Kate Middleton Matched Her Coat with Her Shoes
For the Duchess of Cambridge, it’s a fashion history moment in the making whenever she steps outside the comfort of her palace’s many walls — whether she likes it or not. The woman formerly known as Kate Middleton is a creature of comfort, choosing favorite brands such as Jenny Packham, Alexander McQueen, and L.K. Bennett over and over again in silhouettes including coats that double as dresses, fit and flare frocks, and skirt suits, all of which she occasionally pairs with fun fascinators. But when she switches things up — such as in a Dolce & Gabbana lace dress or a Ralph Lauren hounds-tooth piece — it’s always a welcome sartorial respite from the sameness. And when she tops those items off with a tiara, well that’s just icing on the cake, or crumpet, I should say.
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The Duchess of Cambridge paid a visit to the Anna Freud Centre
The Duchess stepped out on January 11th for an official visit to the Anna Freud Centre. As always, she was positively prim, opting for a belted blue coat dress from Eponine London. She decided to go the matchy route this time, slipping into a pair of blue suede shoes (which you’d better not step on!) from Rupert Sanderson. (Photo: Getty Images)
The Duchess of Cambridge dressed in Zara pants and fringe boots to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Cub Scouts.
To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Cub Scouts, the Duchess of Cambridge dressed not only to toast the organization but learn a few things too. Eschewing her typical dresses and heels, Kate Middleton wore Zara jeans, a light gray turtleneck sweater (which she accessorized with a scouting scarf), and $400 brown suede boots in chocolate brown with a fringe zipper that she’s owned since 2013. Throughout the event, the royal learned how to tie a sling, decorated cupcakes, participated in team-building activities, and more. (Photo: Getty Images)
The Duchess of Cambridge in a sky blue Mulberry coat at the Nelson Trust Women’s Centre in Gloucester, England.
Just another one of Kate Middleton’s fabulous coats! For a charity visit to Nelson Trust Women’s Centre in Gloucester, England, the Duchess of Cambridge wore a black turtleneck with a Dolce & Gabbana skirt and kept warm in a sky blue jacket from Mulberry. (Photo: Getty Images)
The Duchess of Cambridge in Self-Portrait at the premiere of “A Street Cat Named Bob” on November 3, 2016 in London, United Kingdom.
Kate Middleton might be a royal but she at the premiere of A Street Cat Named Bob she looked like a movie star. Wearing a dress from cool girl brand Self-Portrait (Jessica Biel, Rachel McAdams, Kerry Washington, and even Michelle Obama count themselves as fans), the Duchess of Cambridge flashed some skin with a major leg slit of her white pleated skirt. She paired the piece with raspberry Gianvito Rossi heels and a matching Mulberry clutch. (Photo: Getty Images)
The Duchess of Cambridge attends a reception at Buckingham Palace honor Paralympic athletes who participated in the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympic Games.
For a patriotic event, the Duchess of Cambridge wore a very patriotic print. For a reception at Buckingham Palace to honor Paralympic athletes who participated in the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympic Games, Kate chose a dress from Alexander McQueen featuring poppies, a flower that commemorate military personnel in the United Kingdom. The dress, from the pre-spring/summer 2017 collection that has yet to hit stores, was custom made, but similar pieces will retail for around $3,000. She paired the red and white piece with red suede Gianvito Rossi heels and $160 Soru earrings. (Photo: AP)
The Duchess of Cambridge in Alexander McQueen during her visit to the Kitsilano Coastguard Station in Vanier Park in Vancouver, Canada.
Someone obviously really loves Canada! While the Duchess of Cambridge paid a visit to Kitsilano Coastguard Station in Vanier Park in Vancouver, she wore red and white, the colors of the Canada flag. Her bespoke Alexander McQueen dress from the Resort 2017 collection, which reportedly retails for about $5,000, was paired with bright red matching pumps from LK Bennett and a Miu Miu clutch ($895). (Photo: Getty Images)
Prince William, Prince George, Duchess of Cambridge, and Princess Charlotte arrive in Victoria, Canada for their royal tour.
