Traditionally, the Windsors avoid black in most circumstances, reserving the color of mourning for funerals.

But Kate has rocked the fashion-forward color anyway and not just for evening wear.

But Kate has made several daytime appearances in all-black looks too.

Kate Middleton touching her hair

The strapless dress featured a playful white collar.

It was Diana who embraced black as a chic choice, refusing to consign it to periods of mourning.

She memorably wore black dresses, even while she was still a working royal.

Princess Diana and Princess Catherine each wearing black dresses