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Duchess Kate commemorates Holocaust Memorial Day

27/1/2020

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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge attended the UK Holocaust Memorial Day Commemorative Ceremony at Central Hall in Westminster today. This year marks the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau.
Duke and Duchess of Cambridge attend the UK Holocaust Memorial Day Commemorative Ceremony at Central Hall in Westminster January 2020
© Kensington Palace
Kate wore her bespoke grey Catherine Walker dress, first seen on an outing with The Queen in March last year.
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The Duchess carried her black velvet Jimmy Choo 'Celeste' clutch, and on her feet were her black suede Gianvito Rossi  pumps.
black velvet Jimmy Choo 'Celeste' clutch
Gianvito Rossi 'Gianvito 105' Black Suede Pumps
Kate completed the look with her Cassandra Goad Cavolfiore Pearl Stud Earrings.
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Cassandra Goad Cavolfiore Pearl Stud Earrings

To commemorate the anniversary, The Duchess of Cambridge has taken portraits of two Holocaust survivors with their grandchildren.
Portrait of Holocaust survivor Steven Frank taken by Duchess of Cambridge
The images depict the connection between a survivor and younger generations of their family, who will carry the legacy of their grandparents.  The portraits will be part of a new exhibition which will open later this year, bringing together 75 powerful images of survivors and their family members to mark 75 years since the end of the Holocaust.
Portrait of Holocaust survivor Yvonne Bernstein taken by Duchess of Cambridge
Kensington Palace also shared behind-the-scenes photos of the Duchess when she met Holocaust survivors Steven Frank and Yvonne Bernstein ahead of the photo shoot at Kensington Palace.
Duchess of Cambridge meets Holocaust survivors for portrait shoot
© Kensington Palace
Duchess of Cambridge meets Holocaust survivors for portrait shoot
© Kensington Palace
Duchess of Cambridge meets Holocaust survivors for portrait shoot
© Kensington Palace

In the above photos, the Duchess is wearing a plaid midi skirt with a black turtleneck top.  The skirt is the Gucci pleated checked wool-twill midi skirt.   A big thanks to Georgie’s Mum for the ID.
Gucci pleated checked wool-twill midi skirt

The only other identifiable pieces are her tweed J.Crew Avery Heels and  Daniella Draper Personalised Gold Midnight Moon Necklace.
tweed J.Crew Avery Heels
Daniella Draper Personalised Gold Midnight Moon Necklace

While it may seem frivolousness to comment on Kate's clothing for today's sombre commemorations, this blog is solely dedicated to cataloging Kate's sartorial choices. I hope this causes no offense.

- Elizabeth xo
11 Comments
Sybill
28/1/2020 05:27:13 am

Skirt ID by @georgies.mum (IG) seems to be by Gucci (still available in limited sized on net-a-porter).
Lovely greetings from Sybill

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Jessica
28/1/2020 05:43:21 am

I love this look and wish there was a photo in color.

I think these pictures are beautiful and this is a wonderful idea. I am so glad they have found a way for Kate to do something she is very obviously passionate about in service of the Queen.

This would be a great week for all of us to read (or reread) the works of survivors..primo Levi, Eli Wiesel, etc. never forget.

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Abbey
28/1/2020 08:51:06 am

How wonderful, todays event just show how both William and Catherine understand the importance of duty. The photos are amazing how special and what a wonderful connection through the art of photography . I like Catherine repeating her clothes its always nice and it great to see how she mixes them up.

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Georgie’s Mum
28/1/2020 09:17:04 am

I found the skirt she’s wearing.
https://t.co/af0vXkf3fK?amp=1

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Catherine
28/1/2020 11:30:33 am

Thank you, Elizabeth, for your thoughtfulness in you closing notes. It is somber day and hopefully we will find it within us to overcome any hatred and prejudices towards other communities, nationalities or religions.

The Duchess of Cambridge's photos are really beautiful and skillful. She is an elegant example to follow.

Very best,
c

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Ji
28/1/2020 01:02:25 pm

Kate’s a class act.

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Ava Pittman
28/1/2020 03:27:55 pm

A wonderful service at the Commemorative Ceremony, very thought provoking and sombre. The Duke and Duchess did marvellously. The repeat of her dress was perfect for this occasion. She looked understated but elegant. These pictures are superb, the Duchess has found her niche and is really shining right now. Well done.

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Fani
28/1/2020 04:48:52 pm

The skirt identification isn't correct. The tartan is different and the pleats do not start from the line of the waist but further down.

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Elizabeth (Admin)
28/1/2020 05:17:10 pm

Fani, the check pattern is a match and the pleats on the Gucci skirt do start further down around the hips x

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Bertie
29/1/2020 01:22:47 pm

I'm not a fan of check shoes against a check skirt, but then Kate wasn't dressing for the public here, but was relatively informal in her own home. The skirt looks stunning, I hope we see it again sometime. Kate's portraits are first quality, and seem like a step further on from the ones she took in Pakistan. A woman of many talents.

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Karen
30/1/2020 07:48:57 am

Love her CW dress especially with dark hose.

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