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Kate kicked off 2025 with the news she was in remission, and visited the hospital where she received treatment last year. “As anyone who has experienced a cancer diagnosis will know, it takes time to adjust to a new normal. I am however looking forward to a fulfilling year ahead,” she wrote in a message.
While her fashion was not the focus of the appearance, she showed up in a classic Kate outfit: a tartan Blaze Milano coat, a Kiltane cashmere turtleneck, and an Edeline Lee midi skirt.
From the Archives
In February in Wales, Kate surprised royal watchers when she wore a Ralph Lauren coat she had previously worn way back in 2007. She styled the cropped jacket with a brown turtleneck and a pleated tartan Gucci skirt.
Bow Moment
Classic Coatdress
To mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day, Kate chose a burgundy Emilia Wickstead coatdress she’s worn on previous occasions, including a 2022 state visit hosting President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa
Polka Dot Repeat
At a Thanksgiving Service to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day at Westminster Abbey, Kate wore Princess Diana’s diamond and pearl earrings and she chose a white polka dot dress by Alessandra Rich. It was yet another repeat outfit; she wore the look two years prior, on Garter Day in June 2023.
Self-Portrait Dress (Twice!)
Kate loves this Self-Portrait dress so much she wore it back-to-back in quick succession: In May at a concert celebrating VE Day 80 (left), and at Garter Day in June. It’s a favorite outfit of the Princess—she first wore it in 2021, and again in 2022. (More on Kate’s repeat outfits, here.) She even kept her jewelry the same on both outings, choosing vintage pearl cluster earrings and a pearl necklace from Susan Caplan.
Butter Yellow
Casual Kate
Dior Debut
In July, at the formal welcome for French State Visit, Kate wore Dior for the first time. She paired the blush pink blazer and skirt with a matching bespoke hat by Jess Collett and royal pearl jewelry—Princess Diana’s earrings and a necklace from Queen Elizabeth’s collection.
Tiara Return
Bespoke Self-Portrait
Kate, as patron of the All England Lawn Tennis Club, attended both the Wimbledon women’s and men’s finals this year. For the women’s championship, she chose a bespoke pale yellow Self-Portrait dress.
Bespoke Roskanda
A day later, for the Wimbledon men’s championship, she opted for a custom royal blue dress by Roksanda that featured a large bow on the left shoulder, and a statement necklace from Daniella Draper.
Prince of Wales Check Suit
On an engagement in September to visit historic textile mills, the Princess of Wales wore a Prince of Wales check suit by British designer Bella Freud.
Glamorous in Gold
Olive Suit
For an engagement in Oxford in early October, the Princess of Wales wore an olive green Victoria Beckham suit, and accessorized with a meaningful pendant necklace that features the initials of her children.
Countryside Chic
During an October visit to Northern Ireland, Kate wore a Barbour jacket, Jura Cardigan from WNU, and a Ralph Lauren tweed skirt—a perfect look for a day out at two farms.
Velvet Gown
For the annual Royal Variety Performance in November, the Princess of Wales chose an off-the-shoulder velvet green gown from Talbot Runhof. She also wore two standout pieces of royal jewelry: the Queen Mary Choker Bracelet and the Greville Diamond Chandelier Earrings.
Dramatic Tiara
Festive Fur
Plaid on Plaid
For her final public appearance of the year—attending church on Christmas day—Kate wore the Blaze Milano coat she wore on her very first engagement of 2025, but this time paired it with a Gucci plaid skirt.
Emily Burack (she/her) is the Senior News Editor for Town & Country, where she covers entertainment, celebrities, the royals, and a wide range of other topics. Before joining T&C, she was the deputy managing editor at Hey Alma, a Jewish culture site. Follow her @emburack on Twitter and Instagram.
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