The Duchess of Cambridge handed out the Queen Elizabeth II Award

Kate Middleton wore a belted dress from Canadian designer Edeline Lee. Nadia Irena Maya earrings. Emmy London Rebecca pumps

On May 4, 2022, The Duchess of Cambridge handed out the Queen Elizabeth II Award for British Design at an event hosted by the British Fashion Council at the Design Museum in London. The award is given for the purpose of recognising the cultural and trade role that British design has played during the reign of the Queen.

Kate Middleton wore a belted dress from Canadian designer Edeline Lee. Nadia Irena Maya earrings. Emmy London Rebecca pumps

Kate Middleton wore a belted dress from Canadian designer Edeline Lee. Nadia Irena Maya earrings. Emmy London Rebecca pumps

Kate Middleton wore a belted dress from Canadian designer Edeline Lee. Nadia Irena Maya earrings. Emmy London Rebecca pumps

Every year, this award is presented by Royal ladies. In 2019, Duchess of Cornwall handed out the award, while it was presented by Princess Anne in 2020, and last year was the turn of Countess of Wessex. The Duchess wore a belted dress from Canadian designer Edeline Lee.

Kate Middleton wore a belted dress from Canadian designer Edeline Lee. Nadia Irena Maya earrings. Emmy London Rebecca pumps

Kate Middleton wore a belted dress from Canadian designer Edeline Lee. Nadia Irena Maya earrings. Emmy London Rebecca pumps

Kate Middleton wore a belted dress from Canadian designer Edeline Lee. Nadia Irena Maya earrings. Emmy London Rebecca pumps

Kate Middleton wore a belted dress from Canadian designer Edeline Lee. Nadia Irena Maya earrings. Emmy London Rebecca pumps

Kate Middleton wore Edeline Lee Pedernal Dress
Edeline Lee Pedernal Dress

Kate Middleton wore Emmy London Rebecca pumps
Emmy London Rebecca pumps

Kate Middleton wore Nadia Irena Maya earrings
Nadia Irena Maya earrings

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  1. Anonymous4/5/22 19:42

    Beautiful dress in a nice colour with an eye-catching belt, but I don't like the ribbons on the sleeves. To me these ruin a perfect look.

    MCS

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    1. Anonymous4/5/22 22:20

      I agree - it was perfect until I saw those ribbons!
      ...Marie

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    2. Agree re fabulous colour and shape of dress. The ribbons would certainly annoy me, but they make the dress a little more modern which is what we often ask for on this blog.

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  2. Anonymous4/5/22 19:50

    Beautiful color on Kate but the bows/ribbons on her elbows would drive me crazy with their flapping around. She is a very pretty woman though the central part in her hair isn't the best look.
    MD

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    1. Anonymous5/5/22 01:44

      I don’t know who is advising her on parting in the center. It ages her and it’s a harsh look on her. She looks best with a side part. MR

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    2. Anonymous6/5/22 13:50

      Beautiful hairstyle - something different but noooot aging at all!!!Siv

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  3. Anonymous4/5/22 19:55

    Wow Wow Wow.
    MimiMi the original

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  4. Anonymous4/5/22 20:19

    Perfection! Love straight hair.

    DP

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    1. Anonymous5/5/22 04:43

      I agree about her hair. Modern and chic. It suits her age much better than the blow out she is so well known for. ~d

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  5. Anonymous4/5/22 20:22

    YES! This is a new style, well suited for the occasion. I was kind of nervous that it would not flatter her A-line shape but with the last two photos she looks amazing at every angle.

    miss W

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    1. Anonymous6/5/22 13:51

      oh no need to be nervous...Siv

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  6. Colore e vestito bellissimi, lei stupenda!

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  7. Best outfit I've seen her wear. She looks great, ultra modern, great color. Just an A+

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    1. Anonymous5/5/22 20:41

      My thoughts exactly! CC

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    2. Anonymous6/5/22 08:27

      I agree, above all I appreciate the change of the look. I don't mind the ribbons on the sleeves. Remember she wouldn't do the cooking with that dress, so they will not be disturbing.

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  8. Anonymous4/5/22 21:04

    Perfect color and fit. I prefer the bows on the sleeves the way Kate is wearing them...not dangling loose like the model. Very flattering to the DoC's silhouette!

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  9. Anonymous4/5/22 22:04

    Hi, For some reason, the belt’s two gold buckles are driving me crazy. I don’t like the dress because of that. Lisa

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    1. Anonymous6/5/22 13:52

      Have some yoga! Siv

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  10. Anonymous4/5/22 22:54

    I agree with some of the other commenters that I love the dress but for the ties on the sleeves. But I checked their website and it comes with long sleeves and I just may have to get it for myself! Love her straight hair.

