Christmas is still a few weeks away, but it looked as if the Duchess of Cambridge was already getting into the festive spirit this morning as she stepped out in a cheerful red dress on an official engagement in Manchester.
Kate has joined her husband William at the Children’s Global Media Summit at the Manchester Central Convention Complex on Wednesday, where the Duke of Cambridge is set to give a keynote speech.
The pregnant mother-of-two arrived wrapped up against the cold in a a £495 check coat by L.K. Bennett, recently spotted on Donna Air, the girlfriend of her brother James.
But once inside, she removed her outerwear to reveal a more cheerful number in bright red by Goat, one of the brands she’s been relying on heavily of late.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge arrive at the Stepping Out Session, Media City, Manchecher
Donna Air, who is dating Kate’s brother James, was spotted in the same £495 coat a few weeks ago in Belgravia
William placed a protective arm on his wife’s back as they arrived at the event in Manchester, which looks at the impact of digital media on children
The event brings together creatives, technology innovators, policymakers and executives from around the world to discuss the future of media for the younger generation and explore the impact digital technology will have on children’s futures.
Kate will join a forum hosted by Sesame Street’s Workshop, the charitable foundation of the children’s TV show, on research commissioned into kindness.
William is due attend a short private meeting related to the Royal Foundation Cyber Bullying Taskforce before giving his speech.
Last month, William gave a speech at the launch of the taskforce at Google’s London headquarters and said he hoped the UK could become a world leader on tackling cyberbullying.
The Duchess was wrapped up warm against the winter chill, teaming her outfit with block heeled court shoes and thick black tights
Pregnant Kate looked fresh-faced and glowing, after attending The Queen’s Diplomatic Reception last night
Before going to the summit, the Duke and Duchess will speak to schoolchildren taking part in a focus group, called a ‘stepping out’ session, where they can give editorial staff and content producers from children’s television their views on new programmes.
It’s been a busy week so far for the couple who last night attended a glittering reception at Buckingham Palace.
The white tie Diplomatic Reception is the main social event of the year in London for the diplomatic community and reflects the Queen’s importance in terms of the UK’s international relations.
For the occasion the Duchess wore the Cambridge Lover’s Knot tiara a piece beloved by William’s late mother, Diana, Princess of Wales
The pregnant mother-of-two appeared to be wearing a white silk gown which featured inticate embellishment around the neckline off-set by an elegant diamond necklace.
Last night the Duke and Duchess attended The Queen’s Diplomatic Reception at Buckingham Palace with Kate opting for the Cambridge Lover’s Knot tiara, which was a favourite with Princess Diana