The Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton and Prince William’s India-Bhutan trip has been the subject of interest for people around the world. The royal couple have looked into some very important issues including wildlife preservation, child education and strengthening Indo-Britain ties. Whatever they did, they did it in style and Kate’s outfits have been scrutinized as well as appreciated. Kate’s stylist made sure she brought in some Indianness to the outfits. How did the outfits score on our style card? Let’s see!
Written by: Deepa Kalukuri
Outfit 1
Alexander McQueen ranks highest in the Duchess’ list of favorite design houses and it was only natural for her to choose a McQueen outfit to kick off the India tour. Kate arrived in Mumbai at the Taj Mahal Palace hotel in a red paisley printed peplum dress. Her first look gave us a hint that the Kate team will make sure she looks vibrant and colorful.
Outfit 2
The only Indian designer that Kate chose was Anita Dongre. This printed pink and blue summer dress was so comfortable that she chose to play cricket!! Jokes apart, we think she looks gorgeous in it but that dress has been on the shelves since 2008! Could have done better!
Outfit 3
Kate chose this royal blue floor length dress with a dupatta which was designed by Jenny Packham and custom-made in the streets of Delhi. Though we love the color the embroidery is just too tacky and looks low quality! The only thing that saved this look is that beautiful color!
Outfit 4
This Emilia Wickstead dress was one of the most disliked outfits of her India tour for the bust pockets. Many say they find those pockets very unflattering and we think she looks like a school girl here. This is that dress which appeared in many tabloids for her Marilyn Monroe moment which we think is quite brutal to picture here!
Outfit 5
During the royal couple’s meeting with Prime Minister Modi, Kate chose this Temperely Desdemona Lace Dress and this is one of our favorite looks of hers. Her hairstyle here deserves brownie points!!
Outfit 6
The Duchess wore this red printed maxi dress by the Glamorous! She was out to spend sometime with underprivileged children. This one is quite appropriate and it’s a hint that maxi dresses are here to stay!
Outfit 7
Kate and William celebrated the Queen’s 90th birthday in advance. The Delhi evening was attended by the officials from the Indian government as well as the British High commission. Kate chose a beige and black lace gown by Temperley London! Quite a British style there! Good one though!
Outfit 8
While in Kaziranga National Park, Kate wore this pretty pink embroidered dress by UK fashion store Topshop. It’s one of those brands which Kate wears regularly and we love how flirty and summery this dress is!
Outfit 9
For her last day in India, Kate chose a white polka dot shirt from Zara over brown trousers! She hasn’t tried too hard and looks great in this casual look fit for a safari!
Outfit 10
Though this dress was worn by the Duchess in Bhutan we can’t help talking about it! She wore a wrap around skirt in a traditional Bhutanese design to meet the King and Queen of Bhutan! We love love love the color and the gorgeous white top too! Well done Kate!