Kate Middleton's Most Affordable Outfits
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Ever since we caught our first glimpse of Kate Middleton (before she was even officially a royal!), we knew she was going to be one to watch when it came to fashion. Her keen eye for finding elegant and appropriate looks that aren't at all stuffy reigns supreme, and we love how she always infuses a breath of fresh air and youthfulness into everything she wears, no matter the occasion. She's a lover of floral dresses, color, classic pumps, and — yes — blue jeans on her off-duty days. And while Kate certainly has quite the collection of looks from the likes of Emilia Wickstead, Alexander McQueen, and more, she's also a fan of the affordable fashion brands. And for that, we love her even more.
From Zara to H&M to Jigsaw and more, Kate has a wardrobe chock-full of the brands we, too, shop on the regular. Ahead, find our favorite affordable looks from the duchess from this past year — 2019 was surely a fashionable one.
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Dec. 27, 2019
Kate finished off the year visiting the Kingston Hospitals Maternity Unit, wearing a long-sleeved shirtdress from Michael Michael Kors ($129).
Shop similar here: Michael Michael Kors Belted Leopard-Print Crepe Midi Dress ($175)
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Oct. 18, 2019
With her traditional Pakistani tunic and trousers, Kate slipped into her often go-to J.Crew nude suede heels ($218) for a game of cricket.
Shop here: J.Crew Lucie Suede Pumps ($218)
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Oct. 18, 2019
Also in Pakistan, Kate changed into another black-and-white look, this time trading her heels for a pair of flats from Russell & Bromley ($250).
Shop here: Russel & Bromley Xpresso Crossover Flat ($250)
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Oct. 9, 2019
In October 2019, Kate visited the Angela Marmont Center for UK Biodiversity wearing a Warehouse turtleneck sweater ($69) and wide-leg army-green pants from Jigsaw ($171).
Shop here: Warehouse Pointelle Yoke High Neck ($62) and Jigsaw Sport Luxe Wide Leg Crop Trousers ($128)
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Oct. 2, 2019
At the Aga Khan Centre in Pakistan in October, Kate chose a pair of earrings from Pakistani retailer Zeen ($10) that cost little more than a cup of coffee.
Shop here: Zeen Dazzling Ceramic Drops ($10)
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Sept. 19, 2019
Kate went all black with a twist to visit Sunshine House in September, wearing a silk Equipment shirt ($280) and Zara trousers ($50).
Shop here: Equipment Slim Signature Blouse ($280) and Zara High-Waisted Pants ($50)
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Sept. 5, 2019
To drop off Princess Charlotte for her first day of school in September, Kate chose a printed pink shirtdress from Michael Michael Kors ($175).
Shop similar here: Michael Michael Kors Floral Chiffon Shirtdress ($47, originally $195)
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Aug. 8, 2019
Kate leaned into the nautical theme at the King's Cup in August, styling her previously worn L.K. Bennett sailor pants ($195) with a striped Sandro top ($190) and classic Superga sneakers ($65).
Shop similar here: Joie Neily Sweater ($248), L.K. Bennett Parker Navy Wide-Leg Trousers ($250), and Superga 2750 Cotu Classic Sneakers ($65)
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July 14, 2019
At this year's Wimbledon tournament, Kate styled her pale blue dress with nude ankle-strap heels from Aldo ($80).
Shop here: Aldo Nicholes ($80)
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July 1, 2019
For a Summer visit to Hampton Court Palace, Kate slipped into a perfectly seasonal printed Sandro midi dress ($284).
Shop similar here: Sandro Knot-Detail Midi Dress ($370)
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May 19, 2019
For a preview of the Chelsea Flower Show, Kate fit the occasion perfectly, spending the day with family while dressed in a long-sleeved floral midi dress from & Other Stories ($129).
Shop here: & Other Stories Printed Ruffle Bib Midi Dress ($129)
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May 7, 2019
At the King's Cup Announcement in May, Kate chose a striped top that she styled with sailor-style L.K. Bennett pants ($195), quite appropriately.
Shop similar here: L.K. Bennett Parker Navy Wide-Leg Trousers ($250)
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March 12, 2019
Kate made quite the power statement in May, visiting the Children's Centre while wearing a bright purple blouse and wide-leg trousers from Jigsaw ($171).
Shop similar here: Jigsaw Sport Luxe Jersey Wide Leg Trouser ($119)
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Feb. 10, 2019
Prepping for the Chelsea Flower Show last Winter, Kate got cozy in a turtleneck sweater from J.Crew ($90).
Shop here: J.Crew Mockneck Sweater in Supersoft Yarn ($90)
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