Princess Kate’s Iconic Polo Dress Resurfaces at Royal Wedding on an Unexpected Guest
The craziest coincidence of all just happened as Kate's ex, Rupert Finch's wife, Natasha, wore an outfit that was previously worn by the Princess.
When Peter Phillips and Harriet Sperling tied the knot on June 6 at All Saints Church in Kemble, the intimate ceremony naturally drew widespread attention. A host of senior royals stepped out for the occasion—including King Charles, Prince William, and Princess Kate—though the guest list notably bypassed Prince Harry, Meghan Markle, and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. Yet, among the family members and close friends who did fill the pews, it was one particular guest who truly got people talking, thanks to an unexpected, historic connection to the future Queen.
The guest list also featured a blast from the past: Kate's university ex, Rupert Finch. While running into an ex can be awkward, the two have long been on great terms. However, it was Finch's wife, Lady Natasha Rufus Isaacs, who sent royal watchers into a frenzy by sparking a major moment of fashion déjà vu. Natasha stepped out in the exact same blue silk crepe de chine midi dress that Kate famously put on the map.
The garment in question—a £550 ($735) Beulah London piece boasting balloon sleeves and a flowing silhouette—was first made iconic by Kate at a 2023 polo match. The ultimate plot twist? Natasha is actually the co-founder of Beulah London, making her choice of wedding attire both a brilliant business showcase and a striking royal coincidence.
Having no bad blood between them, Finch even attended William and Kate's wedding in 2011. Former royal butler Grant Harrold previously shared how "members of the Royal Family are known for remaining close with their exes." In a conversation with Casino Hawks, he continued, "The King and Prince William both still count some of their exes as good friends. They tend to date within their friendship group."
Even Natasha spoke highly of Kate during her 2020 interview with HELLO! Magazine, stating, "It's always lovely to see the Duchess in Beulah. She's a wonderful ambassador for British brands, and that is more important than ever at the moment." Elaborating on their standing after the former couple parted ways, Finch once famously told the Sun, "It's not something I'll ever talk about. It's between Kate and me and was a long time ago."
Although the familiar Beulah dress attracted attention, Kate chose a different look for the wedding itself. The Princess of Wales stepped out in a sophisticated beige dress by Roland Mouret, opting for a refined and understated ensemble that kept the spotlight firmly on the bride. She completed the look with a coordinating Jane Taylor boater hat and elegant accessories, including a pair of pearl drop earrings and Princess Diana's pearl bracelet.
