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The Princess of Wales made a sparkling return to public life yesterday, donning an elegant berry ensemble in a typically regal display.
All eyes were on Kate, 42, as she joined the rest of the royals, including husband Prince William and King Charles, to greet Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and the first of his three wives, Sheikha Jawaher, on Horse Guards Parade in London.
The princess managed to make a quick outfit change after arriving at Buckingham Palace to join the royal party for a private lunch and staying to view a display of priceless Qatari artefacts from the Royal Collection.
The mother-of-three swapped out her knee-high Gianvito Rossi boots for a pair of stylish heels from the same brand.
It was a savvy choice by the princess, adding an extra touch of elegance for her visit to the palace without needing to wear the heels …