Kate Middleton Broke Royal Tradition As She Stuns In Alexander McQueen Dress At Coronation

Kate Middleton Broke Royal Tradition As She Stuns In Alexander McQueen Dress At Coronation

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Prince William was joined by the Princess of Wales at the King’s Coronation, where she commanded attention with her stunning ivory Alexander McQueen dress. Kate Middleton indeed broke Royal protocol with the unconventional outfit and more interestingly, the mom-of-three also forgo a tiara. 

The Princess of Wales instead opted for a Jess Collett x Alexander McQueen Headpiece, embellished with silver bullion, crystal, and leaf embroidery in silver threadwork.

Kate Middleton Broke Royal Tradition As She Stuns In Alexander McQueen Dress At Coronation
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Upon her arrival in London, Kate, 41, looked elegant in the beautiful ivory silk crepe gown that featured silver embroidery with motifs of roses, thistles, daffodils, and shamrocks, representing four nations. Also, the Princess paid a heartfelt tribute to her late mother-in-law with a pair of pearl and diamond earrings that once belonged to Diana.

Kate Middleton Broke Royal Tradition As She Stuns In Alexander McQueen Dress At Coronation
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Kate equally showed her respect for the late Queen by accessorizing with The George VI Festoon Necklace. 

Kate Middleton Broke Royal Tradition As She Stuns In Alexander McQueen Dress At Coronation
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The necklace was originally presented to then Princess Elizabeth as a gift from her father, King George VI. You’ll agree that Kate has a history of selecting designs by Alexander McQueen for significant moments in her life, including choosing creative director Sarah Burton for her wedding gown. Princess Diana cherished the earrings, which she wore on multiple occasions, including royal tours of Australia, Canada, and Italy. 

Kate Middleton Broke Royal Tradition As She Stuns In Alexander McQueen Dress At Coronation
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The earrings of Prince Diana boast a round diamond stud with an additional round diamond and a bell cap that features three rows of small diamonds, each adorned with a pearl drop.

Kate Middleton Broke Royal Tradition As She Stuns In Alexander McQueen Dress At Coronation
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Diana had worn the earrings even before she became Princess of Wales, after receiving them as a gift from Collingwood. During her 1985 US tour, Diana wore them with a lacy white gown and the Lover’s Knot tiara for a gala dinner at the British Embassy. Kate has also worn the earrings on various occasions, including for her 40th birthday portrait and at the Queen’s funeral in September.

Kate Middleton Broke Royal Tradition As She Stuns In Alexander McQueen Dress At Coronation
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