The Old Fashioned (But Very Chic) Home Decor Trend We Spotted in Rare Home Video of the Royal Family

Would you believe me if I told you that the Middleton family's dining room decor is Gwyneth Paltrow-approved? (Don't roll your eyes just yet—I have receipts.)

In case you missed it, Carole Middleton's daughter, Kate Middleton, recently announced the completion of her chemotherapy treatment on Instagram. She released a personal statement and included an emotional video that features footage of the royal family playing games at her mother's home. Right off the bat, I noticed how the room embodies the best of cottagecore, from sunny walls and old-fashioned lamps to brown baskets. However, there was one particular interior design trend that caught my eye: Vintage plate walls.

In the shot, a few intricately designed blue-and-white plates are seen on the wall behind Carole's husband, Michael, Kate, and her daughter, Charlotte, as they sit at the dining table. It certainly adds to the traditional, yet homey feel. And according to DIY guru Emily Henderson, there's a reason this trend is still going strong.

She explained, “It really toes the line between modern and cozy traditional. I think that’s why it’s so visually stimulating. But having those colorful, playful plates (and other dinnerware) really helps to balance the modern lines/elements and makes it a kitchen I desperately want to be in!”

It's no wonder multiple celebrities have also adopted this trend—including Paltrow, whose California home features a stunning display of kitchen plates.