Laughing Duchess looks VERY festive in tartan and gets showered with fake snow

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were in festive spirits today as they threw a Christmas Party for RAF families and children.

The couple held the Kensington Palace bash for the families of deployed personnel from RAF Coningsby and RAF Marham, ahead of a visit to their loved ones in Cyprus.

Kate, 36, looked elegant in a long Emilia Wickstead red tartan skirt and a black cashmere top by Brora.

The couple took the short walk from their Kensington Palace apartment to the Orangery, laughing as they passed the snow machine.

William is Honorary Air Commandant of RAF Coningsby, Lincolnshire, which is home to Typhoon Sqns, who currently deploy to Cyprus in support of Op SHADER.


RAF Marham have 31 Squadron, who are also contributing to OP SHADER. 

The event is being supported by The Royal British Legion in recognition of the unique contribution and sacrifices serving personnel and their families make year round, and especially when they are separated during the festive period.

The support of their families and loved ones is vital not only when personnel are serving, but through transition, recovery and civilian life after service, and The Royal British Legion ensures that those family members are supported in return. 

Today’s event will feature a number of stalls where children can take part in activities including stocking decorating, cracker making, snow globe decorating and creating Christmas party kits.





MailOnline