As the royal family arrived in Canada for their royal tour, Prince William, Prince George, Duchess of Cambridge, and Princess Charlotte all matched in shades of blue. (Photo: Getty Images)
The Duchess of Cambridge in blue dress and carrying Princess Charlotte in a floral dress.
The mother-daughter duo matched in shades of blue, with Kate wearing a sheath dress and a fun fascinator with sapphire earrings. (Photo: Getty Images)
Prince George waving to the crowd wearing a blue sweater and knee-high socks.
The 3-year-old, wearing a cerulean sweater with knee-high socks and shorts, waved to the waiting crowd. (Photo: Getty Images)
The Duchess of Cambridge, Duke of Cambridge, Prime Minister of Canada Justin Trudeau and his wife Sophie Gregoire-Trudeau attend an official welcome ceremony at the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia at Victoria International Airport on September 24, 2016 in Victoria, Canada.
While Prime Minister Justin Trudeau got the memo to wear blue, his wife, Sophie Gregoire-Trudeau stood out in a purple dress from Edition de Robe and eggplant felt fedora. (Photo: Getty Images)
The Duchess of Cambridge in a blue print Altuzarra dress
The Duchess of Cambridge got a cute new dress! Kate Middleton, who repeats outfits on occasion, stepped out in a dress from Altuzarra to visit Steward’s Academy with husband Prince William as part of the couple’s Heads Together campaign, a charitable effort that hopes to help young people and learn more about the pressures they face. The Aimee Polka-Dot Button-Front Dress is covered in black and white polka dots and retails for $2,150 (but good luck finding it — the style’s already sold out!). (Photo: Getty Images)
The Duchess of Cambridge in a pink Lela Rose dress at Truro Cathedral.
During a visit to Cornwall in Truro, United Kingdom, the Duchess of Cambridge wore a light pink dress from Lela Rose, which retails for $1,295, with wedge espadrilles. Along with her husband, Prince William, the royals also took time to speak with members of the Zebs Youth Centre, a local organization. (Photo: Getty Images)
The Duchess of Cambridge in a red dress from LK Bennett at YoungMinds Mental Health Charity in London, England
Making a surprise visit to the YoungMinds charity, which runs a helpline service for adults worried about the emotional or mental health of a child, the Duchess of Cambridge looked ravishing in a red dress from LK Bennett, one of her favorite brands. (Photo: Getty Images)
The Duchess of Cambridge in LK Bennett visiting charity Youthscape at in Luton, England
After taking some time off for a summer vacation in France, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are back performing their royal duties. With Prince William in a pair of blue slacks, he matched with his wife who wore a dress from LK Bennett covered in poppies. (Photo: Getty Images)
The Duchess of Cambridge wearing sneakers and customized sailing gear at America’s Cup World Series in Portsmouth, England
To take a cruise aboard the Land Rover Bar team boat at America’s Cup World Series in Portsmouth, England, the Duchess of Cambridge was prepared with a team uniform with her name on it. While she arrived to the event in wedge heels, she quickly put on a trusty pair of sneakers, threw her hair up in a ponytail, put on some RayBans, and was ready to hit the high seas. (Photo: Getty Images)
The Duchess of Cambridge in Alexander McQueen at the Wimbledon Men’s Final of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships
To watch Andy Murray defeat between Milos Raonic at the Wimbledon Men’s Final of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships, the Duchess of Cambridge wore one of her coolest dresses to date. From Alexander McQueen’s Pre-Fall ‘16 collection, the fun patterned look is covered in butterflies, bugs, and polka dots. (Photo: Getty Images)
The Duchess of Cambridge in an off-the-shoulder dress at a dinner hosted at the Natural History Museum in London.
To present the Art Fund Museum of the Year 2016 prize, the Duchess of Cambridge dressed just like a trendy gallery girl in a white off-the-shoulder dress from Brazil-born, London-based designer Barbara Casasola. She paired the hot trend with coral heels and a perfect blowout. (Photo: Getty Images)
The Duchess of Cambridge in a paisley print dress and black fascinator at a memorial to mark the 100th anniversary of the beginning of the Battle of the Somme.
