It was a welcome relief to see some glamour and royalty last night as the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall and Cambridge hosted a state banquet at Buckingham Palace for South African President Cyril Ramaphosa.

For the occasion, Catherine, the Princess of Wales, donned an elegant white caped gown by Jenny Packham, adorned with shimmering beading and a boat neckline - definitely fit for a princess! And on her head was the Lover's Knot Tiara - one of her favourite pieces.

In her first state event as the Princess of Wales, Catherine wore the Lover's Knot tiara, a favourite of Princess Diana's, and a white Jenny Peckham gown. Credit: YouTube/The Royal Family Channel.

The tiara was originally commissioned for Queen Mary in 1913 from the House of Garrard and is crafted from diamonds and 19 hanging pearls set in silver and gold. It eventually belonged to Queen Elizabeth II who later lent it to Diana, Princess of Wales.

It was said to be one of the late princess's favourite tiaras, and after Diana's tragic passing, it was then given to Catherine when she married Prince William in 2011. Such a beautiful tribute to not only Diana but all royal women before her!

The Princess of Wales accessorised her look with two badges - one being the badge of the Royal Victorian Order, which she received from Queen Elizabeth II herself back in 2019. The second badge was the yellow Royal Family Order of Queen Elizabeth II which is bestowed upon female members of the British monarchy. Talk about regal!

The banquet is the first official state visit since King Charles III ascended the throne on September 8 following the death of his mother, and the first state banquet at Buckingham Palace since Donald and Melania Trump were received by Queen Elizabeth in 2019.

Key Takeaways

• Kate Middleton made her first official appearance as the Princess of Wales at a state banquet for President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa.
• She wore a white caped gown by Jenny Packham with the Lover's Knot Tiara. The tiara was originally commissioned for Queen Mary in 1913 and was a favourite of Princess Diana before being passed on to Catherine.
• Middleton also wore a pearl bracelet that belonged to the late Queen and two badges: the Royal Victorian Order and the Royal Family Order of Queen Elizabeth II.

It should come as no surprise that this wonderful appearance stunned thousands of people on the internet, with many describing the Princess as the 'most regal and graceful of them all'.

'Princess Kate will make an amazing Queen!' said one, while another went on to comment: 'Catherine never puts a foot wrong and is always well dressed for certain occasions like this one. But then again, she is a natural beauty.'

A third added, 'Sheer elegance, a true Princess of our hearts,' with a fourth saying, 'She is just breathtaking! She wears the term "Princess" very well. She has earned her title and continues to grow into the Queen. Bravo!'

Credit: The Royal Family Channel.​

It was lovely seeing some much-needed glamour again, and we can't wait until we can see more stately occasions taking place! Well, what do you think, folks? Let us know in the comments!

 

[Irene Anthony]

Absolutely stunning ! Such style and elegance

 

[Petra]

I wonder often how she stays so thin after 3 children? She is quite tall, but very thin. What she eats and when + exercise ?? They do eat "out" often, so how does she do that?

 

[debste]

If that was me I would be the size of a bus

 

[saggitarius14]

I'd be a double decker bus!

 

[Ricci]

Whilst I do think she is stunning I also think she has gone from slim to skinny, she certainly wouldn't want to lose any more weight or she would begin to look gaunt. She must be aware that she is a role model for many young girls so should be very conscious to keep to a healthy weight.

 

[adorableagnes]

It was a welcome relief to see some glamour and royalty last night as the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall and Cambridge hosted a state banquet at Buckingham Palace for South African President Cyril Ramaphosa.

For the occasion, Catherine, the Princess of Wales, donned an elegant white caped gown by Jenny Packham, adorned with shimmering beading and a boat neckline - definitely fit for a princess! And on her head was the Lover's Knot Tiara - one of her favourite pieces.

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In her first state event as the Princess of Wales, Catherine wore the Lover's Knot tiara, a favourite of Princess Diana's, and a white Jenny Peckham gown. Credit: YouTube/The Royal Family Channel.

The tiara was originally commissioned for Queen Mary in 1913 from the House of Garrard and is crafted from diamonds and 19 hanging pearls set in silver and gold. It eventually belonged to Queen Elizabeth II who later lent it to Diana, Princess of Wales.

It was said to be one of the late princess's favourite tiaras, and after Diana's tragic passing, it was then given to Catherine when she married Prince William in 2011. Such a beautiful tribute to not only Diana but all royal women before her!

The Princess of Wales accessorised her look with two badges - one being the badge of the Royal Victorian Order, which she received from Queen Elizabeth II herself back in 2019. The second badge was the yellow Royal Family Order of Queen Elizabeth II which is bestowed upon female members of the British monarchy. Talk about regal!

The banquet is the first official state visit since King Charles III ascended the throne on September 8 following the death of his mother, and the first state banquet at Buckingham Palace since Donald and Melania Trump were received by Queen Elizabeth in 2019.

Key Takeaways

• Kate Middleton made her first official appearance as the Princess of Wales at a state banquet for President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa.
• She wore a white caped gown by Jenny Packham with the Lover's Knot Tiara. The tiara was originally commissioned for Queen Mary in 1913 and was a favourite of Princess Diana before being passed on to Catherine.
• Middleton also wore a pearl bracelet that belonged to the late Queen and two badges: the Royal Victorian Order and the Royal Family Order of Queen Elizabeth II.

