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Kate Middleton brought a dose of sunshine to Windsor Castle for a glittering royal evening. The Princess of Wales joined Prince William at a state banquet celebrating the state visit of Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of Oman. For the formal occasion, Middleton turned to Elie Saab for an elegant look with unexpectedly daring details.
Kate Middleton stuns in butter yellow Elie Saab gown with deep cutouts at state banquet
Kate Middleton stepped out in a butter yellow chiffon gown from Elie Saab’s Spring/Summer 2025 collection. The flowing design featured a floor-sweeping pleated skirt, a cinched waist and sheer cape-like sleeves that cascaded dramatically from her shoulders.
However, the bodice provided extraordinary detail. Middleton’s plunging cutout gown featured a narrow opening down the center of the chest, adding a skin-baring element to the otherwise royal silhouette. A braided trim framed the neckline, while the delicate chiffon fabric gave the entire gown an airy finish.
The Princess of Wales elevated the look with plenty of glitter. She wore Queen Mary’s Lover’s Knot tiara with Greville diamond chandelier earrings and a diamond choker bracelet. Her Royal Victorian Order sash hung over the gown, while a Bentley and Skinner diamond brooch secured it around her shoulder.
She also carried a glittering Anya Hindmarch box clutch and paired the gown with silver crystal-embellished Gianvito Rossi pumps. Her brown hair was styled in loose waves, leaving the tiara and statement earrings firmly on display.
The appearance came as she and Prince William attended the royal gathering at Windsor Castle. The Prince of Wales completed his formal look with traditional evening dress and royal regalia. Photos and video from the evening showed Middleton walking through gorgeous surroundings in a sweeping yellow dress with layers of chiffon trailing behind her. Thus, the Elie Saab gown presented a wonderful balance of royal tradition and modern glamour.