrow, William and Kate will visit Bella Bella, a small Heiltsuk First Nation community situated on the east coast of Campbell Island. It is the location of the Great Bear Rainforest, the largest intact temperate rainforest in the world and home of the Kermode bears – a sub-species of black bear noted for its white fur.  I suspect Kate will tone down her style and opt for something more comfortable tomorrow!

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The Royal Tour has commenced!  The Cambridge family touched down at a military base in Victoria, British Columbia at approximately 4 pm local time to embark on a eight day visit of Canada.

The family of four emerged from the Royal Canadian Air Force plane showing no signs of fatigue from their nine hour flight. They looked regal and unified in all-blue outfits.

Duchess Kate was the epitome of elegance in a French blue Jenny Packham sheath dress. The bespoke piece featured peaked shoulders, nipped waist and flat pointed lapels that extended to the back.

Kate donned a new custom hat from one of go-to milliners, Lock & Co Hatters. The felt hat featured a  maple leaf applique, a nod to the national emblem of Canada.

As expected Kate also wore the Maple leaf brooch, a piece on loan from Her Majesty the Queen.  The brooch is made of diamonds set in platinum in the form of a Canadian Sugar Maple leaf. The brooch was given to Queen Elizabeth, the future Queen Mother, by her husband George VI ahead of their Canadian tour in 1939.

The Duchess wore her G. Collins Tanzanite earrings.

On her feet were the familiar Ginavito Rossi Praline suede 'Gianvito 105' pumps.

Here's a closer look at Kate's beautiful chignon.

At the airport, the Cambridges were greeted by Governor General David Johnston, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and their wives.

Following the airport welcome, the royal entourage travelled to Government House for a brief stop to settle George and Charlotte with their nanny. The royals will be based in the building during their week-long stay in Canada. William and Kate then made their way to British Columbia’s Parliament Buildings. They first honoured Canadian military service by laying a wreath at the Cenotaph.

Following this, the couple made their way to the official welcoming ceremony which included a 21-gun salute and an inspection of the Guard of Honour. On the steps on the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia, Prince William addressed the crowds.

Kate decided to bring her LK Bennett 'Nina' clutch to this event.

After the public welcome, the royals retreated to Government House for private meetings with the Governor General and Prime Minister.

Tomorrow, William and Kate will spend the day in Vancouver.

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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge went ‘back to school’ today as part of their work for mental health initiative Heads Together.

They visited Stewards Academy, a school supported by Place2Be, of which the Duchess is Patron. It is also one of the team of charities brought together for the Heads Together campaign being spearheaded by the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry to change the conversation on mental health from shame to support.

During their visit the royal couple joined a lesson on "big change" run by a small number of students involved with the school's mentor scheme, where older students support new pupils in their first year of school.

They then took their seats in a school assembly to hear speeches and watch performances from students on the topic of coping with big changes. Prince William also make a short speech.

Later William and Kate were introduced to a small number of parents to discuss how adults and carers can encourage pupils to talk about big changes in their lives.

Kate made a designer debut today, wearing a new dress by Altuzarra.  The luxury women's ready-to-wear brand was launched in New York in 2008 by French-born designer Joseph Altuzarra. His brand is influenced by his multicultural upbringing and his international education in fashion.

The Altuzarra piece is the 'Aimee' polka-dot dress. The sky-blue dress is speckled with a black and white dot pattern. It has a button from and a slim silhouette with a flattering gathered bib and cropped sleeves. It retails for US$2,150 and is currently available at Neiman Marcus.

Kate accessorized with her Mappin & Webb 'Empress' earrings and necklace.

Kate completed the look with her trusty LK Bennett accessories. On her feet were the 'Fern' trench leather pumps and she carried the matching 'Nina' clutch.

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Kensington Palace has released further details of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's upcoming royal tour of Canada. The Palace has also confirmed the Duke and Duchess will bring their children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte, with them to Canada!

