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


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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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