Kate Middleton and Prince William have enjoyed a happy and lasting marriage, marked by a memorable proposal in Kenya where William presented Kate with a stunning engagement ring.

The Princess of Wales has often been praised for her elegant jewelry choices, skillfully balancing both lavish pieces from the royal collection and more affordable options.

Her engagement ring, once belonging to Princess Diana, is one of her most cherished items—except recently, fans noticed she wasn’t wearing it.

In a new video shared by Kensington Palace, where the couple congratulated Team Great Britain on their Olympic achievements, Kate was seen without her iconic engagement ring. Instead, she wore a different ring, leading to speculation among fans.

Some suggested it might be the promise ring William gave her years ago, featuring pearls and garnets, symbolizing their birthstones.

This change sparked discussion about whether engagement rings are practical for daily wear.

While Kate’s jewelry choices have been widely admired, fashion journalist Suzy Menkes criticized her for not fully embracing the royal jewels, contrasting her approach with Queen Camilla’s evident joy in wearing them.

However, not everyone agrees with Menkes’ critique, with Daily Mail’s Rebecca English defending Kate’s fashion sense, noting how she skillfully mixes royal gems with more accessible pieces.

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