Zara Tindall Gets a Heads Start on Holiday Party Glam in a "Crown Jewel" Dress and $16,000 Earrings at Tusk Awards With Prince William

Prince William headed out for a big night in London on November 11, supporting his African wildlife conservation patronage Tusk at the charity's annual awards. Although Princess Kate hasn't attended the ceremony since 2018, three of William's cousins were on hand for the event, and Zara Tindall brought some festive season sparkle to Raffles London at The OWO.

Professional equestrian Zara traded her breeches and riding boots for a sparkling Rebecca Vallance dress, wearing the designer's aptly named "Crown Jewel" midi dress.

The navy design, which features puffed sleeves, a full skirt and bejeweled collar, delivers some extra bling with three diamante brooches marching down the front in place of buttons.

To honor Armistice Day, Zara wore a crystal poppy brooch pinned to her dress, adding more sparkle in the form of diamond lace drop earrings by one of Princess Kate's favorite jewelers, Kiki McDonough, and a blue topaz bracelet by the royal warrant holder.

Zara has often worn Rebecca Vallance designs over the years, and the Australian designer told Who magazine last year that she is proud to have support from Zara and her cousin Princess Beatrice.

"I can’t pinpoint exactly how and when these relationships began, but we have been dressing Zara Tindall for quite some time," Vallance said. "We absolutely love working with their teams on beautiful looks for their special occasions and we never take these moments for granted—the continued support from them has been like no other."

Two of Prince William's cousins from his mother's side also attended, with Earl Spencer's twin daughters Amelia and Eliza Spencer showing their support for the Prince of Wales at the Tusk Awards.

The sisters both wore shimmering Oscar de la Renta gowns and Chopard diamonds, finishing off their outfits with Roger Vivier pumps.

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