Kate Middleton and Pippa Middleton graced Wimbledon together, each making a stylish statement that carried deeper significance.
The Duchess of Cambridge, Princess Kate, appeared at Wimbledon on July 14 in a stunning purple dress, marking only her second public appearance since revealing her cancer diagnosis earlier this year. As the patron of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, her choice of regal purple was a nod to her role. Kate accessorized with a bow tie pin representing the club’s colors, purple and dark green, a tradition she has upheld since assuming the role from Queen Elizabeth in 2016. Over the years, Kate has showcased a spectrum of colors at Wimbledon, from vibrant yellows to polka dots and soft pinks.
Kate’s purple Safiyaa dress, previously worn at the Royal Variety Performance, featured an elegant design with crystal embellishments. The London-based label has also been favored by other prominent figures like Meghan Markle and Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden.
Accompanying her was Pippa Middleton, who joined her sister and niece, Princess Charlotte, in the front row of the Royal Box at Centre Court. Pippa opted for a floral pink dress, a garment she had worn previously in support of family members, including her brother James Middleton at his 2021 wedding.
Kate’s family, including her parents and siblings, have been a steadfast source of support during her cancer treatment. Recently, her brother James shared a touching message and a throwback photo, highlighting their united front in facing challenges together.
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Princess Charlotte, making her own fashion statement at Wimbledon, wore a charming blue polka dot dress reminiscent of her mother’s style. She accessorized with sunglasses, a signature look she has sported at Christmas outings and other royal events.
This Wimbledon appearance marked Kate’s second outing since her cancer disclosure, with palace officials clarifying that it does not signify a full return to public duties yet. The royal family traditionally spends the summer out of the public eye, potentially including a retreat to Balmoral Castle in Scotland, a favored destination where King Charles and his family gather each August.