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Princess Kate's Windy Wardrobe Wobble in 2014
15 Nov
Summary
- Princess Catherine struggled with a gust of wind in 2014.
- Her skirt hem and fringe were affected by the strong breeze.
- Royal designers use weights to secure hemlines in wind.
During a 2014 visit to New Zealand, the Princess of Wales experienced a momentarily flustered moment when a strong gust of wind caught her ensemble. As she disembarked the plane with eight-month-old Prince George, the sideways wind lifted the hem of her scarlet dress and blew her fringe across her face, obscuring her vision.
This unexpected encounter with the elements tested her usually composed demeanor. It brought to light a long-standing challenge for royals: managing wardrobe in windy conditions. A known fashion hack involves sewing small weights into the hemlines of skirts and coats, a technique employed by royal couturiers for Queen Elizabeth II to ensure garments hung properly and avoided embarrassing mishaps.
While not every royal lady has adopted this specific method, many ensure their outfits remain secure through the use of anti-static slip dresses and bodysuits. Despite these measures, there have been a few instances where wind has caused minor wardrobe incidents, such as during Catherine's 2011 visit to Calgary Airport and her appearance at Princess Eugenie's 2018 wedding.