It should come as no surprise that this wonderful appearance stunned thousands of people on the internet, with many describing the Princess as the 'most regal and graceful of them all'.

'Princess Kate will make an amazing Queen!' said one, while another went on to comment: 'Catherine never puts a foot wrong and is always well dressed for certain occasions like this one. But then again, she is a natural beauty.'

A third added, 'Sheer elegance, a true Princess of our hearts,' with a fourth saying, 'She is just breathtaking! She wears the term "Princess" very well. She has earned her title and continues to grow into the Queen. Bravo!'

Credit: The Royal Family Channel.​

It was lovely seeing some much-needed glamour again, and we can't wait until we can see more stately occasions taking place! Well, what do you think, folks? Let us know in the comments!

Why is it that every time The Princess of Wales wears something that Diana wore it's always called a "secret message" could it not just be that she wears these things because she likes them?

 

[Nana Zorak]

She was always a beautiful woman, now she can shine as she should. Just stunning!

 

[annvic]

So ---- whats the secret message? Message from whom? QE2 from the grave telling her to wear the Lovers Knot tiara? Message from the Kitchen - there's a cheesecake ready to take home to binge on? Yah - really secret !!

 

[terri]

I wonder often how she stays so thin after 3 children? She is quite tall, but very thin. What she eats and when + exercise ?? They do eat "out" often, so how does she do that?

I think she has great genes. Her mother is quite thin too. And her sister. Luck of the draw.

 

[Gaena]

I wonder often how she stays so thin after 3 children? She is quite tall, but very thin. What she eats and when + exercise ?? They do eat "out" often, so how does she do that?

I may be wrong and would be happy to admit it but I think that Kate belongs to that rare form of humans who are naturally slim/thin It is easily proven by the size of the wrist in comparison to Ordinary humans, like the rest of us!!

 

[JayKay]

Kate is an honour to the Royals.
She is an honour to her family.
Long may she live!

 

[Nardia]

The Princess o Wales is indeed a beautiful women who is a wonderful member of the Royal Family who knows how to behave with respect & warmth to people from all walks of life. A wonderful asset fo King Charles & the Commonwealth..

 

[Ian1]

It was a welcome relief to see some glamour and royalty last night as the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall and Cambridge hosted a state banquet at Buckingham Palace for South African President Cyril Ramaphosa.

For the occasion, Catherine, the Princess of Wales, donned an elegant white caped gown by Jenny Packham, adorned with shimmering beading and a boat neckline - definitely fit for a princess! And on her head was the Lover's Knot Tiara - one of her favourite pieces.

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In her first state event as the Princess of Wales, Catherine wore the Lover's Knot tiara, a favourite of Princess Diana's, and a white Jenny Peckham gown. Credit: YouTube/The Royal Family Channel.

The tiara was originally commissioned for Queen Mary in 1913 from the House of Garrard and is crafted from diamonds and 19 hanging pearls set in silver and gold. It eventually belonged to Queen Elizabeth II who later lent it to Diana, Princess of Wales.

It was said to be one of the late princess's favourite tiaras, and after Diana's tragic passing, it was then given to Catherine when she married Prince William in 2011. Such a beautiful tribute to not only Diana but all royal women before her!

The Princess of Wales accessorised her look with two badges - one being the badge of the Royal Victorian Order, which she received from Queen Elizabeth II herself back in 2019. The second badge was the yellow Royal Family Order of Queen Elizabeth II which is bestowed upon female members of the British monarchy. Talk about regal!

The banquet is the first official state visit since King Charles III ascended the throne on September 8 following the death of his mother, and the first state banquet at Buckingham Palace since Donald and Melania Trump were received by Queen Elizabeth in 2019.

Key Takeaways

• Kate Middleton made her first official appearance as the Princess of Wales at a state banquet for President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa.
• She wore a white caped gown by Jenny Packham with the Lover's Knot Tiara. The tiara was originally commissioned for Queen Mary in 1913 and was a favourite of Princess Diana before being passed on to Catherine.
• Middleton also wore a pearl bracelet that belonged to the late Queen and two badges: the Royal Victorian Order and the Royal Family Order of Queen Elizabeth II.

It should come as no surprise that this wonderful appearance stunned thousands of people on the internet, with many describing the Princess as the 'most regal and graceful of them all'.

'Princess Kate will make an amazing Queen!' said one, while another went on to comment: 'Catherine never puts a foot wrong and is always well dressed for certain occasions like this one. But then again, she is a natural beauty.'

A third added, 'Sheer elegance, a true Princess of our hearts,' with a fourth saying, 'She is just breathtaking! She wears the term "Princess" very well. She has earned her title and continues to grow into the Queen. Bravo!'

Credit: The Royal Family Channel.​

It was lovely seeing some much-needed glamour again, and we can't wait until we can see more stately occasions taking place! Well, what do you think, folks? Let us know in the comments!

Thumbs up for Kate. She definitely is a natural beauty, and William has done well. They are a wonderful pair and, not that I’m very likely to see it in my time, but they will make a splendid King and Queen. That should renew interest and recognition of the royal house.