The week long tour will run from 24th September to 1st October 2016.  Here's an overview of the activities the royal couple will undertake during the tour:

DAY 1: 24th September - Victoria, British Columbia

Arrival: The family are scheduled to arrive in Victoria in the afternoon. They will travel to Victoria with the Royal Canadian Air Force and will be greeted at Victoria Airport before moving to Government House – where they will be based throughout the tour.

Official welcome at Parliament Buildings: William & Kate will officially open their tour by paying respects at Victoria’s Cenotaph and will unveil a new plaque paying tribute to the veterans of Canada’s involvement in the Afghanistan conflict. The official welcome to Canada will then get underway, featuring an honour guard and speeches. This event will be open to the public.

Government House Meetings: Following the Parliament events, William & Kate will return to Government House where they will have meetings with senior Canadian leaders.

DAY 2: 25th September - Vancouver, British Columbia

Travel to Vancouver: In the morning, The Duke and Duchess will travel from Victoria to Vancouver by float plane. Float planes are the quickest way to travel between the two cities and are one of the real symbols of this part of the world.

Civic Welcome: They will land in the harbour in the heart of Vancouver where they will receive a civic welcome in Jack Poole Plaza located by the Vancouver Trade and Convention Centre. This welcome will allow The Duke and Duchess to get an immediate sense of Vancouver's energy and dynamism.

Downtown East Side visit: From here, The Duke and Duchess will travel to the Downtown East Side of Vancouver to meet the team at Sheway, a charity that has achieved remarkable things for vulnerable mothers who are battling addiction and other issues.  The link between addiction and family breakdown is something that has been a major priority of The Duchess's charitable work.

Immigration Services Society visit: They will then visit the Immigration Services Society of British Columbia. Here they will meet the staff and volunteers who support over 25,000 recent migrants to Canada each year, including some of the 30,000 who have arrived in Canada over the last year from UNHCR camps that are supporting those who have fled the war in Syria. They will explore issues including housing, education, employment, language, and mental health and will have an opportunity to engage directly with Syrian refugees.

Young leaders event: The Duke and Duchess will then attend an event celebrating young leaders in Canadian arts, music, sport, charity, business, and film.

Kitsilano Coastguard Station: The final engagement of the day will see The Duke and Duchess learn more about the first responders who work together to keep Vancouverites safe as they enjoy life in their city. They will visit the Kitsilano Coastguard Station in Vanier park and learn about the round the clock operation to support people who come into trouble on the water that surrounds this coastal city. They will then meet with other first responders who protect the safety and physical and mental health of people in the region, including police and fire services and social workers. The Duke and Duchess will then depart the area by the Coast Guard's hovercraft before flying back to Victoria for the evening.

DAY 3: 26th September - Great Bear Rainforest & Bella Bella, British Columbia

Great Bear Rainforest arrival: The Duke and Duchess will travel to the Great Bear Rainforest – the world's largest temperate rainforest, located on the beautiful Central Coast of British Columbia. Great Bear has been named as Canada's commitment to The Queen's Commonwealth Canopy (QCC). Launched at the 2015 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Malta, the QCC is a unique network of forest conversation initiatives, which involves all 53 countries of the Commonwealth. The QCC present a rare opportunity to unite the whole Commonwealth family and save one of the world’s most important natural habitats, forests.  By creating a pan-Commonwealth network of forest conservation products, the QCC will mark Her Majesty The Queen’s service to the Commonwealth while conserving indigenous forests for future generations.

Aerial Tour of Rain Forest: Immediately on arrival at Bella Bella airport The Duke and Duchess will transfer to a float plane where they will be given an aerial tour of a section of the vast rainforest.

Ceremonial Welcome: They will then land on the water at Bella Bella's main jetty where they will be ceremoniously welcomed by the Heiltsuk First Nations community.

Youth Performance: From there they will be guided by young people through Bella Bella to the community centre where a youth performance will take place. There will also be an opportunity for speeches on the significance of the QCC at a separate event following this performance.

Mcloughlin Bay: The party will then travel to nearby Mcloughlin Bay where the rainforest will be officially committed to The Queen's Commonwealth Canopy during a brief ceremony. The party will have an opportunity to see one of the new walking trails being constructed in the area before departing by boat and returning to Victoria.

