Kate Middleton Shatters Fashion Tradition in First Public Appearance Since Ex-Prince Andrew's Arrest

In the end, regulations were meant to be defied.

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Kate Middleton attended the Guinness Six Nations 2026 game between England and Ireland on February 21st by herself.
She was dressed in a navy wool coat and a black turtleneck, plus an England rugby scarf.
It was her first public appearance following the arrest of her brother-in-law, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, on February 19.

Kate Middletonis back on royal duties today, February 21, attending the Allianz Stadium in Twickenham for the Guinness Six Nations 2026 game between England and Ireland. For Middleton, who serves as a Patron of the England Rugby Football Union (RFU), this marks her first appearance since the arrest of her brother-in-law,Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor on February 19.

Middleton opted for a minimalist and elegant approach during her solo appearance, subtly going against a traditional fashion guideline: avoiding the combination of black and navy. Naturally, such rules are meant to be challenged, and Middleton's subtle yet fashionable outfit demonstrates that. She donned a navy wool coat featuring structured sleeves and a slightly tightened waist, paired with a dark black turtleneck. To finish off the ensemble, she showed her support for her team by wearing an England Rugby scarf. In addition, she added a touch of glamour with a pair of sparkling diamond drop earrings.

This signifies Middleton's return since thearrest of her father-in-law Andrew Mountbatten-Windsoron February 19, accused of improper conduct in her official duties. She and her family weresupposedly just a few miles awayat Anmer Hall, located on the Sandringham estate in Norfolk. during the time of the arrest.

King Charlesissued a statement saying that "the law must run its course" after his brother was arrested. In the meantime, several reports indicated that William and Middleton“support” the King’s statement, although they have not madetheir own statement.