Kate Middleton favored knitted attire in a pleated cream Ralph Lauren dress for her latest outing on Thursday in Leicester, England. The Princess of Wales curated a mostly cream-colored ensemble, with a wool ribbed knit midi dress in a soft shade. The silhouette of the frock included long sleeves and a cinched waist for added definition. By contrast, the skirt of the dress flowed with movement, with added pleats providing an elegant, classic design element. Kate Middleton Getty Images Atop her Ralph Lauren dress, Middleton wore a bespoke coat courtesy of Chris Kerr. The Princess of Wales has worn several coats by the London-based tailor in the past, including for a January outing in Scotland with Prince William. Tailored to Middleton’s frame, the coat featured such elements as sharp lapels and hip pockets. Touches of color were added to Middleton’s attire with her Sezane earrings in blue and gold brass, along with her suede brown Gianvito Rossi pointed toe pumps. The royal also boasted...
Robert Marc commemorates the eyewear brand’s 45th anniversary with a twofold announcement heading into its milestone year. The label debuted its spring 2026 collection and campaign, “Volume One: The Feeling Remains,” and announced the appointment of designers John Juniper and Jeff Solorio. Juniper and Solorio, cofounders of eyewear brand Dita, join Robert Marc as the brand embraces a new chapter with the longevity of its product front of mind. “This rebrand is just the beginning,” the designers said. “We see Robert Marc continuing to evolve as a symbol of New York-driven design: timeless, architectural and modern.” Robert Marc’s spring 2026 campaign. Courtesy of Robert Marc For the spring 2026 collection, Juniper and Solorio’s joint focus was bringing Robert Marc’s classic design codes into the future through their respective ingenuity. “Our inspiration is rooted in the restless reinvention of New York City; its constant movement set against moments of clarity and stillness,” the desig...