Kate Middleton recreates Princess Diana’s iconic look: Polka dot dress and pearl drop earrings
Kate Middleton (photo: Getty Images)
Kate Middleton once again impressed her fans by appearing in public wearing an elegant outfit reminiscent of one of Princess Diana’s famous looks. She shared this look on the official Instagram of the Prince and Princess of Wales.
What outfit Kate Middleton chose
Yesterday, Middleton attended a service in London together with her husband, Prince William, to honor the memory of World War II veterans.
For the church visit, Kate wore a snow-white polka dot dress by Alessandra Rich. She had worn this outfit earlier to the Order of the Garter ceremony at St. George’s Chapel in 2023.
Kate Middleton with her husband (photo: instagram.com/princeandprincessofwales)
She complemented the elegant dress with a black hat featuring a mesh veil and flower decorations, nude high-heeled pumps, and a miniature handbag. The look was completed with diamond and pearl drop earrings that had once belonged to Princess Diana.
This piece of jewelry was given to Lady Diana in 1981 by the jewelers Collingwood as a wedding present.
Kate Middleton (photo: Getty Images)
Kate Middleton paid tribute to Princess Diana
The wife of Prince William chose an outfit for the occasion that closely resembled the one Princess Diana wore back in 1986. At that time, Diana appeared in a white dress with large black polka dots at an equestrian competition. A year later, she wore the same outfit again, though the dress had been altered to remove the peplum.
Princess Diana in the 1980s (photo: Getty Images)
The polka dot pattern, also known as "polka dot," was named after the dance that was especially popular in the United States. Although the name originates from the dance "polka," there is no direct connection between the two. In the 19th century, when the polka became popular, many products were marketed using the name “polka” for promotion.
The polka dot print holds historical significance for the royal family members. Today, Kate Middleton often wears this famous pattern. It was Princess Diana who once made it a hot fashion trend.
Princess Diana and Kate Middleton (collage: RBC-Ukraine)
Recall that in early 2024, the Princess of Wales revealed that she had been diagnosed with cancer. In September, she announced that she had completed a course of chemotherapy.
Recently, Kate returned to her royal duties and appeared more frequently at official events, looking radiant.
In her public appearances, the Princess of Wales often wears jewelry that belonged to the late Princess Diana and Queen Elizabeth. Not long ago, she appeared in a striking red outfit and jewelry previously worn by Diana and Queen Elizabeth II.
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