Princess Kate makes unusual decision on latest Royal Family appearance

Princess Kate wore a pinstriped suit today

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Dorothy Reddin

By Dorothy Reddin


Published: 03/10/2023

- 19:57

The Princess of Wales's suit cost £848 in Cardiff today

Princess Kate wore a gorgeous Holland and Cooper navy pinstripe suit in Cardiff today, which marked the second time she'd worn it this week.

Although the Princess of Wales is known for recycling her clothes, this is the first time Kate has worn something twice in one week.


On Thursday, the princess wore the exact same designer suit to meet the CEO of Apple, Tim Cook, inside Windsor Castle.

Kate chose to wear a Holland and Cooper Navy Chalk pinstripe double-breasted blazer today, which cost £549.

WATCH NOW: Kate and William stepped out in Cardiff today

She paired this with matching high-waisted straight trousers, which retail for £299.

Underneath the suit, Kate wore a Holland and Cooper white shirt bodysuit, which sells for £149.

For footwear, the princess chose to wear Gianvito Rossi ‘Gianvito 105’ navy suede pumps, which cost £650.

Their definition says: "Gianvito 105 is a signature style, defined by a sleek 105mm stiletto heel and a statement pointy toe.

Princess Kate and Prince William

Kate and William in Cardiff today

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Princess Kate

Kate's suit is from Holland and Cooper

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"Handmade in Italy as in the best artisanal tradition."

To accessorise, Kate wore a Ballon Bleu de Cartier stainless steel bracelet watch, which cost a whopping £11,400.

Its description reads: "Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch, 28 mm, quartz movement Steel case, fluted steel crown set with a synthetic cabochon-shaped spinel.

"Steel bezel set with 42 brilliant-cut diamonds totalling 0.48 carat.

Princess Kate

Princess Kate wore very expensive accessories today

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Princess Kate

Kate's shoes cost £650

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Princess Kate

Kate looked beautiful in Cardiff today

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"Sunray grey dial, set with 19 brilliant-cut diamonds totalling 0.08 carat."

Kate additionally wore "Rosalia" earrings from Shyla London, which retail for £68. They are described as "the dream everyday pearl hoop earrings".

The description continues: "The perfect size and width, elegantly formed with circular fresh water pearls.

"This is our modern and casual take on the essential pearl earring."

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