Kate Middleton‘s latest public appearance has raised eyebrows among royal watchers.
Kate honored her late mother-in-law, Princess Diana, while hosting the season’s first royal garden party alongside Prince William. The Princess of Wales paid a subtle tribute to the beloved royal icon by incorporating meaningful accessories closely associated with Diana into her elegant ensemble.
How Did Kate Middleton Pay Tribute to Princess Diana?
Prince William and Kate Middleton shared an Instagram reel from their first garden party of the season, where the Princess of Wales was seen wearing one of Diana’s most beloved pieces of jewelry. People Magazine reported that Kate donned Diana’s triple-strand pearl bracelet for the event.
Along with the bracelet, Kate wore the late Queen Elizabeth’s Bahrain Pearl Drop Earrings. The elegant pieces added a timeless look to her overall outfit, and provided a subtle link to two significant women in the royal family.
The heirloom jewelry accented the royal’s black-and-white Self-Portrait brand dress, reported Town & Country. The Cream 3D Flower Polka Dot Midi Dress’s top has a flower corsage attached. Kate paired it with a wide-brimmed hat accented with black tulle.
GettyAdditionally, British Vogue reported that Princess Diana frequently wore polka dots throughout the 1980s and 1990s. In 1998, she wore a pattern that closely resembled Kate’s garden party look to Royal Ascot. However, sometimes she took a more bold stand, like a red and white ensemble worn during a Japan visit.
Along with the queen’s earrings and Diana’s bracelet, Kate wore her engagement ring, a Princess of Wales heirloom. The 12-carat oval Ceylon sapphire surrounded by 14 solitaire diamonds, set in 18-karat white gold, is always on her finger, paired with a simple Welsh gold wedding band.
Royal Watchers Are Buzzing Over Kate Middleton’s Latest Fashion Look
GettyIn the comments section of the Prince and Princess of Wales’ Instagram post, royal watchers shared their thoughts about Kate Middleton’s latest fashion look. They also shared remarks about the annual event’s significance.
The post’s caption read, “Welcoming guests from across the UK to Buckingham Palace for yesterday’s Garden Party. Recognizing their contributions to public service, charitable work, and to their communities. Hearing from attendees on what the day means to them, and celebrating their achievements and the impact they are making.”
One follower posted, “Excellent to hear from these inspirational people. We need more focus on the positive people in our society.”
“She looks so elegant, like our late queen and her mother-in-law,” shared a second follower. A third fan agreed, “Kate is always effortlessly stunning. She always knows how to represent the royal family with grace.”
According to the royal family’s official website, garden parties are a legacy event. Typically, these events are held throughout the warmer months for guests to enjoy the palace grounds.
“Over the course of each year, over 30,000 guests are invited to spend a relaxed summer afternoon in the beautiful gardens of Buckingham Palace or the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Garden Parties are an important way for members of the Royal Family to speak to a broad range of people from all walks of life, all of whom have made a positive impact in their community,” the website explains.
The dress code requires gentlemen to “wear morning dress or lounge suits, while women wear day dress, usually with hats or fascinators. National dress and uniform are also often worn.”
