Don't get us wrong, marrying into the royal family has its perks in the fashion department (bespoke tailoring, for one), but when it comes down to it, style cannot be bought. It's inherent. Case in point: Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton, who looks just as effortless in a made-to-fit dress (she loves labels like Alexander McQueen and Jenny Packham) as she does in Breton stripes and denim—a look she often wears for more laidback events. She's even worn pieces from places such as Zara and J.Crew, proving that this royal can mix the highs with the lows for a queen-approved ensemble. On top of this, Kate has access to all the best royal jewels and tiaras, which ought to make anyone's style A+. As an ode to her royally refined and posh taste, we're looking back on her most stylish moments thus far.
September 29, 2020
The Duchess of Cambridge visited a Scout Group in London and joined them for a day of outdoor activities. She dressed up in Scout-approved attire: a Massimo Dutti linen blue shirt, black jeans from the same label, a Really Wild vest, and a pair of See by Chloé leather-trimmed suede ankle boots.
September 22, 2020
The Duchess of Cambridge spent the day in Battersea Park, London focusing on the importance of parent-powered support programs. For the outing, she wore a dressy yet relaxed look featuring trousers from Marks & Spencer and a Ralph Lauren puff sleeve top. To complete the look, she wore her trusty Superga sneakers.
September 15, 2020
Prince William and Kate Middleton spent the day visiting communities hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic. For the outing, the Duchess of Cambridge wore a bright red floral shirtdress from Beulah (10 percent of profits from each dress sale are donated to empowering women all over the world) and Ralph Lauren pumps.
June 25, 2020
The Duchess of Cambridge visited The Nook in Framlingham Earl, which is one of the three East Anglia's Children's Hospices (EACH). She wore a dress by Faithfull the Brand and Russell & Bromley espadrilles.
June 18, 2020
Kate Middleton visited the Fakenham Garden Centre in Norfolk to visit a family-run business, which first opened in 1984, and hear about how the COVID-19 pandemic had impacted them. For the visit, she dressed down in a blue button-down shirt, black skinny jeans, a Fjallraven vest, and green Superga sneakers.
March 9, 2020
The Duchess of Cambridge looked radiant in red during the Commonwealth Day Service at Westminster Abbey. She re-wore her Catherine Walker red coat and donned a matching red fascinator.
September 10, 2019
Kate wore Emilia Wickstead again in September for the RHS "Back to Nature" festival—this time opting for a long-sleeved, floral look from the designer, which £1,635 ($2,255). She paired the posh dress with uber-affordable, $6 earrings.
July 14, 2019
Kate wore a pretty, custom Emilia Wickstead dress for the Men's Finals Day of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London.
February 28, 2019
Kate channeled Harry Potter vibes in a baby-blue Mulberry coat (which she paired with navy Rupert Sanderson Malory pumps during a trip to Northern Ireland.
June 10, 2018
Kate wore a striped Zara dress, Russell & Bromley wedge espadrilles, and carried a Victoria Beckham tote to the Maserati Royal Charity Polo Trophy at Beaufort Polo Club in Gloucestershire.
March 22, 2018
Kate wore a cream Goat Fashion coat and a pair of black skinny jeans to a SportsAid event. This is the Duchess' final outing before she is due to give birth to her and William's third child.
January 11, 2017
The Duchess wore buttoned and belted blue dress by Eponine London for her first royal engagement of 2017. She carried a navy suede clutch and wore matching navy heels. It was a busy day of royal duties for the Duchess: Kate first visited the Anna Freud Centre for Children and Families and then stopped by the Child Bereavement UK with William.
November 3, 2016
The Duchess wore an elegant white lace gown by Self-Portrait with a red poppy pin and a matching clutch as she walked the red carpet at the premiere of A Street Cat Named Bob in London. The film benefits Action on Addiction, one of the many charities Kate supports.
October 9, 2016
For a ride on the London Eye to raise awareness for World Mental Health Day, Middleton donned a pink bloom print chiffon dress by Kate Spade. And guess what? It can be yours.
September 27, 2016
Will and Kate arrived in northern Canada to chilly temps. Kate bundled up in an old favorite, a Hobbs coat, for yet another chic emerald green look. She accessorized with a plaid scarf perfect for fall.
June 12, 2016
Kate Middleton is a pragmatic person when it comes to her wardrobe. We often see her repeat outfits, and now she's even shopping the sale section for chic designer bargains. The Duchess attended the Queen's birthday tea party today wearing a half-price color-block shift by Roksanda. Just another reason to love her.
May 20, 2016
For this nautical Alexander McQueen ensemble's third outing, Kate Middleton did...absolutely nothing to differentiate it from the other two times she's worn it. Which is great, because if you've already nailed it, why risk messing anything up?
March 14, 2016
The Duchess of Cambridge wore her largest hat to date ( a design by 90-year-old designer John Boyd) and the internet was ALL over it. The Daily Mail called it an "unusually large hat" while Vanity Fair underlined its distinct Downton Abbey vibes. She paired the sizable topper with a gray, embroidered Erdem coat and matching Rupert Sanderson heels.
March 11, 2016
With just one outfit the Duchess has officially declared it spring. Kate Middleton stepped out looking sweet and chic in peach-colored gingham separates by British brand Epinone—whose site crashed soon after from the sudden influx of traffic as everyone scrambled to snap up the look. The 'Kate effect' strikes again.
February 7, 2016
Joining Britain's Air Cadets to help them celebrate their 75th anniversary, Middleton stepped out in her tried and true style staple: a well-tailored coatdress. This time, the Duchess of Cambridge wore a pale blue Alexander McQueen version of the trend. Consider us royally obsessed.
November 17, 2015
For a solo outing at the 2015 Fostering Excellence Awards, Middleton opted for a royal blue, crinkle-textured A-line dress by Indian designer Saloni (you can buy it here for $789). To show off her trim waist, she topped things off with a leather belt boasting elegant gold detail. It might be early, but Middleton's classic look has us considering going monochrome in favor of glitz this holiday season.
