Royal Family Fashion Faux Pas That Were Recorded on Camera

When Kate Had Unpolished Toenails

While many royal fashion mishaps revolve around clothing choices, Duchess Kate sparked controversy in 2016 for a different reason—her unpolished toenails. Most people wouldn’t typically notice or care about a lack of toenail polish, especially if she had been wearing shoes. However, Kate attended an event that required her to remove her footwear, making her bare feet the center of attention

This happened during her and Prince William’s visit to India’s Mahatma Gandhi Museum, where removing shoes is a sign of respect. Knowing this custom ahead of time, why didn’t she paint her toenails? For some fans, it’s a detail they just can’t overlook. After all, royals are often held to higher standards when it comes to appearance, especially during public appearances. Could this have been a simple oversight, or was it a deliberate choice to keep things low-key? Either way, it’s a moment that still gets talked about years later.