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Another Roksanda Ilincic Frock for Kate & The Return of a Hobbs Favorite

Kate wore Roksanda Ilincic for today’s visit to historic Ayer’s Rock, now called by its Aboriginal name, Uluru. Below you see William and Kate after landing at Yulara Airport.Stephen Lock / i-Images / Polaris

The couple flew to Australia’s Northern Territory from Canberra, they had several engagements scheduled, starting with a visit at the National Indigenous Training Academy.

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Before a lush field of grass in the middle of the desert, the Anangu people waited under a tree for William and Kate at the National Indigenous Training Academy where they presented students with graduation certificates.

William, who is on his second visit to Uluru after his parents Prince Charles and Diana took him there on their visit 1983, was presented with a three metre long traditional Aboriginal spear.

Adam Giles/Chief Minister of the Northern Territory

Adam Giles/Chief Minister of the Northern Territory

As seen above, Kate wore a new dress from Roksanda Ilincic. Below left we show the Duchess wearing a very similar piece by the designer during the 2011 North American Tour, for an event at the Royal Academy of Arts in July of 2012, and a photo from today.Kate Middleton Two 2 Roksanda Ilincic Dresses Similar

Looking for the exact dress worn by the Duchess proved challenging. Two very savvy fashion experts, Michelle of Perth Fashion and Ayvee from Diana’s Jewels, were on the case. Both believe Kate was wearing the Lovina dress in a custom fabric, we show the dress in two different colors below.Lyst

The biggest difference between the Peridot worn in the USA (and again at a London reception) and the dress worn today is in the styling on the back, there is no peplum detailing on the back of the dress worn today.
From The Australian:

The Duke, dressed casually in an open-necked shirt, his sleeves rolled up, was presented with a two-metre barbed mulga wood spear bound in traditional fashion with kangaroo tendons. Kate said she was thrilled to receive a handpainted bracelet made of seed, which she immediately donned.

Stephen Lock / i-Images /www.i-Images.co

Here you can better see that bracelet.

Stephen Lock/i-Images/www.i-Images.co

Stephen Lock/i-Images/www.i-Images.co

William and Kate’s next scheduled engagement was at the Uluru Cultural Center, offering displays on the area’s history and culture, art galleries, and more. Before arriving at the Cultural Center Kate changed into a frock familiar to many fashion followers, her Hobbs Wessex dress.

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That dress was first seen when William, Kate, and Harry joined together to announce a charitable initiative aimed at improving sports coaching in schools, that event was in late July 2012. The Wessex is made of linen, it certainly looks cooler than the Ilincic, and much more casual.  The frock features a boatneck, short sleeves, fitted waist and bodice, and concealed zipper.Hobbs/Lewis Whyld-PA Wire

The couple watched traditional dances at the Cultural Center, viewed artwork, and met with artisans. They were also given more gifts, including a hand-carved shield for William and a necklace for Kate. Following this event, there was a tea, after which the Duke and Duchess will move to the giant sandstone rock formation for which the area is famous.

The Duchess wore earrings today first seen during the 2012 Diamond Jubilee tour (left) and again for the Queen’s pre-Christmas lunch in December of 2013. They are the Double Leaf earrings by artisan Catherine Zoraida.

Catherine

Yesterday we shared info on the new miniature charms Kate is wearing, identified by My Small Obsessions as being part of Asprey’s Woodland Collection.  Below, the mushroom, acorn, and oak leaf. As was noted by several commenters yesterday, the acorn holds special significance as it is part of the Middleton family’s coat of arms.

i-Images/i-Images/Asprey London

i-Images/i-Images/Asprey London

This isn’t the first time the Duchess has worn Asprey, one of her more frequently worn necklaces has been her Asprey 167 button pendant (167 New Bond Street is the jeweler’s address).

L: John Stillwell/PA Wire/R: Asprey

L: John Stillwell/PA Wire R: Asprey

Kate wore her LK Bennett Sledge pumps with the Ilincic dress, but I’ve not yet seen if she changed into her Imperias with the Hobbs dress. She also carried the grey suede McQueen clutch we have seen previously. One other style note, Kate did not wear hose (aka tights) today.

i-Images/Polaris

i-Images/Polaris

A new photo is in of Kate receiving the gift of a beaded necklace. The Duchess is wearing her Imperias.Stephen Lock / i-Images / www.i-Images.co

NEXT ENGAGEMENTS (Wednesday in Australia, Tuesday night in the US):

  • Fly to Adelaide in South Australia, more specifically to the suburb of Elizabeth, named after HM
  • Visit the Northern Sound System, a youth-driven community music centre, where the Duke and Duchess will watch a skateboarding demonstration
  • Head to the Playford Civic Centre for a reception hosted by the Governor and Premier of South Australia

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monalisa

Sunday 27th of April 2014

Boy two more misses. The earlier version of the Roksander dress was better. The fabric was softer and draped well. This new one looks stiff and tacked together. The delicate necklace also doesn't work with the bulkier folded fabric. As for the Hobbs dress - its just boring both the cut and and the colour - does nothing for her. Perhaps because of meddling from the palace about toning down her look, she seems to have lost her formerly great sense of style and fashion.

Sonia Hussie

Thursday 24th of April 2014

As a Territorian, Kate's choices where not good. William looked excellent. You do not go bush an wear the type of clothes she wore even if your royal, cotton an linen are the only way to go. Her obsession with high heals and those awful wedge shoes is atrocious. Princess Diana did better with her style when she visited Uluru.

Elisabeth

Wednesday 23rd of April 2014

I am wondering, she doesn't seem to wear any tights... I thougth that was necessary when you're a royal? She did wear them in Canada, as far as I can remember.

Keep up the good work, love your updates!

Barcy

Wednesday 23rd of April 2014

It just kills me to be critical of anything Kate wears as I normally love her style. However, I just can't say anything nice about this look. The neckline is strange and her necklace looks odd with it. The color is very muddy (although that may just be the way it photographs). Plus, this is a very dressy look and with William being dressed casually they just look kind of odd. It is like they dressed for two different events. I much prefer her second look of the day.

Michelle S

Wednesday 23rd of April 2014

I love the cut and color of the Roksanda dress, but I don't think the belt is really working with it. I also think she was a little overdressed compared to William, but I would always rather be over dresses than under dresses and it makes sense that she is showing respect by dressing her best. I do hope we see her is something a bit more interesting soon - it seems like everything lately has been a little blah.

C Hosking

Wednesday 23rd of April 2014

On the contrary! I him the belt is the only thing working for it!! She has such a slight frame that without it, it would look very much like a sack. The belt gives her figure some shape!

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