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The Princess of Wales gives a subtle nod to Diana during first state visit in new role

Kate’s pillbox hat cost £1,720

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The new Princess of Wales joined her husband, the Prince of Wales, in helping King Charles III and Queen Consort Camilla welcome South African president Cyril Ramaphosa to the UK today. It is, for them all, the first state visit held in their new roles following Queen Elizabeth II’s passing.

The new princess rose to the moment in style. Her plum shade dress coat was custom made by one of her go-to British designers Emilia Wickstead. Beautifully tailored, it features two short peaked lapels, which fall down to a box pleated skirt falling to the shins.

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