At the Thiepval memorial to the Missing on July 1, 2016 in Thiepval, France, the Duchess of Cambridge wore a paisley print dress. She accessorized with a red poppy pin, black box clutch, and fun round fascinator. (Photo: Getty Images)
The Duchess of Cambridge in a Missoni coat and pillbox hat at a vigil in Thiepval, France.
With a somber sense at The Commonwealth War Graves Commission Thiepval Memorial for the Commemoration of the Centenary of The Battle of the Somme, the Duchess of Cambridge played it cool in a black and gray Missoni coat. She paired the patterned piece with a pillbox hat. (Photo: Getty Images)
The Duchess of Cambridge in Jenny Packham at a charity gala.
At a dinner in support of East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices’ at Houghton Hall on in King’s Lynn, England, the Duchess of Cambridge wore a stunning Jenny Packham gown. Look familiar? She wore it back in 2011 at her first official royal engagement after getting married in April that year. (Photo: Getty Images)
The Duchess of Cambridge at the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland’s Garden party at Hillsborough Castle in Northern Ireland.
Visiting Hillsborough Castle in Northern Ireland, the Duchess of Cambridge paired her Day Birger coat, one she’s worn to two weddings, which she accessorized with a gold shamrock brooch. She also wore a fun pastry-shaped fascinator from Lock Hatters. Good enough to eat! (Photo: Getty Images)
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge sign a book of condolence for the Orlando nightclub shooting victims at the US Embassy in London.
The Duchess of Cambridge wore a black cardigan with a patterned dress for the somber occasion. (Photo: Getty Images)
The Duchess of Cambridge in a Catherine Walker ensemble paired with a matching Lock & Co hat, and stilettos at the Garter Service at Windsor Castle.
The Duchess of Cambridge also wore the Catherine Walker look to the Calgary Zoo in Canada back in 2011. (Photo: Getty Images)
The Duchess of Cambridge in Roksanda Ilincic at ‘The Patron’s Lunch’ celebrating Queen Elizabeth II’s 90th birthday.
Big party, new dress! To celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s 90th birthday, the Duchess of Cambridge showed off a two-toned dress from Roksanda Ilincic. (Photo: Getty Images)
Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, Prince William, Prince Harry, Queen Elizabeth II, and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh watch as the Royal Air Force flies by.
For the annual Trooping the Colour parade, the Duchess of Cambridge opted for a neutral color palate and wore a white coat dress, the same Alexander McQueen number she wore for Princess Charlotte’s christening. She paired the sophisticated piece with a fun fascinator from famed milliner Philip Treacy that featured a large pink flower and had her hair styled in a side chignon. (Photo: Getty Images)
The Duchess of Cambridge in Catherine Walker, with husband Prince William and Prince Harry.
The Duchess of Cambridge wore a bespoke Catherine Walker coat dress. The pastel blue coat featured intricate white embroidery. (Photo: Rex Features)
The Duchess of Cambridge in Roland Mouret at a dinner for SportsAid.
The Duchess of Cambridge, known for recycling some her favorite looks (ain’t nothing wrong with that!), showed off a brand new dress. The — very fitting — royal blue gown, designed by Roland Mouret, featured a fitted silhouette with shoulder cutouts. "With little over 50 days to go until the Games begin in Rio; the next Olympiad is almost here. As we did in London in 2012, we will see a new generation of sporting stars emerge into the spotlight,” she said. “We cannot wait to meet the next SportsAid champions — the next Chris Hoys and Katherine Graingers who will remind us all of the magic and the power of sport. So thank you all for supporting the incredible work of SportsAid. I am immensely proud to be their Patron and I can’t wait to cheer on our team competing in Rio.“ (Photo: Getty Images)
The Duchess of Cambridge in Alexander McQueen with her husband Prince William, Queen Elizabeth II, and Prince Philip at a garden party at Buckingham Palace.
