Why didn't the King take action against Andrew? Investigative reporter Mark Hookham answers YOUR questions in this week's Palace Confidential newsletter. Sign up HERE to learn the truthREAD MORE: Why Kate eschewed rewearing one of her outfits for Trooping the Colour: Princess of Wales chose to channel her late mother-in-law Diana instead, says LAURA CRAIKSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy REBEKAH ABSALOM, SENIOR FEATURES WRITER Published: 16:51 BST, 15 June 2026 | Updated: 17:22 BST, 15 June 2026
The Princess of Wales put on a sartorial display at the 2026 Order of the Garter service at Windsor Castle.Kate, 44, joined Prince William, the King and Queen, and other senior members of the Royal Family for the annual Service of the Most Noble Order of the Garter at St George's Chapel on Monday.For the occasion, she chose a custom coat dress by British designer Patrick McDowell, a piece she collaborated closely with him to create.Kate previously met the designer in May 2025 when she presented him with the Queen Elizabeth II Award for British Design, recognising his commitment to sustainable fashion. True to her signature elegant aesthetic, the mid-length honey-coloured coat dress featured a classic lapel collar, single-breasted front and angular pockets. The unique design was crafted from a bespoke English rose silk damask, woven especially for the Princess by Stephen Walters & Sons in Sudbury, Suffolk, Britain's oldest working silk mill. The golden-hued fabric features a subtle rose motif, paying homage to British heritage and craftsmanship.Kate completed the look with a Jane Taylor wide-brimmed hat and Gianvito Rossi court shoes, while her brunette locks were styled in a half-up, half-down hairstyle, showcasing her sparkling Robinson & Pelham diamond drop earrings.The Princess of Wales put on a sartorial display at the 2026 Order of the Garter service at Windsor Castle Kate chose a custom coat dress by British designer Patrick McDowell, a piece she collaborated closely with him to create The unique design was crafted from a bespoke English rose silk damask, woven especially for the Princess by Stephen Walters & Sons in Sudbury, Suffolk, Britain's oldest working silk millIn keeping with McDowell's commitment to sustainable fashion, the garment was created using precise pattern-cutting techniques to minimise fabric waste, while its internal construction allows it to be easily altered, repaired or repurposed for future engagements.'It has been a wonderful collaboration, developing one of my existing pieces with Stephen Walters, for Her Royal Highness,' McDowell said in a press release.The King and Queen led the procession down from the castle after a private lunch to the chapel, the historic place of worship and spiritual home of the ancient order of chivalry and the most senior knighthood in the United Kingdom.Kate was seen smiling and waving at several of the members of the order, and gazing proudly at her husband, as well as curtseying to her father-in-law, the King.Royal members include Prince William, Princess Anne, Prince Edward and the Gloucesters, as well as the Duke of Kent. The royal party walked down Castle Hill wearing the traditional robes and plumed hats of the Order, following the Military Knights of Windsor and the Heralds and followed by a detachment of The King's Body Guard of the Yeomen of the Guard.Notable figures taking part this year included former Prime Minister Sir Tony Blair, former Conservative Party chairman Lord Patten and former diplomat and Labour Peer Baroness Amos.
