Kate in a mix of old and new on Day 1 of Denmark visit

The Duchess of Cambridge arrived in Copenhagen this afternoon for a two-day working visit with The Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood. 

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On arrival, The Duchess was greeted by the British Ambassador to Denmark, Emma Hopkins who shared this photo on her official Twitter account.

Credit: UK Embassy in Denmark

The trip is designed to foster knowledge about Denmark's strategy to early childhood development.  The Scandinavian country is a beacon of best practice in its approach to the early years, with a culture which prioritises the best start in life.

Credit: Kensington Palace

Kate's first stop was the University of Copenhagen where she learnt about the Copenhagen Infant Mental Health Project, a research program that promotes mental well being of children and their parents.

In Denmark, they provide a vital two-step process to identify infants who are at risk of adverse social and emotional development.

Identifying these risks early can have positive lifelong impacts, which is why these approaches are so important. pic.twitter.com/HmwuDJ2vSI

— The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (@KensingtonRoyal) February 22, 2022

For her second and final engagement of the day, Kate visited the PlayLab - a collaboration between six university colleges in Denmark and the LEGO Foundation with an ambitious vision to strengthen children’s creative, experimental and playful approach to the world.  The Duchess clearly enjoyed touring the facility!

Playful learning inside the PlayLab □□ pic.twitter.com/4F4cMWV5Fi

— The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (@KensingtonRoyal) February 22, 2022

KATE'S OUTFIT

JACKET: Zara Textured Double-Breasted Blazer in red (repeat).

TOP: NEW! ME+EM Frill Collar Cardigan Layering Top in Fresh White (£75). ID by @Innominate.

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TROUSERS: Roland Mouret 'Axon' Side Zip Wide Leg Pant in Black (repeat).

HANDBAGS: Kate arrived carrying her black Smythson Panama East West Zip Tote and later carried her Aspinal of London Black Croc Midi Mayfair Bag for the engagements.

Smythson Panama East West Zip Tote

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Aspinal of London Black Croc Midi Mayfair Bag

SHOES: Gianvito Rossi 'Piper' 85 Pumps in Black Suede (repeat).

EARRINGS: NEW! Maria Black 'Cha Cha' Earrings in gold (€150 each/€300 pair).  ID by @parkysprincess.

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NECKLACE: NEW!  Monica Vinader Vintage Chain Pearl Necklace (£265).  ID by @bychristineross.

​Tomorrow, The Duchess will be received by Queen Margrethe of Denmark for a luncheon at Amalienborg, and later she will have an afternoon engagement with Crown Princess Mary.