There are few pieces in Princess Catherine’s wardrobe as iconic as her trusty Penelope Chilvers Long Tassel Boots. The future Princess of Wales first stepped out in the country classic back in 2004 at the Blenheim Palace Game Fair, and more than two decades later they’re still one of the most recognisable staples in her off-duty wardrobe.
If you’ve always admired Catherine’s timeless countryside style, now could be the perfect time to invest. While the Princess famously owns the boots in the signature Conker brown leather, which remains full price, the sleek black colourway has just been reduced in the brand’s end-of-season sale - saving you hundreds and making it the ideal opportunity to snap up the royal-loved design for less.
Handcrafted by skilled artisans in Spain, the boots are crafted from premium leather and finished with the brand’s signature tassel detailing, a flattering knee-high silhouette and a comfortable low stacked heel.
Speaking exclusively to the Daily Express, founder Penelope Chilvers said one of her proudest moments came when Princess Catherine rewore her trusty Long Tassel Boots during the 2016 royal tour of Bhutan. “She’d had them for many years by then and I was just so proud to see that she still loved them,” Penelope said, adding that the Princess has now worn the style for “so many years”.
That enduring appeal reflects the brand’s philosophy. “It’s very much about slow fashion,” Penelope explained. “We want our products to have longevity in style. They’re not one-hit wonders that you’re only going to wear for a single season.”
And that’s exactly what makes them such a worthwhile investment. They’re chic enough to style with a floaty dress now, but come autumn they’ll look just as good with jeans, chunky knitwear and tailored coats.
The best part? Shopping out of season is where the real bargains are. If you’re happy to tuck them away for a couple of months, you’ll have one of the most timeless boots in royal fashion ready to wear the moment temperatures drop. Just don’t hang around - the sale is proving popular, with only sizes 3 to 6 remaining.
