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Princess Kate debuts new power look for Boston arrival alongside Prince William

Prince William's wife looked sensational for the overseas trip

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Laura Sutcliffe
Fashion and Beauty News Editor
Updated: December 1, 2022
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The Princess of Wales is currently taking the USA by storm as she and Prince William undertake their first tour under King Charles' reign. The pair landed in Boston in celebration of the second annual Earthshot Prize Awards, and will proceed to spend the following days in the city, attending a number of engagements before the awards ceremony takes place on Friday evening.

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Princess Kate knows just how to make an entrance and did just that while sporting an impeccably tailored Alexander McQueen suit. The royal donned the luxury British label's 'Leaf Crepe Jacket in Amethyst,' which she teamed with a coordinating pair of 'High-waisted Cigarette Trousers' boasting the same rich aubergine hue. 

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A pair of navy suede heels by no other than Gianvito Rossi infused her winter aesthetic with another moody yet romantic shade, while a mesmerising pair of diamond-flanked sapphire drop earrings added a cluster of sparkle to her arrival attire.

kate middleton wearing purple suit at boston airport

Princess Kate looked so chic in a purple trouser suit upon arrival in Boston

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The mother-of-three wore her hair styled simply with an effortless side parting. An immaculate yet natural makeup blend highlighted her defined features. 

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We are so excited to see what the pair get up to on this trip, we know it will be action-packed! The couple's children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, are not expected to travel with their parents given that they are still at school ahead of the Christmas holidays.

Kate Middleton and Prince William arrive in Boston© Photo: Getty Images

The couple appeared excited about their arrival

The last overseas royal tour took place in 2019 when the pair travelled to Pakistan; the first royals to visit the country since 2006.

Kate Middleton and Prince William in Boston© Photo: Getty Images

The royal's sole accessory was a pair of diamond drop earrings

We last saw Kate on Tuesday at Buckingham Palace where she attended a banquet in South African President Cyril Ramaphosa’s honour.

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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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Kate wearing her Jenny Packham dress last week

The style, which was from 2021, could be worn as a wedding dress - it even previously featured on the Jenny Packham bridal Instagram account. Kate also wore the Royal Family Order, and the GCVO Star and Sash, and donned a bracelet belonging to the late Queen, and earrings belonging to the late Diana, Princess of Wales.

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