Kate in Navy Lace Erdem

Kate & Will have arrived in Canada. In a twist that I did not see coming, the Duchess of Cambridge has now COMBINED the two colors she was previously alternating (navy & white) into her North American debut outfit. The crepe and lace shift dress is from Canadian born, British designer Erdem Moralioglu - more famously known as simply Erdem (probably because no one can say his last name). I'm a huge fan of Erdem and super excited to see her wearing this dress!

photo via Daily Mail

photo via Daily Mail

Her hair stylist could not have been happy about this crazy windy weather. He probably just spent the previous 2 hours getting her locks "just so".  Poor guy. No, who am I kidding - dude is traveling with royalty.

Kate's presto-change-o from the navy dress and blazer she was wearing upon takeoff, did not, unfortunately include her shoes.

Yup, still wearing the trust LK Bennett nude court shoes. I'm going to sneak into their royal residence and steal these muthas. Thus, forcing her into more interesting shoe choices. It would be worth the risk of arrest, prosecution and possible incarceration. Fashionistas everywhere will thank me for my brave sacrifice to the world. I will be known as The Shoe Martyr.

She is trying though, clearly with the dress. It is part of Erdem's Resort 2012 line. I have not seen it in stores yet, but I know his other pieces can be found at most high end retailers. I have been dreaming about this Erdem dress at Matches.

photo via Daily Mail

Anyway, not much else to report here. Awesome choice Kate. Well done. Keep up the good work. The world, is literally watching.

photo via Vogue

from the Erdem Resort 2012 line.

Here We Go - the Duke and Duchess Fly to Canada

Continuing with her theme of alternating navy and white, Kate boarded the Royal Canadian Airforce plane wearing a navy shift dress and matching blazer with gold buttons, navy pumps and a navy Mulberry handbag. The handbag is definitely the most exciting part of this ensemble. It's the Polly Push Lock and you can buy it here. It's an iconic British brand. She looks great.

Stay tuned, it's going to be a busy whirlwind of posts for the next week.

It is rumored she consulted with stylists to plan her outfits for this trip. If this is true, I hope they convinced her to accessorize with a bit more flair. Also, I hope she leaves her hats and fascinators behind - no one is wearing them in North America - it will be fine.

In any case, this should be fun . . .

Let's Talk About Pippa in Red

I don't have much to say about this. It's Pippa. It's a conservative, cute, slightly boring red dress from Hobbs. It was on sale for £89. It sold out. She is still carrying my grandmother's handbag.

photos via Daily Mail

Apparently, Pippa is still dating this chap. I can't be bothered with his name. Anyone?

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The Duchess Wore White, The Duke Did The Wave and Andy Takes a Bow

Wearing white to Wimbledon - so class act. Continuing with the whole "new brides wear white" theme - also class act. This is the 'Moriah' dress from Temperley. No, you can't have one - it sold out within 1/2 hour of her appearance.

photos via Daily Mail

photos via Daily Mail

And in the 'predictable shoewear' department we have the trusty LK Bennett nude pumps - or as the Brits call them - courts. As in, shoes you would wear to court. As in, a court of law. NOT a tennis court. Oh well, I have learned, when it comes to Kate, you just can't have it all. But, seriously, forget about what she is wearing, because the best part about all of this - is this:

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and this:

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The Duke of Cambridge having some fun with the wave - he wasn't going to do it, but Kate did it and told him to do it and he did and everyone LOVED it. And then Andy BOWS to them after his win!! Awesomesauce. This is the kind of shenanigans we all want to see. Love it.

the Duchess in Navy Military Dress

Kate looked just the part in her navy double breasted Burberry  (Update: this is McQueen) coat when she and William attended a ceremony to award medals to members of the Irish Guard.

photo via Daily Mail

I actually really like what William is wearing as well. Best uniform yet. I wonder how many he has?

photo via Daily Mail

Kate is clearly having so much fun with all this royal business. Good for her.

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The "C" charm bracelet is a new favorite - a gift from Camilla. She's adorbs. Love her. Love the navy and gold. Good times.

Kate in Coral Satin Silk Dress

The royal grandchildren treated Prince Philip to dinner for his 90th birthday last evening. The group, which included Will and Kate, Princesses Eugenie and Beatrice, Peter Phillips and his wife, Autumn, and Peter's sister Zara, dined at The Waterside Inn.  Kate wore a coral coloured satin silk Stella McCartney dress.

photo via Daily Mail

 This is the same dress Madonna wore to an AMFAR event in 2008:

photo via Grazia

The dress certainly photographs better in the daytime. I really like the dress and coral could not be more hot right now. But every time I see a celebrity photographed in a satin silk dress I think the same thing - that looks awful. I'm sure it is beautiful in person, it just does not photograph well. Anyway, I love seeing Kate wearing McCartney. So much better than that mother-of-the-bride business she was wearing earlier in the day. Stay tuned, Royal Ascot begins this week!

Kate in Silver at Order of The Garter Service

In yet another public appearance, Kate wore a grey ensemble from Katherine Hooker. The Buxton Dress is a mercury crepe satin and the Buxton Coat is Ash Simla silk with a bead and lace trim. Katherine Hooker wrote on her Facebook page that Kate's coat was specially designed with an antique clasp. She looked lovely, if slightly boring. This dress-with-matching-coat is basically a younger woman's version of what the Queen wears. I understand there are particular challenges with dressing formally, staying warm and looking royal. It 's just not a good look for a beautiful young woman. This is what they call in America a "mother of the bride" ensemble. And enough with the fascinators already. All the women in America are fed up with the fascinators. They simply are not worn in the US and, well, here they simply ARE. One does not consider going to a formal occasion without a flying saucer attached to ones head. Such a shame, because they really are quite ridiculous. This one is, of course, from Philip Treacy.

 

Kate seems so relaxed and happy at these events. Such a stark contrast to Diana who always seemed scared and shy.

all photos via AP

The Order of the Garter is quite exclusive, dating back to 1348. It is the highest order of chivalry, or knighthood. Beyond those in the royal family, there are only 24 other members. Here is Will in his Order robes:

Fancy indeed. I still prefer the giant fluffy hat he was wearing yesterday. My goodness, no wonder these people need "dressers".