The Royals
Kate Turns 30: A Look Back at Her First Royal Year
As the Duchess celebrates the big 3-0, see her fairy-tale transformation from princess bride to full-fledged royal
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Updated: Tuesday Jan 03, 2012 | 06:00 AM EST By: Eloise Parker
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BEAUTIFUL IN BLUE
Proving there's little downtime for a new royal, Kate was back in the spotlight one day after the queen's parade to celebrate Prince Philip's 90th birthday on June 12. Attending a church service at St. George's Chapel at Windsor Castle, thrifty Kate recycled her favorite periwinkle blue frock coat with an elegant new hat.

