Kate Middleton marked a life milestone earlier this year. She celebrated her 40th birthday and had a low-key engagement on January 9.
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Three official portraits of her surfaced ahead of the day, and a source told Us Weekly that they all "delighted" her. She reportedly spent weeks preparing for the material, making the outcome more "thrilling" for her.
The Duchess of Cambridge wore a selection of Alexander McQueen gowns for the shoot. They were taken by Paolo Roversi, an Italian-born photographer known for his striking and intimate portraiture.