The Duchess of Cambridge just recycled one of her most special outfits ever. First worn during Price George’s christening in October 2013, the royal brought out the custom ruffle coat and flared skirt from Alexander McQueen for a garden party at Buckingham Palace. She paired the cream look with a floral and mesh fascinator from Jane Taylor, which she did back then as well (she wore the same hat to Charlotte’s christening as well). According to The Daily Mail, the Queen’s garden parties have a dress code, although it isn’t strictly enforced, with men required to wear morning dress or a lounge suit and women a day dress with a hat or fascinator. (Photo: Getty Images)
The Duchess of Cambridge in a Catherine Walker coat at a flower show.
To attend the 2016 Chelsea Flower Show in central London with her grandmother-in-law the Queen of England, the Duchess of Cambridge wore a kelly green coat from Catherine Walker. A favorite piece from her fabulous collection of coats, she’s worn it multiple times in the past. (Photo: AP)
The Duchess of Cambridge in a nautical-themed ensemble from Alexander McQueen.
To launch two new sailing projects in Portsmouth, England, the Duchess of Cambridge dressed on-theme in a very nautical ensemble. She paired an ankle-length navy blue skirt adorned with gold buttons with a white blouse featuring matching embellishments. This is actually her third time wearing the outfit. (Photo: Getty Images)
The Duchess of Cambridge in a Banana Republic skirt and Rupert Sanderson heels.
What a knockout! At a mental health charity day, the Duchess of Cambridge threw some punches in a boxing ring wearing a patterned skirt from Banana Republic. (Photo: Getty Images)
The Duchess of Cambridge expertly mixing high and low.
For the Queen’s 90th birthday celebration at Windsor castle, the Duchess of Cambridge deftly paired a $72 red coat from Zara with a nearly $5,000 white lace dress from Dolce & Gabbana. (Photo: Getty Images)
The Duchess of Cambridge in Alexander McQueen at the National Portrait Gallery in London.
To view pictures of herself at the National Portrait Gallery, the Duchess of Cambridge opted for a pink ensemble from her favorite designer Alexander McQueen. The portraits in the 'Vogue 100: A Century Of Style’ exhibition also appear on the cover of British Vogue’s June 2016 issue. (Photo: Getty Images)
The Duchess of Cambridge in a Michael Kors coat and during a garden tour at Hampton Court Palace in London.
For a tour of Hampton Court’s new gardens and to meet with its landscapers as well as children and families enjoying their visit, the Duchess of Cambridge pulled a Michael Kors coat from her closet. She paired it with L.K. Bennett heels that haven’t even hit stores yet. (Photo: AP)
The Duchess of Cambridge in a lilac dress at a reception at Spencer House in London.
The Duchess of Cambridge supported the Anna Freud Centre, where she serves as patron, by attending a lunch reception. She mingled with guests in a lilac sheath with asymmetrical draping details. (Photo: AP)
Prince Harry, President Obama, First Lady Michelle Obama, and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge pose for a photo together in front of Kensington Palace.
Before dining together, Prince Harry, President Obama, First Lady Michelle Obama, and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge posed for a photo together in front of Kensington Palace. While Michelle dressed like a Monica Rose client (Kendall and Gigi’s stylist) in a peach monochrome ensemble, Kate Middleton opted for an LK Bennett dress in an abstract print. As for the boys, they all went sans ties for the casual affair. Prince George even wore his robe to cocktail hour. Photo: AP
The Duchess of Cambridge in a blue Saloni dress at a reception at Kensington Palace where she met young people from Bhutan and India.
Ahead of their visit to India and Bhutan, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge held a reception at Kensington Palace — and Kate dressed the part. Wearing an illusion dot dress in blue from Indian-born, London-based designer Saloni, the royal gave a fashionable preview of what’s to come. Can’t wait! (Photo: Getty Images)
The Duchess of Cambridge wearing a Zara dress with an M Missoni tweed coat at the opening of a charity shop in Holt, Norfolk.
