Kate Middleton Doubles Down on Festive Knitwear—See Her Sequined Cardigan Look

glamour.com:

, has been striking a balance between regal and relatable in her many appearances in the run-up to Christmas–the first one for the royal family since the passing of in September.

Yes, there have been  by Jenny Packham and Needle & Thread (the former worn with the ), and  in burgundy, one of the royal’s most-worn colors—but we’ve also seen the Princess in and courtesy of the , and  while decorating her Christmas tree.Now, Kate has offered up another take on festive knitwear in a promo for Royal Carols: Together At Christmas, filmed on 15 December and due to air on Christmas Eve on ITV in the UK: a , with gold braided trim and black diamanté buttons.The black shade is notable: members of the royal family never wear it except when in mourning, and this year’s carol service is dedicated to the memory of the Queen. “Her Majesty held Christmas close to her heart, as a time that brought people together and reminded us of the importance of faith, friendship and family, and to show empathy and compassion,” the Princess says in the teaser.

This content can also be viewed on the site it from.She continued, “This year, we’ve invited hundreds of inspiring individuals to the service.

Those who showcase the power of connectedness and community values, allowing us to continue Her Majesty’s tradition of recognizing and thanking those who have gone above and beyond to support others.” Among those due to perform?