Kate Middleton’s knack for repeating outfits is so world-renowned, she’s already earned for herself the title “The Royal Recycler”.
We know there are those of you who tire of seeing her in the same things again and again but we here at Your Next Dress can’t help but be big fans of Kate Middleton’s nonchalant re-wearing of outfits. Not only is it realistic and makes her seem more relatable, but it also shows that the Duchess of Cambridge has actually got the talent for making old styles look fresh, new and occasion-appropriate.
Fashionistas out there know that that’s no small feat; it’s a lot easier to purchase something new than it is to rework an already worn top, skirt or dress (especially one that’s remarkably cute and people might remember you wearing before).
But because of Kate Middleton’s penny-pinching royalty appeal, we found ourselves not minding at all that she wore these 5 dresses again this 2012. Our sister site Your Next Shoes also covered Kate Middleton’s top 5 “recycled” shoes for 2012.
1. Emilia Wickstead pleated skirt dress
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge a.k.a Kate Middleton at the Reception held in Waterloo Chamber, before the Sovereign Monarchs Jubilee luncheon, held at Windsor Castle in London, England on May 18, 2012; At the Queen’s garden party at Buckingham Palace in London, England on May 29, 2012
Emilia Wickstead dress
2. Alexander McQueen coat dress
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge a.k.a Kate Middleton at the Trooping The Colour to celebrate the Queen’s Official birthday held at the Mall in London, England on June 11, 2011; At the annual Garter Ceremony at Windsor Castle in Berkshire, England on June 18, 2012
Alexander McQueen coat dress
3. Roksanda Ilincic ‘Peridot’ dress
Catherine Duchess of Cambridge a.k.a Kate Middleton arrives at LAX International Airport in Los Angeles, California on July 8, 2011; At the UK’s Creative Industries Reception supported by the Foundation Forum held at the Royal Academy of Arts in London, England on July 30, 2012
Roksanda Ilincic ‘Peridot’ dress, $1,144.00
2. Whistles ‘Bella’ dress
Kate Middleton or Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge at the The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Concert in London, England on June 4, 2012; At the London 2012 Olympic Games Closing Ceremony in London, England on August 12, 2012
Whistles ‘Bella’ dress
5. Temperley London ‘Amoret’ lace gown (Full Story)
Kate Middleton or Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge at the ‘War Horse’ UK premiere in London, England on January 8, 2012; At the University of St. Andrews’ 600th Anniversary Campaign at Temple Hall in London, England on November 8, 2012
Temperley London ‘Amoret’ lace gown, $3,995.00
Now the question on our minds is: how long will Kate Middleton be repeating outfits now that she’s pregnant and her belly will be growing? She has to purchase new maternity wear at some point. We can’t wait to see what Kate Middleton’s maternity style will be like!
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