The Duchess of Cambridge's Eveningwear Part 9: November 2018 - November 2019


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I like more the first version off the shoulders, It does not look big alteration but I am sure it is a lot of work, and I guess they have fabric left over to do it!
I would like an up do with this dress also
 
I think it looks much better with sleeves; those Bardot straps worn off-shoulder looked very awkward to me.

(I think it's the same dress; the top is just redone).
 
Hideous the first time, and still so now... worthy only of a 70's Secretary 'on a night out'...
 
I wouldn't call it hideous but it is reminiscent of an "Easy-To-Sew" 1970s dress pattern.
 
Lilyflo said:
I wouldn't call it hideous but it is reminiscent of an "Easy-To-Sew" 1970s dress pattern.
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Yes, I guess we all have to face it, the styles of past generations are all the vogue now in every upscale area for the wealthy set. I personally love them. Most are modest and form fitting. We will still see the entertainment "ladies" with body parts exposed and over done make-up and enough jewelry to sink a ship, but not on the classy people. Think old movies and Grace Kelly, etc. Thirty years from now it will all probably swing back to the Hippy look!
 
eya said:
Duchess of Cambridge at the reception in Belfast tonight! Elegant with Missoni!!

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I love this dress. It's very beautiful and elegant. A wonderful dress.

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The Duchess of Cambridge at the Portrait Gala in London this evening, March 12, wearing a McQueen dress similar to one she wore in 2017:


** Full view ** Full view 2 ** Upper part ** February 2017 **
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I don't like this dress. I'm not fond of the design.
 
Not one my favorites but an improvement on the first variation. Hair up would have been better. She wore a stiff petticoat the first time, this time it looks draggy
 
The dress looks a lot better with the sleeves. In some photos I like it, in others not so much.

I usually think her hair looks good down but it seems a little messy here.
 
Winnie said:
Yes, I guess we all have to face it, the styles of past generations are all the vogue now in every upscale area for the wealthy set. I personally love them. Most are modest and form fitting. We will still see the entertainment "ladies" with body parts exposed and over done make-up and enough jewelry to sink a ship, but not on the classy people. Think old movies and Grace Kelly, etc. Thirty years from now it will all probably swing back to the Hippy look!
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My favourite retro styles on Catherine are the ones inspired by Dior's New Look. I have photos of my mother looking amazing (she's tall & slim too) & it's such a flattering silhouette. The Queen (average height) looked fabulous in this style too.
 
White was a good choice for Catherine, it went with the colors of the RVO and RFO, is on both nations' flags, and is neutral politically (you know the press would have had a field day if she wore red or blue due to their American political associations).
 
Stunning appearance by the duchess enhanced by the jewels and orders and a really beautiful hairstyle.
 
Love the earrings and seeing her orders...normally love McQueen but it's a bit flat for me...likely the color.
 
This is a truly horrid dress.

Kate continues to water down McQueen.

I do love her hair though.
 
The DoC rarely disappoints at formal occasions and tonight is no exception.

She looks absolutely stunning and perfect!
 
Okay, you can throw tomatoes at me. I do not like the Princess’ dress. The style is fine, but the little rows of ruffles have to go. I am sorry to say, back in the 1950’s to 1960’s, I went to many ethnic funerals...the ruffles remind me of the inside of a coffin. I asked my mom why so many ruffles....answer was that was the way the living liked the inside of a coffin to look. Loose the ruffles...little rows of ruffles.... okay throw tomatoes I have my helmet on.
 
MsJulie said:
Okay, you can throw tomatoes at me. I do not like the Princess’ dress. The style is fine, but the little rows of ruffles have to go. I am sorry to say, back in the 1950’s to 1960’s, I went to many ethnic funerals...the ruffles remind me of the inside of a coffin. I asked my mom why so many ruffles....answer was that was the way the living liked the inside of a coffin to look. Loose the ruffles...little rows of ruffles.... okay throw tomatoes I have my helmet on.
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Several folks here aren't that crazy about the dress this year. I doubt you'll have to dodge tomatoes!


LaRae
 
I think Her Royal Highness looks amazing. Very regal and looking like a future Queen.
 
While I'm glad to see Princess Catherine in sash and order at last, I'm neutral on the gown because the frills look a bit small for her height. The Duchess of Cambridge wears a lot of clothes; does anyone know if she borrows or if she owns her fabulous wardrobe?
 
Count me as a no on the dress. Just too much frill for me. Her hair does look amazing.
 
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