Princess Kate’s blue Alexander McQueen suit is close her heart

Princess Kate made a powerful style statement this afternoon as she stepped out in her striking navy blue Alexander McQueen suit during a visit to the newly opened V&A East Storehouse in East London. 

The mother-of-three paired the sophisticated trouser suit with a delicate £142 Portrait Necklace by Laura Lombardi, showcasing her signature blend of elegance and modernity.

The suit holds special significance for the Princess of Wales, who last wore the electric navy leaf crepe jacket and matching cigarette trousers in December 2023 just before she took a step back from public life to focus on her health. 

Her brunette hair, refreshed with subtle blonde highlights, was styled in loose waves, complementing her dewy makeup for the lively engagement at East London’s newest cultural hotspot.

During a behind the scenes tour of the V&A East Storehouse, the future Queen explored the museum’s unparalleled collection of over 600,000 treasures spanning fashion, film, visual art, design, and performance. 

A standout moment was her visit to see the world’s largest Picasso work, a breathtaking canvas measuring an astonishing 30 by 40 metres, which has remained rolled up in storage for nearly 80 years.

The V&A East Storehouse is breaking new ground by offering visitors free public access to the museum’s celebrated collection. 

During her visit, Princess Kate took part in the innovative 'Order an Object' service, which allows anyone to book a complimentary one-on-one appointment with a Collections Access team member to get up close and personal with rare and remarkable objects.

A spokesperson from Kensington Palace explained, "Her Royal Highness’ engagement today is all about highlighting the importance of creative opportunity and celebrating the power of creativity to bring us joy."