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Daily Mail
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Kate Middleton channels Princess Diana at Trooping the Colour - with striking nod to her late mother-in-law's memorable 1992 look
The Princess of Wales paid a poignant tribute to Princess Diana at Trooping the Colour yesterday, donning a striking white and turquoise coat dress by the late royal's favourite designer - and echoing one of her most memorable looks from the early '90s. Royal watchers were quick to draw comparisons between Kate's refined ensemble and the tailored Catherine Walker suit worn by Prince William 's mother during her official visit to New Delhi in 1992. Both outfits featured the same crisp white and turquoise colour palette and sleek silhouette, evoking the timeless elegance that defined Diana's style legacy. Catherine Walker was a go-to fashion house for her, and the Princess of Wales has followed suit in recent years, regularly stepping out in bespoke pieces from the British label. The designer's enduring link to the royal family and its polished aesthetic makes it a natural choice for Kate. The visual tribute didn't stop at the clothing. In a detail that delighted royal fans, Kate also opted for a cherished accessory with a storied royal provenance - the Bahrain pearl drop earrings, originally gifted to the then-Princess Elizabeth in 1947 by the Hakim of Bahrain as a wedding present. The jewellery, which feature a diamond stud and suspended Art Deco-style diamonds ending in two Bahrain-sourced pearls, has become a symbol of royal continuity across generations. Diana was the first to wear the earrings after the Queen, having borrowed them as early as 1982 - a year after she herself became a royal bride. She often paired them with the Queen Mary's Lover's Knot Tiara, a piece now closely associated with the Princess of Wales, who continues to wear the tiara at formal state occasions. Kate has worn the pearl earrings several times since Queen Elizabeth II's passing in 2022, signalling both personal respect and royal tradition. 'Pearls are one of the very few jewellery items you can wear in mourning and are inextricably linked with Queen Elizabeth and her personal jewellery legacy,' royal jewellery expert Bethan Holt previously told People. The nod to both Diana and the late Queen was widely interpreted as a deliberate gesture, designed to underline the Princess of Wales's role as a bridge between the monarchy's past and future. Kate's decision to wear Catherine Walker for such a high-profile event was no surprise. She has often gravitated towards the label's sleek tailoring and understated colour palettes, much like Diana before her. One of the most notable early examples came in 1987, when Diana coordinated in a matching Catherine Walker look with a young Prince William for an Easter Sunday service. Now, nearly four decades later, William stood alongside his wife as she paid homage to the mother-in-law she never met but whose influence continues to shape her public image. The designer was one of Diana's favourites, and has now become a go-to for her daughter-in-law Kate And Princess Charlotte joined her mother in paying tribute to Queen Elizabeth. Kate's only daughter rewore a brooch she first wore to her great-grandmother's funeral. The young royal, ten, pinned the historic Diamond Horseshoe brooch to the front of her light blue dress for her grandfather King Charles's birthday parade. The brooch, which has been in the Royal Family for generations, had been a gift from her 'Gan-Gan' the Queen, and was a fitting nod to Her Majesty's love of horses. Trooping the Colour is one of the most significant ceremonial events in the royal calendar. Dating back to the 17th century, the annual parade marks the Sovereign's official birthday and showcases the full spectacle of British pageantry. The event features over 1,400 soldiers, 200 horses, and 400 musicians, culminating in a Royal Air Force flypast watched by senior royals from the Buckingham Palace balcony. More than just a spectacle, Trooping the Colour serves as a public reaffirmation of the monarchy's continuity and presence - a role Kate is increasingly stepping into with grace and poise.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kate Middleton's 2025 Trooping the Color Look Nails Sophisticated Summer Dressing
Catherine, Princess of Wales, better known as Kate Middleton, looked so chic and sophisticated while joining the Royal Family at this year's Trooping the Colour event; and honored two women of the royal family with her look. As many saw, Kate stepped out for the annual celebration of the monarch's official state birthday, joining King Charles III and the extended Royal Family for a parade and on the balcony at Buckingham Palace for an RAF flypast. More from SheKnows Why Kate Middleton Is No Longer Wearing Her Engagement Ring That Belonged to Princess Diana Kate wowed in an aqua coatdress set that was from Catherine Walker, also known as Princess Diana's go-to designer. Along with that, she honored the late Queen Elizabeth II by rewearing the Bahrain Pearl Earrings, which were Elizabeth's favorite. Kate has worn them numerous times since 2016, including at Elizabeth's funeral. So she had not one, but two tributes for the big day! The Duchess of Cambridge was joined by her husband, Prince William, and their three children—Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis. Ahead of the event, it was reported that Charlotte was assigned the duty of keeping her younger sibling, Louis, in check. The young prince is known for his wild antics, which we love every year, so we're sure his mom was glad of the help! Middleton has been attending Trooping the Colour since 2011, the year she married William. Last year's appearance was particularly special as it marked her return to public duties after taking a six-month hiatus during which she revealed she was undergoing treatment for cancer. 'I'm looking forward to attending the King's Birthday Parade this weekend with my family and hope to join a few public engagements over the summer, but equally knowing I am not out of the woods yet,' Middleton wrote in a letter ahead of the 2024 event. 'I am learning how to be patient, especially with uncertainty. Taking each day as it comes, listening to my body, and allowing myself to take this much-needed time to heal.' After finishing her treatment, Middleton no doubt attended this year's Trooping the Colour in a great headspace, and the photos proved it! Before you go, click to see the best photos of the royal family at Trooping the Colour over the years. Best of SheKnows Every Look Kate Middleton Has Worn to Trooping the Colour Since 2011 The Quickest Breakups in 'Bachelor' & 'Bachelorette' History 39 Best Photos of the Royal Family at Trooping the Colour
