Duchess of Cambridge stuns in $790 Needle & Thread dress at Buckingham Palace reception - and it's still available to buy

The Duchess of Cambridge wore a red sequin dress for a reception at Buckingham Palace to mark the UK-Africa Investment Summit. [Photo: PA]
The Duchess of Cambridge wore a red sequin dress for a reception at Buckingham Palace to mark the UK-Africa Investment Summit. [Photo: PA]

By Sabrina Carder, Yahoo U.K.

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On Monday evening the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge hosted a reception at Buckingham Palace to mark the UK-Africa Investment Summit.

The event, which was held on behalf of Her Majesty The Queen, celebrated the strength of the relationship between the UK and Africa.

The Duchess of Cambridge wore a sequin red dress at Buckingham Palace to mark the UK-Africa Investment Summit. [Photo: PA]
The Duchess of Cambridge wore a sequin red dress at Buckingham Palace to mark the UK-Africa Investment Summit. [Photo: PA]

For the occasion, Kate stunned in a $790 CAD sequined cherry red evening gown and coordinating crimson accessories.

The glitzy gown was by British brand, Needle and Thread, who are known for exquisitely embellished evening wear at mid-range prices - dresses retailing between $400 and $900 CAD.

Needle And Thread Aurora Gown

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Kate’s Aurora Gown, which featured long sleeves, a flattering A-line silhouette and frill lace detail is available to purchase for $790 CAD — but hurry, the cherry colour is currently only available in size 4 and 6 U.K. sizes.

The design also comes in four other colours: dusk blue, blossom, silver and black. However, the dress is currently only in stock in red, black and silver — and likely not for long.

The Duchess of Cambridge paired the red dress with matching accessories. [Photo: PA]
The Duchess of Cambridge paired the red dress with matching accessories. [Photo: PA]

The glamorous sequinned tulle dress also comes in a shorter mini dress style, which is a more affordable option at $650 CAD.

Kate kept her look tonal, opting to accessorize with red suede Gianvito Rossi pumps, which are available to buy for $950 CAD, plus a red clutch bag and earrings.

The event was also attended by numerous other royal family members, including Prince Edward, Sophie Countess of Wessex and Princess Anne.

The Countess of Wessex also wore a red midi dress to the evening reception. [Photo: PA]
The Countess of Wessex also wore a red midi dress to the evening reception. [Photo: PA]

Sophie, Countess of Wessex, who celebrated her 55th birthday on Monday also wore a statement red dress, choosing to re-wear a scalloped detailed Alaïa design that she has worn numerous times before.

The occasion was not attended by Prince Harry, who earlier in the day had attended the UK-Africa Investment Summit in Greenwich along with Prime Minister Boris Johnson.

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