Kate Middleton looked serene and relaxed in an official new portrait marking her participation in an initiative for the Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood.
In the outdoor image, taken by photographer Josh Shinner, the Princess of Wales wore a colourful patterned sweater with a floral collar and cuffs, layering the look with an olive green coat. She wore simple dangling earrings and styled her long, brunette hair in soft curls. Her sapphire ring from Prince William, which previously belonged to the late Princess Diana, was visible in the portrait.
In a video announcing the upcoming project, which examines how nature can support the healthy development of babies and young children, she noted how important nature is for physical and psychological wellbeing.
She added that nature is an extraordinary environment for all, and that in a tech-driven, digital age, spending time outdoors has never been more important. She concluded that she hopes practical nature-based research can build supportive environments that make nature more accessible, benefitting babies, young children, and their families across the UK. The programme is set to launch next year.
The portrait's release comes a day after Prince Harry and Meghan Markle made their return to UK public life with their first official joint appearance in the country since moving back in August. The couple were seen stepping out in Nottingham, with Meghan telling a bystander that it is great to be back. Meghan received a balloon and a yellow rose bouquet while chatting with bystanders during the outing, which took place in the same city where the couple announced their engagement in 2017.
The couple left their Southern California home in August to return to Harry's homeland. Authorities are reported to have been forced to intervene after crowds mobbed the couple's Range Rover and blocked them as they attempted to make an exit. William and his younger brother have been reported to be in a longtime feud, though sources are reported to have said in August that Harry and Meghan made the unexpected move in part to enable their children, Archie and Lilibet, to build relationships with Harry's family. The couple famously left the UK in 2020 for a life in Southern California.
Key Takeaways
- Kate looked serene and relaxed in a new official portrait for an early childhood initiative.
- The portrait was taken outdoors by photographer Josh Shinner.
- She wore a colourful patterned sweater with a floral collar and cuffs, plus an olive green coat.
- The project examines how nature can support the healthy development of babies and young children.
- The programme is set to launch next year.
- The portrait was released a day after Harry and Meghan's first joint appearance since moving back to the UK.
