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Society beauty Violet Vestey showcased an edgier look in a floor-length gown with a see-through top as she joined husband William Vestey, 35, at the Buckingham Palace party last night.

James Middleton, Ted Innes Ker and George Percy attend the Salon Prive in association with Audemars Piguet at Syon Park on June 24, 2011 in London, England.

A memorial service for Annabel Sykes - whose dead body was discovered by her husband's ex-wife - has already been held in the chapel at Sledmere estate.

Rumours have persisted that the couple are more than just good friends. The former Edinburgh University flatmates have gone on a skiing holiday together.

The Duchess of Cambridge's sister fresh from completing a 56-mile cross country charity ski event in Sweden, took to the slopes again along with her old flame and close friend George Percy.

Ted Innes Ker, James Middleton and George Percy attend the Salon Prive in association with Audemars Piguet at Syon Park on June 24, 2011 in London, England.

George, Earl Percy, left

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The women here are part of a select group of 24 who have become duchesses by marrying into the British aristocracy. But, they tell Jane Dismore, their role today is far from tiaras and titles.

Alnwick Castle, Northumberland, England with Lord George Percy and Lady.