Kate Middleton has become 'more confident', royal expert believes

Princess of Wales Kate Middleton is ‘very loyal’ and has become ‘more confident’, a royal expert has claimed about the future queen.

Speaking to the OK!, royal expert Katie Nicholl said the Princess of Wales is a ‘style icon, although I don’t think she’s ever seen herself that way.”

The expert further said, “We’ve all heard of the ‘Kate effect,’ and of course everything she wears and showcases is much imitated. Over the years she’s learned to love fashion and realise it’s not something frivolous. As a royal, it’s hugely important, and she’s really stepped up to the fashion plate.”

Katie added, “I think Kate looks more comfortable in her own skin now.”

“She’s playing with colours, styles and trouser suits and, as she’s got older, she’s become more confident. She’s also very mindful of the Kate effect, so I think she’ll continue choosing clothes largely by British designers. We’ve seen her really show an interest in the British fashion industry, particularly textiles.”

The royal expert’s remarks came two days after reports Kate and William are set to grant their first Royal Warrants, a prestigious honor that recognizes companies and individuals for providing goods and services to the royal family, in 2026.

In doing so, Kate Middleton will become the first Princess of Wales to grant a Royal Warrant in 116 years—not even Princess Diana had the opportunity to do so.