Ex-Prince Andrew‘s royal responsibilities may be dwindling after King Charles stripped him of his titles and patronages due to ongoing scandals, but Prince William and Kate Middleton‘s royal titles and duties just keep growing!
King Charles has reportedly given the Prince and Princess of Wales new roles and titles set to take effect later in 2026 – and they’re a pretty big deal. Keep reading for everything we know so far…
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Prince William And Kate Middleton Will Step Into 'Grantors of Royal Warrants' Roles In Spring 2026
According to reports, Prince William and Kate Middleton will officially step into their coveted roles as Grantors of Royal Warrants in Spring 2026. But what exactly does that mean?
As Grantors of Royal Warrants, the Prince and Princess of Wales will have the authority to officially recognize brands and businesses they use and support. A Royal Warrant signals that a product or service is officially preferred by the royal household.
As per the Royal Warrant Holders Association, a warrant can be granted to a company or individual that has supplied "products or services on a regular and ongoing basis" to the Royal Household for at least five of the last seven years.
Once awarded, a Royal Warrant gives the recipient "the right to display the appropriate Royal Arms on their product, packaging, stationery, advertising, premises and vehicles" for a five-year period, according to the association's website.
What Does This Mean For The Fashion World?
Given the infamous 'Kate effect,' where items she wears sell out almost instantly, this move is expected to be huge for the fashion world. Fans and fashion lovers alike are already waiting with bated breath to see which designers and brands might receive the Princess of Wales' literal royal stamp of approval.
Elizabeth Holmes, author of HRH: So Many Thoughts on Royal Style, told Town & Country: "I think the Princess now being able to grant royal warrants will introduce this honor in a new way to a new generation of royal watchers."
Kate is set to make history, becoming the first Princess of Wales to grant Royal Warrants in 116 years. Even the late Princess Diana – widely regarded as a global style icon – never had the opportunity to do so. The last Princess of Wales to undertake this prestigious honor was Queen Mary, who issued them before her husband, King George V, took the throne in 1910.
King Charles And Queen Camilla Are Also 'Grantor Of Royal Warrants'
King Charles and Queen Camilla currently hold the same roles. Since Charles ascended the throne in 2022 after the passing of the late Queen Elizabeth II, he and Queen Camilla have granted Royal Warrants to nearly 600 brands.
Notable examples include Schweppes classic ginger ale, Heaven Health & Beauty, luxury jeweler Cartier, iconic London department store Fortnum & Mason, supermarket and wine merchant Waitrose, and Camel Valley, a Cornish vineyard producing sparkling wines.
Queen Camilla has also granted warrants to members of her personal style and beauty team, including her long-time hairdresser Jo Hansford, facialist Deborah Mitchell, and fashion designers such as Anna Valentine, Fiona Clare, and Philip Treacy.
