Kate Middleton Glistens in Princess Diana’s Tiara at State Banquet

by

Kate Middleton’s latest look is good as gold.

Princess Catherine, dressed in gold, accompanied Prince William to Windsor Castle on September 17th. King Charles III and Queen Camilla hosted a state banquet there for President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump.

British designer Phillippa Lepley created the stunning silk gown, which included an evening coat adorned with delicate gold lace and beautifully hand-embroidered roses. The dress also featured intricate French knots and satin-stitched flowers.

Kate, 43, completed her look with the famous Lover’s Knot tiara, a piece often worn by her late mother-in-law, Princess Diana. The beautiful tiara, made in 1914 for Queen Mary, features 19 diamond arches and 28 pearls, and was later passed down to Queen Elizabeth II, as reported by Town & Country magazine.

Prince William, age 43, dressed formally for the event in a black tailcoat with red and gold details, worn over a white shirt and tie. He finished the look with a blue sash and several small medals pinned to his jacket.

The couple, parents to Prince George, 12, Princess Charlotte, 10, and Prince Louis, 7, shared a photo on Instagram showing them dressed up for a State Banquet. The caption simply read, “Ready for The State Banquet.”

Kate first wore the Lover’s Knot tiara in July when she and the royal family hosted French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte Macron, for a state banquet. This was the first time she’d worn a tiara in almost two years. She wore it again in December 2023 to welcome diplomats to an event at Buckingham Palace.

Throughout her time as a member of the royal family, Kate has often been admired for her tiara choices. This includes the Cartier Halo tiara she famously wore at her wedding in April 2011, and the Strathmore Rose tiara, which hadn’t been seen in public since the 1930s, when she wore it in November 2023.

Keep scrolling to see more of Kate’s best fashion moments over the years…

In December 2022, Princess Catherine attended a Diplomatic Corps reception at Buckingham Palace wearing a glittering Jenny Packham gown and several significant pieces of jewelry. These included a badge presented to her by Queen Elizabeth II, the sash and star of the Royal Victorian Order, diamond earrings, a diamond Art Deco brooch, and the Lotus Flower Tiara, famously worn by Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother.

In 2022, shortly after becoming the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton wore a beautiful Jenny Packham gown and Queen Mary’s Lover’s Knot tiara to a state dinner.

It’s always great to see a royal re-wear an outfit! This particular Barbara Casasola dress was last seen on her at the 2016 Art Fund awards.

Kate looked elegant as she received the army’s salute, wearing a beautiful coat dress by Catherine Walker, completed with coordinating shoes and a clutch.

Kate impressed the Americans with a white dress by Alexander McQueen, the designer who also made her famous wedding gown.

When meeting the Queen, it’s important to dress formally. Princess Kate chose a pink coat dress by Alexander McQueen and a stylish fascinator by Juliette Botterill for the occasion.

At the Chelsea Flower Show, Kate Middleton chose a charming dress by the British designer Erdem.

Kate attended The Royal Foundation’s Mental Health in Education conference wearing a coordinated blazer and skirt outfit.

The royal stunned in a white McQueen gown for the 2019 BAFTA Awards.

Kate turned heads in this Eponine London dress for Children’s Mental Health Week.

The royal looked fabulous in a tweed jacket and boots at Islington Community Garden.

Kate looked gorgeous in a Q by McQueen green and blue tartan coat dress in Dundee, Scotland.

This royal isn’t shy about wearing bright colors, like the lovely magenta dress she chose for The Royal Opera House.

Kate was all smiles as she watched a flypast to celebrate the centenary of the Royal Air Force.

The mother of three stunned in this number for the Family Action Charity.

While Meghan Markle often favors royal blue, Kate Middleton recently stood out with a striking, all-one-color outfit.

Kate took a stroll with Prince William in a coat dress, matching hat and black pumps.

Oh my gosh, Kate just completely nailed holiday fashion! I’m obsessed with this green and white polka dot dress by L.K. Bennett she wore – it’s absolutely perfect! And the accessories? A khaki clutch and matching heels! She looked so chic visiting the Evelina London Children’s Hospital, honestly, she’s a style icon and I need that dress in my life!

The princess resembled a modern-day Cinderella at the diplomatic reception, wearing a glittering Jenny Packham gown with delicate sheer sleeves and sparkling sequin details.

During an official visit to RAF Akrotiri, Kate chose a smart but relaxed outfit: a forest green Smythe blazer, navy trousers, and a white shirt.

For a recent holiday party, Kate wore a cheerful plaid skirt by Emilia Wickstead with a classic black cardigan from Brora and comfortable black heeled boots.

The royal visited the UCL Developmental Neuroscience Lab wearing a burgundy Paule Ka blazer and skirt, along with a black turtleneck, tights, and heels.

Kate looked stunning in a stylish blue coat dress with a belt, buttons, and a collar. She completed the look with navy heels and a black clutch while opening the new Composites Technology Centre for McLaren Automotive.

Kate wore a dark green coat with buttons and velvet accents on the collar, cuffs, and pockets to the Remembrance Day service. She completed her look with a fuzzy headband and a black clutch.

Kate looked beautiful at the Tusk Conservation Awards in a flowing aquamarine gown by Jenny Packham, which she’s worn previously. She completed the outfit with sparkling diamond earrings, a coordinating clutch, and Jimmy Choo heels.

Princess Catherine visited the Imperial War Museum wearing a sleek blue dress, nude heels, and a coordinating clutch.

For Princess Eugenie’s wedding, Kate chose a vibrant fuchsia outfit, including a beautiful dress and coordinating fascinator, both designed by Alexander McQueen.

The mother of three looked stunning in a burgundy and patterned Erdem dress, completed with matching shoes and a clutch.

Kate looked effortlessly chic at the mental health summit, wearing a lovely purple Emilia Wickstead dress, nude heels, and an Aspinal leather handbag.

The royal’s blue gown by Alexander McQueen, worn at the state banquet, felt like something straight out of a Disney princess movie. From the Queen Mary Lovers Knot tiara to Princess Diana’s pearl earrings, the entire look was magical.

Read More

2025-09-18 01:50