Catherine, 44, and William, 43, arrived at Lambeth Palace for an introduction to the first woman to hold the role of head of the Church of England. Catherine wore a custom Edeline Lee textured midi dress, alongside debuting her engraved Gold Keeper’s Heart Trace Chain Necklace, which retails at £1,555, for the first time at the engagement.
The elegant piece is handcrafted in England using recycled 9-carat gold and is engraved with a handwritten message, although it’s not clear what it reads.
Kate sported one of Daniella Draper’s designs at Wimbledon alongside William and their two eldest children – Prince George and Princess Charlotte – last year.
The gems featured in the jewellery piece were for the month of April, which is the month that Prince Louis – who was absent from Wimbledon – was born.
Meeting in the Archbishop’s study, relaxed conversation ensued with discussions on the contribution of churches around the country to their communities, and William and Catherine’s work through The Royal Foundation.
The royal couple are looking forward to spending time with Archbishop Sarah and building a strong working relationship with her.
The visit followed Archbishop Sarah paying homage to His Majesty the King as Supreme Governor of the Church of England at Buckingham Palace yesterday.
Archbishop Sarah said: “It was a privilege to welcome the Prince and Princess of Wales to Lambeth Palace today. I know we hold the same hope for a better world and I look forward to working together in the years to come.
“I will continue to hold them and their family in my prayers.”