Princess Catherine Just Debuted a Royal Accessory We’ve Never Seen Her Wear Before

When it comes to royal fashion, it’s all in the details. From Queen Camilla’s jaw-dropping brooch collection (hello, $2.5 million stunner) to Princess Anne’s iconic sunglasses and Duchess Sophie’s go-to wedges, the women of the royal family know how to turn heads. And now, Princess Catherine is giving us a new fashion moment to obsess over, one that’s as meaningful as it is elegant.

The Princess of Wales recently stepped out alongside Prince William to attend a state banquet in honor of French President Emmanuel Macron. She looked regal as ever in a stunning red gown by Sarah Burton for Givenchy and topped off the look with a royal favorite: the Lover’s Knot Tiara, famously worn by Princess Diana. Catherine hasn’t been seen wearing it in nearly two years, making its return a moment in itself.

But what really caught eagle-eyed fans’ attention? A royal accessory she’s never worn in public before: the Royal Family Order of King Charles III. The badge, featuring a miniature portrait of King Charles on a pale blue ribbon, was pinned above her Royal Family Order of Queen Elizabeth II, marking a significant milestone in her royal journey.

Queen Camilla was the first to debut the new Family Order, wearing it at the Japan state visit in June 2024 and again at this very event in France.

In case you need a refresher, the Royal Family Order is a personal honor bestowed by the monarch to female royals, usually after several years of official service. It’s a deeply symbolic gesture and one that dates back over 200 years to King George IV.