Kate pulls a style blinder– Princess of Wales unveils 'Peaky Blinders' look in £70 flat cap

Kensington Palace has just released a short film focusing on the importance of spending time in nature for bettering health and wellbeing, and stands beside Joint President of Scouts Dwayne Fields on a visit to the Lake District.

The looks ready for time spent outdoors this spring as she sports a surprising new look– one that looks worlds away from the pretty 'Middy' dresses we're used to seeing her in. Wearing a recycled khaki-green Bella Hoskyns Bomber Jacket (she previously wore it for her Mother's Day portrait in 2024) paired with laid-back and practical jeans, Kate is the picture of outdoorsy health.

But the statement flat cap truly crowns off the look, sealing her new Peaky Blinders-esque aesthetic. Though we can't say for certain, it appears Kate is wearing a flat cap akin to this , £70, a brand which already boasts the stamp of approval from another member of the . , Princess Anne's son-in-law, is a huge fan of . He's always wearing their bespoke gilets—so much so that he became a brand ambassador for Schoffel.

This hat boasts a timeless design that's become a trendy staple since the success of the cult-favourite program Peaky Blinders, which has revived the retro style back into contemporary fashion. boasts versatility and practicality without sacrificing style, perfect for your next royal hunt or weekend dog walks.

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is made from British-milled tweed and comes in various colourways, including Kate's go-to dark green herringbone design. Promising a classic and attractive way to finish any ensemble, the Women's Tweed Newsboy Cap is crafted from pure lambswool in a British mill and oozes classic country charm with a dash of royal sophistication.

The film itself follows the poignant note of the importance of spending time outside and surrounding yourself with nature to improve your mental and physical health, something that lingers very close to Kate's heart following her recent battles with cancer. In the short film, Kate notes: "I find it a very spiritual and very intense emotional reconnection, I suppose, these environments. Not everyone has that same relationship perhaps with nature, but it is so therefore meaningful for me as a place to balance and find a sort of sense of peace and reconnection in what is otherwise a very busy ."

During their conversation, Her Royal Highness and Dwayne discussed how spending time in nature can help us deepen our connections with ourselves and each other while building our empathy, resilience, and sense of belonging. The two also discussed the impact being in nature can have on young people, building their confidence and skills for later life.

If you fancy copying Kate's look but don't want to spend £70 on the hat we think she may be wearing, we've found plenty of alternatives that are sure to complete that Peaky Blinders vibe without costing a fortune. For instance, check out for £24.99 or from Marks and Spencer.