Returning to one of her most trusted designers, Kate Middleton arrived at Tuesday’s Future Workforce Summit in a refined gray power suit by Roland Mouret. Her ensemble instantly signaled the tone of the day: business first, but never make it boring.

The coordinated blazer and slim-fit trousers showcased Mouret’s distinctive eye for structure. The single-breasted jacket — cut in stretch-cady fabric — played with sharp lines and subtle angles. Under the suit, the princess added a romantic contrast with a silk ruffle top from Knatchbull, complete with a statement tie that softened the otherwise assertive silhouette. She finished the look with pointed Russel & Bromley heels and a polished Smythson tote, creating a perfectly balanced ensemble that read simultaneously modern and regal.

The power suit moment wasn’t an isolated choice but part of a broader shift within royal fashion. Middleton has frequently turned to modern tailoring, from Burberry to Bella Freud, echoing a trend embraced by fellow royals, like Queen Letizia of Spain and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands. The roots of this trend stretch back to Princess Diana, whose suits helped redefine what modern monarchy could look like.

Still, Middleton’s approach is uniquely her own. She favors the interplay between structure and softness, often pairing crisp suits with silk blouses or pussybow tops for a refined yet approachable aesthetic. Her Knatchbull blouse, in fact, has appeared several times before, proving that timeless staples can coexist with high-profile royal engagements.

Power dressing may have evolved, but on this outing, Kate Middleton showed exactly how a modern princess directs the conversation — with purpose, polish, and a perfectly cut suit.