Princess of the people wore a robin’s egg blue chiffon dress from Zara, one that she’s worn a few times before (sorry, it’s long gone from shelves), with a M Missoni tweed coat in a similar shade. To open a charity shop in Holt, Norfolk, she also wore navy blue suede pumps. Photo: Getty Images
The Duchess of Cambridge with the Princes in a groutfit at the Commonwealth Observance Day Service.
Matching gray outfits, otherwise known as groutfits, are generally reserved for casual days. But the Duchess of Cambridge had all eyes on her — specifically, two handsome princes — when she made the look fancy for the Commonwealth Observance Day Service. Celebrating the Queen’s 90th birthday with royals, Kofi Annan, and Ellie Goulding, Kate Middleton paired a gray Erdem coat with a wide-brimmed John Boyd hat. Photo: Getty Images
The Duchess of Cambridge in an Eponine London ensemble while visiting a mentoring program.
To spread her royal cheer, the Duchess of Cambridge put on her best Jackie Kennedy ensemble. The red and white outfit comes from Eponine London, which models all of its designs based on ‘50s and ‘60s fashion. Photo: Getty Images
The Duchess of Cambridge in a green Erdem coat during a visit to St. Thomas’ Hospital in London.
For a visit to a hospital to speak with some patients, the Duchess of Cambridge, the United Kingdom’s biggest coat consumer, wore a green one from Erdem. Photo: AP
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge with Princess Charlotte and Prince George on vacation in the French Alps.
Kate Middleton and Prince William took their family on a trip, which was both their first as a foursome and their first in the snow. Bundled up in parkas, beanies and goggles, the family captured the moment in the French Alps—snowball fights and all. And just as royals do, they coordinated their snowsuits to perfection. Kate and Charlotte looked like ladies in white while William George wore shades of blue. Photo: Instagram
The Duchess of Cambridge in a green Max Mara coat during her visit to Edinburgh, Scotland.
Visiting a primary school during her trip to Scotland, the Duchess of Cambridge kept warm in an emerald green Max Mara coat. Photo: AP
The Duchess of Cambridge in a houndstooth skirt from Le Kilt and a black turtleneck during her visit to a school on her trip to Scotland.
While the Kate Effect sent the Le Kilt skirt flying off shelves, Harvey Nichols assures fans of the piece that it will be restocked soon. The Duchess of Cambridge paired the piece with a black turtleneck, Photo: AP
The Duchess of Cambridge in a bright red coat with her husband at a reception following a ceremony marking the end of RAF Search and Rescue (SAR) Force operations in Wales.
Wearing an LK Bennett London cherry red coat, a Lock & Co. fascinator in brown, and black Stuart Weitzman heels, the Duchess of Cambridge commemorated the end of 75 years of service by the members of the RAF Search and Rescue (SAR) Force in Anglesey, Wales. Photo: Getty Images
The Duchess of Cambridge, wearing a white turtleneck and bouclé skirt, in a pop-up newsroom in Kensington Palace where she’s guest-editing Huffington Post UK.
Wearing a $537 gray bouclé skirt from Dolce & Gabbana with a white turtleneck sweater from REISS ($230), the Duchess of Cambridge looked ready to work! On Feb. 17, 2016, she guest-edited the Huffington Post UK, helping to post stories about Young Minds Matter, a campaign to raise awareness and improve conditions for children living with mental illness. She even crafted a blog post herself, in addition to commissioning articles from freelancers. “The mental health of our children must be seen as every bit as important as their physical health,” she wrote. “Like most parents today, William and I would not hesitate to seek help for our children if they needed it. We hope to encourage George and Charlotte to speak about their feelings, and to give them the tools and sensitivity to be supportive peers to their friends as they get older.” Photo: AP
The Duchess Of Cambridge marks the 75th anniversary of RAF Air Cadets in a powder blue coat.
To honor the 75th anniversary of the RAF Air Cadets, the Duchess of Cambridge wore a baby blue coat from Alexander McQueen and Gianvito Rossi navy blue heels at St. Clement Danes Church on February 7, 2016 in London, England. She accessorized with a fancy black fascinator from Lock & Co. and a diamond encrusted brooch honoring the RAF. Photo: Getty Images
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, before attending the St. Mary Magdalene Church Sunday morning service in Sandringham on January 10, 2016.
