Kate Middleton made a very public return once again on Sunday, joining her daughter Princess Charlotte for a day at the Wimbledon tennis courts.
The royal, 42, has taken some time out of the spotlight in recent months as she focuses on her recovery from cancer treatment.
The Princess of Wales looked stunning as she attended the men’s final, before presenting the trophy to the winner, Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz.
Kate looked as radiant as ever in a custom-made £1,295 purple dress by Safiyaa, and even added a new pair of earrings for the occasion.
She opted for sterling silver and gold Sabine Hoops from independent British jeweller By Pariah, a sustainable brand based in London.
Kate Middleton made a stylish return to public life on Sunday with a new pair of earrings from By Pariah.
She opted for sterling silver and gold Sabine Hoops from independent British jeweller By Pariah, a sustainable brand based in London.
The sleek yet chunky hoop design is a modern style and adds a glamorous element to your simple yet elegant outfit.
The princess is known to love modern brands with a story, and the earrings are a bit more affordable than her usual items.
The Sabine hoops retail at £400, but they also offer a smaller version for £280 and silver alternatives for £300 and £300, and a clip-on option.
The pieces are available at Liberty, Net-A-Porter and Harvey Nichols, where they sold out quickly after being worn by the Princess, according to Woman and home magazine.
“I think they’re so popular because they’re so easy but they also convey a message,” said founder Sophie Howard. Harper’s Bazaar.
‘They dress up an outfit in a chic and casual way. They are a unique alternative to the classic gold hoop.’
She added: “It’s completely surreal, to be honest, but very special. I’m so proud of our team and deeply honoured and grateful for Kate’s support.”
The brand is adored by celebrities: Hailey Bieber also wears the Sabine Hoops, while Katie Holmes and Florence Pugh sport the Large Drop Earrings.
The Princess of Wales looked stunning as she attended the men’s final tournament.
The Sabine hoops retail at £400 (pictured), but we also offer a smaller version for £280
Kate, 42, looked as radiant as ever in a bespoke purple Safiyaa gown for £1,295.
Catherine, Princess of Wales, waves as she arrives to attend the men’s singles tennis final.
Even Michelle Obama has shown her love for the brand, opting for Orbit rings in citrine and green amethyst.
The brand name is inspired by a National Geographic magazine article describing the remote areas of the Caribbean.
It exudes sustainability and luxury, with all pieces made from 100 percent recycled gold and silver, using precious stones in their untreated form and recycling 80 percent of the water used in the manufacturing process.
“Above all, our collections are designed and crafted to be worn and loved for as long as possible,” By Pariah’s website states.
We believe in timeless pieces that can be passed down from generation to generation, that are durable and transcend time.
The brand’s celebrity following was a good fit for Kate’s outing at Wimbledon, as she was accompanied in the royal box by the likes of Tom Cruise and Benedict Cumberbatch.
Other details of the Princess of Wales’s look included her favorite green and purple bow for the occasion.
Since 2017, the mother-of-three has worn the elegant brooch, which features the tournament’s iconic colours, every time she has visited Wimbledon.
Kate debuted her green and purple bow in 2017, when she paired it with a short-sleeved white dress.
The future Queen has since worn it to her annual appearances at the Grand Slam event.
Kate opted for a stunning £1295 lavender dress by Safiyaa for yesterday’s action-packed day, as well as her special Wimbledon bow.
Last year, the Princess of Wales wore the prestigious accessory on the final day of the pageant with her elegant emerald green Roland Mouret gown.
In 2022, she pinned it on her chest alongside her navy polka dot Alessandra Rich dress and also on her bright yellow Roksanda dress.
More than just an accessory, the Princess’s Wimbledon brooch is actually a symbol of royal patronage, a gift from Queen Elizabeth II.
Kate took over the role of patron in 2016 from the late Queen, who had held the position for 64 years.
The accessory is worn by members of the Management Committee during the Fortnight, the AELTC Main Board and representatives of the LTA. It signifies their responsibilities as the governing Committee of the tournament.
Traditionally, the Patron has always been awarded a ribbon by the Committee in recognition of her role, so the Duchess has decided to wear it when visiting the Championships.
Other persons who also received an honorary bow from the Committee are the Executive Director.
Nine-year-old Kate and Charlotte and their mother, the Princess of Wales, 42, arrived to take their seats in the Royal Box on Centre Court, and were greeted with a standing ovation and applause.
The duo and Kate’s sister Pippa Middleton watched reigning champion Carlos Alcaraz take on veteran Novak Djokovic, winning in three sets.
Nine-year-old Kate and Charlotte spoke to tennis star Alcaraz off the court and revealed they had been watching his performance at home.
The mother-of-three, who has stepped back from public royal duties while undergoing cancer treatment, said: “This is Charlotte, (she was) cheering you on. You had all hearts crossed.
Nine-year-olds Kate and Charlotte spoke to tennis talent Alcaraz off the court and revealed she had been watching tennis at home.
The mother-of-three, who has stepped back from public royal duties while undergoing cancer treatment, was pictured today with her daughter.
Alcaraz, dressed entirely in white and holding the trophy, replied: “Nice to meet you.”
Kate then said: “We’ve seen a lot on TV so it’s great to finally meet you,” before repeating herself as the athlete struggled to hear her.
A starstruck Charlotte looked slightly shy as she stood next to Kate and smiled at Alcaraz during their conversation, while her aunt Pippa stood behind the pair and beamed at the interaction.
Before presenting the trophy to Alcaraz, Kate commiserated and shook hands with runner-up Novak Djokovic.
Dressed in a bespoke Safiyaa gown worth £1,295, the royal was greeted with a standing ovation as she made her way to the royal box at Wimbledon earlier in the day.
Before the mother-daughter duo took their seats in the royal box, they met with stars of women’s tennis, including Emma Radacanu, 21, who presented Kate with a bouquet of flowers.
Charlotte was beaming from ear to ear as she met up with the tennis star, who sadly saw her Wimbledon dream crushed on Centre Court by New Zealand qualifier Lulu Sun last week.
Kate and Charlotte were also greeted by Sonay Kartal, Lily Miyazaki, Lucy Shuker and Flora Johnson as they arrived on the players’ lawn at Wimbledon before entering Centre Court.
Charlotte made a pinky promise to Shuker, a wheelchair tennis player, that she would try the sport alongside her mother.
A starstruck Charlotte looked a little shy as she stood next to Kate and smiled at Alcaraz during their conversation, while her aunt Pippa stood behind the pair and smiled at the interaction.
Kate Middleton and Charlotte were smiling and smiling throughout the entire match.
Kate also met Raducanu, who was eliminated in the fourth round of this year’s championship, and told her: “It was really hard to see you go out.”
US Open winner Raducanu said it was “amazing” to have the support of the princess and “to see her here so healthy and happy.”
The daughter of the Prince and Princess of Wales, who wore a £70 polka dot dress from Guess, was delighted to meet the tennis star and was pictured grinning from ear to ear in his presence.
The mother and daughter then learned about the ‘Work at Wimbledon’ programme, which supports young people from different backgrounds who work at the championships.
Alcaraz now has four Grand Slam trophies with a perfect record in major finals, following his two Wimbledon triumphs, his US Open win in 2022 and his Roland Garros triumph last month. The loss denied Djokovic his 25th Grand Slam title to overtake Margaret Court on the all-time list and also equal Roger Federer’s haul of eight men’s singles titles at Wimbledon.