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The Duchess of Cambridge's jewellery collection is worth an astonishing amount

Being a royal has its perks: world class luxury, a wardrobe to die for and all the diamonds you could possibly want. But who knew that the Duchess of Cambridge ‘s jewellery box alone is worth £600,000? The shocking figure comes from a new book, ‘How To Dress Like A Princess: The Secrets of Kate’s Wardrobe.’ In it, author Claudia Joseph describes Kate’s “magpie-like eye” for jewellery, adding: “ Although people tend to focus on the incredible gems and tiaras that she borrows from the Queen, most people will be amazed to see the extraordinary collection she has amassed since her marriage.” Most of Kate’s most impressive pieces have been presents from Prince William who has gifted Kate on occasions such as birthdays, Christmases and even when she gave birth to Prince George and Princess Charlotte. Some other jewels have been passed down through the royal family, meaning that the Duchess is unlikely to have spent anywhere near £600,000 on the collection. But whether it’s mega-expensive watches from Cartier or her famous sapphire engagement ring, the Duchesses jewellery collection is always growing. It’s estimated that the actual value of Kate’s collection is closer to £1 million when you count a £150,000 diamond bracelet gifted by Prince Charles and a Cartier diamond set bought by her parents and her husband. Although she has a jewellery collection any woman would die for, the Duchess is also impartial to the odd high street buy, having worn pieces from the likes of Zara in the past. Take a look at some of her most expensive items. Follow us on   Instag r am  and   Facebook  for non-stop inspiration delivered fresh to your feed every day. For Twitter updates, follow  @YahooStyleUK.  Read more from Yahoo Style UK: The fragrances Diana, Kate and Queen Elizabeth wore on their wedding days The Duchess of Cambridge’s top maternity style moments The jewellery owned by Princess Diana that the Duchess of Cambridge loves to wear

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By not sticking to tradition, Diana, Princess of Wales, earned her place in the pantheon of best-dressed women in history. And it’s a position that has only been more firmly fixed in the two decades since her death, the anniversary of which is Aug. 31. Her style evolution — from a feather-haired “Sloane Ranger” in frilly, pie-crust blouses and endless pastels to the regal woman who confidently strode in bodycon velvet, athleisure outfits, and glamorous jewels — hinged on what was some major bending of the royal rules of fashion at the time. The princess’s risk-taking moves — such as wearing denim overalls in public (the scandal!) — paved the way for Kate Middleton’s casual-glam mom style. “Diana often didn’t wear gloves or hats, and was the first female royal to wear trousers to an evening event,”  exhibit curator Eleri Lynn  told  WWD  during a walk-through of “ Diana: Her Fashion Story ,” an exhibition now at Kensington Palace that showcases the most iconic looks Diana wore during public outings, as well as the reasoning behind the outfits. “She learned the unwritten rules of royal dressing,” Lynn added, “but liked to break them sometimes.” Read more at Yahoo Style + Beauty: Follow us on  Instagram ,  Facebook , and  Pinterest  for nonstop inspiration delivered fresh to your feed, every day. For Twitter updates, follow  @YahooStyle  and @YahooBeauty .

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