Princess Catherine has placed heritage checks firmly back on the autumn fashion agenda. Her latest appearance featured a sharply tailored grey checked Max Mara jacket, paired with a simple white top and slim black trousers, allowing the blazer to take centre stage.
The royal's exact style is from a past season, making it difficult to find now. However, a remarkably similar Max Mara option is currently in the sale. The double-breasted checked blazer features the same structured shoulders, longline cut and heritage feel, and has been reduced from £1,075 to £484 — a saving of £591.
Designer and High-Street Alternatives
While the designer piece remains an investment buy, it is considerably less than its original price and a clever option for those who want to stay close to Princess Catherine's look. For those with a smaller budget, high-street alternatives start from just £36.
At the more affordable end, H&M's checked blazer offers a similar feel without copying the royal's look stitch for stitch. It is single-breasted with a slightly more relaxed shape, but the grey-and-black check, structured shoulders and smart lapels give it the same polished autumn feel. Available in sizes XS to XXL, it is reduced from £42.99 to £36.55.
Mid-Range and Investment Picks
For a mid-range option, the grey check blazer from former Love Island star Gemma Owen's collection with Lipsy gets closer to Princess Catherine's tailored look. It has the same double-breasted shape and defined waist, but gold-tone buttons give it a dressier finish. Available in sizes 6 to 18, it comes with matching trousers and costs £78.
At the higher end of the high street, Levi's Luna Relaxed Fit Checked Blazer in Grey offers a looser fit, single-breasted front and softer structure. The notch lapels, flap pockets and subtle grey check maintain a classic country-inspired feel, while brown buttons add a casual finish. Available in sizes XS to L, it costs £110.
