On Sunday 9 January, Duchess Kate, the future British Queen, turns 40 years old. And as it should be, her associated residence, Kensington Palace, marks the occasion with a set of new photos.
And the Duchess does not play royal jubilee. For the occasion, she has hired star photographer Paolo Roversi, who has immortalized the birthday child in three brilliant photographs.
– The pictures are taken straight out of adventure, states the celebrity magazine People, who also thinks the pictures are «strikingly stylish».
The pictures, which were taken in November in London’s Kew Gardens, will be exhibited at the British art gallery National Portrait Gallery.
– Wow, for some glamorous pictures! I especially like what she wears on the red dress. She simply looks more relaxed and cool than we usually see her. Her ten years as part of that royal family have made her more confident in the role, and she dares to take greater chances when it comes to style. It’s fun, and I hope we see more of it, says See and Hear royal house expert, Caroline Vagle.
– Princess Diana also let herself be photographed by famous fashion photographers with great success, and maybe Kate has been inspired? At least she honors her deceased mother-in-law in a beautiful way by using her earrings, Vagle continues.
She can also tell that the dresses in the recent photos are from Alexander McQueen, the same designer who was behind the Duchess’s wedding dress ten years ago.
In another photo, she is wearing earrings belonging to Queen Elizabeth. These details are covered by a number of media.
Paolo Roversi says that it was an honor to take the portraits.
– It was a deep and rich experience for me, an unforgettable moment. I have met a wonderful person, a person who with his positive energy, can bring hope to the whole world, says the photographer Harpers Bazaar.