photo via Victory Murphy's Twitter
Place2Be is the leading UK provider of school-based mental health services, providing early therapeutic intervention to help children and young people cope with issues such as bullying, bereavement, domestic violence, family breakdown, neglect and trauma.
The Duchess met the 20 finalists, as well as other guests, before the award ceremony began and the winner was announced.
photo via Clarence House's Twitter
The award ceremony i supported by the Garfield Weston Foundation. Guests tonight did not get to see the royal couples private home as the event took place in the State Apartments, which are used for public events and entertaining. Tonight, the event was hosted by the Duchess of Cambridge in the Queen's Gallery.
Victoria Murphy, royal reporter for The Mirror, shared this pictures from the venue.
photo via Victoria Murphy's Twitter
The Place2Be Wellbeing in Schools Awards celebrate "unsung heroes who make a real difference to the life of their school community through their commitment to children's emotional wellbeing".
The winners were chosen by a judging panel which included people with backgrounds in health, justice, academia and child welfare including the Children's Commissioner for England Dr Maggie Atkinson, journalist and broadcaster Professor Tanya Byron, OFSTED lead inspector Wendy Simmons and Bedford Police's Deputy Chief Commissioner Jon Boutcher.
Place2Be released a statement about the award ceremony saying:
"We are greatly honoured that HRH The Duchess of Cambridge will be attending the first-ever Place2Be Wellbeing in Schools Awards," says the charity's Chief Executive Catherine Roche. "The Duchess is committed to improving the mental health and emotional wellbeing of children in the UK. Her support for Place2Be has helped to shine a spotlight on the need to tackle children's mental health at the earliest possible stage. These Awards give us the chance to thank and celebrate the achievements of our volunteers, our staff, head teachers, parents, school colleagues and, of course, most importantly, the children and young people themselves."
The Duchess arrived at the Queen's Gallery shortly before 6:30pm for the reception and award ceremony.
photo via Clarence House's Twitter
The Duchess mingled with guests before the awards ceremony started at 7pm. According to The Mirror, Kate was being praised for her interest and hands-on approach to her patronage.
photo via Vitoria Murphy's Twitter
Place2Be Chief Executive Benita Refson said:
"This is a wonderful, exciting opportunity to honour our young people and schools in such a wonderful setting. The Duchess' total and utter belief in what we do and her commitment to children's mental health is incredible."
The Duchess met Ashantae Ahmet, aged 12, who is a Child Champion Place2Be Awards finalist.
photo via Clarence House's Twitter
The Duchess released a foreword before tonights event. You can see that here. Within it she writes:
"It is wonderful that this important area of children's emotional health is being recognised with these inaugural awards. The commitment, dedication and hard work that is going on across the schools involved with Place2Be is truly humbling."
The Duchess presented the awards to the finalists.
photo via Victoria Murphy's Twitter
Last November, Kate attended a schools forum on behalf of Place2Be in London. She was a vision in navy. Her outfit actually received some criticism, as some people thought that the outfit was too matchy-matchy.
photo from the Daily Mail
photo via the Daily Mail
The top was from Invitation by Hobbs. The Invitation Emilia Top is now sold out but originally retailed for £89 before being reduced to £60 in the sale. Hobbs describe the top as "sheer elegance sums up the stunning Emilia top from our Invitation range. Black textured crepe forms a figure-flattering shape and the embroidered polka dot design lends this a little alluring appeal, making it perfect for that special occasion".
Although the top isn't available anymore, Invitation by Hobbs have the Marigold Dress which is very similar to the top style. It is described on the website as "Marigold is a sleeveless dress for more formal occasions, yet the pretty, fit-and-flare silhouette and sheer polka-dot panel soften the overall look." It is available for £149.
The Duchess's skirt is by Jenny Packham, a go-to designer for the Duchess, and is from the Fall 2013 Collection.
The Duchess also wore her Alexander McQueen Glossed Leather Belt which retailed for £450 and is unfortunately now sold out. Personally, I would have preferred to see the outfit without the belt as I don't think a belt was necessary with the peplum on the top.
She also wore her Jimmy Choo Vikki Suede Pumps which retailed for £375.
Kate also carried a black suede clutch.
photo via the Daily Mail
Kate wore her hair in a half-up half-down style which suits her very well. It is becoming a signature hairstyle for the Duchess, much like the Chelsea blow dry. She also had her usual smokey eye make-up and blushed cheeks.
photo via the Daily Mail
This hairstyle also allowed us to get a better view of Kate's earrings. She appears to be wearing her Cassandra Goad 'Temple of Heaven' Earrings in Yellow Gold.
A simple top and a full skirt is a timelessly elegant look. It is an ideal substitute for a dress at your Christmas work party. Coast Vara Lace Top is similar, although not exactly the same, as Kate's. It has sheer panels and would look lovely tucked into a full skirt. It is currently available for £45. Coast Evaline Skirt is a beautifully colourful skirt which will make your outfit stand out in the dreary winter nights. It is currently available for £125. Kate teamed the outfit with black suede pumps, these ones from Dune, Head over Heels BamBam Stiletto Heel Platform Court Shoes, are a good substitute at the much more affordable price of £55. The Duchess also carried a black suede clutch. Miss KG Tess Clutch Bag is a cheaper replica at £40. The sparkly bow adds a touch of glamour to your evening outfit. For a pair of yellow gold drop earrings the Accessorize Deco Fan Cut Out Earrings are good substitute, especially at only £6.
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