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Kate Middleton's Asian-inspired wardrobe in India

Gu Xin (China Daily/Asia News Network)
Wed, April 13, 2016

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Kate Middleton's Asian-inspired wardrobe in India The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Prince William, and his wife, the former Kate Middleton, arrive at the Banganga Water Tank in Mumbai, India, Sunday, April 10, 2016. The royal couple began their weeklong visit to India and Bhutan, by laying a wreath at a memorial Sunday at Mumbai’s iconic Taj Mahal Palace hotel, where 31 victims of the 2008 Mumbai terrorist attacks were killed. (AP/Rajanish Kakade)

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ritain's Prince William and his wife Kate Middleton are currently on a six-day tour of India and Bhutan, and the Duchess of Cambridge has pleasantly surprised the locals with her choice of Asian-inspired attire.

Here are just a few.

Prince William and Kate arrived in Mumbai on the morning of April 10 and paid their respects at the 26/11 memorial at the Taj Mahal Palace hotel, one of the sites of the 2008 attacks.

The Duchesss of Cambridge chose a red silk piece from Alexander McQueen's 2016 Autumn collection. The paisley patterns of the dress originate from India. A piece from a British brand inspired by Indian culture make a very wise choice.

The Duchess paired the dress with a nude clutch from Russell & Bromley and a set of nude pin heels from L.K. Bennett.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Prince William, center and his wife, the former Kate Middleton arrive to lay a wreath on the martyrs memorial at the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel in Mumbai, India, Sunday, April 10, 2016. The royal couple began their weeklong visit to India and Bhutan, by laying a wreath at a memorial Sunday at Mumbai’s iconic Taj Mahal Palace hotel, where 31 victims of the 2008 Mumbai terrorist attacks were killed.(Pool via AP/Mitesh Bhuvad)

The pair then attended charitable events in Mumbai and played cricket with the locals. Kate changed to a more casual silk dress from Anita Dogre, a designer from Mumbai. The dress was tailored just to suit the Duchess.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Prince William, and his wife, the former Kate Middleton, stand after they float flowers at the Banganga Water Tank in Mumbai, India, Sunday, April 10, 2016. The royal couple began their weeklong visit to India and Bhutan, by laying a wreath at a memorial Sunday at Mumbai’s iconic Taj Mahal Palace hotel, where 31 victims of the 2008 Mumbai terrorist attacks were killed.(AP/Rajanish Kakade)

Prince William and Kate attended a Bollywood Inspired Charity Gala in Mumbai on the night of April 10. Kate chose a long royal blue dress by Jenny Packham, embroidered with jewels in India. She paired the dress with shawl, inspired by sari, a traditional garment for women in India.

The royal blue earrings are from Indian jewelry designer Amrapali. It is a bold and rare choice for the Duchess, who is known for her preference for elegant and simple accessories.

Britain's Prince William, along with Kate, the Duchess of Cambridge arrive for a charity ball at the Taj Mahal Palace hotel in Mumbai, India, Sunday, April 10, 2016. The royal couple began their weeklong visit to India and Bhutan, by laying a wreath at a memorial Sunday at Mumbai’s iconic Taj Mahal Palace hotel, where 31 victims of the 2008 Mumbai terrorist attacks were killed.(Pool via AP/Rafiq Maqbool )

Duchess of Cambridge attended a garden party celebrating Queen Elizabeth's 90th birthday at the British High Commission in New Delhi on April 11. She wore a dress with embroidery inspired by henna, a pattern Indian women often paint on their hands as decoration.

Britain's Prince William, and his wife Kate, the Duchess of Cambridge, cut a cake to celebrate Queen Elizabeth's 90th birthday, which is April 21 at the residence of British High Commissioner in New Delhi, India, Monday, April 11, 2016. William addressed a large gathering of prominent Indians at the reception to speak about his grandmother, Britain's longest-reigning monarch.(Pool Photo via AP/Vijay Verma)

The Duchess of Cambridge wore a light green lace dress when she attended an event at Hyderabad House in New Delhi.

Kate, the Duchess of Cambridge, is seen as she arrives for a lunch with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi, India, Tuesday, April 12, 2016. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are on a weeklong visit to India, their first royal tour in two years.(AP/Saurabh Das)

 

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