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  11. Anonymous4/5/22 23:33

    Very nice, classic with a twist. I think it’s a great choice for this event (V.M.)

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  12. Belle allure dans ce modèle moderne avec une ceinture originale qui attire immédiatement le regard ; ravie qu'elle ait ressorti de son écrin ces boucles d'oreilles dont j'adore le style aérien !

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  13. I like Kate's dress but not the belt part. I do really not understand how ladies can wear their hair like these. It looks so stern and it reminds me of the Adams family.

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  14. Anonymous5/5/22 00:33

    The dress and the shoes look fine. Kate's hair looks flat and lifeless;she needs a few layers(Tabby)

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  15. Wow you nailed it this time, looking fabulous.
    The posture and the placement of her arms, so much better. She must be having deportment advice, who ever she is using perfect. Her arms are placed so much better. (Not palms facing the front so much anymore) Well done.

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  16. This is a lovely dress, the neckline is different, I like it. The ribbons on the sleeves are a real distraction and serve no purpose. Regardless the outfit looks modern and edgy. I love the shoes and clutch choice, perfect. The earrings look fabulous. Her makeup looks good, natural. She looks beautiful.

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  17. This dress is beautiful color and style but without two belt buckles would look nicer .
    Ava

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  18. I think I'm the only one who thinks this is just .... Not good at all. The sleeves, the buckles, the seaming, the fabric, the shoes and bag that don't match the dress but also don't provide enough contrast, nothing. I think Catherine was trying too hard amongst these fashion people.

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    1. Anonymous5/5/22 09:14

      No, I agree... and it looks more as a autumn outfit than one to wear in late spring, iMO. LL

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    2. Anonymous5/5/22 16:31

      CP Cathrine is looking classy and elegant, as always. The other women looks like an answer for spring and future. Mary

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  19. Anonymous5/5/22 03:56

    Like the dress her straight looks great. Mary

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  20. Anonymous5/5/22 05:38

    Add me to the glee club! I think this is a smashingly modern dress and Kate looks smashing in it. As someone said, there's a very modern vibe to her look and I see it especially in the second last photo. I'm very glad that she didn't wear the 'ear decorations' that the model is sporting, lol.
    - Anon 9:13

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  21. I like the color, the cut of the skirt on the bias/cape& the collar, I don't like the silly ribbons, the double belt buckle and I am on the fence about the fabric. Nice earrings and predictable shoe color. Not a bad outfit, but nothing special.

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  22. Anonymous5/5/22 06:31

    Very lovely sleek and elegant dress. Interesting style, love the color and belt (belt is removable, so with different belt, she can create new styling).
    Catherine's hair look very beautiful. So shiny and thick, growing longer and longer.
    / Elisa /

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  23. Anonymous5/5/22 07:32

    It has been said here already. The ribbons at the sleeves not bad but a bit too long. Two belt buckles not flattering. I'm getting the impression that Kate is copying the hairstyle of Mary of Denmark. Two days ago at the official dinner for the prime minister of India, Mary had exactly the same hairstyle, or is it Mary who is copying Kate and/or Letizia.
    I love the blue two pieces ensemble of the lady next to Kate.

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    1. Yes, that blue two piece ensemble is beautiful.

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    2. Anonymous5/5/22 20:08

      Yes...this is a rare moment, when some others are nicer dressed than Kate. The Lady in blue wears the best outfit for my liking. Frieda

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  24. Anonymous5/5/22 08:22

    Nice jewel hue, but I'm not really into the belt buckle and the sleeves ribbon design.

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  25. Anonymous5/5/22 09:00

    A rare miss for me from the Duchess of Cambridge. The colour and material is beautiful, but those things ribbons on the arms are a no from me. The lady in white is best dressed in my opinion.

    T

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  26. P. the original5/5/22 09:48

    Duchess Catherine looks absolutely glamorous in this forest green dress.
    Love everything about this outfit and the matching pumps are to die for.
    Perfect make - up and the straightened hair with the central parting suits her so well.
    Her posture has improved a lot.
    Well done.
    10/10 (and more).
    The other ladies look nice as well, particularly the one in the cobalt blue(or purple?) ensemble.

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  27. Anonymous5/5/22 10:02

    I thought the Duchess was very beautiful and elegant. I loved the hairstyle too. Stretched and middle parted is very modern.

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  28. There are more photos on Daily Mail. Catherine looks gorgeous.

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    1. Anonymous7/5/22 03:36

      Yes, but she is becoming too thin !!

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