How Kate is the Queen of upcycling! Repurposed Jenny Packham dress for Trooping the Colour is just the latest example of her following in Princess Diana's fashion footsteps By Eliza Scarborough Published: 08:55, 22 June 2024 | Updated: 08:55, 22 June 2024 e-mail View comments The ever-elegant Princess of Wales once again showcased her impeccable style at Trooping the Colour last weekend. Making her first public appearance since her cancer diagnosis, Kate showcased a meticulously upcycled Jenny Packham ensemble. The outfit, which she previously wore a year earlier, boasted the addition of a monochrome bow at the neck and an updated belt.
Kate's sartorial recycling echoes the late Princess Diana , who would frequently rework her wardrobe for different occasions. It also reflects the contemporary shift towards sustainability in fashion. Below, we reveal the times Kate has repurposed her outfits - and show how in doing so she is following in Diana's footsteps.
CATHERINE, PRINCESS OF WALES Jenny Packham - Adding a bow to the neckline At Trooping the Colour, Princess Kate arrived wearing a white Jenny Packham dress with black trim and ribbon embellishment on the neckline At Trooping the Colour, Princess Kate arrived wearing a white Jenny Packham dress with black trim and ribbon embellishment on the neckline. At first glance it appeared to be a new piece in her closet, but it turns out the outfit was actually an upcycled version of the ensemble that the royal wore last year on the e.
