Martha Stewart Celebrated Her Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue Cover in One of Kate Middleton's Favorite Designers

What do Martha Stewart and Kate Middleton have in common? Aside from the obvious—fame, fortune, a signature coif—the unlikely duo appear to share a favorite eveningwear designer, Jenny Packham. 

Stewart celebrated her Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue cover on Thursday, May 18, at the launch event in New York City. The 81-year-old, understanding that she was the star of the evening, wore a long-sleeve beaded Jenny Packham gown in a look-at-me shade: gold. 

She kept the rest of her look simple and on brand, sporting her unfussy shoulder-length blonde bob and a glowy, sun-kissed beat. 

To keen observer of all things royal fashion like myself, the look was instantly recognizable—back in 2021 the Princess of Wales sported a version of the same dress to the world premiere of the James Bond film No Time to Die. 

Middleton's dress featured a cape rather than long bell sleeves, with sheets of gold beads cascading down the back, but the V neckline and gathered waist are unmistakably the same Jenny Packham design.