Kate Middleton Stuns in Royal Blue Stella McCartney Dress at Royal International Air Tattoo With Princes Charles and George

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There’s a reason it’s called “royal blue.” Those reigning always seem to look fabulous in the color!

Everyone’s favorite princess of this generation, Kate Middleton, visited the Royal International Air Tattoo with Prince Charles and Prince George.

It is the world’s largest military airshow. The handsome family wore color-coordinated white and blue outfits.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, accompanied by their 11-month-old son Prince George, visited the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) at RAF Fairford in GloucestershireThe Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, accompanied by their 11-month-old son Prince George, visited the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, UK on July 8, 2016 (Credit: WENN)

While both princes looked dashing in their uniformed ensembles, Kate was lovely in a structured Stella McCartney blue dress.

Holding hands with her son, Prince George, Kate Middleton radiated loveliness in a meticulously designed Stella McCartney blue dress known as the 'Ridley' stretch cady dress – an embodiment of sophistication befitting a casual royal outingHolding hands with her son, Prince George, Kate Middleton radiated loveliness in a meticulously designed Stella McCartney blue dress known as the ‘Ridley’ stretch cady dress – an embodiment of sophistication befitting a casual royal outing (Credit: WENN)

The Ridley stretch cady dress features a polished look perfect for a princess’ casual day out.

This is not the first time Kate has worn this dress. We all know that she is quite fond of recycling her clothes, which is admirable. We last saw her wearing this dress four years ago when she watched an Olympic tennis match at Wimbledon.

Kate Middleton elevated the dress's structure by layering it with a cherished blue blazer from SmytheKate Middleton elevated the dress’s structure by layering it with a cherished blue blazer from Smythe (Credit: WENN)

She paired it with one of her favorite blue blazers from Smythe and a pair of nude LK Bennett “Florete” nappa leather pumps to add more structure to the blue dress.

Kate Middleton's choice of nude LK Bennett "Florete" nappa leather pumps added a touch of timeless class to the ensembleKate Middleton’s choice of nude LK Bennett “Florete” nappa leather pumps added a touch of timeless class to the ensemble (Credit: WENN)

She finished the look with a dainty headband to keep her long locks out of her face during the windy day.

Not to be overlooked, a dainty headband made its appearance, taming Kate Middleton's flowing tresses amidst the whims of the windNot to be overlooked, a dainty headband made its appearance, taming Kate Middleton’s flowing tresses amidst the whims of the wind (Credit: WENN)

The Duke and Duchess met with RAF personnel and toured the static displays of aircraft from around the world. They also watched the flying show, which included a performance by the Red Arrows.

Kate Middleton's attire effortlessly encapsulated the essence of refined relaxation, fitting for the occasionKate Middleton’s attire effortlessly encapsulated the essence of refined relaxation, fitting for the occasion (Credit: WENN)

Kate’s dress is no longer available, but we did find five great alternatives for this royalty-inspired blue look.

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