GH Hurt & Son Ltd, which has a long-standing connection with the Royal Family, sent the couple one of their £45 merino christening shawls ... design was white with a pattern of pale green ...

The pretty lace diamond pattern border was first knitted by ... was introduced to the world in our Super-fine Merino Wool Christening Shawl on the steps of St Mary’s,” said Ms Taylor.

The company experienced a rush of orders for the super-fine christening shawl following the appearance, which retails at £45.