Aspinal releases Princess Kate’s go-to bag in new design | Royal | News

The shift into lighter, brighter days always brings with it one thing: a wardrobe refresh. And if you’re looking to invest in pieces that feel both timeless and elevated, Aspinal of London’s new summer collection is well worth your attention.

Aspinal is a firm favourite among the royal set, including the Princess of Wales. The British heritage brand has just unveiled its latest drop, and it’s filled with the kind of polished, heirloom-worthy designs that don’t just last a season, but a lifetime. While these styles are new for summer, they don’t feel trend-led or fleeting.

After taking a look at what’s on offer, I spotted the styles the Princess of Wales is most likely to reach for. Catherine, 44, has long been a loyal customer of Aspinal. She often favours their clean, structured designs, like the Midi Mayfair, which she owns in several colourways.

Now, the brand has unveiled a new collection of items for the spring season, with plenty of pastel hues and pretty accents that are perfect for warmer days and versatile enough to carry you through all the events the summer might throw your way.

Princess Catherine already owns the iconic Mayfair design in the medium size. Crafted from croc-embossed leather in a soft butter yellow, a shade that was a hit last year, it feels fresh yet timeless, and we think it would sit seamlessly alongside her collection of elegant pastel gowns. But this Micro version offers a more playful, contemporary take that’s perfect for summer styling. Crafted from croc-embossed leather in a soft butter yellow, a shade that was a hit last year, it feels fresh yet timeless, and we think it would sit seamlessly alongside her collection of elegant pastel gowns.

Despite its compact size, it’s cleverly designed to hold just the essentials: your phone, lipstick and keys – making it ideal for events where you want to travel light. It also comes finished with a chic silk scarf detail and is available in light blue, tapping into one of this season’s biggest accessory trends.

This medium-sized leather bag is the perfect choice for warmer days, striking that balance between relaxed and refined. The quilted detailing across the front gives it a polished, almost equestrian feel, finished with a sleek clasp and gold-tone chain strap for a touch of glamour.

It can be worn on the shoulder or across the body, making it as practical as it is stylish – ideal for everything from laid-back denim looks to race-day dressing with a statement fascinator. It’s also a design loved by Zara Tindall, who has worn similar styles on repeat in both navy and black, proving its versatility.

This compact crossbody in a soft duck egg blue is effortlessly on-trend, offering a subtle pop of colour that instantly elevates any outfit. Small yet practical, it’s designed to carry just the essentials, making it perfect for days when you want to travel light without compromising on style.

Crafted from leather, it has that polished, high-quality finish the brand is known for, while the clean silhouette keeps it modern and versatile. It also comes in several colourways, and with Zara Tindall known to favour this design, it’s a style that already has royal approval.