Kate Middleton’s touching Princess Diana tribute at
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Kate Middleton regarded gorgeous as she soaked up the environment at Trooping the Colour today. Catherine, the Princess of Wales, beamed with delight as she took in all the pomp and pageantry of King Charles’ official birthday celebration.
The 44-year-old royal donned a powder-blue costume by Catherine Walker, complemented by an outsized Philip Treacy hat and her signature pearl earrings. Her ensemble radiated class – and members of the British public had been fast to notice that it had a well-known really feel. Many observers felt Kate gave the impression to be paying tribute to Princess Diana with the refined look.
As the comparability image clearly exhibits, each princesses sported an analogous shade of blue that includes distinctive white piping. It comes after Kate not too long ago made another candy gesture to Princess Diana that followers might have missed.
On X, one commentator pointed out, “A nod from Kate to her late mother-in-law at today’s Trooping the Colour. The Princess of Wales is wearing a pale blue outfit designed by Catherine Walker, a designer often worn by Princess Diana. Today also marks 45 years since Diana attended her first Trooping the Colour.”
Meanwhile, another viewer gushed, “Fashion goes full circle to 1987. Two Princesses of Wales, one classic Catherine Walker coat dress. #troopingofthecolour.
WINDSOR, UNITED KINGDOM – APRIL 19: Diana, Princess Of Wales, With Her Son, Prince William And Her Nephew, Peter Phillips, On Their Way To Easter Service. The Princess Is Wearing A Pale Blue Coat Designed By Catherine Walker Who Made A Similar One For Prince William (Photo by Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images) (Image: Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images)
Princess Diana had a particular fondness for this style, first showcasing it at an Easter service alongside her son, Prince William, and nephew, Peter Phillips, in 1987. Then, in 1992, she also teamed a pale blue outfit with a coordinating Philip Somerville hat.
Powder blue has remained a favored hue among female members of the Royal Family for generations. Historically, blue pigments extracted from lapis lazuli represented a scarce commodity, exclusively designated for royalty and significant figures depicted in religious artwork, reports The Mirror.
LONDON, ENGLAND – JUNE 13: Catherine, Princess of Wales and Prince Louis of Wales during Trooping The Colour on June 13, 2026 in London, England. Trooping The Colour is a ceremonial parade celebrating the official birthday of the British Monarch. The event features over 1400 soldiers of the Household Division and King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery, including over 400 musicians from the Massed Bands. (Photo by Chris Jackson/Getty Images) (Image: Getty Images)
In modern times, the particular shade of blue selected continues to convey specific symbolism. While darker shades such as navy project stern, corporate-style authority, powder blue provides a nuanced “smooth energy.”
It allows royal women to earn respect and preserve a refined presence while simultaneously projecting warmth, energy, and exceptional accessibility to the public.
Trooping the Colour, alternatively referred to as the Sovereign’s Birthday Parade, occurs annually in June to commemorate the monarch’s birthday.
The inaugural Trooping the Colour is thought to have been conducted during King Charles II’s reign, who served as Monarch from 1660 to 1685. However, it was King Edward VII, who ruled from 1901 to 1910 and was born in November, that established the practice of staging Trooping the Colour in June.
Despite King Charles actually being born in November, his birthday is observed in June, consistent with numerous monarchs preceding him. This stems from longstanding tradition and weather considerations.
LONDON, ENGLAND – JUNE 13: Catherine, Princess of Wales during Trooping The Colour on June 13, 2026 in London, England. Trooping The Colour is a ceremonial parade celebrating the official birthday of the British Monarch. The event features over 1400 soldiers of the Household Division and King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery, including over 400 musicians from the Massed Bands. (Photo by Jeff Spicer/Getty Images) (Image: Getty Images)
The ceremony kicked off in London at Horse Guards Parade today, with thousands of royal enthusiasts crowding the Mall to mark the occasion. The King’s Company, 1st Battalion Grenadier Guards, took center stage, trooping their color before His Majesty.
After the procession concluded, the Royal Family gathered on the Buckingham Palace balcony to view the Royal Air Force flypast.
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