Kate's Favourite Nail Polish Revealed, Kate's Keeper, Clutch ID + More

Good evening Kate fans,
There a number of stories in the press today I'd like to share with you. Beginning with a topic close to every girls heart......Nail polish :) Duchess Kate's favourite brand has been revealed as the Essie Allure Pale Pink Nail Polish. Kate chose the subtle shade for the royal wedding. It is available for $8 and described as

"A seductive sheer with a natural finish, perfect for a French manicure."

Other striking shades from the Essie collection include the fuchsia bachelorette bash, the rose eternal optimist and the mauve lady like.

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Stuart Weitzman revealed via Twitter that Kate's brown suede clutch is called the 'Muse'. (With thanks to What Kate Wore) The clutch must be from a previous collection. It is entirely possible they will reissue it.

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The press and the general public have become increasingly interested in the woman known as Kate's minder. Assistant private secretary Rebecca Deacon is reportedly one of the most important people in Kate's life right now. 29 year old Rebecca has become Kate's right hand woman after being personally selected to be part of her team. Rebecca has worked for William and Harry since 2007 when she played an important role in organising the Princess Diana concert. Rebecca lost her father at a young age and her mother has since been ordained as a vicar.

A source revealed

"William has never forgotten the way his mother was left to cope without any support from courtiers. He is determined that will never happen to Kate, even though it has brought him into conflict with officials from time to time. He wants Kate to feel totally secure so she can focus on the family. Nobody is suggesting Kate and Rebecca have girlie nights in, of course Pippa is still Kate's best friend but Kate has come to trust Rebecca's advice."

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Duchess Kate graces the cover of Hello! UK

and Hello! Canada this week.

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Source (Hello!, Twitter, What Kate Wore, The Mirror, Essie)

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William and Kate Hug as Team GB Cycling Takes Gold

William, Kate and Harry watched the Olympic cycling at Velodrome this evening.

It is an unexpected appearance for the trio as the press were asked to keep it secret. Perhaps the Palace were unsure if they would make it or not announcing it was due to security reasons.

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Kate talking to Sir Tim Lawrence, Princess Anne's husband.

There was bad news in store for Team GB this evening. Cyclists Victoria Pendleton and Jess Varnish were disqualified for a change over error.


From BBC Sport

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Kate met Jess and Victoria at the Olympic Village yesterday.

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Located in the north of the Olympic Park, Velodrome is one of the most iconic and sustainable venues of the London 2012 games. The track cycling arena has capacity for 6,000 spectators, with the seating split into two tiers. Construction of the Velodrome started in March 2009 and was completed less than two years later.

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A look inside the venue.

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Kate wore her Team GB polo shirt, J Brand jeans, pearl earrings and wore her hair in a ponytail.

Again, Kate wore her Stuart Weitzman for Russell and Bromley Corkswoon wedges in 'nice blue'. The £245 shoes are Kate's 'go to' Olympic shoes.

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The Stuart Weitzman team expressed their delight via twitter.

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The couple were delighted when Team GB's men's sprint team won gold in record time. 

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One of the nicest photos I've seen of William and Kate :)

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You can watch a video showing the couple hugging here.

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Duchess Kate Visits Olympic Village

After spending the day at Greenwich to support Zara Philips (I was delighted to see Team GB win silver) the royals visited the Olympic village.

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There was huge excitement in the village when the royals arrived.

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Most of Team GB waited outside their house to welcome the royals. 

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Kate greeted the athletes and talked about the games. Below we see her with cyclists Victoria Pendleton and Jess Varnish.

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William and Kate wearing their passes.

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The village is located in the Olympic Park, within walking distance of the venues. Construction of the Village began in May 2008. There are 11 residential plots, each made up of five to seven blocks built around communal squares and courtyards.

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A look inside one of the apartments.

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The athletes and team officials have use of a state of the art gym, an extensive entertainment room and 'The Globe', a centre of recreation in the Village. It includes a private cinema, stage, bar, pool and football tables.

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After the games, the Olympic Village will be used for new housing East London. 2,818 new homes will be provided for Londoners and will create a new residential quarter to be known as East Village. 

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Kate is wearing her Smythe blazer, J Brand 811 jeans, striped top, Russell and Bromley Muse clutch and Stuart Weitzman for Russell and Bromley wedges (To read more on Kate's outfit please visit today's earlier post)

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The Duchess also wore her Team GB Supporters Scarf. It is available for £10.

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