20 Popular Kate Middleton Fashion Items from 2022 You Can Still Shop This Year
In honor of Kate Middleton's birth month, we're celebrating the Princess of Wales's iconic style by looking back on the fabulous fashions she wore last year.
As we prepare for what should be another twelve months of exciting royal looks, from an impending coronation gown fit for a princess, to an array of New Year public engagements ensembles, there's no doubt Kate will continue to turn heads in 2023. But as last year was extremely busy for Kate, there's no honoring the princess without spotlighting some of her most beloved looks and fashion items that royal-lovers everywhere tried to get their hands on.
The “Kate Effect” was still alive and well in 2022, kicking off after Kate wore 17 different looks during her March tour of Central America and the Caribbean with husband Prince William. During the tour, the mom of three sported everything from playful dresses and a glittering gown to cargo pants and sneakers. In the summer, the princess, who recently received the new title of Colonel of the Irish Guards from King Charles, made waves as she attended several days of Wimbledon in a series of bright sundresses accessorized with dainty handbags and cool shades. Off the grass courts, the princess did not disappoint as she wowed crowds around the world in glamorous looks for more formal events, including the London premiere of Top Gun: Maverick, where she stunned on the arm of Tom Cruise in a black and white off-the-shoulder Roland Mouret gown.
But when tragedy struck the family in September, Kate buttoned up in a selection of sophisticated all-black looks for Queen Elizabeth's funeral and the events honoring the legacy of the late monarch following her death.
To close out the year, William and Kate ventured to America with a Boston tour in December. There, Kate displayed a series of jewel-toned winter looks featuring Alexander McQueen pant suits, Mulburry handbags, a classic Burberry plaid dress, and a vintage Chanel tweed jacket, which she wore while court-side at a Celtics game.
Despite a non-stop 2022—a year that celebrated the Queen's Platinum Jubilee and mourned her death—the princess relied on a bevy of classic looks for every occasion. And while some of the royal's designer attire isn't available to the masses, Kate always does a successful job of balancing custom couture items with a variety of accessible brands. So if you're looking to get your hands on some of Kate's most popular ensemble items from last year to update your New Year closet, you're in luck!
Whether you missed out on nabbing some of Kate's spring-inspired pieces from her Caribbean tour in March, desperately searched for her favorite Superga sneakers, or tried to snag her coveted Vampire's Wife official portrait dress—we've rounded up a selection of pieces that Princess Kate donned in 2022 that you can still get your hands for the new year.
So enhance your 2023 wardrobe and shop some of Kate's best staple pieces from last year. But don’t wait too long or the "Kate Effect" will take hold on these items, too.
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Roland Mouret Contrast Off the Shoulder Cady Gown
Kate turned heads in this color block off-the-shoulder gown at the 2022 London premiere of Top Gun: Maverick, where she stunned on the arm of the film's star, Tom Cruise.
Tory Burch Painted Roses Smock Dress
One of her 17 different looks during last year's spring tour of Central America and the Caribbean included this popular Tory Burch smock dress. The garment sold out instantly after the princess stepped out in the look.
The Vampire's Wife The Falconetti Metallic Chiffon Midi Dress
The Vampire's Wife is a go-to designer of the royal who often wears the glittering material dresses from formal events to daily engagements. The princess forever captured her love of this green gown in her official joint portrait with William, released last summer.
Emmy London Rebecca Pump
Kate has been snapped in her favorite Emmy London pumps on several occasions, and in many different colors. She has even been known to carry clutch handbags by the UK-based brand to match the classic pumps.
Alessandra Rich Polka Dot Silk Maxi Dress
If there is one brand Kate loves, it's Alessandra Rich. The princess has been known to wear the designer on numerous occasions and famously turned heads in a light blue polka dot dress at Wimbledon last summer. While the royal's exact dress is currently unavailable, this silk dress option is a similar style and design to Kate's beloved tennis tournament look.
Flared Alexander McQueen Crepe Tailored Trousers
It's no secret that Kate is Day 1 fan of Alexander McQueen. Whether it's her 2011 wedding gown or the now-famous black coat dress she wore to the Queen's funeral, the princess loves a full McQueen look—including these tailored trousers she wore with a matching suit blazer last summer.
Mulberry Small Amberley Satchel in White
Kate's handbag brand of choice for 2022 was certainly Mulberry. From this spring white bag she sported on the Caribbean tour, to her wine-colored winter bag she donned in December while touring Boston, the classic brand is doubt an accessory favorite for the royal.
The Vampire's Wife The Light Sleeper Ruffled Lame Gown
Another day, another glimmering Vampire's Wife gown. Kate sparkled in this floor-length sheath for a formal reception with her husband in Belize last spring. According to Vogue, she paired the metallic look with Jimmy Choo heels and earrings by Onitaa.
Rixo Izzy Pink Midi Dress
Popular British brand Rixo sold out of this pretty pink dress shortly after Kate stepped out in the look while in the Bahamas last spring. Luckily, the dress came back in stock! At the time of the outing, the royal accessorized the zebra-print dress with her favorite Castañer wedges.
