Green smoothies in the morning, shopping at regular supermarkets, and homemade jam—we’ve collected touching facts about Kate Middleton that you might recognize yourself in.
The Duchess of Cambridge is a rare example of refined elegance, admired around the world. But it turns out that behind this royal aura lies an ordinary person—with her own problems, flaws, and secrets. We’ve collected some less obvious and touching details from Kate Middleton’s life to remind us: she’s a real woman, someone everyone can recognize themselves in.
A million dollar smile
The Duchess’s famous Hollywood smile isn’t the result of computer graphics. It’s the work of Didier Fillon, a Parisian dentist renowned for his work using the technique of harmonious asymmetry. Didier’s signature technique is to make teeth just a little imperfect—so much so that you won’t even notice the flaw.
Wedding with perfume
On her wedding day to Prince William, Catherine chose a fragrance that would become her signature scent—White Gardenia Petals by Illuminum. Delicate, floral, almost ethereal—it seemed made for a woman whose grace requires no pretense.
A touch of audacity
British royalty once whispered behind her back that Kate had no place in the royal family. This was because her parents weren’t exactly born with a silver spoon in their mouths: Michael was an air traffic controller, Carole a flight attendant. But Catherine masterfully turned her humble origins into an advantage, making her simplicity an integral part of her style.
A stripper in the family
Yes, Kate’s cousin, Katrina Darling, performed in London for a long time before moving to New York. Kate’s sister’s troubled past didn’t stop her from joining the royal family: after all, no one should be held accountable for the mistakes of their youth. Especially not their own.
Little nothings of life
She doesn’t go shopping at Dior (and we all know why), but you can easily find her at the nearest outlet with a cup of coffee. And Kate doesn’t choose her supermarkets by rank. Among her favorites are Tesco and Waitrose—those you might also visit if you happen to find yourself in Foggy Albion. And her clutch always contains only three things: lip balm, blotting papers, and a pocket mirror. It’s true: minimalism is her second title.
The secret of your figure
Every morning, Kate starts with a glass of green juice (spinach, cilantro, blueberries, lettuce, and cauliflower) and three types of planks: side, classic, and one-arm—for 45 seconds each.
Scars
There are three scars on the Duchess’s head. There are many theories: from childhood injuries to the consequences of her athletic passions, as Kate was a serious high jumper and even won school competitions. They say it was her energy and will to win that made William fall in love with this ordinary girl from Berkshire.
Love for cocktails
Few people know this, but cocktails are a passion the Duchess introduced William to, too. Among her favorites is the Crack Baby from Boujis. It’s a powerful blend of vodka, passion fruit, and champagne, but Kate absolutely loves it. We’re not sure if the Duchess indulges in illicit drinks now, but before her marriage, she was never averse to indulging in another shot of her favorite drink.
Jam
It’s hard to believe, but the Duchess makes her own strawberry jam , plum preserves, and enjoys cooking at home. She honed her culinary skills at the Leiths School of Food and Wine.
Kate and fashion
We’ve often examined the Duchess’s wardrobe, but few people know that she herself was a buyer’s assistant at one of the boutiques. And it immediately becomes clear where Kate Middleton learned to so deftly blend mass-market and luxury. No chic, just functionality!
