The Princess of Wales wore a crisp white blouse to church in Scotland over the weekend, and a similar style from her go-to label House of Bruar costs £59.95 – more than £89 less than the £149 Holland Cooper design she chose.
The House of Bruar 'Cotton Stand Collar Frill Blouse' shares much of the same polished aesthetic, from its pristine white finish and long sleeves to the delicate ruffling around the neckline and cuffs. Subtle differences include a collar that sits slightly lower than Catherine's, 44, and softer detailing, which arguably makes this version easier to incorporate into an everyday wardrobe.
Design details and fabric
Made from naturally breathable cotton with four per cent elastane for added stretch, the tailored blouse features gently puffed sleeves, mother-of-pearl-style buttons and ruffled cuffs. It is currently available in sizes 10 to 20.
A white blouse is a hardworking piece that can be worn tucked into tailored trousers for the office, layered beneath a tweed jacket with jeans and boots as the weather cools, or paired with a power suit for evening drinks. It is particularly suited to the transitional weeks between summer and autumn.
More affordable alternatives
H&M offers a frill-trimmed cotton blouse for £27.99, which delivers the high neckline seen on Princess Catherine's style but adds a statement button at the collar. Made from crisp cotton poplin, it features frill detailing down the front, concealed buttons and long puff sleeves, and is available in sizes XS to L.
Jigsaw's design, priced at £110, offers the same crisp white finish and high-neck silhouette with a cleaner, more minimalist feel. Made from a soft, breathable cotton blend, it has a neat stand collar, slim fit, button-through front and subtly voluminous sleeves, available in sizes 6 to 16.
