Princess Kate has delivered another standout autumn knitwear moment in British label ME+EM, wearing the Fair Isle design during a private engagement in Cornwall yesterday. Kensington Palace released new portraits of the Princess to mark the commissioning of her latest project exploring how nature can support the social and emotional development of babies and young children.
And if you're a fan of the look, you're in luck - we've headed straight to the high street so you can shop Princess Kate's exact jumper before it disappears. The rich brown, cobalt blue and cream Fair Isle design immediately caught our eye, delivering that cosy country-chic formula Kate does so well.
Design and Details
Made from a supersoft alpaca-wool blend, it has a relaxed silhouette, classic crew neckline, full-length sleeves and neat ribbed trims that make it feel both effortless and beautifully put together. The pecan brown base feels made for autumn, while flashes of cobalt blue and cream give the traditional Fair Isle pattern a fresher, more modern edge.
It is exactly the sort of jumper that can make a simple pair of jeans look instantly more expensive with almost no effort. Kate is no stranger to ME+EM either, having worn the British label on numerous occasions over the years.
Availability and Alternatives
Shoppers may want to move quickly, though, because the jumper is already sold out in XS and XL. At the time of writing, XXS, S, M and L are still available, but with the Princess 'Kate effect' already kicking in, we would not expect the remaining sizes to hang around for long.
If you are after a timeless knit with serious royal fashion credentials and plenty of wear-again potential, this is one worth snapping up before it disappears. The jumper is priced at £195.
For those seeking alternatives, the Eddie Fair Isle jumper from Boden is available at £99, offering a softer palette of blush pink, cream and muted brown. The White Company's Fair Isle Funnel-Neck Jumper with Alpaca is priced at £145, featuring a hot-cocoa shade and funnel neckline for a more luxurious feel.
