Kate Middleton is a vision in blue coat dress at Order of the Garter service

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge (aka Kate Middleton) and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, visit the Fitzwilliam Museum to view their royal portrait on Thursday (June 23) in Cambridge, England.

People. I know what you're thinking—"the artist depicted Kate wearing a dress by 'The Vampire's Wife' as she stands alongside her husband, future King of England, in their first official portrait? Is that not…shady?" The meaning behind the name of the fashion brand, though, is actually kind of sweet. The Vampire's Wife was founded by Susie Cave, wife of prolific musician Nick Cave, and named after one of Nick's abandoned book projects.

Kate Middleton has nailed summer chic as she and husband Prince William arrived at The Fitzwilliam Museum.The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, who recently celebrated William's 40th birthday, were photographed arriving at the museum on Thursday 23 June. Part of The University of Cambridge, Kate and William were seen with wide smiles plastered across their faces as they walked inside. Kate, also 40, looked incredible in a multicoloured and patterned midi dress, which she paired with a light blue coat.

A stunning new portrait of Kate Middleton and Prince William has been released – the first of its kind.The painting was commissioned by the Cambridgeshire Royal Portrait Fund, held by the Cambridge Community Foundation last year, and was created by award-winning British portrait artist Jamie Coreth. It has been created as a gift to Cambridgeshire, sparking Jamie to incorporate the City of Cambridge into the portrait by painting the background with the tones and colours of many of the historical stone buildings that are synonymous with the city.The painting shows the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge standing side-by-side as Kate wears a stunning emerald green dress – a colour the 40 year old royal has been seen wearing on several occasions.

As Meghan Markle told Oprah Winfrey that Kate Middleton made her cry ahead of her wedding, it allegedly caused major damage to William and Harry's relationship.The Mail on Sunday's assistant editor, Kate Mansey, has claimed that Meghan's comments damaged the relationship between the Royal brothers, and that their relationship continues to be "frosty". Speaking to Palace Confidential on Mailplus, Ms Mansey said: "It was such a shame.

Kate Middleton's affection to Prince William was spotted at one of her first royal events with a cheeky comment, which has been spotted by a lip reader following Wills' 40th birthday.The sweet moment was seen way back in 2006, where Kate was on hand to cheer her boyfriend during his Royal Military Academy graduation in Sandhurst.And, according to lip-reading expert Jeremy Freeman, she was rather taken by her other half's military gear.

Prince William and Kate Middleton are showing their support for the Caribbean community in the U.K.

Prince William was reportedly an admirer of Kate Middleton's cheeky hen do — and even liked her Cheryl tribute.The then-30-year-old Duchess of Cambridge spent one of her last days as a single woman belting out one of the Geordie singer's hits while dressed in full costume.Imitating Cheryl's outfit from her famous X Factor 'Fight for This Love' performance two years before, Kate decided to don a bodysuit, split trousers, and a peaked hat as she partied with her close friends in a low-key setting.READ MORE: Princess Eugenie shares rare pics of husband Jack with son August on Father's DayKate’s sister Pippa Middleton is known to have been left impressed by her moves. The amusing mini-performance was recalled by Prince William backstage at the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee concert in 2012 when he asked the popstar: “Did you know you’ve got a bit of competition?”Revealing what the Prince said next, Cheryl wrote her in tell-all book My Story: "Kate confessed that she dressed up as me on her hen night, in a bodysuit and split trousers, and sang Fight For This Love."She even learnt the dance routine and was step-perfect by all accounts." But pre-royal life the Duchess was generally not said to be much of a party animal, with royal author Katie Nicholl recalling her sensible socialising habits for her book Kate: The Future Queen.For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletter by clicking here.An unnamed friend who joined Kate when she spent her gap year in Italy said: "She'd get giggly and silly after a few glasses, so then she would stop.""She was never interested in getting really drunk.

Prince William has endured a frosty relationship with his brother Prince Harry ever since Meghan Markle told Oprah Winfrey that Kate Middleton made her cry ahead of her wedding, a royal expert has claimed. Ahead of the Sussexes’ ceremony, it had been reported that Meghan had reduced Kate to tears at Princess Charlotte’s bridesmaid dress fitting, but the opposite is true, according to Harry’s wife.And this is what has created a chasm between the two brothers, says The Mail on Sunday’s assistant editor Kate Mansey.READ MORE: Princess Eugenie offers royal fans rare glimpse into life at Frogmore CottageSpeaking to Palace Confidential on Mailplus, Ms Mansey said: “It was such a shame.

Prince Harry and Prince William has broken down completely, and – according to one royal expert – despite Kate Middleton’s best efforts there’s nothing more to be done.

Who is hosting? The queen, duh. The party will either be held at Windsor Castle or Her Majesty's Sandringham Estate.Who is coming? Senior members of the royal family are expected to attend, but QE2 herself will make a day-of decision because of her “mobility issues” (she is, speaking of birthdays, 96 years old, after all). We don't expect Harry and to attend, but you just know Meghan is going to send a gift, and it's gonna be, like, organic bamboo toothbrushes or something.This content can also be viewed on the site it from.What about flags? Oh my god, I am so glad you asked! Traditionally, the Union flag has been flown on government buildings to mark the birthdays of senior royals, because monarchies are weird.

LOOK: 12 celebrity brides who turned heads in beautiful bright wedding dressesTake Michelle Obama, Kourtney Kardashian, and even the Queen for proof! They were just some of the celebrities and royals who have chosen controversial vows, bridesmaid dresses and food that have divided their fans. Take a look back at their unique wedding days…WATCH: Best moments from Pippa Middleton and James Matthews' romantic weddingPippa Middleton and James Matthews chose to invite plenty of couples to their wedding, including Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, and Kate Middleton and Prince William, but they didn't necessarily spend much time together.To ensure guests mingled with one another at her wedding breakfast, couples were not seated together.

Prince William is celebrating his 40th birthday today, as he is embracing his role as a future King thanks to his wife Kate Middleton.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge tied the knot in a traditional ceremony at London’s Westminster Abbey in April 2011 – six months after Prince William popped the question. But before getting engaged, William, who turns 40 on June 21, and Kate, 40, dated on and off for seven years. Asked in their engagement interview why he had waited so long, William said bashfully: “I wanted to give her a chance to see in and to back out if she needed to before it all got too much.

As the newly married Duke and Duchess of Cambridge waved from the balcony of Buckingham Palace, their happiness was tangible. With Kate radiant in her lace and satin dress and William dashing in a scarlet military uniform, the watching crowd roared as they shared a kiss – and then another.

Prince William and Kate Middleton have been hailed 'the world's most glamorous royal couple' by a royal expert. The praise from royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams comes as a birthday treat for the Duke of Cambridge, who is celebrating his 40th today (June 21).

The Queen is said to be hosting a lavish birthday bash for Kate Middleton and Prince William as the royal couple celebrate turning 40 within six months of each other.The Duchess of Cambridge turned 40 at the beginning of the year, while the Duke celebrates his birthday today, Tuesday 21 June. Kate’s thought to have held “scaled back” birthday celebrations back in January, but will now “celebrate in style” with her husband as Her Majesty The Queen, 96, will allow the pair to have a party at either Windsor Castle or at Sandringham.

Prince William and wife Kate Middleton will hold a joint 40th birthday celebration after her own party plans were cancelled due to high Covid rates.

Kate Middleton has "provided a sense of normalcy and stability" that Prince William "desperately needed," a royal expert has claimed. Brittani Barger, the deputy editor of Royal Central, believes Kate is highly important to William in his preparation to be king.

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