British Columbia reception: That evening in Victoria, The Duke and Duchess will attend a reception hosted by the province of British Columbia at Government House.

DAY 4: 27th September - Kelowna, British Columbia & Whitehorse, Yukon

Kelowna and University of British Columbia: Will & Kate will fly to Kelowna, a city in the beautiful Okanagan Valley. Their first stop will be the Okanagan campus of the University of British Columbia. UBC is one of the world's finest research universities and recently celebrated its centenary. The Duke and Duchess will have a chance to meet with students and the wider community before watching an exhibition match with the campus' nationally ranked women's volleyball team.

Taste of British Columbia: They will then take part in the BC Government's 'Taste of British Columbia' festival at Mission Hill Winery. The Okanagan region is producing world-class wine, cheese, and food and The Duke and Duchess will have a chance to sample some of the province's best offerings. They will also meet with local young people who are learning about potential careers in food and agriculture.

Whitehorse, Yukon: William and Kate will then fly to Whitehorse, Yukon. When they arrive in the early evening, they will be greeted by members of the Canadian Rangers, the military branch that provides a presence in the north of the country. The Duke and Duchess will also get to meet some of the young people who serve in the Junior Canadian Rangers.

Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre: Later that evening they will watch a cultural performance at the Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre. Their Royal Highnesses will stay in Whitehorse overnight.

DAY 5: 28th September - Whitehorse and Carcross, Yukon

MacBride Museum in Yukon: The day will begin with a visit to the MacBride Museum, where they will learn about Yukon's history.

Party on Main Street: Next up will be a colourful and fun party on Main Street in Whitehorse. Whitehorse has a thriving arts scene and local artists and craftsman will have their work on display, and you should also expect plenty of music and local food.

Carcross & Traditional Welcome: The Duke and Duchess will later make their way to Carcross, a small town of less than 300 people, 70 kilometres from Whitehorse on the Klondike Highway. The scenery along this drive is spectacular. At the Carcross Commons they will have a traditional welcome from the Carcross/Tagish First Nation and will be given a tour of the recently completed buildings and public spaces there and will have a chance to say hello to the local community.

Montana Mountain: The Duke and Duchess will then travel a short distance to the beautiful Montana Mountain where they will visit what must be one of the world's most picturesque destinations for mountain biking.  The Single Track to Success (S2S) project on Montana Mountain not only builds world class trails, it provides life changing experiences to local youth and contributes to tourism in the area.  Their Royal Highnesses will then travel down to the bottom of the track and bid farewell to the young people and the community before heading back to Whitehorse Airport and on to Victoria.

DAY 6: 29th September - Victoria, British Columbia

Children's Party: The Duke and Duchess will attend a children's party in the beautiful grounds of Government House. A group of military families have been invited to share what should be a really lovely morning with plenty of surprises for the children.

Private Time: The rest of the day will provide The Duke and Duchess some private time with their children.

DAY 7: 30th September - Haida Gwaii, British Columbia

Haida Gwaii arrival: The Duke & Duchess will visit Haida Gwaii, an archipelago on the northern coast of British Columbia that is home to the Haida Nation.  When the couple arrive at Skidegate, they will transfer to a traditional Haida canoe and will help to paddle around to the beach at the Haida Heritage Centre and Museum, where they will be officially welcomed. Inside the centre they will be addressed by the President of the Haida Nation and see a cultural performance from around 30 local children.

Haida Gwaii Hospital: The Duke and Duchess will then have the honour of officially opening the new Haida Gwaii Hospital and Care Centre. This impressive new facility will house several new services that have recently transformed medical provision on the islands. People no longer have to leave Haida Gwaii to have children, for instance, and families can be close to their loved ones as they receive care late in their lives. The Duke and Duchess will meet with people who have benefitted from these services.

Skidegate Youth Centre: Before leaving Haida Gwaii, The Duke and Duchess will join youth from the Skidegate Youth Centre where they will enjoy world-class fishing on the beautiful waters of the Hectate Strate. The Skidegate Youth Centre serves the youth of Skidegate and surrounding areas engage in safe and meaningful social, recreational and educational activities. The programme focuses on confidence building, physical activities and creativity, while achieving social and life skills.

