Over 10 years of marriage, how the Duchess of Cambridge s jewellery collection has evolved
In the decade since she became the Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton has acquired and borrowed some sensational jewels
29 April 2021 • 5:00am
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on their wedding day on 29 April 2011
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In the 10 years since Prince William and Kate Middleton tied the knot, she has gone from being a softly spoken member of the Mahiki party set to a mother of three, mental health campaigner and Queen in waiting.
Much has been written about her style evolution since she stepped out in that Alexander McQueen wedding dress on April 29, 2011, but what’s just as interesting is how her jewellery has evolved over the course of their relationship. These are the key jewellery moments that mark 10 years of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.
The Queen’s jewellery gifts from Prince Philip, and her other most sentimental pieces
The Duke of Edinburgh s romantic side came out in precious gifts to his wife - many of which he played a part in designing
15 April 2021 • 5:00am
Princess Elizabeth and Philip Mountbatten at Buckingham Palace in July 1947, when their engagement was announced. Her diamond engagement ring was one of the gifts he gave her over their 73-year marriage
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Jewellery is unique in its ability to capture memories of a loved one. Over the course of their 73-year marriage the Duke of Edinburgh gave the Queen some spectacularly beautiful and meaningful pieces - several of which he helped to design.