Inspired by Holly? How Kate Middleton channeled the This Morning presenter in a red version of her sparkly party dress by Needle & Thread – a British label loved by TV stars and It-Girls
- Duchess of Cambridge wore a stunning £410 Needle & Thread dress last night
- Sparkly frock featured sheer sleeves and the brand’s signature embellishment
- Holly Willoughby is among the label’s famous clients and wore a similar style
- Love Island’s Laura Whitmore and a string of influencers also wear the brand
Holly Willoughby’s wardrobe is coveted by women around the country – and it seems even the Duchess of Cambridge is inspired by the presenter’s style choices.
Kate Middleton, 37, donned a red version of a sparkly party dress worn by the This Morning star as she joined husband Prince William, 37, at a Buckingham Palace reception last night.
The Duchess of Cambridge wore the Needle & Thread £410 Aurora Gown in red, while Holly, 38, wore the £350 Aurora Dress in white last month.
Kate Middleton, 37, donned a red version of a sparkly party dress worn by Holly Willoughby as she joined husband Prince William, 37, at a Buckingham Palace reception last night, pictured
This Morning presenter Holly dazzled in the £350 Aurora Dress in white last month, pictured
The Duchess of Cambridge wore the Needle & Thread £410 Aurora Gown in red (left) last night, while Holly, 38, wore the £350 Aurora Dress in white (right) last month
It was the royal’s first outing in a label that is much-loved by Instagram influencers and stars including Laura Whitmore.
It the latest in a string of style hits for the Duchess and comes shortly after she won plaudits for wearing a houndstooth Zara dress on an engagement in Bradford last week.
The decision to wear a high street label to the reception is particularly significant as the Duchess typically relies on big name designers for such high profile evening engagements.
Needle & Thread, whose dresses range from £235-£550, is known for its ultra-feminine frocks that are rich in detail and embellishment.
Needle & Thread, whose dresses range from £235-£550, is known for its ultra-feminine frocks that are rich in detail and embellishment. Pictured, influencer Meghan Hess in the brand
Instagram influencers, fashion editors and style mavens are fans of the UK label, which was founded by Hannah Coffin. Pictured, Laura Whitmore (left) and PR guru Flavia Stuttgen
Ex-Made In Chelsea star and jewellery designer Rosie Fortescue wears Kate’s gown in black
Instagram influencers, fashion editors and style mavens from around the world are fans of the UK label, which was founded by Hannah Coffin. It is stocked by high end retailers including Net-a-Porter.
The Needle & Thread team was delighted by the Duchess’s support and shared a photo of Kate in their design on Instagram.
Kate’s showstopping gown featured silver shimmering sequins inspired by vintage lace tablecloth – and she complemented her outfit with a pair of Gianvito Rossi heels costing £510.
Kate has had a recent string of style hits. The Needle & Thread frock comes shortly after she won plaudits for wearing a houndstooth Zara dress on an engagement in Bradford last week
The engagement, which marked William’s first solo reception at the palace, comes after his brother Prince Harry, 35, jetted off to Canada tonight to be with Meghan Markle, 38, after a deal was reached on their departure from the royal family.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were joined at the reception by other senior royals Prince Edward, his wife Sophie, Countess of Wessex, and Princess Anne, but the Queen and Prince Charles were not in attendance.