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Royal Tour Day 1, Sweden: Kate goes for gold in Erdem floral gown at Embassy dinner

30/1/2018

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Following a busy start to the royal visit to Sweden, the Duke and Duchess Cambridge concluded their first day in Stockholm with a black tie dinner at the Residence of the British Ambassador.
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Kate opted for a bold choice, wearing the Erdem 'Stephanie' floral-printed silk-crepe de chine gown in a gold hue (ID by @HeavenLM‏). The pattern is from Erdem's Fall 2017 collection which was heavily influenced by the designer's Turkish roots. The 'Stephanie' gown is traced with ruffles and has bracelet-cut bell sleeves. It is finished with a self-tie belt at the waist.
Erdem Stephanie floral-printed silk-crepe de chine gown. Fall 2017 collection
The US$2,695 dress is no longer available in the metallic tone, but the 'Stephanie' style was reissued this season in a black floral print. It is currently available at My Theresa, Matches Fashion, Selfridges, Barneys New York, and the The Modist.
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The Duchess swept her brunette locks back into a low chignon and offset it with the Collingwood diamond and pearl drop earrings from Princess Diana's private collection.
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On her wrist we also see Princess Diana's three-string pearl bracelet by Nigel Milne.
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Kate picked up on the deep red accents in the floral print and opted to accessorize with burgundy pumps (possibly her Gianvito Rossi Royale Burgundy Suede Pumps) and a matching clutch.
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The suede minaudiere appears to have an embellished frame and faceted clasp. I believe it is the Jimmy Choo 'Celeste' crystal-embellished suede clutch (US$1,495).
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Jimmy Choo 'Celeste' crystal-embellished suede clutch

​Day 2 of the royal visit will focus on Sweden's pioneering work in the field of mental health and children's wellbeing. In the afternoon, William and Kate will visit one of Sweden's leading department stores – NK – to open an interactive exhibition of UK design, fashion and brands that operate in Sweden.  From NK, the royal couple will travel to Haga Palace, Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel's official residence, for a private tea. On their last evening in Stockholm, The Duke and Duchess will attend an event at the Fotografiska Gallery, which at night boasts glittering views over Stockholm.
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Bertie
1/2/2018 01:59:35 am

My goodness but there's been a lot of noise about this one. These mixed-vintage floral designs have been doing the rounds since appearing on catwalks two winters ago and there's hardly an A-lister that hasn't tried one.

But it seems few have adjusted their fashion lenses to focus on it. For myself it's stunning. The colours on that print are superb, electric blue and rosy red on that edgy yellow gold are superb. By mixed-vintage I mean the bodice is pure Edwardian and the ruffle neck very flattering to Kate especially with the updo. The only period I know of which did tiered ruffles in a big way was 1970s/80s. In Edwardian times I'd have thought they might have been confined to petticoats only.

The extra details confuse a lot of people when a cluttered attic-chic look is what is being aimed for. For me Kate pulls it off beautifully, and the picture of her head and shoulders when seated is one of the best I've seen of her.

The fullness and flounces complement Kate's pregnancy nicely and the wonderful silk fabric copes effortlessly with even the extra small ruffles at the top of the bottom tier. The only tow things I could have any quibble over would be that the pearls are a bit pallid against the opulent colours and a tie belt is not brilliant with a bump. But Kate gets away with it as far as I'm concerned.

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Karen
28/10/2018 03:29:48 pm

This is not a pretty gown. :O

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Tammy Harris
29/11/2019 06:11:03 pm

I don't care for this but then again I don't get out much!

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Tammy Harris
13/5/2021 04:42:30 pm

Another WTF dress moment. It's just too busy.

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