The Princess of Wales and Prince William congratulated Team GB in a star-studded message at the closing of the Olympics.
Princess Kate and Prince William shared a special message on their Instagram for Team GB, congratulating the athletes for their hard work and medals in the Paris Olympics 2024.
The Princess of Wales, who has been receiving preventative chemotherapy treatment, has been out of the public eye for much of the year but has made a few sporadic appearances.
So eagle-eyed fans have noticed every detail about the Princess’s look in the video, including a new ring on the engagement finger and her favoured striped black and white top she’s worn before. She appears to have swapped the ring for her usual large sapphire engagement ring.
Fans had a lot of kind words to say about Kate’s new eternity band on her finger, saying it was a good casual look for everyday use.
Instagram account Royal Fashion Police shared some details of her attire, saying she was repeating the Ralph Lauren Tori Breton stripe top but the necklace and ring were new.
Princess Kate appears to be wearing a new ring (Image: Kensington Palace)
Meanwhile a different account, royal fashion follower Remoulade Sauce, theorised the ring Kate wore could be an old promise ring from William.
They wrote: “For those asking about her ring. I may be wrong but it looks to be the promise ring that William gave Catherine many (many, many) years ago. The Promise Ring is a rose gold ring designed with pearls (William’s birthstone in June) and multiple garnets (Kate’s January birthstone).”
Fans loved Kate’s jewels, saying: “That sapphire band sure looks far more practical for daily living, and it sure is pretty.”
Another said: “Oh? Catherine was clearly wearing her wedding ring in the video, but not her engagement ring. Instead, she was wearing one that looks new or that we hadn’t seen before.”
Meanwhile another said: “Such a lovely message, they both look happy and relaxed. The sapphire anniversary/eternity band is a lovely alternative to her engagement ring. Nice to have a ring with a lower physical profile for everyday casual wear.”
Others were curious about the ring and guessed what brand it might be. One person wrote: “It seems a Damiani belle epoque ring”.
Another wrote: “I have the same Ralph Lauren top, it’s very comfortable and always looks flattering. She looks great…would love to see more photos of the ring though.”
Fans said the promise ring was a better practical alternative (Image: Getty)
In the video, shared on Prince Kate and William’s official Instagram page, Kate said “From all of us watching at home, congratulations to Team GB.”
Prince William, who was seen sporting a rare beard, added: ““Well done on all you’ve achieved, you’ve been an inspiration to us all.”
Kensington Palace also posted on X, writing: “Every athlete showed immense dedication, heart and passion. You made us all so proud! Here’s to celebrating every triumph at Paris 2024 and looking forward to more from Paralympics GB later in the summer.”
Joining the royals in the message were Snoog Dogg, David Beckham, Rebecca Adlington, Dame Kelly Holmes, Jessica Ennis-Hill and more. Well done Team GB, indeed.