Kate Middleton Switches It Up With a Totally Unexpected Print

Kate Middleton may not be known for taking huge fashion risks, but that doesn't mean the princess can't surprise us once in a while. On June 15, the Princess of Wales switched it up (just a bit!) in a dress with a totally unexpected print.

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For her visit to the Riversley Park Children's Centre in Nuneaton, England, Kate wore a long-sleeved shirtdress, a Princess Kate standard, with a surprisingly bold choice of pattern—bright green animal print. The breezy frock's retro-inspired design, with an A-line skirt, button front, and slightly puffed sleeves, seems to be a favorite style of Kate's and we've seen her wear similar versions of this silhouette many times. The lime-green leopard print, however, is pretty new. Though not entirely.

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Kate Middleton has, in fact, worn green animal print before, if not quite as loudly. In 2022, Princess Kate stepped out in a Derek Lam shirtdress with dark green leopard print, per Marie Claire, that was a bit more understated than this dress from the brand Cefinn. For this June outing, Kate paired the animal-print with a pair of distinctly low-key white Jimmy Choo pumps, per the Telegraph.

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According to People, the princess was visiting with health professionals who are taking part in a study funded by her own Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood, as part of her campaign for improved early childhood development and well-being. A known baby-lover, Kate was photographed shaking the hands of schoolchildren and infants alike, as well as speaking with families.

They do say babies love looking at bright colors!

Originally Appeared on Glamour