Princess of Wales prioritises charitable work over fashion focus amid major palace changes
Catherine has received advice from royal commentators after reports revealed Kensington Palace is making significant changes to how her public engagements are presented.
According to The Times, the Princess of Wales finds it “enormously difficult” when the public’s attention shifts more toward her fashion choices rather than the causes she supports. As a result, the Palace will no longer release details about her outfits—a move influenced by her recent cancer journey, which has given her a “new perspective” on life.
A royal insider explained: “There is an absolute feeling that it [her public work] is not about what the Princess is wearing. She wants the focus to be on the really important issues—the people and the causes she is spotlighting.”
However, GB News presenter Anne Diamond has urged Catherine to find a balance, cautioning her not to “overdo it” by completely moving away from the style aspect that many admire.
“I think you can do both, but I do understand her. As a number of people have pointed out, she's spent the last year coping with cancer,” Diamond stated. “Maybe that does get you thinking more about being a serious person in your job rather than just being a clothes horse. But don’t overdo it, Kate, because we love to see what you look like.”
As the Princess of Wales continues her work in early childhood development and other key initiatives, her approach signals a shift in priorities—one that emphasises substance over style while maintaining the grace and elegance admired by many.
