Anyways, today I am going to do a "Dissecting Stars Style" post. You can read the other ones here and here . BUT today is one of my favorite style icons of all time. The Duchess of Cambridge, Miss. Kate Middleton. And since she just announced she is having another baby she has been all over the media- so why not do a little post about her awesome fashion sense?
Casual Kate-
Let's first dissect Kate's casual style. One of the things I adore about Kate is she doesn't over accessorize. She keeps it simple, clean and effortless. When she does accessorize, she usually goes for a simple scarf.
To achieve Kate's casual style you'll first need a pair of good jeans. Obviously, we all don't have a gazillion dollars to spend on jeans but you can still find yourself a good pair. The fit is essential, when you try on jeans pull the waist out- if there is a lot of room you need to go down a size. Also make sure around the bum area the fabric isn't pulling or sagging.
Kate often wears blazer. She isn't too trendy in the blazer department, classic silhouettes and colors are her go to. No crazy lapels or pockets for this girl!
As far as the shirts Kate wears, she never goes CRAZY with patterns. Stripes, gingham and polka dots are classic patterns she often wears. And her shirts are never super baggy, they are structured and fitted. Luckily for all of us, cute and classic button ups are easy to find without breaking the bank!
Kate's Dresses:
This is where Kate and I are kindred spirits- her dresses. Because of the position she is in she often is dressed up a little more than the average person (I know, duh right?). Again, Kate never over accessorizes. Yes, she is famous for her fabulous hats but those are only for special occasions. Whenever you see Kate in a dress she lets that be the focal put of her outfit. You will even noticed that she often wear simple SIMPLE shoes.
For Kate, most of her dresses define her waist. She is a girl after my own heart! Kate loves herself some fit-an-flare pleat dresses! They are so classic and feminine. L-o-v-e it.
Even if you don't have a Middleton body, waist defining dresses make you look real good. She often wears nude pumps which make her already long legs look longer because the line doesn't break. Kate doesn't always wear fit-and-flare but she always makes sure that waist of hers is defined.
I also want to point out Kate is not afraid of color. Yes, gray is a go-to of her's BUT some of her most well known dress looks of been solid bold colors.
The Trench-
Finally, you can not dissect Kate's style without talking about her trench coats. Trench Coats are soooo classic. Whenever I think of them I think back to the one Audrey Hepburn wears in Breakfast at Tiffany's. They've been around forever!
Even though they are such a classic piece Kate chooses coats that reflect her personal style. If you don't have a trench coat I would invest in one. There are so many great ones out there- some with leather trim, some with more of a flare, some with ruffles, some with edgier details. Pick one that is uniquely you. It'll be a piece you'll have forever and you'll channel your inner Kate Middleton.
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