
For Princess Kate, it's been a year of reflection and rejuvenation as she's returned to the royal spotlight. After being diagnosed with cancer in early 2024, the Princess of Wales canceled all of her duties as she received chemotherapy treatment. While she made a few scattered appearances in the summer and autumn, the mom of three didn't add more to her calendar until November, attending two Remembrance Day events before joining the royals for a busy December. On Monday, March 10, the Princess of Wales made her first appearance at the annual Commonwealth Day ceremony since 2023, and one aspect of her look is being called a "confident" move.
In an interview with People, multiple royal experts weighed in on Princess Kate's 2025 transformation. "She has an inner steel about what she wants and a drive that will be reflected in what she does and what she wears," Bethan Holt, fashion director for the Telegraph said. This was seen in Kate's Commonwealth Day outfit, including the bow-trimmed red Catherine Walker coat she's worn on multiple occasions.