Kate Middleton

LONDON — With great power comes great fashion responsibility, a cue that every royal understands whenever they step out in public, whether interested in fashion or not.
Kate Middleton is a master of this and she often doesn’t need to say anything: her clothes do the talking.

Throughout the years, Catherine, Princess of Wales’ staple silhouette of structured shoulders, body-hugging bodices and cinched waists have had some reconstruction, just like her role within the British royal family.

Kate Middleton wearing Alexander McQueen.

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Since the passing of Queen Elizabeth II in September, the duties and responsibilities of the Waleses have increased.

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Within the past year, Middleton’s hemlines have become longer and her support for British designers has gotten stronger.

“If you look back at their trajectory as a couple, for a very long time they were seen as very relatable, very down to earth and quite casual. I think what we’ve seen a little bit more of in recent months is them looking much more serious,” Bethan Holt, author of “The Queen: 70 Years of Majestic Style” and “The Duchess of Cambridge: A Decade of Modern Royal Style,” told WWD ahead of King Charles III’s coronation.

Kate Middleton carrying a Chanel bag.

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On the world stage, her support means that eyes are always on designers coming out of Britain, from Stella McCartney, Emilia Wickstead to Self-Portrait.

According to reports from WeArisma, an influence analytics company, Kate Middleton’s appearance was one of the most influential moments during the coronation. The Alexander McQueen gown she wore had an engagement value of $349,700 based on an image from Time magazine’s Instagram.

Kate Middleton’s 2023 Key Looks So Far

January

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Jan. 12: For a visit to the Royal Liverpool University Hospital and the Open Door charity in Birkenhead, Kate re-wore a Holland Cooper coat, with a Cefinn Studio navy rib-knit dress, Gianvito Rossi pumps, and a Mulberry handbag.

Jan. 30: Kate was unmissable in a vibrant red Alexander McQueen power suit, Gianvito Rossi pumps, and a matching Miu Miu clutch for a BAFTA event.

Jan. 31: To launch her “Shaping Us” campaign, she wore a Victoria Beckham dress topped with an Alexander McQueen coat and accessorized with Gianvito Rossi boots and a Manu Atelier bag.

February

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Feb. 9: For her first public appearance after becoming the Duchess of Cornwall, Kate wore a Hobbs London coat, Kiltane Scotland turtleneck sweater, Edeline Lee skirt and Gianvito Rossi boots.

Feb. 19: At the BAFTA Awards, Kate re-wore a white Alexander McQueen dress, the left shoulder of which had been altered, black gloves, gold Aquazzura pumps, and a Jimmy Choo clutch.

Feb. 28: Kate wore a cream coat and Zara skirt paired with Gianvito Rossi boots and Mulberry handbag.

March

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March 1: The princess wore a slim fit Alexander McQueen coat for St. David’s Day, accessorizing with a black hat by milliner Juliette Botterill, Mulberry bag and Gianvito Rossi boots.

March 16: For Commonwealth Day, Kate wore a navy Erdem skirt suit with a white floral motif, paired with navy Gianvito Rossi pumps and a clutch by Emmy London.

March 17: The princess made a surprising choice to wear a teal Catherine Walker coat dress for St. Patrick’s Day. Her ensemble was chosen to watch the St. Patrick’s blue of the plumes worn by the 1st Battalion Irish Guards.

April

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April 9: First seen at the 2022 Commonwealth Service, for Easter Sunday Kate re-wore a blue Catherine Walker coat dress with a color coordinated Lock and Co. hat and Emmy London clutch with nude Gianvito Rossi pumps.

April 20: The Princess of Wales wore a Karen Millen dress and matching Gianvito Rossi pumps for a visit to Birmingham.

April 27: During a visit to Wales, Kate wore a Holland Cooper sweater and G-Star Raw trousers. She sported two different jackets, one a black and red Kongur jacket and the other a vibrant red coat from Keela.

May

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May. 4: The princess showed her patriotism in a red coat with blue lining by Eponine London, a white Suzannah Flippy dress, Mulberry bag and Jimmy Choo heels.

May. 6: For the coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla, the newly crowned Princess of Wales arrived in an Alexander McQueen dress with a formal mantel overtop. Rather than a tiara, she wore a headpiece by milliner Jess Collett and Alexander McQueen paired with South Sea Pearl and Diamond earrings that belonged to Princess Diana. 

May. 9: At the Buckingham Palace garden party, the princess wore an Elie Saab pussy bow top and skirt set, first seen on her at Royal Ascot in 2019. The set was paired with a Philip Treacy hat, Elie Saab clutch and Gianvito Rossi heels.

