Kate's Wimbledon dress tops the poll

Firstly thank you all for voting on the poll. As Kate has been wearing quite a lot of white, I was interested to see which you all thought looked best. The winner was the Alice by Temperly Moriah dress she wore to Wimbledon. The pleated knee length dress looked beautiful on her. Worn with LK Bennett shoes and earrings made from Princess Diana's sapphire and diamond earrings, It was Kate's ultimate summer look so far. 
Since Kate began the royal tour we have only seen her in white once. Yesterday she wore the Reiss Nanette dress for Canada day celebrations. The couple have just landed in Montreal and still have a busy day ahead. I look forward to seeing what she wears next.......

Kate is a vision in white at Wimbledon

Duchess Kate has been a fan of Wimbledon for years. Recently a letter was released that she wrote to Wimbledon chiefs thanking them for making her visits so enjoyable. Over the past few weeks speculation has been rife that Kate would become patron of Wimbledon. However with the Royal tour to Canada only days away it certainly seemed unlikely. Today, Kate and William arrived at Wimbledon at 12.30 and received a huge applause from the crowd as they entered centre court to see British number one Andy Murray play against Richard Gasquet. It is a beautiful day for it too. 30 degrees c. St James's palace said 'Kate is a keen tennis fan'. The couple may have wanted to relax before jetting off on their tour. It is the first time the couple have sat in the Royal box at Wimbledon.  They will be joined by one of the most successful tennis players of our time, Billie Jean King. Kate looks beautiful in an Alice Temperly white dress while William opted for a navy suit. It is striking how happy and in love the Royal couple look!

Kate enjoyed a chat with Tim Henman's mother

Duchess Kate's style at the Irish Guards medal parade

Duchess Kate looked beautiful today, performing her first military role as a member of the Royal family. The 29 year old chose a navy Alexander McQueen pre fall 2011 coat. On Net a Porter the coat is described as 'a double breasted frock coat, navy wool, buttoned epaulets, long sleeves, front welt pockets, slant pockets, high curved front and vent at back. Tailored close to the body this is a commanding outerwear choice'. 
The stunning coat is available to buy for just over £1,333  Here. Kate wore the beautiful coat with a navy dress, navy Prada suede shoes a gold shamrock brooch owned by the Royal family, citrine drop earrings, a silver bracelet with the letter 'C' engraved in it. and an Anya Hindmarch clutch. Kate chose a beautiful hat by Rachel Trevor Morgan This outfit in my opinion is the most stylish she has worn to a royal engagement thus far. The tailoring fits her perfectly and shows off her slender figure. Kate is developing a signature style and when she chose McQueen for her wedding dress it was a sign of things to come. At the Trooping The Colour celebrations Kate wore a white McQueen coat. It was  also a nice touch how Kate seemed to be matching William's uniform! Her natural make up completed the look perfectly!

The McQueen coat is still available at NET A PORTER

The Duchess of Cambridge carries out first military role as a royal

Duchess Kate performed her first military role as a royal presenting medals to soldiers who have recently returned from serving in Afghanistan. Prince William is Colonel of the Irish Guards. A source said Duchess Kate was very pleased to be undertaking this role as the regiment is 'so close to her husband's heart'. Kate looked stunning in a navy double breasted Alexander McQueen coat with gold buttons with matching shoes, and clutch. Kate wore a beautiful golden Irish shamrock brooch on her coat and a beautiful silver bracelet with the letter 'C' engraved on it. Kate has been wearing more McQueen lately and it suits her excellently.  I love this look on her and it's perfect for the occasion. Being a fashionable royal is a difficult task for anyone, but Kate is pulling it off wonderfully. A little girl handed Kate flowers and she and William appeared to thoroughly enjoy talking to her! Both William and Kate looked very happy throughout the day. It was certainly a royal occasion with Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall also in attendance.

