Kate, Princess of Wales, to Curtail Publicizing Her Wardrobe Choices

 Catherine, Princess of Wales meets with members of the production team on the factory floor during a visit to Corgi, a family run textiles manufacturer focused on the production of socks and knitwear Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025 in Ammanford, Wales. (Rebecca Naden/Pool photo via AP)
Catherine, Princess of Wales meets with members of the production team on the factory floor during a visit to Corgi, a family run textiles manufacturer focused on the production of socks and knitwear Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025 in Ammanford, Wales. (Rebecca Naden/Pool photo via AP)
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Kate, Princess of Wales, to Curtail Publicizing Her Wardrobe Choices

 Catherine, Princess of Wales meets with members of the production team on the factory floor during a visit to Corgi, a family run textiles manufacturer focused on the production of socks and knitwear Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025 in Ammanford, Wales. (Rebecca Naden/Pool photo via AP)
Catherine, Princess of Wales meets with members of the production team on the factory floor during a visit to Corgi, a family run textiles manufacturer focused on the production of socks and knitwear Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025 in Ammanford, Wales. (Rebecca Naden/Pool photo via AP)

The Princess of Wales wants people to focus on her work not her wardrobe.

Kensington Palace is going to cut back on naming the luxury labels Kate wears, the Sunday Times reported.

Kate, who is married to Prince William, the eldest son of King Charles III, is admired for her elegant style and is often dressed in fashion's fanciest threads. Names of designers punctuate coverage of her royal outings: Chanel, Alexander McQueen, Jenny Packham.

Brands have often benefited after she's worn one of their items.

The newspaper reported that Kate was frustrated that too much attention was being paid to her attire and not to the important issues she's highlighting.

Kate, who has a foundation for early childhood development, is launching a new initiative aimed at developing social and emotional skills.

In foreshadowing the new approach, the palace did not release details of her clothing during a recent visit to Wales. The princess, who recently announced she was in remission for an undisclosed cancer, met children at a hospice charity she's a patron of on that trip.

During important state and royal family events, however, details on her clothing and jewelry may still be released, the newspaper said.



Fashion Commission Celebrates Winners of 'Traditional Handcrafts Revival in Saudi Fashion' Competition

The competition reinforces the Kingdom's cultural identity on the global fashion stage and highlights the potential of Saudi craftsmanship to inspire innovation in modern design. (SPA)
The competition reinforces the Kingdom's cultural identity on the global fashion stage and highlights the potential of Saudi craftsmanship to inspire innovation in modern design. (SPA)
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Fashion Commission Celebrates Winners of 'Traditional Handcrafts Revival in Saudi Fashion' Competition

The competition reinforces the Kingdom's cultural identity on the global fashion stage and highlights the potential of Saudi craftsmanship to inspire innovation in modern design. (SPA)
The competition reinforces the Kingdom's cultural identity on the global fashion stage and highlights the potential of Saudi craftsmanship to inspire innovation in modern design. (SPA)

The Saudi Fashion Commission concluded its "Traditional Handcrafts Revival in Saudi Fashion" initiative with a special awards ceremony in Riyadh on Sunday.

The initiative aligns with the Ministry of Culture’s Year of Handicrafts 2025 vision to promote traditional handcrafts by highlighting Saudi traditional attire, celebrating the Kingdom's rich cultural heritage, and supporting local creative talents.

The competition aimed to integrate traditional handcraft techniques into contemporary fashion, creating a bridge between the past and present. Participants engaged in specialized workshops led by fashion experts, exploring ways to merge traditional craftsmanship with modern design principles.

The program provided a holistic experience, teaching not only the techniques of handcrafts but also deepening participants' understanding of their historical and cultural significance.

A total of 235 applicants competed in the initiative, with 25 finalists selected for the final stage. The winning designs were showcased during the Saudi Cup 2025, coinciding with Founding Day celebrations. A distinguished panel of judges, comprising leading figures in fashion, arts, and heritage, selected the top ten designs.

The competition reinforces the Kingdom's cultural identity on the global fashion stage and highlights the potential of Saudi craftsmanship to inspire innovation in modern design.