Dame Anna Wintour addresses Princess Kate Vogue rumours after King Charles meeting
The Vogue editor-in-chief reportedly offered Princess Kate the cover
Dame Anna Wintour made headlines this week not just for receiving a prestigious Companion of Honour award from King Charles, but also for addressing rumours about a potential Vogue cover for Princess Kate.
The Vogue editor-in-chief, 75, attended a special investiture at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday (February 4). She received the Order of the Companions of Honour for her services to fashion.
Anna Wintour addresses Princess Kate Vogue rumours after King Charles meeting
For the occasion, the style icon opted for a sophisticated gray Alexander McQueen skirt suit.
While she is famously known for her signature oversized sunglasses, and is very rarely seen without them, she removed them once inside the palace.
However, she didn’t leave all of her iconic accessories behind – she showed off a massive amethyst necklace, rumoured to be a reworked piece from Queen Mary’s historic jewelry collection.
Yeah, I don’t know where those have come from, do you?
After receiving her honour, Wintour took the time to address one of the hottest royal rumours: Will Princess Kate pose for another Vogue cover?
When asked about reports that the Princess of Wales had been offered a global Vogue cover, Wintour responded vaguely.
“Yeah, I don’t know where those [rumours] have come from, do you?” She told reporters, according to the Mirror.
The speculation stems from a January 25 report by the Daily Mail. The article claimed that Wintour had personally invited Kate to appear on the cover of Vogue – not just for British Vogue, but for a global edition.
The article stated that the Princess of Wales would have full creative control, including the choice of photographer, fashion styling and whether or not to grant an interview.
If true, the offer would mark Kate’s second collaboration with Vogue. The first was her 2016 British Vogue cover, where she posed in the countryside wearing a Burberry trench coat and hat.
Despite Wintour’s dismissive comment, the idea of a high-profile global cover featuring Kate remains a possibility.
Anna Wintour takes off famous sunglasses to meet king
Elsewhere, royal fans were stunned to see Wintour without her sunglasses as she met the king.
After photos were shared to the royal family’s Instagram page of King Charles meeting the fashion icon, fans quickly shared their thoughts.
One person said: “What a treat to see her without sunglasses and smiling! Congratulations!”
Another wrote: “Can’t believe she took off her sunglasses for once.”
Meanwhile, a third added: “Dame Anna looks lovely without her sunglasses on! And should do it more often.”
Princess Kate makes a surprise appearance on school bus
Meanwhile, Princess Kate made an unexpected entrance at the National Portrait Gallery in London on Tuesday, February 4.
In a surprise move, the princess chose to arrive on a school bus with children instead of a private car.
The Princess of Wales was visiting as part of her Early Childhood initiative. This is linked to The Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood, which she launched in 2021.
Who is Kate, Princess of Wales?
Kate was born on January 9, 1982, making her 43 years old. She was born to Michael and Carole Middleton in Berkshire.
Kate married into the royal family in April 2011.
What did Kate, Princess of Wales do before marrying Prince William?
Before their 2011 wedding, Kate and William had dated for many years after meeting at St Andrews University in Scotland.
After graduating, Kate worked in retail and for her family's business, Party Pieces.
Tying the knot with Prince William
On April 29, 2011, William and Kate married at Westminster Abbey. It was branded the "wedding of the century" with millions watching the nuptials worldwide.
Kate then became a respected and favourite member within the monarchy as she began performing duties alongside her husband.
The couple have three children - Prince George, born in July 2013, Princess Charlotte, born in May 2015, and Prince Louis, who they welcomed in April 2018.
The family currently live at Adelaide Cottage in Windsor Home Park just east of Windsor Castle. Their eldest, son George, is currently second in line to the throne behind his grandfather King Charles and dad Prince William.
Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, William and Kate became the Prince and Princess of Wales - a title previously held by William's late mother Princess Diana.
When William becomes monarch one day, Kate will become Queen Consort.
Kate's cancer diagnosis
Kate faced one of her most challenging years in 2024 after her cancer diagnosis. She announced the news publicly in March of that year. She underwent treatment and announced the end of that in September 2024.
Then, in January 2025, the Princess of Wales announced she was in remission with her cancer and would slowly return to her royal duties.
During the event, Kate walked hand-in-hand with a little girl into the gallery – a moment that quickly went viral.
“Aww, I love that she arrived with the kids,” one fan commented.
“How special for the children to have our princess with them,” another agreed.
The visit marked the launch of the Bobeam Tree Trail, a new interactive exhibit running until March 16, where children create self-portraits and “feed” them to a magical tree that thrives on stories.
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