This summer, a tragedy occurred in England, resulting in the deaths of three girls: a perpetrator burst into a children’s center armed with a knife during a dance class. Three months later, the Prince and Princess of Wales continue to hold social events in support of the victims of this horrific attack. A recent meeting in Southport marked Princess Kate’s first public appearance since announcing that she had completed her chemotherapy treatment. For the occasion, Middleton wore understated earrings and chose to forgo the iconic wedding ring that once belonged to Princess Diana.
Kate wore gold fern-shaped drop earrings by Catherine Zoraida, which she has had for many years and previously wore at a children’s picnic during the Chelsea Flower Show in May 2023. The choice of fern earrings held special significance, as ferns symbolize resilience, strength, and new beginnings due to their ability to thrive in various conditions. Their unfurling leaves represent fresh growth and renewal. In this way, the royal couple demonstrated to the public that the victims are not forgotten and that Kate and William will continue to support them.
Although Kate has spent much of this year away from the public eye, she made two official summer appearances—at the Trooping the Colour parade and Wimbledon—on both occasions wearing her engagement ring, which has become a cherished family heirloom.
The sapphire ring was notably absent from Kate’s finger in a video released on August 11, in which she and Prince William congratulated the UK team on their success at the 2024 Paris Olympics. However, she wore it on the significant day she announced the completion of her chemotherapy and shared a video about it on September 9.
