The Power Woman Outfit Kate Middleton's Kept Around Since 2012

Updated on Feb 23, 2017 at 10:20 PM

We all have that one outfit we can't seem to toss away. For Kate Middleton, that would be her burgundy Paule Ka skirt suit (among a few other treasures). The Duchess of Cambridge first wore the outfit in 2012 but styled it a little differently when she visited the Action For Children center. Kate layered a black turtleneck underneath her blazer and accessorized with gloves. A pair of Stuart Weitzman boots completed the look, lending a more casual feel than heels.

The duchess seems to have an affinity for keeping around power woman suit sets like this one, and we totally get that. You never know when you'll need to pull one out again. The next time you think about throwing away such a sophisticated look, pull a Kate and keep it stocked in the back of your wardrobe, at least for a few more years.

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If You're Thinking Kate Middleton's Suit Looks Familiar . . .

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It's Because She First Wore It in 2012

When she met the recipients of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge Scholarship in Middle Temple.

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This Time Around, the Duchess of Cambridge Styled Her Skirt Suit With a Black Turtleneck, Gloves, and Boots

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The Power Woman Outfit Kate Middleton's Kept Around Since 2012

If You're Thinking Kate Middleton's Suit Looks Familiar . . .

It's Because She First Wore It in 2012

This Time Around, the Duchess of Cambridge Styled Her Skirt Suit With a Black Turtleneck, Gloves, and Boots

It Was a Nice Little Change-Up From 5 Years Ago

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