Princess Kate’s New Cartier Earrings Pay Tribute to Princess Diana

Kate Middleton make a meaningful nod to Princess Diana to her first public appearance from 2025 — which also marked her first solo engagement since she was diagnosed with cancer.

The Princess of Wales returned emotional and polished to the Royal Marsden Hospital on Tuesday, January 14, in London, where Middleton, 43, revealed that in 2024 she had undergone preventive chemotherapy treatment at the world-renowned medical center in South Kensington. .

Adding another layer of personal significance to the occasion, she debuted a stunning new piece of jewellery: Cartier “Trinity” hoop earrings. in white gold. Princess Diana was also known to admire the “Trinity” collection, often wearing a classic Trinity ring on her little finger.

The delicate hoop earrings retail for $1,670 and feature three interlocking bands of 18-carat white, yellow and rose gold. Cartier’s iconic “Trinity” collection, which marked its 100th anniversary last year, has attracted a devoted following of notable (and noble) figures throughout history.

Middleton’s visit to the Royal Marsden was a powerful statement of resilience and a stylish start to the new year as her carefully chosen timeless accessories spoke volumes.

Along with Princess Diana and Princess Kate, Grace Kelly, Princess of Monacofavors the classic “Trinity” ring, as did Hollywood royalty and a late German-French actress Romy Schneider.

Middleton also showed off a stunning new handbag (the latest in it 100-plus purse collection): the London Asprey “Wiltshire” in vibrant cherry red. The top hand style, retailing for $4,900, is a luxurious piece crafted from the most supple soft grain cranberry leather. It had Asprey’s signature twist lock and polished gold hardware, adding a touch of refined glamor in line with her gold earrings.

What made her new handbag particularly notable was its customization. While the original “Wiltshire” design had an expandable cross-body strap, Middleton’s version came with a unique modification: a single, shorter strap accented by gold rings, unlike her new Cartier rings.

The Princess of Wales’ visit to the Royal Marsden celebrated the announcement that she is in remission. She also highlighted her thoughtful approach to dressing for the occasion, blending classic, contemporary pieces with personal touches. Princess Diana would no doubt be proud.