Princess Kate battles the winds in Bute in Burberry trench coat - and it's the colour of the season


The Princess of Wales looked effortlessly chic on Thursday despite the turbulent weather on the Isle of Bute for her joint engagement


princess kate smiling © Getty Images
Rachel Avery
Rachel AveryHomes Editor
54 minutes ago

Autumn girlies are rejoicing that the weather is cooler and the darker tones are creeping back into the wardrobe. The Princess of Wales is proving to be the poster girl for this transitional period, stepping out on Thursday sporting a chocolate brown trench coat, a green turtleneck jumper and dark jeans. 

Princess Kate looked effortlessly chic in her autumn ensemble for her engagement on the Isle of Bute alongside her husband Prince William

The couple visited the Bute Shinty Club in Rothesay© Getty Images
The couple visited the Bute Shinty Club in Rothesay and Kate looked great
The Princess of Wales smiling and waving in mac and jeans © WireImage

The Burberry trench is the hero piece of the royal's smart/casual look, made distinctive by the brand's signature house check lining, visible at the bottom of the coat. The double-breasted design, which can retail for around £1,895, elevates the outfit, bringing structure to Kate's otherwise low-key look.

Kate looked glowing in her brown coat and patterned belt combo© WireImage

Other noteworthy details of the royal's look being her patterned belt and practical brown suede boots.

Prince William, Prince of Wales, and Catherine, Princess of Wales, arrive on Isle of Bute in Scotland© WireImage

The 44-year-old braved wearing her hair down despite the blustery weather, but clutched a green hat in her hand rather than attempting to wear it.  

Catherine, Princess of Wales, participates in the sport of Shinty on the pitch while visiting Bute Shinty Club in Rothesay© POOL/AFP via Getty Images

After looking inside the club, marveling at photos on the wall and the sports equipment, the mum-of-three took part in the Scottish Gaelic sport of Stinty herself. Kate looked very pleased as she struck the ball with the traditional stick, pulling a shocked expression afterwards.

Prince William, Prince of Wales and Catherine, Princess of Wales (known as the Duke and Duchess of Rothesay in Scotland) visit the Isle of Bute. During their trip they will visit Bute Shinty Club in Rothesay, where shinty, one of Scotland's oldest traditional sports, has been played for generations, before visiting Ettrick Bay to meet the team behind 'Beachwatch Bute' and learn about their efforts to protect and preserve the island's coastline.
Pic: © Max Mumby© Max Mumby

Undeterred by the brisk Scottish winds, even when the heavy breeze and the motion of her swing swept her locks across her face, Kate was still smiling.

The Princess of Wales, is being handed a flower while watching training activities on the pitch while visiting Bute Shinty Club in Rothesay© Getty Images

When watching the training session, Princess Kate was given a rose by a royal fan, and she took the time to shake hands and chat.

The Prince and Princess of Wales, known in Scotland as the Duke and Duchess of Rothesay, arrived by ferry for their very first visit to the Isle of Bute. They are present to celebrate local community initiatives. The royals stopped by the Bute Shinty Club where they learnt how the sporting venue serves as a vital social hub for residents. The journey builds on their ongoing engagement with Scottish island life, following their visits to Iona and Mull last year. 

We often see Princess Kate in the quintessentially British brand, Burberry, and she has now established quite the collection of coats and jackets. Earlier in the year, she sported a camel-hued coat - a classic look for an outing in Winchester. Back in 2023, she wore a quilted jacket, also from the brand. 

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