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Princess Kate wows in red sequins as she glitters in second tiara moment of the year

The Princess of Wales donned her favourite jewels

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Laura Sutcliffe
Fashion and Beauty News Editor
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The Princess of Wales stunned in her second tiara moment of the year, weeks after wowing at a state banquet.

Once again, Kate opted for a breathtaking tiara – the Lotus Flower – as she and husband, Prince William, were pictured travelling to the white-tie Diplomatic Reception at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday night.

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The Princess wore a truly stunning red sequin dress for the occasion which is a past season buy by Jenny Packham, known as the 'Elodie Gown'. She wore the late Queen Elizabeth II's earings and the GVCO and Royal Family Order.

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Her brunette locks were styled in a super sleek straight look. William and Kate joined King Charles and Queen Consort Camilla at the glittering event, which sees the monarch and other members of the royal family welcome over 500 members of the Diplomatic Corps in the State Rooms at Buckingham Palace.  

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The Diplomatic Reception was last held in 2019 and has been unable to take place for the last two years due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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Kate looked incredible in the Lotus Flower Tiara and Jenny Packham dress

The King and Queen Consort hosted a state visit for the South African president, Cyril Ramaphosa, in November.  

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At the state banquet, the Princess of Wales wowed royal fans in an embellished white Jenny Packham gown and the Lover's Knot tiara.

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