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11.09.12

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge In Jenny Packham – Singapore Botanical Gardens Visit

The Duchess of Cambridge went for understated florals on an official visit to the Singapore Botanic Gardens earlier today.

For the first day of the Duke and Duchess’ nine-day Asian tour, she opted for a bespoke Jenny Packham silk twill De Gournay dress featuring hand-painted orchids.

Although this might not be my favourite look on the Duchess, I understand why she chose it. Singapore is famous for its orchids and Kate was at the gardens to see an exotic flower dedicated to Princes Diana.

The kimono-inspired bodice is also a nod to the Duke and Duchesses Jubilee tour plans.

Kate finished her look with pearl earring and nude L.K. Bennett pumps.

: Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge in Jenny Packham

: Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge in Jenny Packham

: Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge in Jenny Packham

: Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge in Jenny Packham

: Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge in Jenny Packham

: Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge in Jenny Packham

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Posted by Kate McAuley on September 11th, 2012 In: Catherine Duchess of Cambridge, Jenny Packham

13.08.12

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge In Whistles – 2012 Olympic Games Closing Ceremony

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge joined many VIP guests including Prime Minister David Cameron and his wife Samantha at the closing ceremony for the London 2012 Olympics on Sunday in London, England.

She donned a Whistles blue petal-print ‘Bella’ dress featuring elbow-length sleeves and a black waistband.

You may remember that Kate wore this same dress to the Jubilee Concert earlier this year.

A black satin clutch, minimal jewelry and glossy waves provided the finishing touches.

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Posted by Catherine Kallon on August 13th, 2012 In: Catherine Duchess of Cambridge

01.08.12

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge In Smythe & J Brand – 2012 London Olympic Games

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge has been showing her support for the British athletes, especially Zara Phillips, during the 2012 London Olympic Games.

In order to ensure all eyes are on the athletes, she stuck to a navy-and-white look/uniform on Monday and Tuesday.

She wore a Smythe blazer, which she first wore at Heathrow airport back in May last year, with J Brand ‘811’ mid-rise skinny jeans in navy twill.

Whilst she changed her white polo top from day one to a navy striped top for day two, she opted for the same Stuart Weitzman Corkswoon platform wedges on both days.

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Posted by Catherine Kallon on August 1st, 2012 In: Catherine Duchess of Cambridge, J Brand

31.07.12

Vanity Fair’s International Best-Dressed List

The Duchess of Cambridge has been voted one of Vanity Fair’s most stylish stars of 2012.

This may come as a surprise to many of you since you, like me, haven’t been that excited about a look from the Duchess since her wedding dress, her Jenny Packham gown from earlier this year or none of the above.

Catherine gets a cover to celebrate her Best Dressed status (quelle surprise) as does the charming Jessica Chastain who can also be a tad inconsistent on the red carpet.

You’ll be pleased to know that Diane Kruger, Lea Seydoux, Sheikha Moza Bint Nasser of Qatar, H.R.H Crown Princess Mary of Denmark, Charlotte Casiraghi, Princess Alexandra of Greece, Fan Bingbing, Ulyana Sergeenko, Poppy Delevigne and fashion model Elettra Wiedemann made the list.

Jay-Z, Tom Brady, Prince Harry and Eddie Redmayne get well-deserved spots on the list, with the head scratcher being Alicia Keys.

Sorry Alicia.

Click here to see the full list.

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Posted by Catherine Kallon on July 31st, 2012 In: Catherine Duchess of Cambridge, Magazines, Vanity Fair

30.07.12 Runway To Red Carpet

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge In Roksanda Ilincic – UK’s Creative Industries Reception

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge attended the UK’s Creative Industries Reception at the Royal Academy of Arts in London this evening, following a day of supporting Zara Phillips during her equestrian competition during the 2012 Olympics.

At this point we expect repeats from the Duchess, so you won’t be surprised to know that her Roksanda Ilincic Spring 2011 ‘Peridot’ dress has been worn once before.

The dove grey dress with a draped neckline, pleated front skirt and cinched in waist was thankfully styled with a new hairdo. Hallelujah.

The neat low bun is welcome change to her trademark flowing tresses.

Olympic ring-style Kiki McDonough earrings, grey suede LK Bennett pumps to match her dress and a sparkling clutch completed her look.

: Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge in Roksanda Ilincic

: Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge in Roksanda Ilincic

: Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge in Roksanda Ilincic

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Posted by Catherine Kallon on July 30th, 2012 In: Catherine Duchess of Cambridge, Roksanda Ilincic, Runway To Red Carpet

30.07.12

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge In Christopher Kane – 2012 Pre-Olympics Reception

Queen Elizabeth hosted a pre-Olympics reception at Buckingham Palace on Friday for Heads of State and Government prior to the opening ceremony.

I was excited to learn via Twitter that Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, wore Christopher Kane, but when I clicked through to the link, the picture I had conjured up in my head didn’t match the picture I saw in front of me.

The pale blue custom silk satin coat dress is very much what we expect from Kate – simple and event appropriate – but it‘s a world away from the edgy aesthetic which we associate with the Scottish designer Christopher Kane.

The single-breasted piece with long-sleeves, pockets and a belted waist is expertly tailored to give her a streamlined silhouette.

A nude box clutch and I’m guessing matching L.K. Bennett pumps completed her look.

I know many of you are constantly frustrated with the Duchess’ association with Alexander McQueen, so how do you feel about this look?

Should Kate stick to designers who suit her ladylike style aesthetic like Katherine Hooker and Emilia Wickstead or is she doing a good thing by introducing a wider audience to a designer like Christopher Kane?

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