How Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, will now take up the royal fashion mantle


By AGENCY
Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, is seen after the funeral for Queen Elizabeth II's in London. Photo: Reuters

The death of Queen Elizabeth II marks a shift in the relationship between fashion and the British monarchy, with younger members of the royal family, notably Catherine, Princess of Wales, likely taking on a greater public role.

The late queen had a precise fashion formula – elegant coats, trim hats and square-heeled shoes shaped her familiar silhouette, as well as her handbag, which became a symbol of stability.

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