Royal Glamour: Kate Middleton Shines in Princess of Wales Tiara

The Princes of Wales stole the show at the state banquet held at Buckingham Palace in South African President Cyril Ramaphosa's honour.

Kate and William's royal journey reached a significant milestone with this banquet, marking their first as the Prince and Princess of Wales.

Royal enthusiasts eagerly awaited Kate's outfit choice, and she did not disappoint.

The former Kate Middleton, now the new Princess of Wales, adorned herself with the Queen Mary's Lover's Knot Tiara, a beloved piece once worn by the late Princess Diana.

This exquisite tiara, featuring teardrop pearls and dazzling diamonds, added an extra touch of glamour to Kate's already sensational look.

Crafted in 1914 by royal jeweller Gerard to Queen Mary's personal design, the tiara is a blend of pearls and diamonds from the royal family's collection.

Although its original designer remains a mystery, it was later passed down to Princess Diana, who graced several occasions wearing it.

Kate paired the tiara with an embellished white dress, a cape, a brooch bearing Queen Elizabeth II's image, and a regal blue sash.

Her diamond and pearl accessories perfectly complemented the heirloom, drawing admiration from royal fans worldwide.

Commenting on Kate's outfit, fans expressed awe, with one stating, “I genuinely gasped.”

Kate's fondness for pearls as her signature jewel resonates with the style of both Queen Diana and Queen Elizabeth.

Despite some fatigue over the tiara's popularity, it undeniably suited Kate's ensemble for the evening, which could easily pass as a wedding dress according to some observers.

Earlier in the day, Kate sported a rich burgundy wool coat paired with pointed toe heels and the Princess of Wales feather brooch, a cherished heirloom gifted to Princess Diana in 1981.

Kate's impeccable style extended to her hair and makeup, with loose curls framing her face under a chic pillbox hat.

Soft bronzer, subtle eye makeup, and rosy blush enhanced her ageless glow, while her Marlbury Bayswater Clutch and Gianvinto 105 Royal Burgundy Suede Pumps completed the ensemble.

This wasn't the first time Kate dazzled in a tiara; she previously wore the lotus flower tiara at a Buckingham Palace reception, where she hosted the diplomatic corps alongside Prince William, King Charles III, and Queen Camilla.

The lotus flower tiara marked a departure from Kate's usual hairstyle, as she wore her hair completely down for the first time with a tiara.

Her tiara journey began on her wedding day in 2011, when she adorned Queen Elizabeth's Cartier Halo tiara with loose curls.

Subsequent tiara appearances included the lotus flower tiara, styled similarly to her wedding day look, before transitioning to chignons as her preferred tiara hairstyle for the following years.

Kate's evolving style and grace continue to captivate audiences, cementing her status as a fashion icon and a beloved member of the royal family.