Coat dresses
According to Megan Watkins, Head Stylist at SilkFred, the Princess of Wales’s name is often synonymous with the coat dress. This hybrid fashion item is a favourite of Kate’s, creating a sleek put-together look on even the coldest of days. Ms Watkins said: “A coat dress is an easy way to stay stylish and warm. Last year, at the Queen’s one-year remembrance at St. David’s Cathedral in Pembrokeshire, Kate wore a burgundy, belted version of the style, complete with matching fascinator and court shoes, gold detailing and a subtle v-neckline. This style is perfect to pair with a statement necklace and classic court shoes. Coat dresses are a great option for autumn weddings or more fancy occasions where you fear you may get cold and it’s easy to see why Kate wears them year after year. Opt for a coat dress in one of the season’s hottest hues, like burgundy or orange.”
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Neutral blazers
Princess Kate is known for her love for tailored blazers, sporting many through the years in every colour combination. A neutral blazer is a perfect staple for these upcoming transitional months, where the weather can change on a dime. According to the style expert, the princess covets this tailored look which serves as the ultimate workwear inspiration. Ms Watkins explained: “Perfect for layering, style your blazer with cigarette trousers and this season’s on-trend shoe – a sleek loafer. Opt for a tailored fit and a neutral colour for that ‘royal-appointment’ look. A blazer also works well as a day-to-night staple, being perfect for the workplace and date night or after-work drinks. In June, Kensington Palace revealed the first solo portrait of Kate since her diagnosis, wearing a striped beige blazer, paired with dark denim and flat-soled trainers, a simple yet chic Autumn outfit combination.”
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Sweater vests
Aside from being practical, sweater vests are firmly in the fashion canon for 2024. Comfy, versatile and semi-formal, the stylists said it’s no surprise that the future Queen has incorporated this style into her everyday wardrobe. She said: Last year, while on a solo outing to the Vsi Razom Community Hub in Bracknell, the Princess of Wales opted for a more casual look than her normal blazer and trousers attire. A sweater vest is essential for autumn layering and should be a staple in every fashionista’s wardrobe. Go for a neutral shade like white, black or grey to up your sweater vest’s versatility and wear a shirt, t-shirt or long-sleeved top underneath for that effortless, laid-back, chic look. Up your outfit with some matching trousers, as Kate has done here.”
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