Kate Middleton Debuts a New Royal Accessory Previously Worn By Queen Camilla
It's reserved strictly for working women royals.
The Gist
- Kate Middleton debuted a new royal accessory on July 8, 2025.
- She attended a banquet at Buckingham Palace honoring French President Emmanuel Macron.
- The Princess of Wales also wore a red Givenchy gown.
Kate Middleton is known to be fan of family heirlooms: she frequently favors one of Princess Diana's favorite tiaras, the Queen Mary Lovers' Knot, and she's also worn jewelry that belonged to the late Queen Elizabeth II. Kate's newest royal accessory, however, was gifted to her by King Charles III.
On Tuesday, the Princess of Wales attended a banquet on behalf of French President Emmanuel Macron wearing the Royal Family Order of King Charles III—a new sash that was first worn by Queen Camilla in 2024.
Kate paired her caped Givenchy gown with the pale blue ribbon, which comes affixed with a portrait of the King.
"The tradition of commissioning a Family Order, a badge worn by female members of the royal family personally bestowed by the sovereign, was established by King George IV over 200 years ago," read a 2024 statement from Buckingham Palace. "Family Orders have since been instituted by Queen Victoria, King Edward VII, King George V, King George VI and Queen Elizabeth II."
The Family Order is personally bestowed by the monarch without government consultation, typically once a female royal has been a working member of the family for for several years.
Kate's latest look also featured subtle nods to both her and Meghan Markle's wedding dresses. The Princess's Givenchy gown was designed by the label's newest creative director, Sarah Burton.
Burton, who took the helm at Givenchy last fall, was previously with Alexander McQueen. After interning at the brand, Burton succeeded the British designer following his passing in 2010 and remained at McQueen until September 2023.
It was Burton who dreamed up Kate's 2011 wedding gown, which included handmade Carrickmacross lace and a nine-foot-long train.