Kate's heartfelt thank you letter to Wimbledon chiefs

The Duchess of Cambridge has been a fan of Wimbledon for years. When going to watch the likes of Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, Kate would have hoped to have been able to enjoy the match in privacy. Thanks to Wimbledon chiefs she was able too enjoy the game like any other fan. A letter from Kate thanking Wimbledon chiefs has been released. She wrote the letter in 2008 thanking them for the 'wonderful seats' she and her friend enjoyed during centre court games. The letter was unveiled at the museum inside the Wimbledon tennis centre. The letter reads as follows:


Dear Sir,
Thank you for your kind hospitality at Wimbledon last week. My friend and I had such a fantastic time and it was great to be able to enjoy the day knowing that we could have a little peace and quiet if things got a little too hectic. 
It was a wonderfully relaxed day and we even spent part of it on the 'Henman/Murray' hill which was great fun. I really was not expecting to be looked after with such hospitality and I certainly wasn't expecting to see any of the centre court games. Thank you so much for the wonderful seats. It was so special to see Murray's game and Nadal's easy walk into the quarter finals. 
Thank you again for making it such a fun and enjoyable/easy visit.


Best Wishes,
Catherine Middleton

Duchess Kate redecorates Kensington Palace

William and Kate have been keeping a low profile over the past few days, probably due to moving in too Kensington Palace. Reportedly Kate didn't feel at ease initially and has decided to do some redecorating. The Duchess of Cambridge had an entire crate of candles and room sprays delivered to the 17th century palace in an effort to modernise the place. She felt there was a 'fuddy duddy smell'. Kate had £900 worth of 'Scent 1' fragrances delivered including lavender, sandalwood and moss based waxes. Along with cushions to give their apartment in the Palace a more relaxed feel. A friend of the couple said 'Kate had little say in her marital home. But the only time she's put her foot down was when it came to interior design. Kate has a keen eye for contemporary, effortlessly cool styling and was adamant she and William would make their home feel like a home not a formal residence. Whereas William is used to the the smell and feel of the palace, Kate is used to a more modern relaxed environment. She felt it had an overriding, musty, damp smell and ordered a six month supply of her favourite products. William was happy to go with the flow'. It is understood Duchess Kate ordered fifteen £38 candles and six sprays. Since Princess Diana passed away Kensington Palace has been somewhat dormant, The only mention of it was in relation to Diana. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge seem very keen to feel as comfortable and homely as possible there. It is a world away from their relaxed life in Anglesey wales. The couple are moving into the four bedroom cottage within the grounds of the Palace in the coming weeks.

Kate Middleton Is 'A Natural' At Royal Life

The stunning Duchess of Cambridge graces the cover of this weeks People magazine. One of the most popular magazines in the states, Kate would have had to compete with numerous Hollywood celebrities for the coveted cover. Kate has not only won public and media affection but has settled into Royal life with effortless class. After the Royal wedding, Kate kept a low profile shopping at her local waitrose and sending thank you notes. In the past couple of weeks Kate has really come into her own attending four major events in five days. From her stunning debut at the ARK charity gala, to her cheerful demeanor at the Trooping the Colour celebrations, Kate has been a rock for William, He even admitted he was more nervous than her. She was by his side through the Queen and Prince Philip's birthday celebrations photographed smiling in almost every shot. All of this is a warm up for her first royal tour in Canada and California. Does Kate feel apprehensive about this? According to a Palace insider 'She is taking it in her stride. Now she's a member of the Royal family she's got to get involved in these things. She was acclimated over a long time'. After dating Prince William for over eight years Kate was more than prepared for thew pressures of Royal life. The Duchess is currently in the process of moving to Kensington Palace and making preparations for the tour. 

William and Kate are officially more popular than Justin Timberlake

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are loved globally, and even by the editor of Vanity Fair magazine! Vanity fair planned to feature popstar and actor, Justin Timberlake on their July cover. Instead they opted for a beautiful candid of William and Kate taken by Mario Testino as part of their official engagement shoot, though Justin Timberlake's feature still appears inside. A source close to Justin said: 'He is very happy with Vanessa's story and Mr. Roy's photos.' Their siblings Prince Harry and Pippa have also been gracing numerous covers in the states. William and Kate's popularity is felt everywhere. We have all been touched by their beautiful wedding and fairytale story. They are as good looking as any hollywood couple and Kate's style is amazing.

