Charlotte may 'break tradition' at Queen's funeral after Kate's 'softer' approach

At just seven years old, a funeral is likely to be a big experience for Princess Charlotte, and a fashion expert has explained how the young princess may veer from traditional mourning attire for a “softer” approach. Speaking to Express.co.uk, fashion coach Miranda Holder, who is known for her viral TikTok style videos posted under the username @themirandaholder ‘Your Feel Good Fashion Coach’ said the young princess might not wear an entirely black outfit.

Miranda explained: “The Cambridge children we are expecting to attend and they will have to wear black. That’s the tradition.

“Kate has broken with tradition on quite a few levels really over the years and they are setting the trend for the more modern monarchy.

“So it will be interesting to see whether they do full black or just references to and whether Charlotte just has some black accessories, maybe a headband or something like that.

“She might simply wear a dark colour and it might be slightly softer.”

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As is the tradition at royal events, the skirt hung below the knee.

The style expert said: “Kate Middleton famously wore a polka dot black dress to Prince Philip’s funeral, which was a way of making it slightly softer, and almost meeting her children on their level.

“The polka dot print is very playful and fun, and it just took away from the real austerity of the moment.

“However, given the gravitas of this event, I’m not sure she’s going to opt for a print this time

“It is obviously a much bigger event for the whole World really.

“I think she might take a more sombre tone out of respect.”

Prince George, slightly older than Charlotte at nine years old, is likely to be dressed more formally, according to Miranda.

She said: “I think we’ll see George in a black suit and tie.”

However, it is unlikely any younger members of the Royal Family will be in attendance simply due to their age.

Miranda added: “The Sussexes, Archie and Lilibet, will probably be deemed too young.”

source: express.co.uk