The Princess of Wales turned heads in a blush tweed dress by Roland Mouret at Peter Phillips' wedding to Harriet Sperling on Saturday, but eagle-eyed fans noticed a subtle fashion mishap. Kate, 44, paired the dress with a straw boater hat from Jane Taylor, nude court heels, and a cream clutch from Forever New. Her natural makeup and loose waves were complemented by nude nail polish, but some royal watchers spotted chipped and peeling nails.
HELLO! Magazine's fashion and beauty editor noted, 'You can see in the photos that there are a few chips on some of Kate's nails. It's subtle, but there is evidence of a little peeling. This is a hugely relatable beauty problem, and we've all been in this position before.'
Fans rushed to defend the future Queen. One wrote on social media, 'So what if she's got chipped nails, she was stunning.' Another added, 'Thought she looked stunning and not taking away from the limelight, which was Peter and Harriet. Classy Kate as usual.' A third commented, 'Sounds like every working mother I know,' while another joked, 'I’m so glad no one photographs me whenever I leave the house.'
Royal etiquette dictates neutral nails for public engagements, and Kate typically opts for nude or pale pink shades. The late Queen Elizabeth II set this precedent, famously wearing Essie's Ballet Slippers since the late 1980s.
Kate attended the wedding with her husband, Prince William, 43, while their children Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis stayed home. Other royal guests included King Charles, Queen Camilla, Princess Anne, Zara and Mike Tindall, and Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie. Prince Harry and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor were reportedly not invited.
The ceremony took place at All Saints Church in Kemble, Gloucestershire, near Anne's Gatcombe Estate. The bride, Harriet, 45, wore a lace gown by Emilia Wickstead with long sleeves, a high neckline, a dramatic veil, and the Pragnell family tiara. Her bridesmaids included her daughter Georgina and Peter's daughters Savannah, 15, and Isla, 14. Peter, 48, and Harriet announced their engagement in August 2025 after dating for about a year.
Despite the nail chatter, Kate's overall appearance was widely praised, with many noting her ability to remain elegant and relatable. The princess continues to balance royal duties with motherhood, and this minor mishap only endeared her further to the public.
