Kate in November 2017 Archives

Duchess of Cambridge goes casual for Robin Hood Primary School

August 19, 2019November 29, 2017 by Pawanpreet Gill

Duchess of Cambridge Catherine visited Robin Hood Primary School to celebrate 10 years of the Royal Horticultural Society Campaign for School Gardening.

Royal Horticultural Society Campaign for School Gardening programme provides children with gardening opportunities to enhance their skills & boost development. Duchess of Cambridge herself is a passionate gardener.

On arrival, Duchess was welcomed by a group of eager school children with beautiful flowers.

Duchess was briefed on the RHS national campaign and the many benefits of gardening to young people by RHS manager Alana Tapsell.

Kate taking part in some gardening with west London school children pic.twitter.com/bVXlS9CaaL
— Victoria Murphy (@byQueenVic) November 29, 2017

Catherine joined children at the Sensory Garden some bulb planting, that has been supported by RHS and has been shown to benefit children’s physical and mental well-being.

After planting daffodil (Narcissus ‘February Gold’) and fritillary (Fritillaria meleagris) bulbs with children Duchess moved to the Outdoor Learning area.

Kate hears about a gardening project in a west London school pic.twitter.com/o6sSxpGiXL
— Victoria Murphy (@byQueenVic) November 29, 2017

Here children are taught how to whittle to make bug homes. These tasks help build life skills such as confidence, teamwork and communication.

When the homes are completed they form part of ‘Bug-Ingham Palace’.

To celebrate the 10^th anniversary of the RHS campaign, Duchess of Cambridge cut a cake and congratulates all the teachers, volunteers and pupils at Robin Hood on their hard work in the garden.

Video: The Duchess of Cambridge tells school children that she has "fond memories" of being outdoors as a child and is passing that passion on to George and Charlotte. pic.twitter.com/OqAkgGGQJV
— Catherine Wylie (@wyliecatherine) November 29, 2017

During the outing, Catherine said, “I’ve got such fond memories of being in the garden and being outside from my own childhood and I’m sharing that with my own children George and Charlotte”.

Embed from Getty ImagesFor the freezing cold activity, Duchess brought the best of casuals together today. Duchess wore trusty Barbour Ladies Waxed Defence Jacket. The jacket is not available any more but the similar styles can be bought on Nordstrom.

Duchess of Cambridge Barbour Ladies Waxed Defence Jacket — James Whatling/Barbour Ladies Waxed Defence Jacket

Duchess paired the jacket with her black Temperley London Honeycomb Tunic Sweater and black skinny jeans.

Duchess of Cambridge Temperley London Honeycomb Tunic Sweater — Temperley London Honeycomb Tunic Sweater

Today again we saw the comeback of Penelope Chilvers Long Tassel Boots that remained a loyal part of Duchess’ closet for more than a decade. They can be bought on Penelope for £475.00.

Duchess of Cambridge Penelope Chilvers Long Tassel Boots — Penelope Chilvers Long Tassel Boots

Duchess finished her look with Kiki ‘Lauren’ Yellow Gold Pave Diamond Leaf Earrings.

Duchess of Cambridge Kiki 'Lauren' Yellow Gold Pave Diamond Leaf Earrings — Kiki ‘Lauren’ Yellow Gold Pave Diamond Leaf Earrings

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Duchess of Cambridge’s glowing visit to Foundling Museum

August 19, 2019November 28, 2017 by Pawanpreet Gill

Embed from Getty ImagesDuchess of Cambridge Catherine today visited Foundling Museum in London to find out more about the Museum’s history. The Museum explores the history of the Foundling Hospital, the UK’s first children’s charity and first public art gallery.

The Foundling Hospital, which continues today as the children’s charity Coram, was established in 1739 by the philanthropist Thomas Coram to care for babies at risk of abandonment.

VIDEO: Kate on Harry and Meghan’s wedding #RoyalEngagment pic.twitter.com/VBbqzZ8NGD
— Victoria Murphy (@byQueenVic) November 28, 2017

Duchess’ visit was aimed to learn about how the Museum aims to give young people new skills, an understanding of history, and a space in which their voices are heard.

