# Kate's modest gown tweak for Oman state banquet

> Princess Kate adjusts Elie Saab dress neckline and skirt for Oman state banquet.
- Title: Kate's modest gown tweak for Oman state banquet · Dailymail
- Summary: 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…
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- Published: 2026-10-21T07:58:40+00:00
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## 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.
## Key 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.