Hey there! If there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s that timeless pieces never go out of style. And when it comes to the royal family, they’ve got the market cornered on elegant, historic, and meaningful jewels. Recently, Kate Middleton stepped into the spotlight carrying on an incredible tradition. This time, she wore a stunning pearl and diamond choker necklace with a story so rich, it’s straight out of a royal fairy tale. Queen Elizabeth herself lent the Duchess of Cambridge this exquisite piece — the very same necklace worn by Kate’s late mother-in-law, the iconic Princess Diana. Talk about a nod to history!
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From Queen Elizabeth to Kate Middleton: A Necklace That Tells a Story
Now, let’s take a closer look at this dazzling piece of jewelry. The necklace is a masterpiece featuring four strands of perfectly matched pearls, each strand delicately attached to an oval-shaped diamond pendant in the center. Kate chose to wear this statement piece during a very special occasion — Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip’s platinum wedding anniversary on November 20. That’s right, folks, 70 years of marriage! The royal couple celebrated their incredible milestone with a private dinner at Windsor Castle, and Kate, who is currently expecting her third child, was seen arriving alongside her husband, Prince William, and her brother-in-law, Prince Harry.
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A Necklace with Royal Roots
Here’s a fun fact: Queen Elizabeth had this choker specially commissioned after she received a set of cultured pearls as a gift from the Japanese government. Over the years, Her Majesty has been spotted wearing the necklace numerous times during the 1980s and 1990s. Interestingly, the late Princess Diana also borrowed the choker in 1982, the same year Kate Middleton was born. Diana wore it to a state banquet in the Netherlands, adding another layer of significance to the necklace’s storied history.
Kate Recycles Her Favorite Looks
But wait, there’s more! The pearl necklace wasn’t the only repeat appearance at the event. Kate also donned her beloved Diane von Furstenberg Zarita dress, marking the second time this month she’s worn the classic black lace gown. She previously wore it to a gala at Kensington Palace, and it seems like now that she’s in her second trimester of pregnancy, Kate is leaning into her go-to fashion staples. Who can blame her? When you’ve got a wardrobe full of winners, why not stick with what works?
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