Prince William and his family made a notable appearance at Wimbledon, but it was a small yet striking detail involving Princess Charlotte that caught the attention of royal enthusiasts.
The 10-year-old royal was seated between her mother, Princess Kate, and older brother, Prince George, in Centre Court as they watched reigning champion Carlos Alcaraz face off against Jannik Sinner.
Charlotte appeared animated and fully absorbed in the match, cheering especially for Alcaraz. Her enthusiasm for tennis is thought to be influenced by her mother, who has long been a devoted fan of the All England Lawn Tennis Club.
The Pink Nail Polish That Got People Talking
At one point, Charlotte lifted her hands to her face in excitement, and a photographer snapped a picture that quickly made the rounds online.
Dressed in a neat white summer dress and Mary Jane shoes, Charlotte also sported a vibrant pink nail polish that drew plenty of attention.
While some observers viewed the nail color as a departure from traditional royal decorum, others weren’t so sure.
As reported by the Mirror, “Princess Charlotte’s bright nails could be seen as breaking tradition, though that doesn’t appear to be the case.”
A Royal Affection for Pink
Despite assumptions that royals must stick to understated nail shades, pink has a well-documented presence in royal style history.
Queen Elizabeth famously wore Essie’s soft pink “Ballet Slippers” for years, and Princess Diana regularly incorporated pink into her wardrobe.
In fact, just days before Wimbledon, Princess Kate was seen in a pale pink Christian Dior outfit on July 9.
The Daily Mail even described Charlotte’s shade as “funky pink,” suggesting a modern twist on the royal image.
Divided Opinions Online
Social media users were quick to respond.
One remarked, “Thought bright colors weren’t allowed in the RF,” while another noted, “When you zoom in, the nails don’t look too perfect, so she probably did them herself—or maybe her mum did. Gorgeous!”
Many praised the moment as a refreshing nod to modernity. “So glad she’s wearing fun pink nail polish! That’s one outdated rule out the window!” one user cheered.
Supporters also highlighted the emotional context, referring to Princess Kate’s ongoing cancer recovery.
“She’s a beautiful little girl spending precious time with her Mum, who is in remission. Let’s cut her some slack—she’s human like the rest of us,” someone commented.
Suit Talk: William and George’s Attire Under Scrutiny
While Charlotte captured most of the attention, Prince William and George’s formal outfits also sparked conversation.
Some online critics questioned why both were dressed in full suits during London’s warm summer weather of 79°F.
“Why put the poor lad in a suit and tie in this heat?” one user asked, while another joked they were probably wishing they could swap their clothes for shorts and T-shirts.
Charlotte’s Moment in the Spotlight
Though Prince Louis was absent from the match and Prince Harry’s son Archie—often cited as more unconventional—wasn’t present either, Charlotte effortlessly stole the show.
With her expressive reactions and bold choice of nail color, she reminded everyone that even within a tradition-bound royal family, personal flair can still shine through.
