The Princess of Wales shares a photo taken by Prince Louis for World Cancer Day, emphasizing nurturing well-being during remission. It highlights the importance of nature.
To mark World Cancer Day, the Princess of Wales has shared a photograph taken by her youngest son, Prince Louis. The image and accompanying message highlight the importance of nurturing well-being during cancer remission.
The photograph, captured by six-year-old Prince Louis in Windsor, shows the Princess in a woodland setting, arms outstretched. Kensington Palace stated the image reflects the importance of spending time in nature for the Princess, who announced in January that she is in remission from cancer.
Alongside the photo, the Princess posted a message emphasizing the need to “nurture all that which lies beyond the disease.”
A Personal Message on Instagram
The Princess of Wales also shared a personal message on Instagram, reiterating the importance of focusing on aspects of life beyond the illness. The post came one month after she shared news of her remission from cancer.
The photograph shows the Princess in a relaxed, natural setting, wearing a Barbour x Alexa Chung ‘Elfie’ jacket in khaki green. The Princess paired the jacket with grey jeans, knee-high leather boots, and a corduroy baker boy hat. The ‘Lindsay’ cap is from Really Wild Clothing, a brand the Princess used to work for before becoming royalty. The Princess has been seen wearing this hat since 2013.
Kate’s off-duty style
The Princess of Wales is not often seen in such a relaxed style away from royal duties. She was previously seen wearing her Barbour coat and baker boy cap in October 2024, while watching Prince Louis play football.
The Princess of Wales often dresses casually when away from the public eye, opting for comfortable clothing suitable for her role as a mother. She often chooses walking boots or Veja trainers over heels when in a family setting.
Additional Image
In addition to the photo taken by Prince Louis, a second image taken by the Princess shows a fern covered in frost. This image accompanied the written message about nurturing aspects beyond cancer.
The Princess has frequently spoken about the importance of spending time outdoors and how it has aided her recovery. The message, signed “C” for Catherine, was tagged with #WorldCancerDay.
World Cancer Day, observed annually on February 4th, aims to raise awareness of cancer and encourage its prevention, detection, and treatment. It serves as a global platform for the international cancer community to unite, raise awareness, and reduce the global cancer burden. The day emphasizes that everyone can play a role in reducing the impact of cancer.
Sources: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c805jgk3vj1o
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https://www.telegraph.co.uk/royal-family/2025/02/03/prince-louis-royal-family-photo-social-media/