PRINCESS Kate was spotted on a solo trip in London’s Notting Hill this week shopping for glasses at Finlay and Co opticians. The Princess of Wales , 43, was seen wrapped up warm in a long coat and checked scarf, and carried an £850 Smythson Mini Lytton Crossbody Bag. While football fan Prince William cheered on Aston Villa in Monaco on Tuesday, Princess Kate was snapped entering the shop and chatting to the sales assistant.
The independent eyewear shop, which specialises in sunglasses and spectacles opened in 2019 - and has a second boutique in Soho. It boasts rave customer reviews, with one online hailing it as "the best opticians I've experienced in my 40 years". It’s not the first time down-to-earth Princess Kate has been spotted popping to the shops.
More on Princess Kate In the past she has been snapped at budget store The Range and browsing kids Halloween outfits in Sainsbury’s. It comes as the royal mum-of-three is making a gradual return to royal duties , following having preventative chemotherapy in 2024. Earlier this month, Kate spoke of her "relief" as revealed she is in remission after her cancer battle.
She said: "It is a relief to now be in remission and I remain focused on recovery. As anyone who has experienced a cancer diagnosis will know, it takes time to adjust to a new normal. Most read in Royals "I am however looking forward to a fulfilling year ahead.
There is much to look forward to. Thank you to everyone for your continued support." The Princess.