William and Kate's California itinerary revealed!

Belasco Theater

The itinerary for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's royal visit to California has finally been revealed! The jam packed schedule was detailed this morning at St James' Palace. After arriving in California fresh from their Canadian tour, the couple might be hoping for some rest, but there'll be no time for that. First they will meet up and coming entrepreneurs at a UKTI reception at the Beverly Hilton. This will be followed by a quick meeting with senior politicians and other high profile figures at the Consular General's residence in Los Angeles. 

 On July 9, William and Kate will head to Santa Barbara for a polo match, where Prince William will play and Kate will present prizes. The game is in aid of American Friends of the Foundation of Prince William and Prince Harry. Next it's time for some Hollywood glamour! The Duke and Duchess will walk the red carpet for a BAFTA reception at the Belasco Theater. As President of BAFTA, William will make a speech. July 10th, the pair will visit Inner-City Arts, an L.A. program which helps disadvantaged and homeless children through the arts. That night they will attend a war veterans event at Sony studios called 'Nation, Mission, Serve'. The tour will be a double act but the couple may do separate walkabouts. The Duchess won't be giving any speeches this time. According to royal sources: 'There'll be a time and a place for that'. The couple are keen to keep their entourage to a minimum with only seven staff on board. However, Kate will look stunning especially if she brings hairdresser James Pryce. Overall I think the itinerary is excellently planned. The couple will be promoting charitable causes, and adding a little glamour along the way.

Will Kate feel trapped at Kensington Palace?

Diana adored William and Harry

As the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge prepare to move into Kensington Palace in the coming weeks, they may be feeling more apprehensive than eager. After the divorce of Prince Charles and Princess Diana, Diana lived there unhappily. Due to it's high accessibility on all sides, it is perfect for the relentless paparazzi who hounded Diana day and night. Diana referred to it as 'KP' and openly admitted it became more 'prison than palace'. Staff consider it to be seriously 'unlucky'. One might ask, why did they choose to make their home there? William is fiercely protective of Kate and would have considered all viable options before making such a decision. Clarence House was considered until the Duchess of Cornwall declared: 'There's no room here'. St. James' Palace would be considered a depressing place to live for a young couple. Finally Buckingham Palace might have seemed like a sensible option. However senior royals felt this would indicate that the Queen may see William as her successor. According to a source, Kensington Palace was the only place William had wanted due to his fond memories there of his mother. 'They are memories that are very precious to Will, though he doesn't talk much about his childhood'. After Diana's death it was left as a shell for ten years. Few men choose to move their brides into their mother's home, but it is different for Prince William, and Kate would certainly understand that. She was deeply honoured to have been given Diana's engagement ring and will most likely feel the same about moving into her old home. I do hope it is a happier home for Kate than it was for Diana with a degree of independence. Diana loved to go to the shops surrounding Kensington Palace, but the paparazzi never allowed her that luxury. The couple will make new memories at the palace and Lady Di would be happy to know William is bringing Kate there!

Kate attends Prince Philip's birthday dinner in Stella McCartney dress

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge along with William's cousins, treated the Queen and Prince Philip to an expensive dinner to celebrate Philip's 90th birthday. Prince Philip was hoping for a low key birthday and an intimate family get together would be exactly what he had in mind. They dined at the three Michelin starred restaurant, The Waterside Inn, at Bray, Berkshire. The group in attendance included Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie, Zara Philips and Peter and Autumn Philips. Prince Harry was missing as he had to attend a charity dinner in Ascot.The group appeared to be enjoying their meal and each other's company at the £150 a head restaurant. The menu included rabbit fillets, pan fried veal with carrots and crispy calf's head fritter and roasted challandais duck. Restaurant staff gave Philip a copy of french owner Michael Roux's Savoury and Sweet sauces cookbook. This morning the Royal family attended a service at St George's chapel in Windsor attended by 750 guests, followed by a champagne reception in celebration of the Duke of Edinburgh.  Kate looked beautiful in a salmon, satin Stella McCartney previously seen on Madonna in 2008.  dress with her hair word down. I mentioned previously today that the Windsor family are looking more united lately and this dinner is further evidence of that. It's very nice to see such a close family and Kate is a wonderful addition. 

