Secret message behind Kate Middleton’s top and why she always wears it in touching moments, according to fashion magazine

TIMELESS, consistent and always stylish.

Yes, we’re talking about Kate Middleton, but also her most trusted top.

On Sunday evening, the Prince and Princess of Wales congratulated Team GB for their incredible efforts during this year’s Olympics with a video on their social media channels.

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Side by side, William showed off a new beard look, while Kate opted for an old favorite, a Breton top.

Catherine chose her Ralph Lauren ‘Tori’ Breton striped top which she has worn several times, including in 2013 at Sports, while shopping in Anglesey 2013, at the Houghton Horse Trials in 2016.

But that’s not the only striped number she has.

In March this year, when Kate bravely revealed she was undergoing treatment for cancer, she wore a Breton sweater from British brand Erdem.

Throughout Kate’s style reign, she has used the striped wardrobe, an essential on days off and at royal events that guarantee a more relaxed appearance.

Even her flawless look for Trooping the Color previously featured a custom striped bow and waistband on a white dress she had previously worn.

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So why this time? Let’s go back to the beginning.

The French navy used Breton 21 stripes as a uniform in honor of Napoleon’s 21 victories, and it was later worn because it was striking and visible in the water.

Since they were used by sailors and Coco Chanel was seduced by their look and masculinity that made them fashionable for women’s relaxed looks.

Since then, the trend has been worn by countless style icons, including Brigette Bardot, Audrey Hepburn, Carrie Bradshaw, Kate Moss and, of course, several members of the royal family such as Diana and Meghan.

Whether it’s a top or a sweater, Breton acts as a kind of comfortable blanket for Catherine.

It has become a uniform for her, which means that when she wears it, she will feel instantly confident and at ease, especially in difficult times.

It’s also a reminder of consistency, not just for Kate, but for us too.

Royalty is a British consistency we can trust, just like a Breton top thanks to its long historical popularity.

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Furthermore, the striped stable is extremely versatile, harmless and therefore makes it more identifiable.

A strip by the sea, the supermarket or the school gates will prove your popularity and identification.

Furthermore, Kate is a mother and is on school holidays.

She is battling an illness and juggling entertaining three children.

Reaching for your top is something we’d all do in the same place – you just want something easy but stylish.

And Breton does exactly that.