Following recent speculation and conflicting reports, Kensington Palace has issued a clarification regarding its approach to sharing information about the Princess of Wales' attire. The palace confirmed that there has been no official change in policy, and they will continue to occasionally share details about Princess Kate's outfits as they have done in the past.

The clarification comes after reports in The Sunday Times suggested the palace would scale back on identifying the designers of Princess Kate's clothing to shift focus towards her public work and the causes she supports. A palace spokesperson was quoted as saying the princess wants the emphasis to be on the substance of her engagements, not her wardrobe. This sparked a debate about the so-called "Kate Effect" and its positive impact on British fashion and the economy.

Commentators like broadcaster and photographer Helena Chard highlighted the economic benefits of the Princess's fashion choices, estimating over $1 billion in sales generated for the British fashion industry. Chard argued for a balance between acknowledging the importance of Princess Kate's work and the public's interest in her style. The discussion intensified after the palace opted not to disclose details of the Princess's attire during a recent visit to Wales, where she engaged with children at a hospice charity. This visit followed the announcement of her remission from an undisclosed cancer.

The palace emphasized that earlier comments attributed to the Princess regarding her clothing were misinterpreted. A spokesperson clarified that the remarks came from a palace representative and did not reflect the Princess of Wales' views. The statement reiterated the palace's commitment to transparency, ensuring that any information shared about the Princess's attire is accurate and directly attributable to the palace.