Kate Middleton is one of the most famous—and well-dressed—women in the world. Every time she steps out of the house, er, palace, her designer outfits are quickly identified and coveted across the globe. While she does indeed love a pair of trousers, the Duchess of Cambridge is well known for her dresses—both formal and casual. We love a royal who can do both!
Check out 20 of her most stylish dresses and get inspired by her looks to do a little shopping for yourself—no royal title required.
Where It Started
Kate Middleton was already on the world’s fashion radar before she and Prince William announced their engagement in 2010—but the interest in her blue Issa wrap dress proved that she was going to drive fashion sales for years to come.
Kate Middleton and Prince William at their engagement photo call in October 2010. Chris Jackson/Getty Images
L'Academie The Joyce Minidress
City Chic Opulent Long-Sleeve Midi Dress
Prim, But Make It Prints
As the Duchess of Cambridge and future Queen Consort, Middleton can’t exactly walk around in trendy minidresses and crop tops—at least not if she doesn’t want to ruffle a LOT of feathers. But she finds ways to follow the “rules” and still have some fun. And that mask is fantastic too.
Kate Middleton and Prince William in London in September 2020. Getty Images
Reusable Cotton Face Mask
Calla Rose Red Floral Shirtdress
Black Velvet Nights
While most of us won’t ever attend an event that requires a priceless tiara, we might have occasion to take some cues from the Duchess’s choice of fabric.