You know when you get a really cute outfit for Christmas that you just can’t wait to wear it? Well, it seems the Duchess of Cambridge knows the feeling. For holiday church services on December 27, the royal wore an Emilia Wickstead emsemble consisting of a fit-and-flare blazer and matching midi skirt in a plum gingham print. She paired it with a black fascinator and her favorite knee-high Aquitalia boots in black suede. Then, just two weeks later, she showed up to church again in the exact same outfit. Photo: AP
The Duchess of Cambridge attended Sunday church services at St. Mary Magdalene Church in Sandringham on December 27, 2015.
Duchess Kate looked prim and proper in a plummy plaid tweed Michael Kors suit, complete with a structured blazer and shin-length skirt. She accessorized with a pair of tall black boots (with a sensible heel, natch) and a chic black topper. Photo: Getty Images
The Duchess of Cambridge, in a forest green coat, attended the Christmas Day Service at St. Mary Magdalene Church on the Sandringham Estate with her husband, the Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge, and other members of the Royal Family.
On Christmas, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge made the perfect pair, with Prince William in a red tie and his wife, Kate Middleton, in a forest green coat. She belted her wool coat for some shape, wore suede knee-high boots, and gloves for warmth. She added some flair with a diamond leaf brooch and a fun fascinator. Despite the rain she still looked festive — and chic! Photo: AP
The Duchess and Duke of Cambridge, with their children Prince George and Princess Charlotte, in the gardens of Kensington Palace.
Even royals release annual holiday cards! (Although they probably have a much longer list of recipients.) But because they’re young, modern aristocrats, the image, which shows the family playing together in the gardens of Kensington Palace in October when there were leaves on the ground, was also released on Instagram. “The Duke and Duchess are hugely appreciative of all the warm messages they have received about their family this year and are very much looking forward to their first Christmas as a family of four,” the caption reads. George, 2, who will be attending nursery school in January, looks precious in high knee socks and blue Fair Isle sweater. His sister, 7 months, sits on Kate’s lap in a cute pink ensemble. As for the Duke and Duchess, they seemingly coordinated in blue collared shirts. Photo: Chris Jelf/PA
The Duchess of Cambridge in Alexander McQueen at the Anna Freud Centre Family School Christmas Party in London, England.
For the Anna Fred Centre’s Christmas Party, the Duchess of Cambridge, who’s a patron of the mental health rehabilitation and research facility, not only got into the holiday spirit by playing drums, dancing, laughing, and doodling with the kids, she also dressed for the cherry occasion in a red Alexander McQueen dress.
The Duchess of Cambridge in Emilia Wickstead at the Centre for Addiction Treatment Studies in Warminster, England.
A patron of 'Action on Addiction,’ the Duchess visited the charity’s headquarters to see firsthand its work providing training, education, and professional development for those working in the field. For the tour, she wore a turquoise Emilia Wickstead dress, which retails for $1817, featuring a high-waisted pleated skirt. She accessorized with a fresh new haircut, black pumps, and a small clutch.
The Duchess of Cambridge arriving at the Centre for Addiction Treatment Studies in Warminster, England, wearing a Reiss coat.
Middleton’s a big fan of coats — she seems to have a magical wardrobe filled with them (or maybe just a very large closet in her palace) — and she showed off a new one in her collection upon arriving at the Centre for Addiction Treatment Studies. From high street label Reiss, the houndstooth jacket sells for $620. Get it while you can!
The Duchess of Cambridge in an LK Bennet emerald green ensemble heading to ICAP’s charity day at ICAP in London, England.
Just a day after wearing Princess Diana’s favorite tiara, the Cambridge Lover’s Knot, she headed to a charity event wearing an emerald green dress from LK Bennett with a peplum jacket and a waist-nipping skinny belt. She previously wore the ensemble (with a different belt and a fascinator) in 2012. The night before, Middleton had her hair pulled back in a chignon, but to raise money for charity, she let it down and showed off a new shorter ‘do, Still sporting long bangs, the style’s significantly shorter and grazes her shoulders.
