Duchess Kate Steps Out in White For Charity Meeting

You wait weeks for a 'Kate Appearance' and then four come along within three days :) Kate joined William in London today to attend a meeting of the Princes' Charities Forum at The Royal Society. To view more photos please visit the Daily Mail article.

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The Princes' Charities Forum is an initiative started by Prince Harry and Prince William in 2006. The Princes wanted to find a way of bringing together their charitable interests and to explore how they could best lend support to them through working together. Last November Kate attended a meeting for the Forum for the first time. Kate's patronages are also included.

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The forum meets twice a year gathering all the charities Prince William, Duchess Kate and Prince Harry support. During the two hour meeting the charities share ideas with input from the Royals. 

Royal contributor Victoria Arbiter recognised Kate's blouse immediately.

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Duchess Kate looked radiant in a white Ted Baker Stardy Bib Detail Blouse. The last season piece is unfortunately sold out. It is described as

"Long sleeved blouse, Front pleat bib detail, Concealed button fastening, Small stand collar, Button fastening on cuffs."

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I expect Kate wore a skirt with her blouse. Prince William looked dapper in a navy suit and purple tie.

It was an unexpected surprise to see the couple out and about today. They plan to visit friends to reporting attend a wedding before celebrating their anniversary Sunday. 

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The Children's Princess Kate Meets ARK Kids for Outdoor Activities

Duchess Kate visited the Widehorizons Adventure Centre in Kent today where she met children from ARK's King Solomon Academy. 

The Duchess took part in an outdoor residential course where she helped the children build a campfire and an outdoor shelter. The children are from an inner city school, and many of them would rarely see the countryside so it was a lovely opportunity for them to explore the great outdoors while spending the day with Kate.

Kate volunteers privately with the scouts in Anglesey and has been spotted by locals on several outings with them, including camping trips, so she was well prepared for today. Royal contributer Victoria Arbiter pointed out this engagement ticks all the boxes for Kate.

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The Widehorizons Centre believes 'every child should have access to adventure as part of their education and throughout their lives'.

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One of the children asked Kate how long she would be on the throne for. She replied 'That's not my job yet' :) When asked about being a princess Kate said

'It's nice and I get to visit lots of countries. William is very sweet and kind and spoils me'.

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ARK Schools is a U.K. education charity. It is one of the country's leading academy operators and runs eleven academies in London, Birmingham and Portsmouth. The charity aims to provide extended education and enrichment for pupils. Leadership and training programmes provide staff with essential skills for working in urban schools.

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The charity is part of international children's organisation ARK (Absolute Return for Kids) More than 300,000 children have benefited from ARK's programmes over the past ten years. The work they do is incredibly touching and simply invaluable. If you wish to donate or find out more about the charity please click here.

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Last year the couple attended the annual ARK Charity Gala. The event raised £17.2 million for the organisation. I'm sure all of you recall it was the Cambridges' first red carpet event after the royal wedding. Kate wore a beautiful rose Jenny Packham gown.

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Today engagement called for casual and comfortable clothing. Kate first wore the £295 Burberry military pocket shirt on July 5 2011 during a visit to Blachford Lake.

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Over her shirt Kate wore a V Neck Zara Jumper with the  Really Wild Shooting Waistcoat. (With many thanks to the wonderful Michelle and My Small Obsessions) The soft leather waistcoat is available for $870.

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Kate modelled clothes for the Really Wild Clothing company in 2004 reportedly as a favour for a friend. Nice to see her supporting them today (With thanks to Ashley)

Kate wore the $80 Zara Molecule Slim Fit  jeans teamed with a brown belt. (A huge thank you to My Small Obsessions)

Kate Kate wore her favourite Le Chameau Vierzonord wellies.

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Kate accessorised with her Kiki McDonough Grace Earrings.

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You can watch a video at Kent Online.

There is a wonderful video at ITN Source.

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