Now the royals are out of official mourning, Prince William and Kate, Princess of Wales have been getting settled into the new roles given to them by King Charles. The pair appear to be aware that they represent the future of the monarchy, and their engagements in recent days have reflected this.
Body language expert Judi James analysed Kate and William’s joint outing to Wales last week, William’s appearance at the United for Wildlife Summit on Tuesday and Kate’s visit to a hospital’s maternity unit in Surrey on Wednesday.
The expert explained: “Although William’s one-handed barrier gestures here suggest he is very aware of who the star is in their double act when they appear together in public, his overall body movement and facial expressions suggest a new air of relaxed confidence since the formality of the period of mourning ended.
“Kate is sparkling though. With her head tilt allowing movement from her hair and her radiant smile, she looks delighted to be able to greet the crowds with a more uplifting expression than she has been able to recently.
“Funerals often make you re-evaluate your life and cherish what is precious to you.
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“He succeeds me as Duke of Cornwall and takes on the responsibilities for the Duchy of Cornwall which I have undertaken for more than five decades.
“Today, I am proud to create him Prince of Wales, Tywysog Cymru, the country whose title I have been so greatly privileged to bear during so much of my life and duty.
“With Catherine beside him, our new Prince and Princess of Wales will, I know, continue to inspire and lead our national conversations, helping to bring the marginal to the centre ground where vital help can be given.”
Aside from Charles and his wife Queen Consort Camilla, William and Kate are now the next most senior members of the Royal Family.
