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Kate Middleton's 10 Most Iconic Jewelry Moments
Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge—or, as we have known her for much longer, the lovely Kate Middleton—always appears for events and appearances flawlessly dressed and coiffed. And while her fashion choices can sometimes veer a bit colorful (we are still thinking about the charming yellow number she wore for the 2022 Wimbledon trophy ceremony) or more playful in pattern, her jewelry tastes always remain quite classic—lots of pearls, diamonds, emeralds, and sapphires set in timeless, time-honored ways keep the Duchess grounded in tradition. Likewise, nods to her royal family predecessors' styles and preferences—Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Diana, most often—with her jewelry choices come through as well, with, of course, her engagement ring being a constant reminder of William's late mother. Here, we take a closer look at the duchess' love for jewelry, and the ways she wears classic designs so effortlessly and modernly.
Samir Hussein - Getty Images - 2/21
Her Iconic Sapphire Engagement Ring
Catherine's engagement ring—Princess Diana's sapphire and diamond ring—is a lasting symbol of William's connection with and love for his mother, and probably the duchess' most recognizable piece of jewelry.
Samir Hussein - Getty Images - 3/21
Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Oscar Heyman
Oscar Heyman
An unheated sapphire surrounded by a bevy of round diamonds is a beautiful heirloom piece to add to one's collection.
Courtesy of Oscar He-man - 4/21
Simple Gold Hoops
Even Kate Middleton loves a simple, go-with-everything pair of twisted gold hoops.
Max Mumby/Indigo - Getty Images - 5/21
ASOS DESIGN 14k gold plated twist hoop earrings
Asos DESIGN
us.asos.com
$16.00
It's reported that these $20 earrings from Asos are the exact pair Kate Middleton likes to wear. Who doesn't love a bargain—especially when it's approved by the Duchess of Cambridge?
us.asos.com - 6/21
Pearls Galore
Catherine during the State Banquet at Buckingham Palace donned a beautiful caped gown by Jenny Packham, completed by a pearl and diamond tiara—Queen Mary's Lover's Knot tiara—and a stacked pearl bracelet.
Chris Jackson - 7/21
Pave Bracelet
Mastoloni
mastoloni.com
The fresh way to wear pearls? Stacked rows of the freshwater gems studded with 96 diamonds make a beautiful way to sport the oyster's bounty.
Courtesy of Mastoloni - 8/21
Round and Sparkling Earrings
Here, looking quite pulled together, Catherine paired a tailored blazer with equally elevated diamond drop earrings. The circular shape of the earrings lends a softer contrast to the lines of her jacket.
Samir Hussein - Getty Images - 9/21
Enchanted Lotus Sleepers
De Beers
debeers.com
$3500.00
These diamond drop earrings take their delightful shape from the form of a lotus flower, the plant often compared to a water lily and a sacred motif for many cultures.
Courtesy of De Beers - 10/21
Shades of Royal Blue
The Duchess of Cambridge looks smart and polished in a tartan belted trench and classic emerald green pumps. Sapphire and diamond earrings (shown off by her hair being pulled up) add to the subtle glamour.
Max Mumby/Indigo - Getty Images - 11/21
Daanish Tanzanite Earrings
Sanjay Kasliwal
Sanjay Kasliwal
Stunning oval tanzanite stones surrounded by a halo of diamonds totaling 6 carats are a statement-making pair, whether worn with jeans and a white button-down or a long evening gown.
Courtesy of Sanjay Kasliwal - 12/21
Mother of Pearl Beauty
The Duchess of Cambridge wore a collection of Van Cleef & Arpels's iconic Alhambra motif in shimmering mother of pearl to the EE British Academy Film Awards at the Royal Albert Hall.
Max Mumby/Indigo - Getty Images - 13/21
Vintage Alhambra Necklace
Van Cleef & Arpels
Van Cleef & Arpels
A long necklace is versatile because it can be worn long or wrapped to make layers. Here, the Alhambra motif shines eternal in beautiful mother of pearl.
Courtesy of Van Cleef & Arpels - 14/21
Dangling Emeralds
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge make a dapper pair at a dinner hosted by the Governor General of Jamaica at King's House. Catherine donned a sparkling green dress and chose tassel earrings dripping in emeralds to set it off.
Samir Hussein - Getty Images - 15/21
Gorgeous Pearl Tassel Earrings
pearl
1stdibs.com
£10600.00
Pearl tassels are chic, but even chicer when capped off with emerald beads. But let's not stop there - let your eye travel upwards to a winning combination of diamonds, more pearls, and black onyx.
1st Dibs - 16/21
Classic Pearls
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, during a visit to Bletchley, England, donned a classic polka-dot dress and stunning pearl drop earrings.
Max Mumby/Indigo - Getty Images - 17/21
Pearl Earrings
Tiffany & Co.
Tiffany & Co.
$3300.00
What's not to love? Round brilliant diamonds set in rose gold and leading to perfectly round and beautiful South Sea pearls all come together to make an heirloom-worthy set of jewels.
Courtesy of Tiffany & Co. - 18/21
Keeping Time
Catherine, during the 2022 Wimbledon tournament, sported her Cartier Ballon Bleu de Cartier timepiece and her signature polka dot pattern.
Karwai Tang - 19/21
Ballon Bleu de Cartier Watch
Cartier
Cartier
$5850.00
One of Cartier's classic designs, the Ballon Bleu de Cartier timepiece takes it bulbous shape from that of a ballon - playful and whimsical.
Courtesy of Cartier - 20/21
Simple Drop Earrings
Catherine, appearing for an event in London in 2019, opted for a sophisticated diamond drop earring to pair with a deep jewel green dress.
Max Mumby/Indigo - Getty Images - 21/21
Icon Oval Shape Diamond Earrings
Graff
Graff
Small in appearance but mighty in their impact, pavé diamonds in abundance make these oval drop earrings a resplendent choice.
Courtesy of Graff