June

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Jun. 17: For the Trooping the Colour Ceremonies, the Princess of Wales channeled Princess Diana in a custom emerald green Andrew Gn coatdress with a matching hat by Philip Treacy.

Jun. 19: At the Garter Day service, Kate Middleton wore a bespoke white dress from Alessandra Rich, paired with two-tone pumps from the same London-based brand and added a black Philip Treacy hat with polka dot detailing. The princess also wore her late mother-in-law Princess Diana’s pearl earrings. 

Jun. 20: The Princess of Wales wore a white tweed blazer with a pleated skirt from Self-Portrait. She coordinated the look with black bow-tie pumps from Aquazzura and accessorized with a black Chanel quilted clutch bag to the reopening of the National Portrait Gallery.

July

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Jul. 4: Making her first appearance at the 2023 Wimbledon Championships, the Princess of Wales opted for a double-breasted mint green Balmain blazer paired with a white pleated skirt and Gianvito Rossi pumps. She accessorized with a white leather Mulberry bag and jewelry from Shyla London and Sezane.

Jul. 6: Kate Middleton attended the Royal Charity Polo Cup match in a sky-blue dress with a white cornflower print from Beulah London and nude slingback kitten heels from Camilla Elphick.

Jul. 15: To the Wimbledon 2023’s women’s singles final, the Princess of Wales wore pastel midi dress by Self-Portrait, nude suede pumps by Gianvito Rossi, and an Emmy London chain clutch. She completed her look with oversized frames by Victoria Beckham and a pair of pearl studs by Cassandra Goad.

The Princess of Wales in Roksanda on the royal tour of the Caribbean, March 2022. Photo: Getty
Barbiecore has fluttered through summer with a flash of fuchsia fabric (just ask the It girls who championed the trend). But when it comes to brightening up an August day, nothing can beat the cheerful charm of an easy, breezy yellow. From zesty lemon to muted mustard, the palette brims with personality and imbues the wearer with a sense of upbeat optimism.
From Queen Maxima of the Netherlands to Diana, Princess of Wales, the most glamorous of European royals have long showcased the delights of this most uplifting shade on royal tours and public engagements. Queen Elizabeth II was a particular fan of the color, memorably wearing yellow to Royal Ascot and on Easter Sunday.
Queen Elizabeth II was a lifelong lover of yellow, pictured on Easter Sunday 2019. Photo: Getty
Today, the Princess of Wales is one of the most notable fans of the shade, opting for eye-catching outfits from brands like Roksanda and Alessandra Rich for major moments like Wimbledon and Trooping the Colour.
While the jet set has bid farewell to Britain’s dreary shores in favor of frolicking on the sun-soaked beaches of Ibiza (Poppy Delevingne and Prince Constantine-Alexios of Greece) or St Tropez (the Marchioness of Bath and Jade Holland Cooper), those well-heeled wanderers styling out this sub-par summer might draw inspiration from the Princess of Wales’s most memorable yellow looks.
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The Princess of Wales brings a splash of sunshine to the Royal Surrey County Hospital in Karen Millen, October 2022
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The Princess of Wales, then Duchess of Cambridge, in a marigold dress at Wimbledon, July 2022
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The Princess of Wales was perfection in pastel yellow in Emilia Wickstead for the Service of Thanksgiving during the Platinum Jubilee celebrations, June 2022
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Waving goodbye to the Bahamas in retro-inspired Alessandra Rich, March 2022
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It was a favorite Alexander McQueen cut for Trooping the Colour, June 2019
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Making an entrance in vibrant D&G for Wimbledon, July 2018
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The then Duchess of Cambridge in an Erdem floral fancy on the visit to Sweden and Norway, January 2018
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Kate nodded to the German flag in Jenny Packham on a visit to Heidelberg, July 2017
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Introducing Princess Charlotte to the world in the softest buttercup shade by Jenny Packham, May 2015
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Smiling next to Prince William in Sydney, the Princess of Wales (then Duchess of Cambridge) was bright and beautiful in a Roksanda dress, April 2014
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A yellow coat dress by Emilia Wickstead was a sophisticated choice for the then pregnant Duchess of Cambridge as she joined the then Prince Charles and Duchess of Cornwall at Buckingham Palace, May 2013
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On one of her earliest royal tours, the then Duchess of Cambridge stood out from the crowd in the Solomon Islands in this Jaeger number, September 2012
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It was the palest shade of custom Emilia Wickstead yellow for the Order of the Thistle Service at St Giles’ Cathedral in Edinburgh, July 2012
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An ultra feminine Jenny Packham dress in Calgary, Canada, July 2011
Originally published in Tatler.com

