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Emma Shacklock

Kate Middleton redefines airport style as she embraces winter blue for German state visit

Catherine, Princess of Wales smiles ahead of the ceremonial welcome for the state visit to the UK of the President of the Federal Republic of Germany and his wife Elke Büdenbender on December 03, 2025.

We all know how much the Royal Family love wearing blue and the Princess of Wales went head-to-toe sapphire for what will surely become known as one of the chicest airport outfits ever. Kate wasn’t actually getting on a plane herself, but travelled with Prince William to Heathrow to welcome the President of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, and his wife to the UK on 3rd December.

This is the second time in three months that the Waleses have taken on this important role for a State Visit and Kate’s ensemble was formal yet fabulous. If you want some inspiration for a different colour to add to your winter capsule wardrobe, she made a strong case for deep blue.

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