Princess Kate once again demonstrated her mastery of the art of fashion with a symbolic nod to Wales during her recent visit with Prince William.
The royal couple traveled to Pontypridd ahead of St. David’s Day, a significant date for the country, and as usual, Kate chose her outfit with a clear and elegant message.
Kate Middleton’s style in Wales
For her arrival, the Princess of Wales opted for a deep red coat, a diplomatic gesture that evoked the color of the Welsh flag.
The garment stood out against an outfit in shades of brown, a sober color palette that has predominated in her recent choices.
As an added detail, both she and William wore daffodils, the national flower of Wales, reaffirming their commitment to the country’s tradition and culture.
Princess Kate’s Sustainable Fashion
Later, during a visit to the Meadow Street Community Garden and Woodland, Kate made a notable change in her attire, replacing the red coat with a tweed jacket in shades of brown.
What caught the attention of royal fashion followers was that this piece, apparently by Ralph Lauren, has been in her closet for nearly two decades.
She was first seen wearing it in 2007 during the Cheltenham Horse Racing Festival, during a period when she was not yet part of the royal family.
This choice reinforces the philosophy of sustainability that Kate has incorporated into her style over the years.
The reappearance of the tweed jacket comes at a time when the relationship between Kate’s fashion and Kensington Palace communication has been the subject of debate.
Recently, a Sunday Times article suggested that the Princess wished to reduce the focus on her outfits in order to focus attention on her projects and engagements.
However, a royal spokesperson quickly clarified that the intention was never to eliminate interest in her style and that there has never been any change in the way the palace shares information about her attire.