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge take part in Garter Day celebrations

The Duchess of Cambridge was photographed looking very happy today at the Garter Day ceremony. Despite her hectic schedule this weekend, she waved from a carriage at Windsor Castle. She beamed as Prince William took part in the annual Order of the Garter service. The Garter knights wore blue velvet robes and black velvet hats with white plumes. Hundreds of eager onlookers watched the service at St George's Chapel. Kate looked radiant in a Rachel Trevor Morgan hat with a  Katherine Hooker pale blue dress and coat. Her hair is getting quite long and I think it frames her face beautifully. I must say I have noticed since the Royal wedding, The Royal family are looking very happy in general. Kate has breathed new life into the Monarchy just as Diana did. 

Kate wears old favourites to Prince Philip's 90th birthday church service

William and Kate at Prince Philip's birthday. On the right Kate wearing the coat in 2009
below Kate wearing the Zara dress, April 30th.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge joined the royal family at Windsor today to celebrate Prince Philip's 90th birthday at a church service. More than 750 guests attended the service in Windsor Castle's St George's Chapel conducted by the Dean of Windsor. Kate looked beautiful in a periwinkle purple coat, which she first wore back in August 2009 to a friend's wedding. Kate also appears to be wearing the Zara dress she wore the day after her wedding. (Thanks to poster below :)) Kate's cream heels are LK Bennett. She previously wore them to the derby. Yesterday we saw Kate wearing a dress from 2007 to Sam Waley-Cohens wedding. Kate is certainly thrifty! Today she teamed her coat with a purple dress and hat with her hair worn mostly down. William and Kate appeared to be enjoying the service!

Kate recycles break up dress for the wedding of 'royal matchmaker'

Kate has never been one to wear an item of clothing once then discard it and today was no exception. The Duchess of Cambridge attended the wedding of jockey Sam Waley-Cohen and party organiser Bella Balin wearing a black and white spot monochrome dress. Kate was previously photographed wearing it back in 2007 after she and William had broken up. She wore the satin dress with a chunky belt, black shrug and her hair swept back on a night out at the Boujis nightclub again accompanied by her sister Pippa. However Kate obviously felt the dress deserved a second outing. This time worn with a skinny black belt and the black Philip Treacy hat she wore today while supporting William at Trooping The Colour. Sam Waley-Cohen has been credited with rekindling the romance between William and Kate after their brief split. Kate greeted him with great affection and appeared very happy. I think Kate looked very chic today, Her dress looked new. I admire the way she keeps her clothes in such magnificent condition. She also has a keen eye for fashion making the dress look more chic than the first time she wore it. It is ironic that Kate first wore the dress after her very public split with William, Today wearing it to the wedding of their alleged 'matchmaker'. A happy ending for William and Kate, and Sam Waley-Cohen and his new bride!

Another outfit change for Kate as she attends friends wedding with Pippa

It certainly has been an eventful day for the Duchess of Cambridge. This morning she supported William at the Trooping the Colour ceremony. Wearing an ivory dress coat Kate looked elegant. Just hours later she attended the wedding of close friend Sam Waley-Cohen. The jump jockey is known as the 'royal matchmaker' after being credited for helping William and Kate rekindle their romance after their brief split in 2007. Kate matched the black Philip Treacy hat she wore at the Trooping the Colour ceremony with a fitted monochrome spot pattern dress. The Duchess is known for wearing her items more than once. She was photographed wearing the same dress back in 2007. Accompanied by her sister Pippa Middleton wearing a green embellished jacket, the pair appeared to be enjoying the day and catching up. One guest said: 'It was a fantastic wedding and I saw Kate arrive at the church with her sister after she apparently drove herself there. She arrived about twenty minutes before the service started and was very relaxed and happy. When the wedding had finished Kate joined the others in making an avenue outside the church for the newlyweds to walk through. There was security but it was very low key. Kate looked lovely but did her best not to overshadow the bride'.