The Duchess of Cambridge stepped out for her first official engagement of 2020 alongside Prince William on Wednesday (15 January) morning, wrapped up warm in a smart tailored coat.

Will and Kate were pictured arriving at City Hall in Bradford, where they met with representatives from local employers and businesses who are helping young people into employment.

The Duke And Duchess Of Cambridge Visit Bradford
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The royal couple took part in a series of engagements in Bradford, centred around young people, employment and families, which included taking part in a workshop designed to help grandparents who are caring for children.

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Kate – who celebrated her 38th birthday earlier this month – looked predictably stunning in her dark green ensemble by McQueen, as she arrived for their first engagement of the day.

She paired her elegant, long-line coat with simple block heels and a black handbag by British label Aspinal, with her dark hair worn down.

Footage from inside City Hall shared on Twitter by royal correspondent Rebecca English shows that Kate was wearing a very stylish checked midi dress under her designer coat from high street brand Zara.

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Unfortunately, the high-necked midi dress with tie-neck detailing, which was previously on sale for just £15.99 (reduced from £89.99), is now sold out on the Zara website.

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