DAY 8: 1st October -  Victoria & Departure

Cridge Centre for the Family: The final day of the royal tour, will be a busy one for the Duke & Duchess of Cambridge. The first engagement will be a visit to the Cridge Centre for the Family – one of Victoria's most well-known charitable institutions. The Centre provides a range of services, including childcare, youth outreach, and support for women who have experienced domestic violence.

Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre: The Duke and Duchess will then then visit a local café where they will meet with families that have been supported by the Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre, one of British Columbia's leading mental health charities. Kelty uses digital and community-based tools to take mental health services and information to families throughout the province. This focus on signposting and information provision chimes closely with the work that The Duke and Duchess are focusing on along with Prince Harry through their Heads Together campaign.

Sail and Life Training Society: Then they will board a tall-ship operated by the Sail and Life Training Society, a charity that uses the power of sailing to give young people skills and direction in their lives. On board will be a group of young people who are part of JACK.org – a national network of youth who are working to end stigma around mental health for their generation. The Duke and Duchess will have a chance to talk to these young people about their work while actively taking part in helping to sail the tall ship before docking in the inner harbour.

Official departure ceremony: Later that afternoon The Duke and Duchess end their tour by taking part in a public official departure ceremony at Victoria Harbour Airport. The Harbour airport is located in the centre of the city and will be a perfect place for Their Royal Highnesses to demonstrate their gratitude for the hospitality that will have been extended to them over the previous week. They will then board a float plane and will have a brief tour of the southern tip of Vancouver Island before departing Canada with the Royal Canadian Air Force.

As anticipated, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are spending the end of summer with the Queen and Prince Philip at their Scottish holiday home, Balmoral Castle.  On Sunday, they were photographed driving to a church service at the nearby Crathie Kirk.

Th Duchess kept her look appropriately demure for the service, wearing her tweed Micheal Kors Collection suit jacket that we have spotted her wearing several times before with a matching midi skirt.

Kate first wore the two-piece suit in late December 2015 for Sunday Service at the Church of St. Mary Magdalene.  She then repeated the ensemble a couple week's later for the commemoration service marking the 100th anniversary of the end of the Gallipoli battle during the First World War.

Today, Kate teamed the jacket with a new aubergine felt hat and her Sapphire & Diamond Oval Drop 'Diana' Earrings. Unfortunately, it's impossible to ID the hat from the limited photos available.

William and Kate have made the annual trip to the Highlands with Prince George and Princess Charlotte, who arrived at the Scottish royal retreat on Thursday.  On Saturday, the Queen and the Duchess of Cambridge were spotted driving to a picnic lunch with Prince William in the hills above Loch Muick on the estate.

The Duchess was casually dressed in what appears to be an olive green jacket or shawl collared sweater. She accessorized with her Really Wild Autumnal Partridge Scarf worn on Christmas Day 2014 and her leopard printed Alice band.

We will see Kate again on Friday when she joins Prince William at Stewards Academy in Essex as part of an engagement with Heads Together and Place2Be.

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Following yesterday's tour of Cornwall, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were expected to spend the full day touring the Isles of Scilly, an archipelago located just off the Cornish coast.  However, heavy fog delayed their travel plans and the Duke & Duchess had to amend their itinerary.

Instead, the royal couple spent the morning in Cornwall visiting the Eden Project, the world’s largest indoor rainforest.

It is a Multiple Greenhouse Complex dominated by two huge enclosures consisting of adjoining domes which emulate a natural biome. The biomes consist of hundreds of hexagonal and pentagonal, inflated, plastic cells supported by steel frames. The largest of the two biomes simulates a Rainforest environment and the second, a Mediterranean environment.

Kate made a surprising departure from her usual style today, wearing the GAP BI-Stretch Skinny Ankle Pants.

