Kate shows off her style prowess in Burberry checked jacket

Kate Middleton showed off her style prowess as she arrived in Scotland alongside Prince William today.

The Prince and Princess of Wales – known as the Duke and Duchess of Rothesay when visiting Scotland – are visiting rural communities in Burghead, Moray and Inverness.

For the occasion, the mother-of-three, 41, donned an eye-catching Burberry jacket, layered over a roll neck jumper and kick flare jeans by Mother. 

Kate’s diamond-quilted outerwear is made from wool-blend flannel adorned with the brand’s iconic checked motif. 

The jacket is detailed with a contrasting corduroy collar and nipped-in waist – as well as the Burberry logo to the cuff. 

Kate accessorised with ba&sh ankle boots, while her hair was styled in voluminous waves.

The Burberry check has become synonymous with the British luxury heritage brand following its formation in the 1920s.

It was originally used as a lining to raincoats and subsequently registered globally as a trademark.

The classic camel, red, black and white colour palette was inspired by the tartan patterns used by Scottish clans. 

Throughout the years, Burberry has undergone numerous updates to its renowned check, ensuring it remains at the core of the brand’s aesthetic – and solidifying its status as one of the most universally recognisable patterns.

The Princess radiated elegance as she stepped out of the car on the couple’s first stop at Outfit Moray charity, which delivers outdoor learning programmes to young people.

Meanwhile, Prince William, also 41, looked sharp in a khaki jacket and navy trousers.

The couple’s visit today has three destinations: Outfit Moray, Brodieshill Farm and the DAY1 mentoring charity.

Outfit Moray offers young people in the area accessible and affordable outdoor learning workshops.

The aim of the work is to encourage the generation to get outside, help them develop life skills and improve their mental and physical health in doing so.

In particular, the charity helps children aged between eight and 18 who are vulnerable or from disadvantaged backgrounds. Since its inception in 2003, Outside Moray has worked with more than 16,000 young people.

Among the activities the charity involves young people in are mountain biking, paddle sports, rock climbing, archery and bushcraft.

It also runs a number of programmes in local schools, such as cycle training, bike maintenance and first aid.

Brodieshill Farm is a family-run operation where the Lower Speyside Young Farmers have gathered to meet the royals.

Farmstrong Scotland representatives are also chatting to Their Royal Highnesses about how the organisations are supporting the mental wellbeing of young people in rural communities across Scotland – and local farmers in particular.

Lower Speyside Young Farmers is available to young people aged 14-29 and provides opportunities for socialising and interaction in what can sometimes be an isolating environment.

The group has recently taken part in the Are Ewe Okay campaign, led by the Scottish Association of Young Farmer Clubs, which encourages members to talk about mental health and break down the stigma and taboo associated with it.

The couple’s third and final engagement of the day is the DAY1 charity in Inverness, which provides mentoring, training, personal development and employability services to vulnerable young people.

The charity aims to equip its people with the social and emotional skills to succeed in life through mentoring and personal development programmes. These allow participants to build self-reliance and self-confidence, helping them identify their personal interests with clear direction.

The charity also owns and runs the social enterprise, Inverness Kart Raceway, which serves as the location for its apprenticeship scheme in Automotive Skills.