Kate Middleton, a prominent advocate for British designers, frequently opts for locally-made attire for her official engagements. Her fashion choices, ranging from casual wear for outdoor functions to high-end couture for formal events, always attract significant attention. When the Princess of Wales selects affordable pieces from her preferred high-street brands, they often sell out quickly.
During a visit to two mills in Kent and Suffolk to honor the UK fashion industry, Kate wore an ensemble entirely composed of British pieces, sending a perceived “hidden message” to her estranged brother and sister-in-law, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. She donned a gray checked power suit by Bella Freud at Sudbury Silk Mills and Marina Mills. The suit comprised a ‘Earl’ jacket priced at $1,130, ‘Schoolboy trousers’ at $700, paired with a black Boden sweater and gold hoop earrings by Daniella Draper valued at $3,270.
In a subtle tribute to her three children—Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis—Kate wore a gold Daniella Draper necklace featuring their initials, priced at just under $670. Fashion expert Laura Craig noted that Kate’s deliberate choice of attire, including the Prince of Wales check fabric, during Prince Harry’s recent UK visit seemed to convey a specific message to the Sussexes.
The expert analyzed that Kate’s strategic fashion selection, showcasing loyalty to the British royal family, implied a contrast to any other contenders. Kate re-wore the suit weeks later during her visit to RAF Coningsby Air Base, where she interacted with children in their best attire, apologizing for not dressing up similarly.
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