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Kate Middleton in Pastel Blue Alexander McQueen outfit for 2018 Trooping the Colour Parade

On the 9th of June 2018, Kate joined the Royal Family at the annual Trooping the Colour Parade.

Kate Middleton and Camilla during the 2018 Trooping the Colour Parade

It is the eighth time the Duchess has attended the event. 

Kate Middleton and Camilla during the 2018 Trooping the Colour Parade

She has not missed one parade since marrying Prince William in 2011 (click here to view all previous Trooping coverage).

Kate Middleton and Camilla during the 2018 Trooping the Colour Parade

Over the last seven years, Kate has sat in a carriage alongside the Duchess of Cornwall and opposite Prince Harry.  However, newlywed Harry sat with his wife this year.

Meghan and Harry at the 2018 Trooping the Colour ceremony

Trooping the Colour is an annual military parade that takes place on Horse Guards Parade in London.  The parade marks the Queen’s official birthday.

The Royal Family on the balcony for the flypast at Trooping the Colour

Each year,  the Royal Family join the Queen on the balcony at Buckingham Palace to watch The Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team (RAFAT) and The Red Arrows take part in the flypast.

The Royal Family on the balcony for the flypast at Trooping the Colour

As in previous years, Prince George and Princess Charlotte were in attendance too.

The Royal Family on the balcony for the flypast at Trooping the Colour

There was no Prince Louis, who is of course too small to enjoy the spectacular display.

The Royal Family on the balcony for the flypast at Trooping the Colour

Kate’s outfit:

Duchess Kate wore an icy blue coloured dress by Alexander McQueen.  (See similar at AlexanderMcQueen.com.)  The dress has slightly puffed shoulders, a square neckline and a band at the waist.  Plus, it features a box pleat skirt.

Kate Middleton's blue dress at Trooping the Colour 2018
Kate Middleton's blue dress at Trooping the Colour 2018

The Duchess chose a coordinating hat by Juliette Botterill.

Kate Middleton's blue hat at Trooping the Colour 2018
Kate Middleton's blue hat at Trooping the Colour 2018

Kate’s wearing the Classic Earrings and Eden Necklace in blue topaz, both from Kiki McDonough.

Kate Middleton's blue jewellery at Trooping the Colour 2018
Kate Middleton's blue jewellery at Trooping the Colour 2018

Coordinating (possibly floral?) clutch bag unknown.

Kate Middleton's blue clutch at Trooping the Colour 2018
Kate Middleton's blue clutch at Trooping the Colour 2018
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