Kate also swapped her tiara for a flower crown
Kate wore a spectacular ivory silk gown by Alexander McQueen embroidered with a rose, thistle, daffodil and shamrock - the floral symbols of the United Kingdom. The same symbols were also featured on her wedding dress in 2011, which was created by the same designer.
In a break with royal tradition, the Princess wore a headpiece instead of a tiara. Designed by milliner Jess Collett in collaboration with Alexander McQueen, Kate’s headpiece is made with silver bullion, crystal and silver thread work three-dimensional leaf embroidery.The jewellery is a nod to the flower crowns worn by Queen Elizabeth’s maids of honour at her 1953 coronation.
In another touching tribute, the Princess of Wales wore a set of pearl and diamond earrings, which belonged to her late mother-in-law, Princess Diana.Even more special, the Princess’ daughter Charlotte wore a matching ivory silk crepe dress, another bespoke creation by Alexander McQueen, paired with a stunning silver floral headpiece.
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