The Princess of Wales looked as resplendent as ever on Wednesday morning as she paid a visit to West Sussex for her latest royal engagement. The royal headed to West Sussex Minibus, a volunteer-led community transport organisation, which is celebrating 50 years of service.
Appearing effortlessly stylish, the 44-year-old looked polished, wearing a gorgeous new pussy-bow blouse by Reiss, which she teamed with tailored trousers from one of her favourite designer brands, Ralph Lauren.
© WireImageThe royal wrapped herself up in the most stunning autumnal coat - the Jigsaw 'Wool Maxi City Coat' in a striking charcoal hue- and added a new belt by Victoria Beckham, as well as her trusty Gianvito Rossi ‘Gianvito 85’ burgundy suede pumps.
© Getty ImagesThe royal also debuted a brand new handbag. As a fashion editor who has been specialising in royal style for over ten years, I often notice when Kate adds to her ever-growing collection, and this sumptuous tote came from Smythson. Known as the 'Leather Day Cross-Body Bag', it's actually a past-season buy that the royal must have been keeping for the perfect moment.
Designed in a rich burgundy hue - the trending autumn colour that returns each year without fail - this grainy calfskin construction has a spacious, almost bucket-like shape that's both elegant and classic.
If you want to emulate Kate's new piece of arm candy, there is a variety of similar styles with the same timeless feel. Dune London's 'Dinidestined' bag has a gloriously structured shape with sleek gold hardware, and the 'Celina' bag from Katie Loxton has the same tasteful finish.
Princess Kate's bags
Although you won't see Princess Kate toting a Carrie Bradshaw-style sequin Fendi baguette, she has an eye for high-end bags that many consider to be 'It girl' classics, from Mulberry to Chanel.
© Samir Hussein/WireImageChanel
In 2025, Kate lit up the stadium as she watched a rugby match between England and Australia in aid of the Rugby World Cup.
© Michael Steele - World RugbyRoyal fans spied her chic handbag, a vintage Chanel number that the royal has only worn a handful of times. Known as the 'Classic Square Mini Flap Bag', it is quite the collector's piece, crafted from timeless leather with a 24kt gold hardware colour combination.
Hermès
In 2023, the Princess headed to Royal Ascot, earning the title of best-dressed in her delightful flowing red number by Alexander McQueen. Nestled subtly under her arm was the now-discontinued 'Rio' envelope clutch bag from Hermès, a very rare piece dating back to the 1990s.
© David M. BenettMulberry
Kate is a long-time Mulberry fan, often wearing the classic label from head to toe. The royal frequently invests in their coats, bags and even fine jewellery.
© GettyOne of Kate's very first Mulberry bags was a bright pink number, known as the 'Hobo', which was a big hit in the late '90s and early 2000s. The future Queen wore the style on a night out in 2008, where she rocked a green sequin halterneck top, neon-yellow hot pants, pink leg warmers, and knee-high heeled boots for a charity roller disco. Her Mulberry 'Hobo' took centre stage.
