Kate Middleton has been a style influencer since well before she married Prince William, but her effortless, understated beauty look is equally coveted by fans—and made all the more lovable by the fact that Middleton often does her own makeup, even on her wedding day.
The answer is her trusted hairdresser Amanda Cook Tucker. While the Duchess still frequents Richard Ward's Chelsea salon for colour, she entrusts her lengths to Cook Tucker who, along with stylist Natasha Archer and personal assistant Sophie Agnew, forms part of Kate's 'A' team for royal engagements and overseas tours.
The most notable fact about the Duchess' wedding makeup is that she did it herself. But Kate did not totally do it alone. Reportedly, she worked with Bobbi Brown makeup artist Hannah Martin ahead of the royal wedding. Hannah spoke to Express.co.uk about how brides can prepare for their big days, similarly to Kate.
Archer has been working with the Royal family since 2007, after graduating from King's College. Archer has been behind some of Kate's best looks and encourages her to test out new brands. Designers added from her most recent tours include Preen by Thornton Bregazzi, See by Chloe and Carolina Herrera.
But it seems as though there's a genuine reason for the Duchess's style choice. It turns out Kate Middleton has a large scar on her hair line, on the left side of her head. This scar has only ever been photographed once in the media, in 2011 when her hair was pulled back from her face.
According to Page Six, Kate messaged Meghan to tell her Charlotte's dress was "too big, long and baggy" and that the youngster "burst into tears when she tried it on".
Kate has also opted for a heavier eye look, including fake lashes - which the make-up artists says 'totally transforms her look' - while her choice of lip colour is subtle but glamorous.
Kate is able to purchase some of the items if she wishes, and it comes out of her allowance which is allocated to the family by Prince Charles. Prior to becoming a royal, Meghan was required to pay for all her own clothing, the duchess deemed unable to accept gifts following her royal wedding.
Kate also takes her trusted hairdresser with her, to ensure she always has the perfect do to go with every ensemble.
Makeup artist: Arabella Preston
Though Kate is known to do her own makeup, Preston can be credited with some of the royal's best looks and always makes sure to let Kate's natural beauty shine through.
Kate Middleton has been a style influencer since well before she married Prince William, but her effortless, understated beauty look is equally coveted by fans—and made all the more lovable by the fact that Middleton often does her own makeup, even on her wedding day.
As for the royal-bride-to-be, she spent her final 24-hours as a single civilian with her family including sister Pippa Middleton, brother James Middleton, and parents Carole and Michael Middleton at the London's five-star Goring Hotel. The Middletons booked out the entire Goring Hotel for the wedding.
Princess Kate also had to take into consideration the major financial investment the gown would be for her parents Carole and Michael, who footed the bill. The Middletons reportedly invested a whopping £250,000 on the elegant lace dress – so it makes sense that Kate wanted to pay tribute to her family with her outfit.
Kate Middleton seemingly never has a hair out of place and this is largely thanks to her long-time hair stylist Amanda Cook Tucker, who started working with the Duchess back in 2012.
During pregnancy, a woman's hair doesn't shed as much, giving off a thicker, fuller vibe — and postpartum hair loss doesn't start for a few months after birth. That's likely why Kate's hair is so thick here, since it's just the month after she gave birth to Prince George. She has so much of it!
Meghan does her own hair and makeup, she styles and dresses herself, and she cooks every day for herself and Prince Harry. Their Nottingham Cottage home is cozy, and there aren't tons of people running around like you'd expect.
However, despite being there for school drop-offs, meal times and those all-important childhood milestones, the couple still require a little help due to their busy schedule of royal engagements – and that's where their nanny Maria Teresa Turrion Borrallo comes in.
Kate Middleton's Most Notable Nail Moments - Grazia 2023
Many reported that she wore a mix of Essie's Nail polish in Allure and Bourjois' So Laque Nail Enamel in Rose Lounge, a product that has since been discontinued.
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This might have to do with the history of the dress. It is rumoured that Kate Middleton caught the eye of a young Prince Harry strutting her stuff down the runway in this very dress.
No washing machines
Prince Charles and Duchess Camilla's clothes are not allowed to be cleaned in washing machines—everything is hand washed.
Etiquette expert Myka Meier revealed that Kate holds her bags in her left hand so she can keep her right hand free to greet and shake hands with guests at the many public functions she attends as a royal.
Royals do not accept free clothes; they will never keep gifted outfits.
What exact shade is the signature Kate Middleton lipstick? According to reports, Kate's go-to shade is Bobbi Brown Lip Color in Sandwash Pink.
Kate Middleton has hazel-green colour eyes, and dark brown hair, while Prince William has fair hair and blue eyes, and it seems each child takes after them in different ways... Prince George has dark brown eyes, which he appears to have inherited from the Middleton side of the family.