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Royal Style: summer's end, but not for style ❤️

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Maireas · 12/07/2026 17:33

The end of summer lies ahead, but we're hoping for more bling!

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Maireas · 04/08/2026 11:01

You're right, all of them are lovely. I'm not a fan of shiny fabrics but the satin one is absolutely beautiful.

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Sidebeforeself · 04/08/2026 11:38

I absolutely adore the green one and the ice blue one.

smilesy · 04/08/2026 11:41

I love the gold evening dress but I also think she looked stunning at Prince Philip’s funeral, notwithstanding the sad occasion

Recklessismymiddlename · 04/08/2026 12:03

KiIIingMeDeftly · 04/08/2026 10:45

She's never reworn any of these and I don't know why, as they're all gorgeous! https://people.com/royals/kate-middleton-glam-caribbean-tour-moments/

Agreed
don’t what not reworn. She looked stunning in them.

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blooming autocorrect

should read

I don’t know why not reworn

Maireas · 04/08/2026 12:04

Sidebeforeself · 04/08/2026 11:38

I absolutely adore the green one and the ice blue one.

The green off the shoulder needs a rewear, it's gorgeous.

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Maireas · 04/08/2026 12:05

smilesy · 04/08/2026 11:41

I love the gold evening dress but I also think she looked stunning at Prince Philip’s funeral, notwithstanding the sad occasion

Yes, very elegant.

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IceLollly · 04/08/2026 12:53

I loved that pink sequinned dress. I don’t know why she doesn’t rewear things. Funny thing is you don’t see her dressed formally that often.

Sidebeforeself · 04/08/2026 12:58

IceLollly · 04/08/2026 12:53

I loved that pink sequinned dress. I don’t know why she doesn’t rewear things. Funny thing is you don’t see her dressed formally that often.

Do you mean the Vampires Wife one? I think it’s metallic rather than sequinned. I think Kate pretty much gets her evening wear spot on but it is a shame she doesnt rewear them much.

I love the darl teal caped one in the earlier link. Would love to see that again.

IceLollly · 04/08/2026 13:11

Yes that’s the one. I don’t think she rewears because she doesn’t seem to wear evening wear that much, when was the last time, when Trump was here?

Sidebeforeself · 04/08/2026 13:14

Possibly. And I think the evening events tend to be more in winter..eg Variety Performances and such although I may be wrong there.

Maireas · 04/08/2026 15:20

Sidebeforeself · 04/08/2026 12:58

Do you mean the Vampires Wife one? I think it’s metallic rather than sequinned. I think Kate pretty much gets her evening wear spot on but it is a shame she doesnt rewear them much.

I love the darl teal caped one in the earlier link. Would love to see that again.

I was thinking the same, beautiful movement in the fabric.

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Pallisers · 04/08/2026 17:31

She generally nails her evening wear (although I wasn't a fan of her last couple of state dinner looks). She is stunning in the bond dress/look but my favourite one is the lilac one she wore in LA at a Bafta event - well before she had children I think. Just lovely.

I often find her day wear boring but in fairness to her she always looks delighted to be where ever she is.

Sidebeforeself · 04/08/2026 18:20

I liked the white jewelled cape one that she wore to a state banquet a couple of years ago.

Maireas · 04/08/2026 18:32

Sidebeforeself · 04/08/2026 18:20

I liked the white jewelled cape one that she wore to a state banquet a couple of years ago.

Yes, that was a lovely one.

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Sidebeforeself · 04/08/2026 18:36

Thanks @Maireas Was trying to upload a photo but it didnt like it!

Maireas · 04/08/2026 18:56

Sidebeforeself · 04/08/2026 18:36

Thanks @Maireas Was trying to upload a photo but it didnt like it!

No problem! It's one of my favourites!

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gingercat02 · 04/08/2026 18:59

Not style but Eugenie and Jack have had a little girl, born in Portugal, 6lb 9, all doing well.
Lovely news 👩‍🍼👼🩷

justasking111 · 04/08/2026 19:32

gingercat02 · 04/08/2026 18:59

Not style but Eugenie and Jack have had a little girl, born in Portugal, 6lb 9, all doing well.
Lovely news 👩‍🍼👼🩷

Phew at last. A little baby compared to most these days.

justasking111 · 04/08/2026 19:34

Saw pictures of leti on Instagram just now. Her skin gleams. It must be a body oil.

Cassiope · 04/08/2026 20:33

Kate's Princess Magpie when it comes to evening wear, isn't she? She loves outfits with sparkly bits or metallic fabric!

I reckon the gold gown she wore to the Bond premiere is easily the best in that genre, but my favourite is the very simple Greek goddess gown (Los Angeles, BAFTA do, I think).

RomainingCalm · 04/08/2026 23:20

The Spanish royals hosted their annual summer reception in Mallorca. Leti looks beautifully elegant with silver sandals. I like both of the girls’ dresses but particularly Leonor‘s and her wavy hair. Less sure about Queen Sofía’s housecoat dress but I doubt she’ll care much what I think!

Royal Style: summer's end, but not for style ❤️
Royal Style: summer's end, but not for style ❤️
Royal Style: summer's end, but not for style ❤️
Royal Style: summer's end, but not for style ❤️
Maireas · 05/08/2026 07:49

I like Leti's dress, the texture and the fabric, also the vibe of Leonor's and Sofia's dresses, the colours and the patterns, like watercolour abstracts.

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KiIIingMeDeftly · 05/08/2026 08:14

They all look great and Leonor's wavy hair looks nice and relaxed and goes well with the vibe of her outfit. Sofia the Younger's fits have looked ever so slightly off lately and at the risk of sounding like my mother, I think it's her posture. She needs to own her height and stop slouching!

As for Sofia the Elder's caftan, if you can't wear one when you're 80+ and in Mallorca, then when can you??

Maireas · 05/08/2026 08:20

Sofia the Elder; yes - wear a kaftan when you're in Mallorca, why not.
Sofia the Younger is very tall, taller than her older sister and (unfortunately) it still makes many women self conscious. She can carry off some great looks!
All the women have great hair and makeup.
Good to see Felipe in another traditional summer shirt.

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