A royal fashion expert has singled out Marks & Spencer's autumn collection as particularly strong and said several pieces would suit the Princess of Wales, according to a Daily Mail features article published Sept. 14.
Rebekah Absalom, a senior features writer for the Daily Mail, wrote that the retailer's new range — encompassing dresses, skirts, trousers, jumpers and coats — felt "lust-worthy" and offered several mid-price pieces she imagined the Princess of Wales wearing. Absalom noted M&S's continued commercial momentum in recent years and described the High Street Kensington store as a frequent temptation for shoppers and editors alike.
Absalom highlighted specific items from the line-up, including the M&S Collection Printed V-Neck Tea Dress, which she described as having a flattering silhouette, delicate lace trims and a swishy midi hem. She suggested traditional court shoes would be a likely styling choice for the Princess of Wales, while noting she would pair the dress with ballet flats now and switch to knee-high boots as temperatures fall. The writer also drew attention to a Wool Coat in a rich wine tone with sharp peak lapels and a double-breasted front, which she said looks more expensive than its reported £100 price tag.
Other pieces singled out included a Faux Fur Buckle Trim Coat priced at about £75, Leather Look Carrot Trousers paired with a textured embellished cardigan, and an Autograph wool-blend blazer with seam-detail flared trousers in sage. Absalom described these items as versatile separates that could move from day to night and as value propositions given their price points.
The feature appears on the Daily Mail's shopping pages, which the site notes are curated by its journalists and may include affiliate links. A disclosure attached to the article stated that if readers purchase through links on the page, the publisher may earn commission.
Marks & Spencer has been a longstanding British high-street name and a recurring choice among members of the royal family; the Princess of Wales has been publicly photographed in pieces from British labels and is often associated with accessible, tailored styles. The Daily Mail piece places M&S's new arrivals in that context, presenting them as contemporary, affordable options that align with the kind of polished dressing frequently attributed to senior royals.
The shopping feature also sits alongside other retail-focused royal coverage on the site, which has recently reported on sales and discounts at brands with royal associations. The article was published at 14:01 BST on Sept. 14, 2025, under Absalom's byline.