At museum, Catherine viewed an exhibition about the history of the Foundling Museum.

The exhibition exhibits the history from 1741 when the first babies were admitted, to 1954 when the last pupil was placed in foster care, the Foundling Hospital cared for and educated around 25,000 children.

The Duchess viewed tokens which were left by mothers with their babies at The Foundling Hospital so they could identify them.

They are being displayed at the museum now.

The Duchess meets little Louisa, aged 11, who took part in art therapy sessions at @GreatOrmondSt – The @FoundlingMuseum runs programmes there. pic.twitter.com/eZvU1W3vW5
— Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) November 28, 2017

Duchess met little Louisa, aged 11, who took part in art therapy sessions at Great Ormond Street Hospital run by the Foundling Museum there.

Catherine met children from The Thomas Coram nursery that is next to the Museum and saw some lanterns they have made.

Next Duchess of Cambridge spent some time in the Art & Craft session.

She met little nursery children and took part in their art project activities.

During an art workshop, The Duchess also met young children from Argyle Primary School.

For the occasion, glowing Duchess chose a pretty diamond pleated shirtdress from Kate Spade.

Duchess of Cambridge Kate Spade Diamond Printed Shirtdress — Kate Spade Diamond Printed Shirtdress

The $398.00 dress features a pleated silhouette and feminine tie-neck that knots into a dramatic bow. The dress is from label’s 2018 Resort Collection and currently available online in a few sizes.

Duchesss of Cambridge Gianvito Rossi 'Gianvito 105' Royale Burgundy Suede Pumps — Gianvito Rossi ‘Gianvito 105’ Royale Burgundy Suede Pumps

Duchess paired her outfit with contrast burgundy accessories. She chose Gianvito Rossi ‘Gianvito 105’ Royale Burgundy Suede Pumps that are available for $675.00. Duchess was seen carrying her burgundy cranberry suede ‘Bayswater’ clutch bag from Mulberry.

Duchess of Cambridge Mulberry Bayswater cranberry Suede Clutch — Mulberry Bayswater cranberry Suede Clutch

The Sapphire & Diamond Oval Drop ‘Diana’ Earrings that were originally owned by her late Mother-in-law Princess Diana and gifted to Duchess by Prince William complimented the whole look.

Duchess of Cambridge Sapphire & Diamond Oval Drop 'Diana' Earrings — Sapphire & Diamond Oval Drop ‘Diana’ Earrings

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Duke and Duchess of Cambridge attended Royal Variety Performance amid security alert

August 19, 2019November 24, 2017 by Pawanpreet Gill

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge Prince William and Catherine attended the annual Royal Variety Performance at Palladium Theatre in London.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge arrive for Royal Variety Performance. Nearly an hour delayed by Oxford St incident pic.twitter.com/mU0QOWafHA
— Hannah Furness (@Hannah_Furness) November 24, 2017

It was the second attendance of royal couple at this event. Before this, they were here in 2014.

Embed from Getty ImagesFew hours before the performance, Oxford Circus (the tube station close to the Palladium) was locked down due to some incident. Once the scene was investigated, the green signal was given to Royal Variety Performance.

The Royal Variety is charity patronage by Her Majesty Queen. The show was organized to help the entertainers throughout the UK who are facing hard times.

Embed from Getty ImagesMiranda Hart was the host for the evening while the Killers, Paloma Faith, Louis Tomlinson and the Script gave stunning performances.

Late night for Duke and Duchess of Cambridge at Royal Variety, invited on stage to congratulate host Miranda Hart and performers pic.twitter.com/lQFUrjYDor
— Hannah Furness (@Hannah_Furness) November 24, 2017

Royal Couple joined the host at the stage to congratulate performers.

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For the star-studded evening, Duchess of Cambridge chose glittering attire.

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Duchess Catherine was in new blue Jenny Packham gown. The classic Packham piece features an ornate embellishment and tonal sequin detail in the form of blue flowers.

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The dress belongs to the label’s 2017 Autumn/Winter Collection.