They said/We said: Kate Middleton is expected to have 5 wardrobe changes during her first Christmas as a Royal

As if spending Christmas with your in-laws for the first time isn’t stressful enough (especially when your mother-in-law is the Queen!) Kate Middleton is expected to have multiple wardrobe changes throughout the day-long festivities at Sandringham Estate. It’s being reported that the Duchess will need an outfit for each event that will take place during the day, including a casual outfit for breakfast, a “smart” outfit with matching hat for church service, a dress for lunch, a cocktail dress for evening drinks, and a formal look for dinner. If you include afternoon tea, that brings the outfit total up to six.

Also, it’s incorrect etiquette for a princess to repeat outfits on the holiday, something that Kate has been criticized for by fashion critics. Apparently Kate is on top of her game (and loyal to designers) and has already ordered two Alexander McQueen dresses, so we’re not too worried for her.  We’re crossing our fingers that pictures surface of all her festive looks.

THEY SAID…

Jean Broke-Smith, royal etiquette expert: She won’t be able to wear the same outfit twice… The golden rule is nothing too short, too revealing, or too gaudy.” [Daily Mail UK]

Daily Mail UK: “If the heavy sartorial pace isn’t enough pressure, imagine having to pick a Christmas gift for the Queen…” [Daily Mail UK]

The Examiner: “This is an exciting holiday for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, being their first as a married couple. If fans get their way, next year’s holiday will be monumental as well as many hope for a Kate Middleton pregnancy between now and then.” [The Examiner]

WE SAID…

Jordan Porter, fashion market editor: “Let’s just hope the royal family isn’t celebrating the twelve days of Christmas!”

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