Kate Middleton has maintained a status as a British fashion icon for years. By choosing the right clothes, the Duchess of Cambridge makes diplomatic statements, expresses solidarity, shows respect and, in recent years, has also promoted sustainable consumption.
We, from incredible.club, we discovered seven tricks used by Kate that allow her to look great while simultaneously saving money on her clothes and accessories. And at the end, a bonus on how the Duchess educates her children about sustainable consumption. Check out!
Wear the same outfit multiple times
Royal women must have an endless amount of wonderful dresses, coats and hats for every occasion. And, generally speaking, clothes are not repeated: each public appearance, a costume.
Kate Middleton completely ignores this tradition and appears at official events in clothes she has already worn. The curious thing is that Prince William’s wife repeats some looks even ten years later.
change old clothes
At the BAFTA Awards ceremony, 2017.
When Kate Middleton, for some reason, cannot or does not want to wear an outfit again, she changes it a little and gives the look a new look. That’s exactly what she did in 2019 when she appeared at the Portrait Gala in London in an Alexander McQueen gown that she previously wore in 2017. The Duchess altered the top of the dress, replacing the dropped straps with a classic sleeve.
Wear clothes borrowed from mother
In 2012, speaking to British subjects for the first time as a member of the royal family, the Duchess took the stage in a blue blazer dress. Kate borrowed the outfit from her mother, Carole Middleton, who had already worn it to the Annual Horse Race in 2010.
And there is no doubt that mother and daughter wore the same dress, as the British brand Reiss did not repeat the collection.
Combine designer and department store items
Looking at Kate Middleton’s public appearances, you might think her wardrobe is worth a fortune. But not quite. The Duchess of Cambridge usually buys clothes from more popular brands, and knows how to match, for example, a $100 Zara dress with a $20,000 Alexander McQueen coat.
She also loves clothes from ASOS, Banana Republic, Topshop, Marks & Spencer and supports affordable British brands.
Keep an eye on promotions
Coat from the M Missoni outlet store in Bicester Village.
When visiting a British outlet, don’t be surprised if you bump into Kate Middleton there. Despite the fact that she is entitled to the Sovereign Grant, which fully meets the needs of the royal family, the Duchess does not mind going after a good discount on items on sale.
Kate’s wardrobe mainly consists of classic clothes that never go out of style. Therefore, in places like Bicester Village, which is located in the city of Oxfordshire, she can buy blouses, coats and basic dresses for everyday life.
Match jewelry with jewelry
Kate Middleton wearing $7 earrings from Accessorize.
We’ve already seen Kate wearing majestic tiaras studded with gemstones that she borrowed from Queen Elizabeth II. However, the Duchess is also proud of her collection of cheap costume jewelry.
She wears accessories from Accessorize, H&M and Zara. She also buys affordable jewelry from British brands Spells of Love and All the Falling Stars.
Supports sustainable brands
Kate Middleton wearing a jacket made from recycled plastic bottles.
In recent years, Kate has also become a supporter of the sustainable fashion model. The wife of the heir to the British throne has in her wardrobe pieces made from recycled materials and ecologically correct brands, with the guarantee that their production is not harmful to workers.
Bonus: Kate and William’s children wear used clothes from other members of the court
Princess Anne with her nephew Prince Harry.
Kate Middleton with her youngest son, Prince Louis, on her lap.
Kate Middleton is doing everything she can to teach her children George, Charlotte and Louis healthy habits and help them learn the right values for life. Not only do the children wear each other’s clothes, they’ve also appeared wearing those of other members of the court, such as their father (Prince William) and uncle (Prince Harry).
Interestingly, all of Kate and William’s children were presented to British subjects, in front of the maternity ward, with the same white blanket.
Do you like Kate Middleton’s style? Or do you think a member of the royal family could afford not to skimp on clothes? Tell us in the comments section!
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