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Kate's modest gown tweak for Oman state banquet
Princess Kate adjusts Elie Saab dress neckline and skirt for Oman state banquet.
In brief
Princess Kate adjusts Elie Saab dress neckline and skirt for Oman state banquet. Kate Middleton modified her Elie Saab gown to be more modest for Oman state banquet, wearing her Cambridge Lover's Knot tiara 15 times in the last decade. Originally reported by Dailymail.
Kate's gown modification
Princess Kate altered her Elie Saab gown to shorten the neckline and make the skirt less sheer for Oman state banquet.
Cambridge Lover's Knot tiara
Kate wore her Cambridge Lover's Knot tiara 15 times in the last decade including at March state banquet.
Tiara history
The tiara was made in 1914 for Queen Mary using pearls and diamonds from her collection.
Tiara lineage
The tiara passed from Queen Mary to Queen Elizabeth II to Princess Diana to Kate.
Tiara practicality
The tiara is securely fitted to Kate's hair and complements her oval head shape.
Oman state banquet
Kate attended Oman state banquet at Windsor Castle with Prince William and King Charles.
Banquet details
The banquet had 160 guests dining on Scottish langoustine and Cornish crab.
King Charles speech
Charles praised Oman's role in keeping the Strait of Hormuz open during regional conflict.
Harry's reconciliation
Prince Harry said he wants to reconcile with family but some people don't want it to work out.
Harry's interview
Harry admitted he is grieving complicated relationships with King and Prince William.
Oman royal ties
Oman is one of Britain's oldest allies with trade and military links.
Banquet table
The banquet table had 480 knives, 480 forks, and 160 spoons.
Pomegranate decoration
Pomegranates from a tree planted by Prince Philip were used as table decorations.
Salt imprint
The salt on the table had the King's royal cypher imprinted.
Harry's reconciliation
Harry said he wants to reconcile with family but some people don't want it to work out.
Harry's statement
Harry said he wants to reconcile with family but some people don't want it to work out.
The takeaway
Kate Middleton modified her Elie Saab gown to be more modest for Oman state banquet, wearing her Cambridge Lover's Knot tiara 15 times in the last decade.
