The Princess of Wales has quietly become the public steward of many of Queen Elizabeth II's most iconic jewels, appearing in pearls, tiaras and storied brooches at key royal moments. Read on to discover the full story!
The Queen's beloved three-strand pearls were central to her look, and Kate has worn variations of them for solemn and celebratory occasions — a long triple strand soon after the Queen's 2022 death and again at a Buckingham Palace reception on April 21, 2026. For the Queen's funeral Kate chose a four-strand pearl choker with a diamond clasp, a piece she had also worn at Prince Philip's 2021 funeral.