Natasha Archer, Kate’s stylist and aide, departs royal life to start a private consultancy

Princess Kate has lost one of her most trusted allies. Natasha Archer, who spent 15 years at the heart of Kensington Palace as a close aide and stylist to the Princess of Wales, has officially stepped down from her royal role.

Archer, 37, affectionately known as “Tash” by those within the royal household, confirmed her departure this week as she embarks on a new chapter: launching her own private consultancy. Details of the venture remain under wraps, but the Palace has extended its best wishes for her next steps, marking the end of a remarkable tenure.

Her exit closes a significant chapter in Kate’s royal life. Archer joined the household in 2010—the same year Prince William and Kate Middleton became engaged. Starting as a personal assistant to both William and Kate, Archer’s influence grew steadily. Over time, she transformed from a behind-the-scenes assistant into a pivotal figure in the royal machine.

By 2022, Archer had risen to the position of Senior Private Executive Assistant to the Prince and Princess of Wales. According to her LinkedIn, her responsibilities spanned “managing clothing, diary and projects”—a portfolio that gave her immense sway over Kate’s public image and professional engagements.

Married to Chris Jackson, the Getty Images royal photographer, Archer has remained a discreet but central figure within royal circles. She kept a low profile in public, yet her fashion sense and strategic planning shaped much of Kate’s iconic appearance and global influence.

Her styling contributions became especially prominent during high-profile tours. In 2014, Archer masterminded Kate’s wardrobe for the couple’s visit to Australia and New Zealand, where the Princess wore 24 different outfits over 19 days. Each look, carefully selected and impeccably coordinated, cemented Kate’s evolution from a relatable duchess to a full-fledged global fashion icon.

British designers like Alexander McQueen and Jenny Packham became mainstays in Kate’s wardrobe under Archer’s guidance. Their partnership gave rise to the “Kate Middleton Effect”—a phenomenon estimated to contribute £1 billion annually to the UK economy as shoppers scramble to emulate the royal’s style.

Archer’s influence didn’t stop at aesthetics. She was instrumental in pushing for sustainable fashion within royal circles. In a notable 2022 moment, she arranged for Kate to rent a vibrant neon-green gown from HURR for the Earthshot Prize Awards in Boston, sending a clear message about conscious consumption.

Her touch even extended to Prince William’s wardrobe. During their 2019 visit to Pakistan, Archer reportedly convinced the future king to don a traditional sherwani—an act of cultural sensitivity that earned widespread praise.

Now, after a decade and a half of quietly shaping the public image of Britain’s most beloved royal couple, Archer is stepping into the spotlight on her own terms. Her departure will leave a visible gap in the Kensington Palace operation, particularly as Princess Kate continues her recovery journey following her cancer diagnosis.

Photographs from past royal outings often captured Archer beside Kate and the family’s nanny, Maria Teresa Turrion Borrallo—an image of loyalty, trust, and precision behind the grandeur.

That chapter has now closed.

With the royal household in transition and Kate focusing on her health, Archer’s exit signals a subtle but significant shift within the inner workings of the monarchy. She may have left the palace, but her legacy of poise, fashion, and quiet influence will long outlive her tenure.