Kate wears historic tiara at Oman banquet

Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, attended a state banquet at Windsor Castle honoring the Sultan of Oman, where she wore the "Lover's Knot" tiara, a family heirloom historically significant to Princess Diana. The tiara, originally made for Queen Mary by Garrard in 1913, is a replica of the "Cambridge Lover's Knot Tiara" and features diamonds and pearls set in silver and gold.

Dress and accessories reflect tradition and modernity

Kate’s outfit included a new yellow dress by Elie Saab and a sparkling Anya Hindmarch handbag. She also wore the Queen Mary diamond choker bracelet and the insignia, scarf, and star of the Order of the Royal Victorian, as required by protocol. These choices combined traditional elements with contemporary fashion.

Tiara’s previous use at Nigerian banquet

This is the second time Kate has worn the "Lover's Knot" tiara this year. She previously wore it at a state banquet in March honoring Nigeria, where she paired it with a forest green muslin dress by Andrew Gn, a color that symbolized the Nigerian flag.

Omani visit marks historic milestone

The banquet was part of the first Omani state visit to the United Kingdom in 44 years. Earlier in the day, Kate welcomed the Sultan of Oman at Windsor Castle in a green coat by Alexander McQueen and a timeless quilted Chanel bag.

Tiara’s connection to Princess Diana

The "Lover's Knot" tiara holds personal significance for Kate, as it was regularly worn by Princess Diana after receiving it as a gift from Queen Elizabeth. Its presence at the event highlighted a connection to the late princess and the royal family’s history.