The Duchess of Cambridge wears Saloni Lodha's creation for a networking do in London on Tuesday

The dress Duchess chose was plain rich blue, half-sleeved and cinched at the waist with a simple black belt. The blue Saloni dress is in huge demand selling off quickly after the Duchess wore it last evening showing her influence in the fashion market.

Saloni Lodhan's designs draws from her traditional Marwari heritage and is popular among international celebs including Samantha Cameron, Rosie Hintington-Whiteley, Naomi Watts and now even the Duchess

The Duchess teamed the simple dress with a clutch, heeled pumps and loose hair with soft curls at the end bouncing off her shoulders.

The Duchess interacting with children and receiving presents from them meant for Prince George and Princess Charlotte

Kate Middleton's decision to go with Indian designer's outfit comes just days after Prince William announced that the Duke and Duchess will visit India in spring 2016.

Kate delivered a talk at BMA in London on Tuesday in her Saloni Lodha blue dress

Saloni, a reputed brand in London is available at top designer outlets such as Selfridges, Net-a-porter, Harrods and Matches.

Kate Middleton - Duchess of Cambridge at The Fostering Network Excellence dazzled in the Saloni dress

Saloni Lodha, the founder designer behind the brand, was born in India studying fashion in Mumbai and later moved to London in 2004 to set up her boutique. Saloni Lodhan now resides in Hong Kong. Her clothes draw on Indian heritage, especially Gujarati heritage as she is born into a traditional Marwari family.

The Duchess's decision to wear Indian designer Saloni's creation comes just days after Duke and Duchess announced India visit in spring 2016

"I always keep in mind my Indian heritage while designing but don’t translate it literally into our clothes. I think the way we as a brand celebrate bold colours and patterns is our way of bringing the spirit of India into the collections,” Saloni says on her website.

Duchess mingles with the guests at BMA London during her solo engagement

Her clothes' appeal is truly international with mega celebrities including Emma Watson, Carey Mulligan, Helena Christensen, Samantha Cameron, Naomi Watts, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Jessica Alba and now the Duchess of Cambridge choosing to wear it.

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