Lady Amelia Windsor’s upcoming appearance at London Fashion Week may now be in doubt following the death of her grandmother, the Duchess of Kent. The 29-year-old royal is due to walk the runway for Turkish luxury label Barrus, one of the season’s most anticipated shows on September 19.

Over the past decade, Lady Amelia has built a reputation as a rising star in the fashion world, but with the palace confirming the heartbreaking news, questions remain over whether she will step back from her professional commitments to mourn privately with her family.

The Duchess of Kent, who has died at the age of 92, was married to Prince Edward, Duke of Kent, and dedicated much of her life to public service, earning her a cherished place within the Royal Family.

Her passing has prompted an outpouring of tributes, with many praising her quiet dignity and decades of dedication to charitable work.

Amelia has managed to balance her flourishing modelling career with a more discreet role within the royal family. She has walked for major fashion houses including Dolce & Gabbana and has become a regular face on the international fashion circuit.

Beyond the runway, she is a strong advocate for sustainable fashion, often using her platform to highlight eco-conscious brands and tie her style choices to her wider commitment to environmental causes.

This blend of glamour and purpose has allowed Amelia to carve out a distinctive role in both the fashion world and the royal sphere.

Her planned appearance at London Fashion Week was set to be one of the standout moments of the season, showcasing her continued rise as a model. While no official statement has been made regarding her participation, it is widely expected that her family’s mourning period will take precedence.

Members of the royal family often step back from public engagements following the death of a loved one, and Amelia’s potential absence from the catwalk would be in keeping with that tradition.

For now, both the fashion industry and royal watchers await confirmation on whether Amelia will honour her fashion commitment or instead step back from the spotlight to grieve privately.

Following the late Queen Elizabeth II’s death in 2022, the Duchess of Kent became the oldest living member of the British royal family, having been born in 1933.

Her willingness to embrace contemporary fashion set her apart at the time and helped pave the way for future generations of royals to experiment more freely with their own style - a legacy clearly carried forward by her granddaughter, Lady Amelia.