Kate Middleton banishes winter blues in head-to-toe steel blue look and sapphire jewellery
Kate Middleton's steel blue look showcased monochrome dressing at its best and her accessories added a touch of luxurious glamour
Kate Middleton's steel blue look and sapphire jewellery was a masterclass in monochrome dressing as she attended an important engagement in London.
Whilst many of us might forever be wondering what colour suits me, the Royal Family have long been huge fans of every shade of blue and the Princess of Wales knows exactly which hues work best for her. Already this autumn we’ve seen her fabulous navy Alexander McQueen suit and her teal cape dress, but Kate’s latest blue look is one of her most versatile.
She attended the opening of Evelina London Children’s Hospital’s new Children’s Day Surgery Unit on 5th December wearing a bold steel blue outfit. The suit is a Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen design - just like Kate's wedding dress.
Whilst she’s recently favoured flared or wide-leg trousers, Kate’s steel blue suit trousers were cigarette-style and more form-fitting. They were cropped just above the ankle and high waisted which worked perfectly with her fitted jacket. Worn open, this single-breasted crepe jacket had two pockets on either side and peaked shoulders which added beautiful structure to the look.
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Although we’re more used to seeing her stepping out in dark or bright blues, Kate’s steel blue look was a more muted shade and it was stunning paired with a crew neck jumper. The Princess of Wales layered up for the chilly London weather with a cosy knit in the exact same tone of blue and this colour-blocking was carried into her accessories too.
Kate was the picture of sophistication in the late Princess Diana’s sapphire and diamond jewellery for this important engagement. She chose the sapphire drop earrings she’s favoured more and more in recent months and also wore the necklace - both of which match her iconic engagement ring. The deeper blue of the sapphires was echoed in her £650 Gianvito Rossi 105 pumps which were suede.
This added a softness to the otherwise quite formal look and the Princess kept her glossy brunette tresses loose in gentle waves which had a similar effect. The outfit was the epitome of sophistication and Kate showcased how polished and chic you can look simply by putting together pieces that are within the same colour palette.
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Although her suit is incredibly luxurious, especially paired with her dazzling jewellery, Kate’s steel blue look is also something that’s easy to emulate at home a lot more affordably. Whether you’d rather choose a navy blue suit or a pastel blue one, there are so many combinations of blue trousers and jackets that can create a similar look if paired with a matching top or jumper. A suit like this can also be dressed down with trainers or worn with a blanket scarf and coat over the top for freezing temperatures too.
The Princess of Wales has been Patron of Evelina London's Children's Hospital since 2018. The new unit has two operating theatres and Kate toured it as well as hearing directly from members of staff and families about the immense impact it's having.
Emma is a Royal Editor with eight years experience working in publishing. Her specialist areas include the British Royal Family, ranging from protocol to outfits. Alongside putting her royal knowledge to good use, Emma knows all there is to know about the latest TV shows on the BBC, ITV and more. When she’s not writing about the next unmissable show to add to your to-watch list or delving into royal protocol, Emma enjoys cooking, long walks and watching yet more crime dramas!
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