Kate Embraces 80s Fashion in Navy Dress While Stealing the Spotlight

Princess was appeared with holding a bouquet of flowers and straight walk to the west side of the Abbey.

The Princess of Wales adapted a modified look from one the favorite designers of her late mother-in-law Princess Diana. Kate’s navy-blue coatdress by Catherine Walker was designed with modernity and classic elegance in mind.

The long-sleeve dress featured sharp shoulders with equally geometric collar and lapels. A snug bodice along with four buttons at the waist, conversion to a paneled skirt with a bevy of pleating. Catherine’s dress coordinated with the pair of suede Gianvito Rossi pumps.

Kate’s other accessories, she opted by the other British family member like the navy saucer hat designed by Sean Barrett Millinery, featuring a bow and netting on the brim. The wallet clutch, Princess Kate’s hold in a similar shade of navy was Strathberry. Middleton’s jewelry pieces catered to the classic elements of her attire, wearing a five-strand faux pearl necklace from Susan Caplan.

The Princess of Wales capped off her attire with the historic Bahrain Pearl Drop earrings. The jewelry pieces were originally owned by the late Queen Elizabeth II, who received them around the time of her wedding to Prince Philip in 1947. The pearls were taken from their original setting and designed into the earrings Middleton wore for Monday’s service.

Held annually on the second Monday of March in London, Commonwealth Day Service is a multicultural and interfaith event that celebrates the union of the 56 member states of the Commonwealth. The service often features members of the British royal family, the flags of the Commonwealth, music and more.

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