The Duchess of Cambridge in Alexander McQueen and a tiara heading to the annual Diplomatic Reception at Buckingham Palace.
Is this 2013 or 2015? For the annual Diplomatic Reception at Buckingham Palace, the Duchess of Cambridge wore the exact same thing — a pale blue Alexander McQueen dress with a lace neckline, a tiara, and diamond earrings on loan from the Queen — as she did two years earlier. The one difference? The headpiece, which was once Princess Diana’s.
The Duchess of Cambridge in Matthew Williamson arriving at Place2Be’s Headteacher Conference in London.
For a conference focusing on the role schools have in battling mental health problems for adolescents, the 33-year-old royal recycled a regal dress. From Brit designer Matthew Williamson, the gray number, which she previously wore in 2012, is covered in turquoise and gold embellishments on the arms. She paired the statement piece with emerald suede heels. “I was lucky. My parents and teachers provided me with a wonderful and secure childhood where I always knew I was loved, valued and listened to,” she said in a speech.
The Duchess of Cambridge wore leggings!
The Duchess of Cambridge strapped in for some fun — quite literally — when she did some abseiling. What is abseiling? Well, watch the video of Middleton gamely participating in black leggings and a red windbreak for an explanation.
The Duchess of Cambridge in Saloni at the 2015 Fostering Excellence Awards in London.
For a gala raising money for kids in foster care, the royal looked gorgeous in a crinkle-effect gown from Saloni, which costs about $850. She paired the fit-and-flare piece with a dark blue belt, suede high heeles, and carried a Mulberry clutch.
The Duchess of Cambridge in a skirt suit with her husband, the Duke of Cambridge, during a visit to the French Ambassador’s residence in London.
Following the attacks in Paris, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge paid a visit to the French Ambassador’s residence in London to write messages in a book of condolences. “To all those who have died and were injured in the heartless attacks in Paris, and to all the people in France, nos plus sincères condoléances,” they signed.
The Duchess of Cambridge in a black coat and fascinator on Remembrance Sunday.
For the somber occasion, Kate Middleton dressed in all black but she made sure to pin a poppy to her chic coat made of mixed fabrics.
Kate Middleton in Dolce & Gabbana celebrating the Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall.
Dress look familiar? The Duchess wore the same thing just in maroon a few weeks prior. She opted for the darker shade during the Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall.
The Duchess of Cambridge in Erdem at the 100 Women In Hedge Funds Gala Dinner in aid of the Art Room at the Victoria and Albert Museum London, England.
To attend a fundraiser supporting her passion philanthropy project the Art Room, the Duchess of Cambridge dressed in one of her most vibrant pieces to date. From London-based designer Erdem, the cobalt-blue and cream floral print of the gown’s inspired by 1960s Japanese graphics. It’s fitted at the bodice and flares below the waist into a voluminous peplum skirt and from the back there’s a low V that shows some skin. Love it? Get it for $4,560.
The Duchess Of Cambridge in an Orla Kiely dress at Islington Town Hall to meet with kids and mentors from Chance UK’s Early Intervention Programme.
Kate Middleton, outfit repeater, is at it again. For a day of charity with children, the Duchess of Cambridge shopped her own closet and wore an Orla Kiely dress that she had previously been spotted in in March 2012. The blue frock features a pleated skirt, a tie around the waist, and floral appliqué on the chest. She match the black detailing with a pair of black Jimmy Choo heels and a black box clutch. She pulled her hair back in a ponytail and parted her bangs to the side.
The Duchess of Cambridge in Jenny Packham at the premiere of “Spectre.”
Unsurprisingly, Middleton opted for a gown from Jenny Packham for the premiere of the latest James Bond thriller Spectre in London. With her tuxed-up husband and hunky brother-in-law, bearded Prince Harry, she was equal parts movie star and princess with a dusty blue gown that was covered up in the front and totally sheer in the back.
