Kate Middleton flaunts Indian-origin designer's creation

London: Britain's Kate Middleton has flaunted a sheer navy blue dress from India-born British designer Saloni Lodha's creations at a reception here for expatriates from India and Bhutan, days ahead of her visit to the two countries.

The Duchess of Cambridge joined husband Prince William to host a pre-tour reception for representatives of the Indian and Bhutanese expatriates at their home in Kensington Palace on Wednesday.

The royal couple will be setting off on their six-day India and Bhutan tour from Sunday.

The high-collar, floor-length dress is called the Mary Illusion Dot Dress from Lodha's Pre-Fall 2016 collection. It featured polka dots all over, a high ruffled neck and long sleeves. It was also cinched in at the waist with a band-like belt.

The dress gave an illusion of a plunging neckline and had a v-shaped cut-out detailing at the back. The dress gave a very Victorian vibe to the Duchess's style.

The 34-year-old completed her outfit with diamond and sapphire earrings and navy high-heels. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are all set to embark
on the Indian tour and as a taster met representatives from the Prince Charles' charity, British Asian Trust.

Lodha is among the favourites as the Duchess plans to showcase Indo-British designers during her South Asia visit, which will also include a visit to the Taj Mahal in Agra.

Lodha founded her luxury label in London in 2007 and is known for her exotic designs.

Just a few days after it was announced the Duke and Duchess would be travelling to India, Kate wore a dress by Lodha for a function in London, hinting perhaps that she will also rely on the designer's print and colour filled collection
for the upcoming tour.