Skip to Content

Kate in Blue Hues for Day Two of Northern Ireland Trip

The Duchess was in blue for day two of the visit to Northern Ireland.

The day’s first engagement was at Hillsborough Castle, where the Duke and Duchess had a private meeting with officers and staff from the Police Service in Northern Ireland.

The couple heard about the unique challenges encountered by law enforcement personnel.

 

The next stop was the Braid Arts Centre.

ITV reports the Baron and Baroness Carrickfergus (as they are titled here) were greeted by hundreds of cheering well-wishers when they arrived.

Kate and William did a walkabout.

 

As ever, the Duchess is very much in her element on these.

Valentine Low of The Times tweeted a photo of Hannah, who is 9 years old. She is doing a biography on the Duchess for a school project.

 

More about Hannah’s encounter from Hannah Furness’s story in The Telegraph.

Teacher Susan McKeegan said: “I told her that in literacy we are doing biography, and one of my pupils is doing a biography about her. She asked who the pupil was. I introduced her to Hannah.

“She very nicely went over and spoke to her, and asked if she had any questions.”

Hannah said: “I asked if she liked being a princess, and is the palace big?

“She said she liked being a princess because she can travel around the world and meet all the lovely children. She gets to talk to them – she loves meeting and talking to the children.”

The Duchess told her: “I love working with young people. Everyone is so brave and strong in some of the places we go. It’s very nice to meet you. Good luck with the biography!”

Mr. Low also posted a video of Hannah and the Duchess having that conversation.

 

Kate was also taken by an infant she met; The Telegraph has more:

During a walkabout in Ballymena, Northern Ireland, the Duchess met five-month-old baby James Barr and told his father Alan: “He’s gorgeous. It makes me feel a broody.”

To which Mr Barr asked: “Baby number four?” The Duchess laughed and conceded: “I think William would be little worried.”

 

They were at the Braid Centre to learn about Cinemagic, a charity using the visual arts to increase opportunities and develop skills for young people from all backgrounds.

More from The Daily Mail:

They also watched young budding directors and producers as they practised shooting a film.

The Duke and Duchess chatted to the Cinemagic members as they demonstrated the software used to help create programmes and films.

Below, hearing more about Cinemagic.

Kate working with children in a workshop at Cinemagic.

A still shot of the Duchess and the children in the makeup workshop.

The couple watched a Musical Theatre performance.

And spent time watching young producers and directors working on a film. 

Below, speaking with some of the participants from the show.  

A group photo before leaving. 

The final engagement today was at Sure Start, a government program that supports parents with children aged under four years old living in disadvantaged areas in Northern Ireland.

Below, the Duke and Duchess with a program administrator. 

And meeting one of the children benefiting from the program.

The Duke and Duchess took part in a number of activities with children.
 
Kate helped this little one blow on the candles on her ‘cake.’ 
 
Jeff J Mitchell/AFP/Getty Images
 
From the a/w 2018 collection, the piece is described as a reinterpretation of the classic trench coat. The garment’s most distinctive design element is the removable cape; it also features an oversized collar, self-belt, slanted front pockets and large buttons. Here is how the coat looked in Mulberry’s promotional shots; the coral or salmon almost looks like it is done in velour.
 
Interestingly, the official color name for Kate’s coat is lavender blue. Many thanks to Laura (aka Japanese Ginger) for her speedy ID work!
 
You can see why there were references on social media to the Beauxbatons from the Harry Potter novels.
 
To a lesser extent, there were comments about Mary Poppins Returns. This is probably inevitable given how infrequently we see the Duchess in a cape, let alone as part of a coat.
 
Kate’s dress is a new bespoke dress by Jenny Packham.
 
It is a basic sheath in what *might* be a knit fabric, accented by navy blue velvet trim at the neckline, cuffs and a wider strip at the waist.
 
Many thanks to The Daily Mail’s Caroline Parr for sharing ID information on the piece.
 
The Duchess wore her Rupert Sanderson Malory pumps.
 
And carried her ‘Celeste’ bag by Jimmy Choo.
 
Kate also had on her diamond and sapphire earrings (see inset photo below left). And a wave goodbye.
 
VIDEOS:
This piece is just a bit less than two minutes and covers the walkabout.

 
LINKAGE:
Pin It

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Sunny

Monday 4th of March 2019

I feel like blue is her confidence or power color. I don't mind the dress, but the coat for me was a bit much. However, maybe it's because we are so used to seeing a clean tailored look in all her coats and this was a surprise. The color is wonderful, the caping, "meh". I love this blog, I have followed for years and rarely post a comment, but I come here so frequently to see the Duchess' calendar and most recent looks. Thank you!

The Way We Were

Monday 4th of March 2019

The power blue coat...I thought it reminded of another one she owned...without the shoulder flaps...which I thought was not needed.

The blue dress and the missoni dress from yesterday ...on point!

Patty Rasmussen

Monday 4th of March 2019

So funny. My mother had a Loden blue coat very similar to the one KM is wearing that I used to borrow when I was in high school. She bought it when we lived in Germany in the 1970s. It was very warm and had the same removable cape. I loved wearing it. I think it's long gone now. Kate looks stunning as ever. The whole ensemble is perfect and baby James would make me broody, too, if I were of broody age.

Donna

Sunday 3rd of March 2019

LOVE the complete outfit. Coat is a beautiful blue. She always looks so elegant on her engagements.

Is blue her favorite color.?

Thank you for all that you do to make this such an enjoyable experience.

admin

Monday 4th of March 2019

Thank you, Donna, it's a labor of love! :)

Spruha

Sunday 3rd of March 2019

Hi! I was wondering if you were going to update the "Iconic Looks" section of your website! The DoC has worn quite a few looks after 2016 that could arguably be added. Maybe a poll to choose?

admin

Sunday 3rd of March 2019

Yes, absolutely! I have two halfway done and hope to have them up soon.?

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.