All eyes have been on Princess Kate since her much-discussed Mother’s Day photo last weekend, with one particular detail catching attention. The 42-year-old Princess of Wales chose not to wear her iconic sapphire and diamond engagement ring or her gold wedding band.
Inquiries regarding the absence of the Princess’ rings were addressed by her representatives, with the Mirror reporting that, “Kate’s office simply responded to questions about her ring by stating the royal was ‘at home’ when the photo was taken.”
While the royal is typically seen wearing her rings in public, the same cannot be said for her husband.
Many have pondered why Prince William chooses not to wear his ring, especially considering his brother, Prince Harry, consistently wears his.
The explanation is straightforward – the Prince of Wales has never been fond of wearing any kind of jewelry.
This preference was known well in advance of their 2011 wedding, as St. James’ Palace revealed a month before the ceremony that William would not be wearing a ring when he and his bride exchanged vows at Westminster Abbey.
A palace insider revealed at that time to The Mirror that William’s choice was one related to personal style. “He’s not one for jewellery,” they explained. “He’s never worn any. He decided he didn’t want to wear one now. It’s all down to personal preference.”
Meanwhile, in 2018, royal commentator Eloise Parker weighed in on the debate in an interview with Marie Claire. “Although it’s traditional for royal women to wear both an engagement ring and a wedding ring after they get married, it’s never been traditional for royal men to wear one,” the royal expert said. “That’s why Prince Philip and Prince William don’t wear them. I think when you have a wedding watched by millions, everyone knows you’re married.”
