Royal Tour - Goodbye Singapore

As promised here are Kate and Will at last night's reception at Edem Hall (the British High Commissioner's residence).  Kate wore a floral Erdem dress to the event.

Today is the royal couple's last in Singapore - their final engagement was visiting the Kranji War Cemetery.  William and Kate specifically asked to pay their respects to the UK and Australian Z special Unit heroes.  Thousands of British and Commonwealth soldiers will killed in the defense of Singapore during WW2 and they wished to pay tribute to their sacrifice.

Kate wore - a duck egg blue outfit by Jenny Packham.

That's it for Singapore - see you in Malaysia this afternoon!

Royal Tour - Day 2

Still in Singapore - Will and Kate's first stop of the day was at the park, Gardens By The Bay, where the public had a chance to meet the couple.  

(Kate wore a broderie anglaise full skirted suit by Alexander McQueen)
They then spent time at the Rolls Royce aircraft engine factory where Will made a speech.

After a quick change the couple visited a residential area, Queenstown, that was named after Queen Elizabeth and again spent time meeting the public.

 

Then it was on to the Rainbow Centre - a school and community center for children with special needs.
Kate spent time with children in an art therapy class while Will took part in a PE class.
 (Kate wore a skirt and top by Singaporean label RAOUL)
They are off to a reception this evening so I'll see you again soon...

Princess Watch - State Dinner

As I write this, Will and Kate are attending a state dinner given by the President of Singapore at his formal residence.  Kate looks absolutely stunning in a purple and cream dress by famous Singaporean designer Prabal Gurung.

2nd Royal Tour

Today The Duke and Duchess began their second Royal Tour as representatives of the Queen in this Jubilee year.  The South-East Asia Tour began in Singapore with Will and Kate touching down this afternoon our time.

Their first official engagement was at the National Orchid Garden at the Botanic Gardens where  they had an orchid named in their honour.

This was also a special moment for William as his Mum had an orchid named after her but tragically died before seeing it.  He was able to view the orchid today for the first time.

This tour will last 9 days and will include Malaysia, The Solomon Islands and Tuvalu.  Brace yourself for another onslaught of 'Princess Watch'.

Kate is wearing - Jenny Packham designed dress specifically made for the occasion and featuring orchids on the fabric.