The Princess of Wales wore a Max Mara houndstooth blazer during a visit to Southend on September 24, and a similar style from Roman is available for £65, reduced to £48.75 for new customers using the code AFRPLC25Q226.
Princess Catherine re-wore her Houndstooth Double-Breasted Blazer from Max Mara during a visit to The Forward Trust to mark Addiction Awareness Week in Southend. She paired it with straight-leg trousers and loafers, demonstrating how country-inspired fashion can work in an urban setting.
Countrycore trend led by the Princess of Wales
Countrycore is emerging as one of the most prominent trends of the autumn season, defined by an understated colour palette, timeless prints such as tweed and houndstooth, and a blend of practicality and elegance. The Princess of Wales has already assembled several outfits within this aesthetic, including a tweed hat and brown jodhpurs worn in Scotland last week.
The Max Mara blazer she wore in Southend is currently reduced from £1,170 to £585, though only a size 10 remains available. A comparable alternative from Max Mara costs £1,025, but the Roman Tweed Double Breasted Blazer offers a more budget-friendly way to recreate the look.
Blazer design and styling options
The Roman blazer features a double-breasted design with gold buttons, finishes at the hips, and comprises a 9% wool blend. It comes in sizes 10 to 20, though sizes 10 and 16 are currently unavailable, and there is no petite or tall sizing.
For a professional outfit, shoppers can mirror the Princess of Wales's approach by pairing the blazer with straight-leg trousers in neutral hues such as brown, navy or black, and loafers. It also suits skinny-fit trousers or leggings, knee-high boots and a white shirt, or jeans with a white T-shirt and trainers.
For those seeking a cheaper option, ASOS Design offers a tailored check blazer for £45, with notch lapels, padded shoulders and a single button fastening.
