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Kate in Prada for Princess Diana memory garden tour

Kate Middleton wears Monica Vinader's Siren Earrings

Monica Vinader Siren earrings

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LK Bennett Fern shoes in Trench leather

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Today, William, Kate and Harry visited the ‘White Garden’ at Kensington Palace.  Historic Royal Palaces planted the garden in memory of Diana Princess of Wales.

William, Kate and Harry visit the White Garden at Kensington Palace. The White Garden is a memorial garden for Princess Diana.

The commemorative display marks the two decades since the Princess’ death.

William, Kate and Harry visiting the White Garden at Kensington Palace

As its name suggests, the White Garden has been filled with white flowers and foliage.

Kensington Palace white Garden

Historic Royal Palaces say the flowers were inspired by memories of Diana’s “life, image and style”.

Princess Diana

The display includes English white roses, ornamental grasses and Cosmos daisies.

William, Kate and Harry visiting the White Garden at Kensington Palace

You can take a virtual tour of the garden in this video:

Unfortunately it’s raining for William, Kate & Harry’s visit to KP’s White Garden in memory of #PrincessDiana -here’s a reminder from spring pic.twitter.com/KubYSJ9CFy

— Rebecca English (@RE_DailyMail) August 30, 2017

Kensington Palace, the location of the memorial garden, was Diana’s former home.  Of course, William, Kate and Harry have apartments in the palace today.

William, Kate and Harry visit the White Garden at Kensington Palace. The White Garden is a memorial garden for Princess Diana.

Unfortunately, the weather didn’t hold out for the visit.  The skies were overcast and it was raining.

The White Garden on a Rainy Day at Kensington Palace

Definitely umbrella weather!

Kate Middleton carrying an umbrella

Sean Harkin, Historic Royal Palaces’ Head Gardner, met William, Kate and Harry upon their arrival. He showed the trio some of Diana’s favourite flowers.

William, Kate and Harry visiting the White Garden at Kensington Palace

After, William, Kate and Harry met with representatives from various charities supported by Diana, including Great Ormond Street Hospital, the National Aids Trust, The Leprosy Mission, Royal Marsden Hospital, English National Ballet and Centrepoint.

William, Kate and Harry visit the White Garden at Kensington Palace. The White Garden is a memorial garden for Princess Diana.

The brothers viewed the tributes to their mother at the gates of Kensington Palace. They also briefly spoke to some of the well-wishers gathered nearby.

Prince William and Prince Harry viewing tributes at Kensington Palace

Kate’s outfit:

Kate chose a green floral dress by Prada.

Kate Middleton wearing Prada during a visit to the White Garden

The dress features a poppy print design.  As Susan from What Kate Wore noted, “the poppies in the print were a lovely symbol, representing remembrance and consolation.”

The 100% silk-crepe dress features a softly pleated knee-length skirt, an elegant necktie, full-length cuffed sleeves and a smocked waistband.

At the time of writing, it can still be purchased from MatchesFashion and MyTheresa for £1,420.

Kate accessorised the dress with a pair of green and gold earrings by Monica Vinader.  They’re the Siren style.

Kate Middleton's green earrings by Monica Vinader
Kate Middleton wears Monica Vinader's Siren Earrings

The earrings feature a multi-faceted Green Onyx gemstone encased in 18ct gold plated sterling silver. The earrings cost £125 GBP / $195 USD and can still be purchased from MonicaVinader.com  and Nordstrom.com.

Kate chose her L.K. Bennett Fern heels for the visit to the gardens.  The shoes feature an elegant pointed toe and a slim heel. They’re made from nude-coloured Nappa leather.

Kate Middleton's nude L.K. Bennett pumps in the White Garden
LK Bennett Fern shoes in Trench leather

The shoes can still be purchased from L.K. Bennett (£195 / $345), John Lewis (£195) and Shopbop.com ($325).

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Comments

  1. Rosemea MacPherson says

    August 30, 2017 at 5:21 pm

    Gorgeous garden – beautiful place to take pictures. The three of you look very nice. I think that flowers love the rain;-) XOXOXOXOXOX

    Reply
  2. Blueberries says

    August 30, 2017 at 6:52 pm

    I don’t think I’m feeling this dress after the fabulous looks in Germany. The puffy sleeves and that bow are just so dated. Like beyond dated. Diana wore these things in the 80s and that’s where they need to stay. Where are the fresh, modern feminine looks?

    I get the sense with Kate that she follows the mood of the public and has been choosing her outfits to reflect that mood. But she needs to stop. She needs to decide what her style actually is and simply stick with that.

    Reply
    • Trisha says

      August 31, 2017 at 3:14 pm

      I agree! Hopes she decides what her style is… I go back to the days of the white winter coat and boots look.

      Reply
      • Blueberries says

        August 31, 2017 at 7:07 pm

        Yes! Like this: http://www4.pictures.stylebistro.com/bg/Kate+Middleton+Outerwear+Wool+Coat+gpsi8r_RyxQx.jpg

        Kate strikes me as a confident, strong, full woman at heart. These dainty, willowy looks are not for her.

        I kind of blame these anemic Gen X mom fashion trends for her looks in recent years. But she needs to remember she’s effing Kate Middleton. She doesn’t have to follow fashion trends, she can set them. Heck, for the price of this Prada dress, she could’ve gone to a tailor and had one (or several) custom-made to exactly her style.!

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  3. Brin says

    September 1, 2017 at 1:08 am

    Agree. She’s a stunning woman, but her outfits seem to weigh her down. The outfits lately look as if they are chosen for her and not by her. Perhaps that is the point.

    Reply
  4. Samin says

    September 1, 2017 at 7:04 am

    I loved it, as usual she looks so much beautiful and I liked the dress, the flowers on it, I love them.. and also a great weather!

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  5. Ligia says

    September 1, 2017 at 6:29 pm

    I respectfully dis agree with some previous negative comments. Kate looks fabulous in this dress. Yes, the dress is “dainty” as noted, and it looks great on her. It’s a classic style in a cheerful print, a conservative styled dress appropriate for a variety of occasions. Kate can get away with different looks – vintage, modern, elegant, edgy and yes, even conservative. Nothing wrong with different styles and looks at different times. Kate, you look wonderful as always.

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  6. Sophia Pitt says

    September 1, 2017 at 11:23 pm

    What a beautiful garden. The white flowers are so uplifting. Love the fountain and pond effect.
    I am sure both William and Harry were very moved by it as I was.

    Reply
  7. Mandy Stobart says

    September 4, 2017 at 4:17 pm

    She is a georgeus woman and she has a great style. but dont you think that white gold earrings would looks much better? I mean green colour is perfect, but yellow gold for me doesn’t looks that pretty.
    I recently was looks similar earrings for my self and found this one
    https://fashionjewelleryboutique.co.uk/drops/2102-18ct-white-gold-005ct-diamond-and-green-amethyst-earrings.html

    and when I saw her earrings, I thought that this one could looks better

    Reply
  8. Pastel says

    March 26, 2018 at 11:12 pm

    She carries herself so well that she looks good no matter what she wears. But I agree about the earrings…could have nicer ones.

    Reply

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