The Princess of Wales made a striking appearance at Windsor Castle on Wednesday evening, attending the first State Banquet of 2026 alongside Prince William. The event was held to honour the state visit of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu of Nigeria.
Kate wore a bespoke green gown by Singaporean designer Andrew Gn, featuring dramatic sleeves with gathered cuffs. The high-necked dress matched the green of Nigeria's national flag, a sartorial nod reminiscent of the late Queen Elizabeth II's tradition of incorporating host nations' colours into her attire.
The mother-of-three also donned the Lovers Knot Tiara for the first time in 2026, paired with earrings that once belonged to the late Queen. Her beauty look was polished yet natural, with lightly applied cosmetics and expertly curled hair.
Nigeria's last state visit to the UK was in 1989, during the reign of Queen Elizabeth II. The banquet marked the start of a two-day visit by the Nigerian president and first lady.
Fashion experts praised Kate's choice, noting her ability to balance regal silhouettes with understated elegance. The princess has worn several notable gowns at recent state banquets, including a sequinned Jenny Packham dress for the German state banquet in December 2025 and a gold Phillipa Lepley gown for President Trump's visit in September 2025.
