A stunning Duchess Catherine, has stepped out at a State Reception at Government House in New Zealand, wearing a gorgeous gown created by one of her favourite designers, Jenny Packham.
A stunning Duchess Catherine, has stepped out at a State Reception at Government House in New Zealand, wearing a gorgeous bespoke gown created by one of her favourite designers, Jenny Packham.
Looking lovely in the black long-sleeve dress, which features a crystal encrusted fern on the shoulder, the Duchess and Duke of Cambridge delighted the crowd, greeting guests and fellow dignitaries on arrival.
The highlight of tonight’s event will be the unveiling of the Queen’s portrait by a New Zealand artist Nick Cuthell.
Prince William made his first speech of the tour beginning with a Maori greeting and thanks the Governor-General for allowing his family to stay.
“I hope George doesn’t keep you up. He can be very vocal at 3am. I swear I heard him doing the haka this morning. He’s a bonny lad and I’m fairly sure he will be a prop forward,” Prince William joked.
See all of the pictures from the event here.
Duchess Catherine at Government House.
The Duchess prepares to unveil a portrait of the Queen.
Catherine’s Jenny Jenny Packham dress had a detailed hand-stitched fern on the shoulder.
The Duke and Duchess pose alongside the portrait of the Queen.
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