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The Weird Reason You Never See Kate Middleton’s Bra Straps In Dresses

May 28, 2020 by Justine Schwartz
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Have you wondered why you don’t see Kate Middleton‘s bra straps… ever?

We’ve been studying the Duchess of Cambridge’s style very closely for years, and come to think of it we have absolutely no photographic evidence that she’s even wearing one in the decade that she’s been in the spotlight. Curious!

Well, one royal expert claims to know the reason behind Kate’s elusive undergarments! Apparently, she has a clever trick for hiding them. Intrigued?

READ MORE: 6 Weird Royal Fashion Rules That Kate Middleton & Meghan Markle Have To Follow

Myka Meier, a royal style and etiquette expert, just took to Instagram to share her wisdom with the world.

“Ever wonder why you never see bra straps?!” she wrote on the platform on April 23. “Swipe to see a secret trick which is a must-have royal wardrobe piece!”

https://www.instagram.com/p/B_VD6orlP_s/?utm_source=ig_embed

The gallery shows a picture of Kate at the Royal Ascot in 2019, and then reveals a nude seamless shapewear bodysuit in the second slide. Interesting!

Meier then told the British papers, “Underwear and bras are also considered private, intimate wear, and for royals, to put intimate apparel on display would simply not be done.” Indeed!

“There are a few options to hide bra straps, with one option being a bra that is actually sewn into the piece,” she continued.

“A second option is strapless shapewear, which is a one piece that either snaps at the bottom or has legs attached. You can buy them in almost any skin tone so they appear transparent and don’t show through clothing.” Genius!

Like the rest of us, Kate’s objective is not to call attention to herself with visible panty and bra lines! Meier suggests: “You want the attention to be on the beautifully tailored and designed garment and not the undergarments. Undergarments showing can take away from an amazing outfit.”

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Justine Schwartz is a veteran women's lifestyle editor; she's written extensively about style & beauty tips, health advice and wedding planning. Her work has appeared in New York Magazine, Huffington Post and New York Weddings. Justine has been with SheFinds since 2010; you can reach her via email at Justine@shefinds.com.

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