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Kate Keeps Warm in LK Bennett & Temperley, + Your Favorite Earrings

Before getting to our poll today we want to share a quick update on what Kate wore to watch Prince William play football Christmas Eve. Kate wore LK Bennett’s Darwin Jacket in ‘espresso’ sheepskin, our thanks to WKW Facebook friend Adrienne for the speedy identification of the jacket.

LK Bennett Darwin

The jacket is described this way:

The Darwin is a super sexy shearling jacket and one of the most beautiful pieces of the season. The full collar and cuffs with exposed shearling combined with a nipped waist make this a must have. Feminine seaming makes this a luxurious item but it works equally well for special occasions, work or casual wear – so it is an investment piece that could bring new energy to your whole wardrobe.

LK Bennett is almost entirely out of the jacket online, but we have had multiple reports from those finding it in their local LK Bennett store or stockist, including the Michigan Avenue store in Chicago.  The Darwin is priced at £695, roughly $1100 at today’s exchange rates.

The Duchess was also wearing Temperley’s Honeycomb Jumper (sweater) in Almond (it’s no longer available in this color, we show the Tunic style on the far left in the photo below), our link is to the Orchid colorway. Many thanks to Michele, also a WKW FB friend, she initially discovered the sweater, very quickly I might add!

Temperley London/Net-a-Porter

The sweater is said to be one of Alice Temperley’s first designs, it is made of supersoft lambswool, with detail at the rolled collar and extended sleeves, the Orchid is selling at $525. The pattern is replicated in a broad range of pieces, including a Honeycomb Dress, Jacket, and Tunic (available in several colors).

Kate is wearing the Le Chameau Vierzonord (or Vierzon Nord) boots we initially posted about here. The Ladies Vierzonord is currently available at Philip Morris at £150 in all sizes, in the US the boot is available at Orvis in a broad range of sizes at £150.

Le Chameau

In the US Endless, 6pm, Cabela’s and Orvis carry the brand, I’m not sure how many stock this specific model.  For those unfamiliar with the brand, Le Chameau makes an exceptional boot that will keep your feet warm and dry under almost any conditions, they can take also take a beating.

We don’t know the brand of jeans or hat, if we do learn more we’ll post an update here.

A reminder that the Lynn News will be printing pictures in tomorrow’s paper, I presume they will also share them online. In the interim, click here for the paper’s wonderful slide show and music sharing the images from the Christmas Eve football game as well as the walkabout following church on Christmas Day.

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Our ‘Pick Your Favorite _____” polls are designed to learn your top choices among those things Kate has worn, be they apparel, accessories…or jewelry. Today it is the latter, we ask you to vote for your favorite earrings.

Our visual refresher begins with the Kiki McDonough Grace studs.

Canadian Heritage/Kiki McDonough

The oft-worn Citrine Drops by Kiki McDonough have also been seen frequently.

Canadian Heritage/Kiki McDonough

The Kiki McDonough Diamond and Green Amethyst (quartz) drops were first seen on Christmas Day.

Kiki McDonough

The Links of London Hope Egg earrings have been worn many timers, including in an engagement photo.

Canadian Heritage/Links of London

Another pair by Links of London, the Effervescent Bubble Stiletto earrings.

Canadian Heritage/Links of London

The Vinnie Day Leaf Hoop earrings were seen most recently in Copenhagen, but worn many times prior to that event.

The Eva by Beaut Jewelry was worn with Kate’s Jenny Packham silvery gown in November at the National Memorial Arboretum fundraiser.

Not seen quite as frequently, the Tiffany Diamond and Sapphire cabochons worn for last year’s engagement announcement, as well as on other occasions, like the couple’s visit to Birmingham in August following the riots.

Canadian Heritage/Tiffany

These glittering diamond and sapphire earrings debuted at the service for Prince Philip’s 90th birthday, I continue to believe they have been remade for Kate from Diana’s earrings.

Canadian Heritage

It looks like the diamond cluster drops that were first seen at the Canada Day concert in Ottawa will make regular appearances.

Many thanks to both My Small Obsessions and Diana’s Jewels, both have been more-than-generous in sharing their insight and experience on all things jewelry-related since the very first WKW post.

Don’t forget to vote on your favorite coat and/or your favorite evening gowns.

 

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Kate's Great

Saturday 31st of December 2011

Loved the Links of London and Kiki studs!

Just wanted to thank WKW and all the like-minded fans... we keep the world turning... and keep it a much more interesting place! :)

Susan

Friday 30th of December 2011

I went to the L.K. Bennet store today and I saw the coat in black, I tried it on and it is very warm/stylish.

Elaine2

Friday 30th of December 2011

It's kind of refreshing to see a casual outfit for a change. It doesn't really 'wow' me, though. I do like the sweater, and the shape of the jacket. Her jeans fit impeccably. Now those boots are another matter.......LOL........not a fan of those at all, and I live in a rainy area. She makes it look like she's slogging through a bog or something, and probably just had to cross some wet grass.

cks

Saturday 31st of December 2011

Those same boots she wore when hunting with WIlliam last year. My guess is that the wellies get a lot of use walking the dogs, etc. I know that the pair I have (though mine are blue with green polka dots - a gift from my children) may not look stylish when worn but they are great when I need to be out and about in sloppy weather. If one is standing in wet grass for a long period, one would not want to wear leather shoes or boots as one's feet would get wet, the shoes or boots ruined, and one would be uncomfortable.

I thought her clothing choice a practical one.

waywewere

Friday 30th of December 2011

I have to say everyday I find Princess Harry hotter than ever. LOL For the earrings, I totally go for the 2 deco inspired ones...but which one to vote? I am not sure. it is tough for me to choose...

Melissa

Saturday 31st of December 2011

I know he is gorgeous

WayWeWere

Friday 30th of December 2011

I mean to say "Prince Harry". Oops. :)

Rene

Friday 30th of December 2011

It was hard to choose from so many great earrings! She looks great in everything that she wears, but I wish that Kate and Pippa would take a stand against the cruel fur industry.

Anna Marie

Sunday 1st of January 2012

I totally agree. There is so much really nice faux fur made these days, there is no reason for any animals to lose their lives for even the most fashionable fur pieces!! (Actually, even before nice faux fur, I just didn't wear fur at all.) I agree 100% with your comment, Rene!

Stella

Friday 30th of December 2011

THANK YOU! I agree 100%

Elle

Friday 30th of December 2011

Quote: It was hard to choose from so many great earrings! She looks great in everything that she wears, but I wish that Kate and Pippa would take a stand against the cruel fur industry.

Comment: Speaking as an animal lover, I would like that, too. (even great if one of her causes were animal-related)

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