The Princess of Wales made a striking impression at the Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey, but some royal observers believe her outfit may have carried a deeper message.
Recently returning to her royal duties following her battle with cancer, Princess Catherine captivated fans with her elegant public appearance.
Dressed in a bold red Catherine Walker coat dress, paired with a matching Gina Foster pillbox hat, she stood out among the senior royals. While many admired her sophisticated look, some speculated that the color choice was more than just a fashion statement—possibly a subtle nod to Canada, a Commonwealth nation currently entangled in a diplomatic dispute with U.S. President Donald Trump.
A Show of Solidarity with Canada?
Social media quickly buzzed with theories that the Princess was signaling support for Canada, whose national flag prominently features red.
One user on X (formerly Twitter) speculated: “I can’t help thinking that Catherine, Princess of Wales, chose red for Canada.” Another wrote: “Thank you to the Princess of Wales for wearing #Canada’s colour today!!”
A third added: “I’d love to believe she’s wearing red as a nod to Canada….” while another questioned: “I notice Princess Catherine is wearing all red. Is that a sign of support for Canada?”
The timing of her outfit choice is particularly intriguing given the ongoing tensions between Canada and the U.S., sparked by Trump’s controversial push for Canada to become America’s “51st state.”
Trump’s Trade War with Canada Heats Up
The speculation surrounding Catherine’s outfit comes amid a major trade dispute between Trump and Canada.
Trump recently announced plans to double tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum, increasing them from 25% to 50%. His decision was in response to Ontario imposing a 25% surcharge on electricity exports to the U.S.—a move Trump condemned as an “abusive threat.”
In retaliation, Ontario Premier Doug Ford issued a stark warning: “If the U.S. escalates, I will not hesitate to shut off electricity completely.”
Trump has since declared a National Emergency on Electricity, citing Canada’s tariffs as a “threat to the United States” and promising further economic measures in response.
Trump’s Controversial “51st State” Proposal
Perhaps the most shocking development in this escalating dispute is Trump’s renewed push for Canada to join the United States.
“The only thing that makes sense is for Canada to become our cherished Fifty First State,” Trump posted on Truth Social. “This would make all Tariffs, and everything else, totally disappear.”
He argued that merging Canada with the U.S. would resolve numerous issues, asserting:
- Canadians would enjoy significantly lower taxes.
- The U.S. military would provide superior security.
- The Northern Border problem would be eliminated.
- The two nations would become “bigger, better, and stronger than ever.”
To reassure Canadians that their national identity would not be erased, Trump added: “Your brilliant anthem, ‘O Canada,’ will continue to play, but now representing a GREAT and POWERFUL STATE within the greatest Nation that the World has ever seen!”
A Subtle Political Message or Just a Fashion Choice?
Princess Catherine has not publicly commented on the situation, but her decision to wear Canada’s signature red on such a significant occasion has only fueled speculation.
Was it a carefully calculated statement of support for Canada amid Trump’s provocative rhetoric? Or was it merely an elegant coincidence?
Either way, her outfit choice has certainly caught the world’s attention.