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Daily Mirror
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Princess Kate declares this colour the wedding guest dress shade of the season
Butter yellow is arguably the biggest colour trend of not just last year but this year, too, and its pastel, buttery hue lends itself perfectly to spring/summer dressing., especially wedding guest dressing. And its just been approved by none other that Kate Middleton herself. When it comes to timeless elegance with a modern twist, Princess Kate rarely misses. She knows just how to nail a trend without making it seem like a fad. And her recent appearance at The King's Garden Party at Buckingham Palace in a gorgeous buttery yellow dress proved just that. Kate has confirmed that this hue is fast becoming the colour for spring and summer weddings. Forget bold brights or dusty pinks, this year, it's all about understated sunshine tones that feel fresh, fun and light. GAP teams up with Meghan Markle-loved brand for luxe-for-less summer range with pieces from £35 Can you wear red to a wedding? Guest dressing style rules to follow this summer And the beauty of butter yellow is that it is a universally flattering colour. Even if you think this tone won't work for you, you're likely to find a hue that will. If you've got a summer wedding coming up, we suggest taking some style tips from Kate and trying out a butter yellow dress, so we've rounded up our favourites on the high street that work for all ages. Available for £120 here This stylish midi from Nobody's Child features a flattering empire waistline, which can help to balance the silhouette and elongate the torso. The puff sleeves and feminine bow detail at the back add an extra touch of glam and drama to the simple dress shape. What we love so much about this buttery dress is its versatility and how it's suitable for all occasions, from weddings to the races and a summer dinner party. To style this, try a pair of platform heels (if you're looking to add some extra height) or a pair of mules, along with some gold jewellery and a grab bag for an occasion-ready outfit. Available for £62 here If you want to channel Andie Anderson in 'How to Lose A Guy in 10 Days', this is the dress to do it in. Satin dresses are always on trend for weddings, and we love how the trendy halter neck makes it slightly different from some of the strappy or cowl neck slip dresses we see a lot of. This is also a great option if you don't enjoy having your chest or decolletage out. At under £70, it definitely won't break the bank. Available for £119 here Prefer to keep your arms covered up? No problem, this Coast dress is more modest that some other wedding guest dresses around, you can even pin the neckline higher up if you want even more elegant twist design at the front is so flattering and successfully conceals any lumps and bumps you may not want to be showing. While the full-length sleeves with a subtle flare help to elongate the arms and provide a beautiful shape. Available for £169 here If you're heading to a destination wedding abroad or a more casual wedding, a linen dress could be your best bet. Of course, this material immediately makes your outfit look more relaxed. However, linen clothing is always a good idea in the summertime. It will keep you cool and breezy throughout the warmer months, and not only is this Phase Eight linen dress functional, it's so stylish.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Prince William Meets Boy Who Finally Made It to a Garden Party After Missing It Last Year Due to Traffic
Ten-year-old Tony Hudgell missed last year's Buckingham Palace garden party when he got stuck in traffic on the way there, but the palace made it up to him by inviting him to tea with Queen Camilla This year, Hudgell was invited to the garden party once more and arrived in time to meet Prince William In a photo taken at the May 20 garden party, William bent down to shake Hudgell's handPrince William met a very special guest at today's Buckingham Palace garden party. The Prince of Wales, 42, shared a sweet moment with 10-year-old Tony Hudgell at the May 20 event in London, bending down to shake the boy's hand. Hudgell finally got to experience a garden party after missing a similar event last year because he got stuck in traffic. Hudgell is a double amputee whose foundation raises money for children affected by physical, emotional or psychological abuse. While traveling to this year's party, Hudgell's mother, Paula Hudgell, posted to X, "On our way to The King's Garden Party! What a glorious day for it — we can't wait to meet so many wonderful & inspiring people. Tony is so excited to be heading back to the Palace!" The update was a happier one than the message Paula posted before a 2024 garden party when she shared that she and Tony had been trapped in traffic for two hours and wouldn't 'be making the King's Garden Party." However, her post caught the eye of the Royal Family's official X account, which offered another invite to Tony. 'Sorry to hear this, Tony! We were looking forward to seeing you too,' they replied at the time. 'Fancy trying again another day? Leave it with us… @paula_hudgell.' Weeks later, Tony was treated to tea with Queen Camilla in June 2024, who also hosted Lyla O'Donovan, a girl diagnosed with a rare brain tumor who raised funds for ill children and missed a May 2024 garden party due to health issues. During their visit, the children and their families watched the Changing of the Guard and joined Queen Camilla in the garden's Summer House at Buckingham Palace. Later, they were taken on a private tour of the Royal Mews. Queen Camilla also honored Tony with a British Empire Medal (BEM) after his nomination in the 2024 New Year Honours. Paula said after the visit that Tony "chatted to the Queen as if they were old friends, and she was lovely with him, and [it was] an exceptionally very proud moment when the Queen gave Tony his BEM." She added, "We would like to thank everyone who made this one of the most memorable days we will ever have." Can't get enough of PEOPLE's Royals coverage? to get the latest updates on Kate Middleton, Meghan Markle and more! This year's garden party marks an exciting day for Princess Kate, 43. She cohosted the event with Prince William in her first garden party appearance since 2023, as she did not attend last year's parties amid her cancer treatment. Other guests at this year's event included William's cousins Princess Eugenie and Zara Tindall, plus King Charles' brother and sister-in-law Prince Edward and Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh as well as the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester. The royal family members stood on the steps of the palace after arriving while the national anthem, "God Save The King," played, then moved to the lawn to greet their guests, who were invited in recognition of their public service. The garden party featured a menu of tea, mini cakes and sandwiches. Read the original article on People
