The Princess of Wales sported a meaningful accessory from her early days as a royal as she made a discreet evening visit to Finlay & Co opticians in London’s Notting Hill on Tuesday.
The 43-year-old princess was spotted wearing her Aquascutum scarf, a piece that dates back to her first royal tour in 2011.
The understated outing saw Kate choosing the vintage accessory that holds particular significance, having been worn during her inaugural overseas tour as a member of the Royal Family.
The visit to the Notting Hill establishment marked a rare public sighting of the scarf, which has remained in the Princess’s wardrobe for nearly 14 years.
The Princess of Wales sported a meaningful accessory from her early days as a royal
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The scarf first made its appearance during Kate’s Canadian tour in July 2011, just months after her April wedding to Prince William.
During the tour, the royal was photographed wearing the khaki-coloured Aquascutum scarf while rowing a canoe to Honeymoon Island in Blatchford Lake.
She paired the accessory with a slim-fit khaki top for the outdoor adventure, creating a practical yet polished look for the wilderness excursion.
The Canadian tour marked Kate’s first official overseas visit as a member of the Royal Family, making the scarf a memento of this significant milestone in her royal career.
Princess Kate in Canada during her first royal tour in 2011
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For her recent London outing, Kate styled the vintage scarf with the chic ‘Longrun Wool Coat’ from Max & Co, a new addition to her wardrobe.
The Princess completed her ensemble with grey ‘Martin’ wide-leg trousers from Sezane, keeping the look contemporary yet classic.
Adding to her outfit, she debuted the ‘Mini Lytton Crossbody Bag in Ludlow Taupe’, marking its first appearance in her accessory collection.
It is a rare appearance from Princess Kate, who is making a gradual return to royal duties, focusing on family as she adapts to life after treatment.
Prince William and Princess Kate pose for the official tour portrait for their trip to Canada in 2011
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