The Princess of Wales is undoubtedly the epitome of class regarding her wardrobe. But what's surprising is that since she first emerged on the public stage, Kate Middleton has been repeating her outfits.
While it led to the press dubbing her as "Thrifty Kate" at first, the royal's practice of shopping from her own wardrobe increasingly sends out a strong message about the importance of sustainability in fashion. And what's exciting for us secondhand stylers is that her looks are ever so easy and accessible to re-create. The classic style is timeless, meaning the number of loops it can do in the fashion circle is endless.
Here are our top pre-loved picks to help recreate a Kate-inspired outfit, accompanied by some styling notes to highlight how to make an outfit look new again.
Style Note: Pair a skirt suit with tights, boots and gloves for the winter and court shoes for the Spring; automatically refreshing the look with ease.
Style Note: Accessories are a superb ways to transform your look. Add a headband, or sunglasses and a belt, and suddenly your look goes from classic to romantic.
Style Note: A dress that embodies fresh colour is a must in a royal wardrobe. Play around with hairstyles to give the look a different feel depending on the occasion.
