The Princess of Wales made a classic wardrobe staple super chic

rincess Kate Middleton knows how to make any wardrobe staple elegant – even a practical Barbour jacket.

The Princess of Wales stunned us on Tuesday when she quickly switched up her outfit and rocked a new look during the second half of her away day in Northern Ireland.
Princess Kate looked chic in her practical yet trendy jacket (Credit: Cover Images)

Kate Middleton stuns in chic Barbour jacket ensemble

The Princess of Wales made our jaws drop as she made a very speedy yet seamless outfit change during her trip to Northern Ireland with Prince William on October 14.

Kate had been seen earlier in the day alongside her hubby. The royal couple visited the Fire and Rescue Service Learning and Development College just outside Cookstown.

There, Kate rocked a long, tailored, pine green jacket. She paired the timeless garment with Gianvito Rossi heeled boots.

By the time she had arrived at Mallon Farm, Kate was rocking a trendy, country inspired outfit.

The ensemble was comprised of a long skirt, a cardigan and layered with a trusty waxed Barbour jacket.

Fans loved the look, with one person gushing over William and Kate on X: “Rocking country chic in all the seasons new trends. Tweed and chocolate brown looks good on them.”

Another person added: “I love her country girl look, she’s so good at it!”

A third said of Kate’s look: “I love the texture and layering.”
The Prince and Princess of Wales’ outfits complimented each other with their earthy tones (Credit: Cover Images)

Princess Kate isn’t afraid to ‘rewear’

Kate had reworn her flowing, Alexander McQueen coat earlier in the day.

The jacket was reportedly made to suit her. It was first worn by the princess in 2020 and again for Christmas 2022.

Later in the day, during their farm visit, Kate sported a Ralph Lauren skirt.

The princess was last photographed wearing the skirt on September 18 at Frogmore Gardens with US First Lady Melania Trump during the Trumps’ US state visit to the UK.

On Tuesday, Kate paired a roll neck sweater and a grey cardigan with the outfit. She accessorised with a woven leather belt at her waist.

Daniella Draper shamrock gold hoop earrings hung at her ears and on her feet she wore her comfortable yet chic, suede brown boots.

Undoubtedly, the star of the ensemble was Kate’s khaki waxed, Barbour jacket. This style of jacket is famously practical, water resistant and on trend.

It also has a special link with the royals.
Princess Kate had worn a flowing green coat earlier in the day and kept her ensemble to a dark green, brown and neutral colour palette (Credit: Cover Images)

Barbour’s ties with the royal family

Barbour is a British brand founded in 1894 and based in South Shields, Tyne and Wear in the North East of England.

For decades, their outerwear and clothing has been much loved and worn by the royals.

Barbour previously held three Royal Warrants from Prince Philip (1974) Queen Elizabeth II (1982) and then-Prince Charles, the former Prince of Wales (1987).

In 2024, the brand was granted a Royal Warrant again by His Majesty King Charles III.

Kate’s jacket is beloved by the royals

Dame Margaret Barbour, chairman of J. Barbour and Sons, said at the time: “I am delighted and extremely proud that Barbour has been granted the Royal Warrant of Appointment by His Majesty The King.

“Our Warrant has been granted as manufacturers of Outerwear, Clothing, Footwear and Accessories and it is a great honour for all of our employees that our workmanship and enduring quality are acknowledged by one of the highest authorities in the land.

“A Royal Warrant is recognised as a mark of quality around the world from Europe to the United States and across Asia. It drives us to never let our standards slip.”