The Princess of Wales is a contemporary style icon whose fashion choices consistently make headlines. From a casual Barbour jacket to a striking red tailored suit, the 'Kate effect' ensures her selected garments frequently sell out. While luxury labels like Erdem and Stella McCartney appear in her wardrobe, they are often paired with more affordable pieces from high street brands.
Recognisable names such as Rixo, Barbour and Ghost are regulars in her wardrobe, while fashion-editor favourites like With Nothing Underneath and Boden have also made appearances. Some labels have become synonymous with the royal, including Reiss for its blazers and Veja for its Esplar trainers. Accessories from DeMellier and Strathberry are recent favourites, and she often swaps Cartier pieces for affordable styles from Missoma, Orelia and Accessorize.
British label With Nothing Underneath is beloved for its crisp shirts and capsule wardrobe heroes. The Princess has worn a white boyfriend shirt and a light brown jura cardigan from the brand. Jigsaw is another regular sighting, with Kate wearing tailored blue suits, grey coats and polka dot trousers over the years.
The Royal family has a long history with Barbour, and Kate has reworn her defence wax jacket countless times since 2012. Ralph Lauren is a go-to for blazers and striped shirts, and she recently wore sunglasses from the brand at Wimbledon. Scottish label Kiltane offers luxurious cashmere pieces, with Kate wearing a roll neck jumper in burgundy and a crew neck in cream.
Reiss is a go-to for sleek, sophisticated style; Kate wore a Nanette dress for her official engagement photo in 2010. Accessorize provides affordable jewellery, and she has been spotted wearing their pieces. These brands prove you don't need a royal budget to replicate Kate Middleton's style.