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Kate Middleton has arrived at Wimbledon for her first outing of this year’s championships. The Princess of Wales is patron of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club (AELTC), a keen tennis fan and an accomplished tennis player in her own right, making the two-week tournament an unmissable date in her summer diary.
Typically stylish, Kate mastered Wimbledon dressing in an outfit reminiscent of one worn by Princess Diana to Trooping the Colour in the 1980s. Kate was the picture of preppy perfection in a mint green blazer with exaggerated contrasting white lapels and buttons by A-list approved Balmain, which she paired with a pleated white midi skirt, white Mulberry bag and white Gianvito Rossi pumps. The vintage-inspired ensemble bears a striking similarity to the green Catherine Walker blazer dress worn by Princess Diana to Trooping the Colour in 1988.
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The Princess of Wales typically attends Wimbledon on a number of days and is expected to continue the tradition this year. In 2022, she and Prince William delighted royal fans by bringing along their son Prince George. Kate has also previously attended with her sister Pippa Middleton and with her sister-in-law the Duchess of Sussex. Her Royal Highness’s parents, Carole and Michael Middleton, are also regular fixtures at SW19.
There is a bumper crop of British talent on show at SW19 this week. Katie Boulter’s fellow Tatler cover star Cameron Norrie (British men’s No. 1) took on Tomas Machac on Court One yesterday. Sir Andy Murray, who has known Kate Middleton for a number of years, is also scheduled to play his first round match.
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It comes after the Princess of Wales appeared in a heartwarming new video to celebrate Wimbledon’s Ball Boys and Girls (BBGs), showcasing her tennis skills in a rally with none other than Roger Federer. In the film, Her Royal Highness is seen visiting the All England Club with Roger Federer to meet returning and prospective BBGs and hear about their experiences in training for the role. She also took part in a doubles rally with Roger Federer on No.3 Court before joining the BBGs on court to participate in a training session.

Originally published in Tatler.com

LONDON — Kate Middleton made her first appearance at the 2023 Wimbledon Championships wearing green

Catherine, Princess of Wales, best known as Kate Middleton, attended the opening of Hope Street

Catherine, Princess of Wales, best known as Kate Middleton, arrived at the reopening of the

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Kate Middleton just attended the annual Commonwealth Service for the first time as the Princess of Wales and made sure to give a sartorial shoutout to the new king.
On March 13, Prince William and Kate Middleton attended the service at Westminster Abbey with the rest of the royal family. Though the Princess of Wales has been favoring recycled pieces from her wardrobe at recent events, she opted for a new Erdem suit from the British designer’s upcoming collection. The navy design features a midlength flared skirt and peplum blazer with sparse white floral embroidery.
Prince William and Kate Middleton attend the 2023 Commonwealth Day Service at Westminster Abbey on March 13, 2023. Samir Hussein
Kate Middleton paired the elegant suit with blue suede pointed-toe heels and a matching wide-brim hat with bow detail. For accessories, she wore one of her favorite jewelry combinations: Princess Diana’s sapphire and diamond drop earrings that perfectly complement her famous engagement ring.
But those weren’t the only item from the royal archives that made an appearance. The princess also wore the Wales Feather Brooch that Lady Di used to wear as a necklace. According to People, the brooch was previously gifted to Middleton by King Charles, making it a sentimental nod to both her mother- and father-in-law, as well as her updated title. For the look, it appears Middleton removed the emerald drop from the pin, which has also been worn by the Queen Consort.
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Though Miranda Priestly may not consider florals for spring groundbreaking, there’s something refreshing about Middleton’s recent wave of prints. Heavily favoring houndstooth coats and skirts as of late, the Princess of Wales even showed off the more affordable side of her closet when she broke out a midi skirt from Zara, which she paired with a much more expensive bespoke Alexander McQueen coat and black boots by Gianvito Rossi.
Affordability was not the name of the game on Commonwealth Day. According to British Vogue, the Erdem look will run you over $3,600 when it becomes available in fall 2023… accessories extra.
Originally published in Glamour.com.
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Catherine, Princess of Wales, best known as Kate Middleton, stepped out in Leeds as she continues the promotional tour for her new Shaping Us campaign centered around early childhood development. For the appearance on Jan. 31, the Princess of Wales went for green.

Catherine, Princess of Wales laughs during a visit to Kirkgate Market on Jan. 31 in Leeds, England.

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Middleton wore a Victoria Beckham cotton-blend dress in biscuit, a double-breasted Alexander McQueen wool coat in dark green and brown suede Gianvito Rossi boots. She accessorized the look with a leather top handle bag in green from Manu Atelier and gold hoop earrings from Shyla London.

