Princess Kate Attends St. Patrick’s Day Parade as the New Colonel of the Irish Guards

aldershot, england march 17 prince william, prince of wales and catherine, princess of wales laughing during the st patricks day parade at mons barracks on march 17, 2023 in aldershot, england catherine, princess of wales attends the parade for the first time as colonel of the regiment succeeding the prince of wales, the outgoing colonel photo by chris jackson wpa poolgetty images
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The Prince and Princess of Wales made an elegant appearance today at the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Aldershot, England.

While there, Prince William and Princess Catherine—who is the new Colonel of the Irish Guards—joined the regiment in the celebration and honored Ireland with their ensembles.

They both gave speeches at the event. Prince William bid the Irish Guards farewell as he passes the title onto Kate. "It has been one of the great honours of my life to hold that title," he said. "I may be stepping aside, but in Colonel Catherine you have a committed, focussed, and already incredibly loyal 11th Colonel."

britains catherine, princess of wales presents a traditional sprig of shamrock to officers and guardsmen of the 1st battalion irish guards during a st patricks day parade at mons barracks in aldershot, south west of london, on march 17, 2023 photo by chris jackson pool afp photo by chris jacksonpoolafp via getty images
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Princess Kate said, "I really couldn't be prouder to stand in front of you here today. It really is a true honor to be your Colonel. I am here to listen to you, to support you, and to champion you in all you do—this is a responsibility I do not take lightly."

aldershot, england march 17 prince william, prince of wales and catherine, princess of wales on stage during the st patricks day parade at mons barracks on march 17, 2023 in aldershot, england catherine, princess of wales attends the parade for the first time as colonel of the regiment succeeding the prince of wales, the outgoing colonel photo by chris jackson wpa poolgetty images
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For the occasion, Kate wore a stunning teal coat dress by Catherine Walker & Co. with sharp shoulders, a mock turtleneck collar, long sleeves, and large buttons at the front. She styled it with teal suede heels and a matching fascinator with a dramatic pleated chiffon embellishment.

aldershot, england march 17 catherine, princess of wales meets with irish wolf hound turlough mor aka seamus, regimental mascot of the irish guards during the st patricks day parade at mons barracks on march 17, 2023 in aldershot, england catherine, princess of wales attends the parade for the first time as colonel of the regiment succeeding the prince of wales, the outgoing colonel photo by chris jackson wpa poolgetty images
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Kate also paid tribute to Ireland in her accessories, which included diamond drop earrings with green stones, her sapphire-and-diamond engagement ring, and a fresh green leaf and clover arrangement which she wore as a brooch. William wore a similar one pinned to his military cap. The prince dressed in full military attire, as is custom, for the event.

aldershot, england march 17 prince william, prince of wales, catherine, princess of wales and members of the 1st battalion irish guards pose for photographers during the st patricks day parade at mons barracks on march 17, 2023 in aldershot, england catherine, princess of wales attends the parade for the first time as colonel of the regiment succeeding the prince of wales, the outgoing colonel photo by samir husseinwireimage
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Kate was recently given the role of colonel by King Charles III. Prince William is now the Colonel of the Welsh Guards, as he is the Prince of Wales.

The parade marks Kate's second outing with the Irish Guards since becoming colonel of the regiment. Just last week, she visited some of the troops in bound Salisbury Plain Training Area wearing full camo.

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