This is a surprisingly bold look from the Duchess of Cambridge. Kate Middleton, along with husband Prince William, attended a reception at Buckingham Palace in honour of the UK-Africa investment summit on Monday, Jan. 20. Catherine went full tonal in a head-to-toe festive red look, with an affordable dress by mid-range British designer Needle & Thread.
Kate's Needle & Thread red sequin Aurora gown [1] (£410) is from the brand's new pre-Spring 2020 collection. Available in sizes 4 to 18, the gown comes in five colours (cherry red, ballet black, graphite silver, dusk blue, and vintage blossom). The Duchess wore the floor-length version, but the dress also comes in a mini length (£350).
Catherine completed her red tonal look with with a Jenny Packham Casa clutch, Gianvito Rossi Gianvito 105 red suede pumps [2] (£510), and ruby earrings from Soru jewellery [3] (£140) that are available for pre-order.
Keep reading ahead for every angle of Kate's daring red ensemble.