Kate Middleton Shows How to Make Affordable Fashion Look Elegant

Kate Middleton blends affordable fashion with royal elegance by re-wearing a Zara dress, proving how to mix accessible pieces with luxury.

Once again, Kate Middleton has demonstrated her skill in combining high fashion with accessible clothing. During her visit to Tŷ Hafan, a children’s hospice in Wales, the Princess of Wales dazzled in a houndstooth dress from Zara that she bought four years ago. Despite being an affordable piece, Kate elevated it with a tailored ivory coat by Chris Kerry, refined accessories, and Russell & Bromley heels.

This isn’t the first time Kate has repeated this dress. She wore it in 2023 for the Aberfan tribute, pairing it then with a black coat by Catherine Walker and a diamond brooch. Her love for the houndstooth pattern reflects British tradition, a style also favoured by Princess Diana and Queen Elizabeth II.

Although Kate is known for her stunning Alexander McQueen coats, she doesn’t hesitate to incorporate pieces from affordable brands like Zara. Her secret lies in mixing these items with luxury accessories, as she did at the 2023 Rugby World Cup with a Zara blazer, a Chanel handbag, and a Cartier watch. She may live in Windsor, but she still shops like everyone else.