The Duchess of Cambridge in a Tabitha Webb dress at the BAFTA premiere of “Shaun the Sheep: The Farmer’s Llamas.”
Wearing a blue galaxy print dress from Tabitha Webb, the Duchess attended a movie premiere — well, sort of. In addition to a screening of Shaun the Sheep: The Farmer’s Llamas, Middleton was joined by her husband, Prince William, and his brother, Prince Harry, to do some arts and crafts with kids as part of a charity the royal family supports. Hopefully, the mother of two was smart enough to wear a smock with her pretty frock. Although a little glitter wouldn’t hurt!
The Duchess of Cambridge in a Christopher Kane coat.
While visiting her alma mater, the University of St. Andrews, the Duchess of Cambridge strolled the campus in a bright blue coat. For a romantic trip down memory lane with her husband, Prince William, she kept warm in knee-high suede boots, black gloves, and a turtleneck sweater. ““The Duke and Duchess spent last night in St Andrews, where they first met @univofstandrews,” Kensington Palace tweeted on Friday with a photo of the couple as students in the early 2000s.
The Duchess of Cambridge in Dolce & Gabbana.
At a creative industry event to celebrate cultural collaboration between the UK and China at Lancaster House, the Duchess brought sexy back in a burgundy Dolce & Gabbana number (which retails for $3,175). She matched her accessories — suede Gianvito Rossi heels and a Mulberry envelope clutch — to the dress.
The Duchess of Cambridge in Jenny Packham with Chinese President Xi Jinping at a state banquet at Buckingham Palace.
Middleton chose a red gown for a visit from the Chinese President Xi Jingping and his wife. The color pays tribute to the country and the significance it holds there. Jenny Packham, a favorite designer of the Duchess’s, custom made the dress for the special occasion. She topped it off with a tiara, only her third time wearing one. The Lotus Flower tiara, also known as the Papyrus, was a gift to Princess Margaret from the Queen Mother. It was originally a necklace but Queen Elizabeth asked Garrard to turn it into a tiara.
The Duchess of Cambridge in a silver dress from the Fold visiting a women’s prison.
If you’ve ever wondered what a princess wears to prison, ponder no longer. The Duchess of Cambridge wore a silver tweed dress from The Fold, a London-based high-end workwear line for women, to visit the Rehabilitation of Addicted Prisoners Trust at HMP Send in Woking, United Kingdom. The piece retails for £365 or $554 and is described on the company’s website as the “ultimate power dress.”
The Duchess of Cambridge in Ralph Lauren at a a mental health center.
For the philanthropic outing to the Anna Freud Centre, the mother of two wore a black and white houndstooth Ralph Lauren silk “Austin” dress, which can be purchased for $1,595.
The Duchess of Cambridge in a sporty sweatshirt and jeans at the America’s Cup World Series.
In Portsmouth, Middleton celebrated a rainy “Super Sunday” in Zara jeans, Sebago boat shoes, a striped shirt, and custom sweatshirt. The navy blue zip-up was personalized with her official royal name on the back and her husband, the Duke of Cambridge, sported a matching one.
The Duchess of Cambridge in Alexander McQueen holding Princess Charlotte.
For Princess Charlotte’s christening, the Duchess donned an Alexander McQueen coat dress in cream with a flower explosion protruding fro the back her hat. Her daughter wore the same gown that her older brother wore for his ceremony in 2013.
The Duchess of Cambridge in a Catherine Walker Astrid coat dress celebrating Queen Elizabeth’s birthday.
For the Trooping of the Color parade, the Duchess, who had given birth to Princess Charlotte just six weeks prior, wore a Catherine Walker Astrid coat dress with a Marisbel hat from Locke & Co. Want a fun frisbee-looking fascinator too? Get a similar style for $1,400.
The Duchess of Cambridge in Jenny Packham outside of St. Mary’s hospital with her newborn daughter.
Just hours after giving birth, the Duchess of Cambridge got a blowout, put on some heels, and a pretty dress from Jenny Packham , and introduced her daughter to waiting fans and paparazzi.
