Kate Middleton and Sophie host the Commonwealth Fashion Exchange 2018

The Duchess of Cambridge and Countess of Wessex hosted a Buckingham Palace reception on Monday evening to celebrate and showcase a new fashion initiative.

On behalf of the Queen, The Duchess of Cambridge Kate along with Sophie hosted the event for the Commonwealth Fashion Exchange where they use fashion as a common language and platform to help people understand the modern Commonwealth in a different way.

This initiative helps bridge the gap and create an exchange between new and old talent across the 53 member countries. The association is meant to celebrate creativity, promote sustainable fashion and also looks into ethical supply chains. 

Many labels such as Stella McCartney, Karen Walker and Bibi Russell have partnered with artisan producers in small nations who exemplify traditional handcraft techniques and trades, with a view to creating a skills exchange.

Here is a look at some pictures from the event: