Kate Loves: Concerts

Hello Duchess Kate readers,
I hope you're all having a fabulous weekend. The Jubilee concert is fast approaching and reportedly no one is more excited about it than Duchess Kate. Her favourite singers Gary Barlow and Robbie Williams from popular UK band Take That will be performing. Of course, we are all eager to see what Kate chooses to wear. Kate has attended memorable concerts over the years and her sartorial choices have been lovely. Continuing on with our Kate Loves series, Let's look back on those concerts :)


2007 was a tumultuous year for William and Kate. The couple decided to take a break,  Kate would later admit she wasn't happy about the decision. In July 2007 Kate showed her support for William by attending the Diana Concert at Wembley stadium.

Kate sat two rows from William, she kept a low profile as this was a day to celebrate Diana's life. When Take That performed she was seen singing along to their song Back For Good.

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The concert was hosted by William and Harry on what would have been Princess Diana's 46th birthday. It was broadcast in 140 countries with an estimated audience of 500 million. At the end of the performances a video montage of Diana as a child was presented accompanied by Queen's These are the Day of out Lives.

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Kate looked lovely in a white lace Issa dress, white trench coat and knee high boots. Loved this look. 

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The couple rekindled their romance after the concert :)

In June 2008 Kate joined thousands of people at Nelson Mandela's 90th birthday concert in Hyde Park. The then 26 year old attended the gig without Prince William who was away pursuing his military career. 

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Kate watched acts including the late Amy Winehouse, Queen and Razorlight at the party which was introduced by actor Will Smith. The Men in Black star told the crowd 'If the world could only have one father, the man that we would choose to be our father would be Nelson Mandela'. A look at Hyde Park, one of London's eight Royal Parks.

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Kate looked lovely in a long printed top teamed with a black belt, dark blue jeans and brown knee high boots. 

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After the Canada Day celebrations William and Kate had a chance to relax at Parliament Hill, where they attended a concert celebrating Canadian music. Kate looked elegant in a purple Issa dress and the maple leaf brooch, loaned to her by the Queen. We also saw Kate wear her hair in a chic updo.

The couple enjoyed a firework display after the concert. There was very much a 'date night' feel to the event. William and Kate exchanged glances and whispers throughout the event. 

Last December William and Kate joined Charles and Camilla to attend a Gary Barlow concert at the Royal Albert Hall. The concert was in aid of the Prince's Foundation. Mr Barlow began by saying 'I hope you enjoy tonight, I hope it's not too loud'. William replied 'The louder the better' :) Kate wore a tulip Zara dress.

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Kate Wears Whistles and McQueen for Diamond Jubilee Concert

The Jubilee weekend continued in spectacular fashion this evening with the Diamond Jubilee Concert . William and Kate joined other Royals for the extravaganza outside Buckingham Palace. Ten thousand fans, all of whom had been given free tickets through a public ballot for the event attended the concert whilst thousands more lined the streets.

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The star studded line up included Paul McCartney, Shirley Bassey, Tom Jones, Elton John, Stevie Wonder, Kylie Minogue, Cheryl Cole, Jessie J, Ed Sheeran, Madness, Alfie Boe, Grace Jones and Kate favourites Robbie Williams and Gary Barlow. Take That singer, Gary Barlow organised the event and said Her Majesty and Princes William and Harry had a great deal of input in selecting the acts.

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Guards posed with singer Cheryl Cole after her performance of 'Need you Now' with Gary Barlow. You can watch their performance here.

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A view of the mall before the concert began.

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A look at the Royal box.

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Kate was seen waving her British flag throughout the concert, She and William also sang along to Elton Johns performance.

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The most talked about song of the night, the specially commissioned song for the Queen, 'Sing', written by Gary Barlow and composer Andrew Lloyd Webber. Mr Barlow visited Australia, Kenya, and Jamaica in order to immerse himself in the music of the commonwealth. Prince Harry makes his recording debut on tambourine :) The sheet music and words to 'Sing' are available to download here.


Speaking to The Telegraph about Her Majesty's reaction to the song Mr Barlow said

'We played her the song, and she was most excited that we had collected people from all round the world. She was asking about the characters, who they were and what they did. It was lovely, really nice. And we were officially told that she was - delighted with the song'.

