On Tuesday evening, the Princess of Wales stole the show at the state banquet held at Buckingham Palace in South African President Cyril Ramaphosa’s honour.
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The banquet marks a significant milestone in Kate and William's royal career; it's their very first as the Prince and Princess of Wales – and royal fans were eagerly anticipating what Kate chose to wear. They were certainly not disappointed! The Princess always looks sensational, but this look was even more glamorous than usual.
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The 40-year-old donned the glittering Lover's Knot tiara which went perfectly with her jaw-dropping Jenny Packham 'Elspeth' dress which was white and came adorned with sequins.
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The style, which was from 2021, could be worn as a wedding dress - it even features on the Jenny Packham bridal Instagram account.
© Photo: Getty ImagesKate looked show-stopping in her tiara and Jenny Packham gown
Kate also wore the Royal Family Order, and the GCVO Star and Sash.
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Kate also wore a bracelet belonging to the Late Queen and earrings belonging to the late Diana, Princess of Wales.
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The mother-of-three was out earlier that day and changed from her show-stopping outfit she donned in the morning.
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Whilst meeting the South African President, Kate looked immaculate for the poignant occasion, braving the chilly autumn weather in an elegant tailored coat from Emilia Wickstead.
© Photo: Getty ImagesKate looked beyond dreamy in white
The royal's silhouette-skimming coat was crafted from rich burgundy wool, which she paired perfectly with sleek pointed-toe heels and the Princess of Wales' feather brooch - a royal heirloom gifted to the late Princess Diana when she married Prince Charles in 1981.
© Photo: Getty ImagesKate wearing her burgundy coat by Emilia Wickstead
The brunette royal's enviable brunette tresses were styled in loose curls that framed her pretty features, cascading past her shoulders under a chic pillbox hat adorned with an oversized bow. Princess Kate highlighted her ageless glow with soft bronzer, subtle eye makeup and rosy blush.
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Kate carried one of her prized handbags - her Mulberry 'Bayswater' clutch in 'Cranberry Suede'. Keeping in with the berry theme, she also added 'Gianvito 105' Royale Burgundy suede pumps by Gianvito Rossi.
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