Princess Kate May Have Just Dropped Her Biggest Hint Yet About a Possible US Trip With William
Kate's latest fashion choices have royal watchers wondering whether a trip across the Atlantic could be in the cards.
Princess Kate's wardrobe choices rarely go unnoticed, but her latest fashion pick has royal watchers asking an unexpected question. The conversation began when Kate stepped out on June 2 for a reception celebrating the 125th anniversary of Cancer Research UK, joining King Charles, Queen Camilla, and other members of the royal family. But Kate's outfit soon sparked conversation among royal watchers, with some wondering whether her recent fashion choices could hint at a future U.S. visit.
The reception was already a meaningful occasion since it was the first time Kate and Charles had attended a cancer-related event together since both shared news of their diagnoses last year. But Kate's outfit soon became part of the conversation, too. The Princess of Wales stepped out in a red silk dress decorated with heart-shaped polka dots. It was designed by Rodarte, an American label she had never worn publicly before.
The choice felt a little unusual for Kate. She usually sticks to British labels and, when she is overseas, often uses her wardrobe to give a nod to local designers. But this was not the first American brand she had worn recently. Just a few weeks earlier, the Princess of Wales had made another unexpected fashion choice during a visit to the Italian city of Reggio Emilia. On the second day of the trip, she stepped out in a skirt by Los Angeles-based designer Jenni Kayne. It was another brand she had never worn publicly before.
Of course, it could all be a coincidence. But some royal fans have started wondering whether a U.S. visit could be in the cards. The idea is not completely out of the blue. Rumors about a possible U.S. trip have been floating around for months. One reason is the World Cup, which is being hosted in America this summer. As a longtime soccer fan, William could have plenty of reasons to make the journey. Since he also serves as the president of England's Football Association, the visit seems all the more plausible.
There is another reason the rumors have not gone away. The U.S. is also celebrating its 250th anniversary this summer, and some royal fans think William and Kate could be invited to take part in the festivities. It would not be the first time senior royals have crossed the Atlantic for such an occasion, either. Back in 1976, Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip visited several American cities, including Boston, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., and New York, during the country's bicentennial celebrations. Whether Kate is actually gearing up for a U.S. trip or simply experimenting with new designers, only time will tell.
