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Kate Middleton was a vision of elegance this week, donning crimson and diamonds for a state banquet held in honour of French president Emmanuel Macron and his wife. The occasion saw the Princess of Wales opting for a sweeping floor-length silk gown by Sarah Burton for Givenchy. A British designer for a French label – an apt symbol for the diplomatic occasion.
The red evening gown featured a belted waist and floor length cape which cascaded over Middleton’s shoulders. A matching red clutch, and black pointed toe shoes complemented the piece.
The most notable accessories, however, were the stunning royal heirlooms worn by the Princess.
First, the Lover’s Knot Tiara, famously a favourite of her late mother-in-law, Princess Diana. The sparkling heirloom, made up of 19 hanging pearls, has also become a favourite of Middleton’s since she debuted it in 2015, becoming her most worn tiara. Along with the headpiece, she donned a Nigel Milne three-strand pearl bracelet, which once belonged to Princess Diana, as well as the Greville Chandlier Earrings, which were originally given to the late Queen Elizabeth II as a wedding gift.
Alongside her, Prince William wore a crisp navy tuxedo with a white bowtie. The pair also both wore their royal sashes as well as several royal badges.
This dinner doesn’t mark Middleton’s first foray into French fashion and heirloom pieces for the French President and his wife’s visit. Earlier in the same day, at their arrival, Middleton stepped out in a pale pink Dior blazer and matching mesh and tulle skirt. For this occasion, she accessorised with a Jess Collet straw hat and nude pumps, as well as her well-worn Collingwood pearl drop earrings, once again belonging to Diana, and a three-strand pearl necklace from Queen Elizabeth II’s collection.
If the first day of this three-day visit is anything to go by, we are sure to see more sartorial prowess on display by the Princess, with symbolic choices alluding to both countries, as well as the royal family.
