A royal respect. Whenever of late it was considered a high honor Queen Elizabeth II Will allow family members to borrow her jewelry — and Princess Kate Middleton The late emperor ensured the return of the favor by honoring him with his chosen jewels.
During her seven decades as Britain's longest-reigning sovereign, the Queen – who Died in September 2022 aged 96 – Will lend her jewelry on special occasions, always following royal protocol. Tiaras, in particular, came with their own set of rules, including one that said family members couldn't wear headpieces until they were married — and family members couldn't wear one until they married into the family.
Kate first wore a tiara from Queen Elizabeth I at her wedding in April 2011 Prince WilliamSporting the sparking Cartier “Halo” design that held her sheer veil. The stunning headpiece was initially purchased by King's fatherKing George VI, for his wife, Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother, who gave it to her eldest daughter on Elizabeth's 18th birthday.
Although Kate often chose to honor her late mother-in-law, Princess DianaAlong with her style and jewelry, she has often worn many of the queen's accessories since marrying William — both during celebrations and similar occasions.
Two years before Queen Elizabeth's death, a source exclusively said our weekly About the bond between Kate and the King.
“Her Majesty sees the Cambridges as the future of the monarchy and implicitly trusts Kate and William's judgment,” the insider said. our In April 2020. “Kate has asked for advice on her speech, which she can rely on for palace and protocol dos and don'ts. The Queen is more than happy to impart her knowledge – she is proud to be Catherine's adviser on royal life.”
Kate again wore a pair of the late monarch's jewels and Diana's arm King Charles IIIof Royal coronation Paired him in May 2023 White Alexander McQueen gown and sparkling floral headpiece Elizabeth wore a George VI festoon necklace and Diana South Sea pearl earrings.
Keep scrolling to see every time Kate has honored the late monarch with her jewelry: