All the designers Kate has worn in Italy, her first solo trip in four years

The Princess of Wales delivered a masterclass in diplomatic dressing during her two-day visit to Italy – her first solo overseas trip in four years and her first since announcing her cancer was in remission – combining meaningful fashion references with polished tailoring and elegant re-wears.

The royal visited Reggio Emilia for engagements to spotlight early years education. On day one, during a visit to the Centre Internazionale Loris Malaguzzi, the Princess stepped out in a striking cornflower blue trouser suit by British-Canadian designer Edeline Lee.

Kate paired the structured look with a white bodysuit from Holland Cooper, tan pumps by Ralph Lauren and a pale blue handbag from Asprey.

The princess accessorised with sentimental jewellery pieces, including Asprey’s “Woodland” charms attached to a Monica Vinader pearl necklace.

Kate first debuted the diamond and gold charms during her 2014 tour of Australia, while the Monica Vinader necklace was previously worn during a 2022 visit to Denmark.

The colour choice could also have been a nod to Italy’s historic national colour, Savoy blue, rather than the more obvious red, white and green associated with the Italian flag.

The vivid tailoring also ensured the Princess remained visible to crowds lining the streets of Reggio Emilia, echoing the late Elizabeth II’s well-known approach to public dressing.

For her second day in Italy, during a visit to the “Salvador Allende” Scuola dell’infanzia, the Princess of Wales adopted a softer palette and re-wore several familiar wardrobe favourites.

Kate stepped out in a checked double-breasted blazer by Blazé Milano, previously worn in an Instagram video announcing she had completed cancer treatment.

She paired the tailored jacket with a cream T-shirt and pleated skirt, alongside two-tone slingback flats by Camilla Elphick, featuring pearl buckle detailing and contrasting black toe caps.

Accessories included her signature Cartier Ballon Bleu watch and a bracelet by Atelier Molayem.

Kate’s visit highlighted her approach to fashion with meaningful diplomatic references and sustainable choices, continuing her preference for re-wearing key pieces from her wardrobe, while spotlighting both British and European designers.