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Gianvito Rossi has been one of Middleton’s go-to brands for footwear. She recently wore a pair of red pumps from the brand as she unveiled the new Shaping Us campaign earlier this week at the Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood at BAFTA. The campaign debuted with a Claymation film.

Catherine, Princess of Wales during a visit to Kirkgate Market on Jan. 31 in Leeds, England.

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The Princess of Wales began her visit to Leeds with a tour of Kirkgate Market, where she spoke with local vendors. According to a press release from Kensington Palace, Leeds Kirkgate Market opened in 1857 and is home to hundreds of local independent businesses.

After speaking with Kirkgate Market vendors, Middleton traveled to the University of Leeds, where she attended a lecture from their Childhood Studies degree program. The lecture discussed attachment theory and how relationships formed in early childhood set the template for future learning, behavior and health.

Catherine, Princess of Wales arrives at the University of Leeds to join students on the Childhood Studies program on Jan. 31 in Leeds, England.

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Following the lecture, Middleton spoke with the program leader and a group of final-year students to discuss her “Shaping Us” video and campaign, and how it coincides with their degree.

The Princess of Wales and her husband, Prince William of Wales, have been on an ongoing press tour since January, following the publishing of Prince Harry’s memoir “Spare.” Prince Harry’s book details his controversial relationship with the royal family, including the Waleses. Following the publishing of the book, the Waleses’ approval ratings declined.

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Kate Middleton struck a bold new tone with the crimson pantsuit she wore on January 29. While sticking to the monochromatic style she’s been known to favor—pairing the structured blazer and wide-leg trousers with pumps, a box clutch, and a silk shell in the same cherry red hue—Kate got a little daring with the plunging V of her neckline. She topped off the look with a pair of large, dangly earrings with an Art Deco edge.
As Kate was at an event to promote her own initiative, it is her right to cause all this conversation.
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The Princess of Wales, along with Prince William, attended the event at London’s BAFTA ahead of the launch of Shaping Us, Kate’s new campaign with the Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood to promote early childhood development. Now officially underway, Shaping Us even has its own dedicated Instagram, where Kate has posted her own personal video message about the initiative.
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“Our early childhood, the time from pregnancy to the age of five, fundamentally shapes the rest of our lives,” the Princess of Wales says in the clip. “But as a society, we currently spend much more of our time and energy on later life.” The Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood has launched Shaping Us, Kate explains, “to raise awareness of the life-changing impact we can have when we build a supportive, nurturing world around children and those who care for them.”
For its first act, Shaping Us released a claymation video PSA highlighting the importance of those first five years, which will air in movie theaters all over the UK. Early childhood development has been a focus of Kate Middleton’s charity work since at least 2018, when she hosted a symposium on early childhood at the Royal Society of Medicine, per the foundation’s website.
And nothing says “I’m about to change the world” quite like a bold new pantsuit.
Originally published in Glamour.com

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Kate Middleton embraced one of fashion’s trendiest colors on a volunteer outing on January 26. The Princess of Wales wore a vibrant berry pink turtleneck and matching overcoat with practical, wide-legged black trousers to help prepare donation baskets at the Windsor Foodshare along with Prince William. Kate kept the jewelry to a minimum and wore her famously lustrous hair in loose waves.
The princess is known for her timeless, classic approach to style, but monochrome is one trend Kate has not been afraid to embrace (even if this look stops short of matching pink trousers). Kate has gone monochromatic in green for St. Patrick’s Day, braved the mud in head-to-toe camel, and worn burgundy on burgundy to meet with foreign dignitaries. Copying Kate’s style formula does require a large number of coats, shoes, and bags in a variety of colors but if you have the budget, it’s basically fool proof.
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This particular iteration is a relatively casual look for Kate Middleton, appropriate for spending a few hours volunteering. William, meanwhile, was the opposite of monochromatic in his blue suit, Oxford shirt, and hunter green sweater.
According to People, Kate and Prince William helped the center sort and assemble donation packages for struggling families in the community. Windsor Foodshare manager Sarah Kember joked, “They did alright. One was better than the other, but I won’t say which.” Visiting charitable organizations is a big part of the royal gig, but Kember said she was surprised when the Waleses wanted to get their hands (figuratively) dirty. “They wanted to be involved, they wanted to be hands-on and not just come and see what we were doing. They asked, ‘Can we physically get involved and do stuff?’ I’m more than happy for more hands to help.”
I don’t know who was the better volunteer, but when it comes to style, we know who the clear winner is.
Originally published on Glamour.com
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