Projections appeared to be open up the Palace as if it were a dolls house.

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Very sadly Prince Philip was hospitalized today with a bladder infection and will miss the rest of the celebrations. The Prince who turns 91 on Saturday was taken to the King Edward VII hospital in London from Windsor Castle and will remain there for a few days. He is said to 'very disappointed'. No doubt it is a difficult time for him and of course Her Majesty. Prince Philip also missed Christmas at Sandringham after suffering chest pains and underwent a coronary stent procedure. I wish him a speedy recovery.

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Kate wore the blue and purple Whistles Bella Dress (With thanks to Leisa) The £150 dress is a last season piece and unfortunately sold out, It is available in a different print for £120 here and in red here.  It is described as

'Crafted in a silk rich fabric with a petal print design. Featuring a round neckline with a bound edge, cropped sleeves, gathering to the waist and an exposed gold tone zip fastening to the reverse'.

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Whistles express their excitement via Twitter and officially confirmed Kate's dress is theirs.

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 The colour is quite classic while the print is a fun choice for a concert and of course, always nice to see Kate choosing a high street brand especially for a Jubilee event. Kate teamed her dress with a black  belt a black McQueen jacket.

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Over 4,000 beacons were lit around the world today to mark the Queen's Diamond Jubilee. At 10.30 pm Her Majesty lit the National Beacon outside Buckingham Palace. Prince Charles delivered a speech after the performances finished where he thanked HM 'for making us all proud to be British'.

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After the concert William, Kate hosted an intimate reception at Buckingham Palace to thank the artists on behalf of the Queen for participating in the event. 

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You can watch a video of HM lighting the beacons at The Telegraph and highlights from the concert here. This youtube channel has most of the show uploaded.

See you all tomorrow for the carriage procession :)

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The Duchess dazzles at Gary Barlow concert

William and Kate joined Princes Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall for their first joint engagement at the Royal Albert Hall to see X factor judge Gary Barlow perform. For Kate this concert was a little extra special. The Duchess has been a huge fan of Take That (Gary Barlow's band) for years. When Take That performed at Diana's memorial concert she was photographed singing along to their biggest hit 'Back for good'. The event was certainly a family affair with Camilla's daughter Laura Lopes and daughter in law Sarah Buys in attendance. You can watch the video Here.

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As the Cambridge's were seated Gary Barlow said 'I hope you enjoy tonight and I hope it' not too loud' to which William replied 'the louder the better'. According to people Kate was singing along but seemed uncertain as to whether or not it was appropriate :)

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The Royals walked the red carpet which was surrounded by journalists and photographers who had waited for hours to get the perfect photo of Kate. Photographer Mark Stewart tweeted that one journalist had waited since 6.30 a.m. and the interest reminded him of the 'Diana Days'. Proving that Kate has revitalised interest in the monarchy. A look at the press waiting for the royals to arrive. (With thanks to @theroyaleditor)

The show is the second of two performances in aid of The Princes Trust and the Princes Foundation of which Kate is a patron. Funds raised will go towards helping disadvantaged young people. To find out more about the trust or donate please Click Here. Gary Barlow has been incredibly excited about the concert and of course performing for the Royals.

Kate looked absolutely beautiful in a short black and nude Zara Lace Tulip Dress which is selling for £70. (With thanks to @MrsRegalEyes) I cannot tell you how much I love this dress on Kate, The shorter length really suits her slender figure. Again we see Kate favouring lace, It looks amazing on her.

Other pieces at Zara with a similar print.

Kate also wore a black Ralph Lauren jacket. If it looks familiar it's because she first wore it the day after the royal wedding with a blue Zara dress.

Duchess Kate accessorised with her charm bracelet, Kiki McDonough Grace earrings a black belt, her black velvet clutch and black suede pumps. This looks is reminiscent of Kate's style pre engagement and quite a departure from her latest looks. We often forget she is only 29 and it's wonderful to see her in a youthful look.

Sources (Photos via Daily Mail twitter, daylife)

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