Princess Catherine turned heads at Wimbledon on Thursday, making her first appearance at the tournament this year in a stunning mid-blue suit by Gabriella Hearst. The outfit, consisting of a double-breasted blazer (£1,900) and flared trousers (£1,000), was complemented by a white ribbed top from H&M that she has worn previously. She accessorised with Ralph Lauren brown pointed heels (£732), matching sunglasses (£96), and earrings by Carousel Jewels featuring lapis and moonstone (£170). An aide carried her Anya Hindmarch tote (£950). The total cost of her outfit, excluding the top and ring stack, was £4,848.
Royal fans praise Catherine’s sartorial choice
Royal fans took to social media to express their admiration. One user wrote on X: “She looks so lovely, and a summery casual colour suits her.” Another commented: “Supremely elegant and beautiful as always.” A third said: “A beautiful shade of blue for the PoW and lovely styling.” Others added: “Wow. She sure knows how to wear a pant suit!! Lovely colour, style and fit,” and “Beautiful .. love the suit, stunning colour on Catherine.” A sixth fan exclaimed: “She looks FABULOUS!!!! and SO WELL!!!!”
Catherine’s Wimbledon duties
Upon arrival, the Princess of Wales greeted tennis fans who had queued for hours in hopes of securing tickets. As patron of the All England Lawn Tennis Club, she joined stewards to help take payment and hand out tickets to lucky attendees. She watched Briton Arthur Fery play his second-round match against Finnish Otto Virtanen, sitting alongside AELTC chairwoman Deborah Jevans and former professional player Tim Henman. Catherine also visited Court One to watch Briton Katie Swan face American Madison Keys.
Engagement with young photographers
The royal spent time with children from the local Shine Camera Club, which supports children from disadvantaged backgrounds to develop confidence, creativity, and self-expression through photography.
