Kate Middleton pulled another royal fashion move—this time, at sea level. At the official naming ceremony for HMS Glasgow in Scotland, the Princess of Wales arrived in a navy-and-white coatdress that instantly leaned into nautical style.
But this wasn’t just on-theme—it was layered with royal callbacks, from a recycled Platinum Jubilee hat to heirloom jewelry once worn by Princess Diana.
Embed from Getty ImagesThe coatdress had clean lines and sharp tailoring, finished with a matching raffia hat she previously wore during Queen Elizabeth II’s Jubilee celebration in 2022. She kept the accessories tight: beige suede heels, a navy velvet clutch, and a silver military brooch pinned on her chest.
The standout piece? Her diamond-and-sapphire drop earrings that perfectly match her engagement ring—both of which belonged to Diana.
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Kate’s outfit was more than just fashion—it was strategy. The twisted low bun allowed her to pull off the structured hat effortlessly. The earrings and ring combo brought generational significance to the look, subtly tying her to the royal women before her.
Even the silver brooch served a purpose—it represented her new role as the official sponsor of HMS Glasgow, a next-gen Royal Navy ship that’ll protect the UK’s nuclear deterrent and aircraft carriers.
No extra layers, no bold patterns—just navy and white done right. And yes, the color palette mirrored the naval backdrop exactly. This is textbook royal event dressing with purpose.
Kate and William’s Coordinated Outfits Were Royal Couple Goals
Embed from Getty ImagesWilliam matched Kate’s look with a navy suit, a white button-up, and a striped tie (blue, red, and white). His military medals were front and center, complementing the formality of the event.
The two walked onto the ship together, perfectly coordinated both in appearance and tone—very much the definition of royal alignment.
This outing came just days after the Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace, where Kate wore a soft yellow ensemble. That was all about spring elegance. Today’s look was structured, sharp, and strictly aligned with her ceremonial role.
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