Royal Family Fashion Faux Pas That Were Recorded on Camera

When Princess Michael of Kent Wore an Inappropriate Brooch

If you’re not familiar with Princess Michael of Kent, she is married to Prince Michael of Kent, a cousin of the late Queen Elizabeth II. While she rarely appears in public, she grabbed headlines in 2017 during her visit to the Queen’s Christmas lunch. Surprisingly, it wasn’t her outfit that sparked controversy—it was the brooch she wore

Princess Michael had pinned the Blackamoor brooch to her coat, a piece infamous for its depiction of dark-skinned individuals as servants or slaves. Historians widely regard this brooch as deeply racist, and its appearance at such a high-profile event raised eyebrows. Why would someone choose to wear such a controversial piece? The incident not only highlighted the brooch’s offensive history but also sparked conversations about cultural sensitivity in modern times. It serves as a reminder that even small choices can carry significant weight, especially in the public eye.