The cotton-blend ikat blue pants feature a shape-retaining bi-stretch weave; banded waist with belt loops; hook and bar closure, zip fly; front welt pockets with hidden zippers, rear welt pockets. The pants had an original price tag of £45 before going on sale for £19.

It's no secret that Kate is fond of polka dots and stripes, but could she also be developing an affinity for Ikat print? The Duchess first wore the pattern in the form of the DVF 'Patrice' wrap dress in 2014.

Today, Kate paired the trousers with her Smythe Navy One Button Blazer.

Under the jacket she wore a new off-white ribbed knit top.

Here we see the back of it (photo via @katemiddletonus).

The consensus is, the piece is the H&M Off-the-shoulder Rib-Knit Top based on @Linda_zinha suggestion.  As far as I can recall, this is the first occasion Kate has worn a piece by the Swedish multinational fast-fashion retailer.

The Duchess evidently packed light for this 2-day visit because she recycled the accessories she wore with yesterday's outfit. Kate teamed the ensemble with her comfy Monsoon 'Fleur' taupe suede wedges and trusty LK Bennett 'Natalie' straw clutch.

Kate also wore her beloved Sapphire & Diamond Oval Drop 'Diana' Earrings.

The weather cleared up after lunch so William and Kate were able to fulfill part of their planned schedule on the Isles.

They visited the Tresco Gardens and then the family business Scilly Flowers on St Martin’s, before a brief reception at the St Martin’s Community Hall.

Kate changed from the Monsoon 'Fleur' wedges to her Sebago Bala boat shoes once on St Martin's Island, and she also donned her Ray-Ban Folding Wayfarer sunglasses.

Here's a final look of Kate and William as they headed home.

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Today, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge began their mini-tour of the Cornish countryside.  The two-day trip to South West England marks the couple's first visit to projects in the Duchy of Cornwall, a private estate established in 1337 to fund the public, charitable and private activities of the Prince of Wales, also known as The Duke of Cornwall.  Prince William will inherit the Duchy of Cornwall, when his father, Prince Charles, becomes king. The duchy was created by King Edward III specifically to provide an income for the heir apparent.

Kate wowed the Cornwall crowds in a blush pink Lela Rose dress featuring her favorite fit-and-flare silhouette.

The Lela Rose Double Faced Twill Elbow Sleeve Dress is designed with body contouring seams and a band at the natural waist. Other features include half-sleeves and a soft pleated a-line skirt with a hemline that hits at the knee. The piece is from the label's Resort 2016 collection and had a price tag of US$1,295.

It is the second time Kate has worn a piece by the American designer. The Duchess first wore the brand to a reception on her last night in Australia back in 2014.

Kate teamed the midi dress with her comfy Monsoon 'Fleur' taupe suede wedges and trusty LK Bennett 'Natalie' straw clutch.

She accessorized with her Kiki Morganite cushion drop earrings and Cartier watch.

William and Kate's busy agenda opened with a visit to Truro, the Duchy’s only city. The royal couple visited Truro Cathedral, meeting civic dignitaries and cathedral representatives.  Whilst there, the pair  took part in the 'sign-a-slate' project in support of the cathedral's roof appeal.

Their next stop was Zebs Youth Centre, a drop-in centre which aims to inspire young people through creative activities, and offers support for mental well being. 

Following this, William and Kate popped in to Healeys Cyder Farm - an award winning Cornish Cyder producer and one of Cornwall's top attractions. After touring the warehouse and production hall, Kate got behind the bar and poured a pint of their signature cyder.

For their fourth engagement of the day, the Duke and Duchess visited Duchy of Cornwall development projects in Nansledan & Tregunnel Hill. The project provides thousands of new homes and jobs for the local community.

For this outdoor event, Kate popped on her beloved Ray-Ban Tortoise Folding Wayfarer Sunglasses.

Their day ended at the beach with a visit to The Wave Project, a group that helps young people combat mental health issues by teaching them to surf.

Tonight, the Duke and Duchess will stay overnight in Cornwall, ahead of tomorrow visit to the Isles of Scilly. The couple will enjoy a romantic night at Restormel Manor, a 500-year-old property owned by the Duchy.

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