Kate Middleton paid subtle tribute to the marriage of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip at the Duke’s funeral. The Duchess of Cambridge, who often makes good fashion choices, chose to wear jewelry that honored the royal couple’s love story during the funeral service on Saturday 17 April. Her look was described as elegant from the moment she was seen on her way to St. George’s Chapel. Prince William’s wife and mother of three wore a solemn ensemble of black Roland Mouret for the gloomy occasion. And while she looked absolutely divine, it was her choice of accessories that really touched the true fans.
Kate, 39, chose to wear jewelry from the Queen’s coveted collection. She wore the iconic Japanese pearl necklace of the Monarch, which the Queen received from the Japanese government. Elizabeth has worn the spectacular four-strand piece in public and it has been seen throughout history adorning the necks of British royal women, including Princess Diana, who wore the necklace at a state dinner for the Netherlands in 1982.
In the most poignant way, Kate borrowed the necklace to celebrate Isabel and Felipe’s 70th wedding anniversary in 2017. see you today. Their matching earrings also seemed to belong to the Queen’s collection: a duo of diamonds and pearls.
In addition to her jewelery, Middleton fashionably draped a veiled headdress over her hair, which was tied in a striking bun. For safety reasons, she also wore the same simple black mask as her husband William. The couple were among the first to arrive at the intimate funeral. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the traditional ceremony was limited to 30 guests, who were approved by Queen Elizabeth.