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The Duchess of Cambridge's Fashion Secret? Her Perfectly Tailored Coat Collection

07/01/2022 - 03:35 PM

Nine times out of 10, you'll see Kate Middleton [1] wearing a perfectly tailored coat. The Duchess of Cambridge has pretty much become known for having an impressive and enviable coat collection, which makes sense as she's constantly attending outdoor events all year long.

In 2021, Catherine continued to show us her impressive collection of sleek Catherine Walker coats. Particularly a dark navy long coat that she wore on two occasions — in May and in Nov. Otherwise, Kate added two new names to her winter engagement wardrobe, including a smart double breasted blue tartan coat by Holland Cooper that she wore during a visit to Scotland with Prince William. Another new addition, which we are most excited about, is a playful azalea pink Max & Co. coat that Catherine wore during a visit to School 21 in Stratford following the reopening of the school and the easing of lockdown restrictions.

In 2020, Kate has reworn [2] many of her favourite coats for her royal appearances. And whilst a majority of the coats are ones we've seen her in over the past couple of years — mostly long, streamlined, and double-breasted from brands like Alexander McQueen, Catherine Walker, and Massimo Dutti — this year she also managed to break out a coat that she's owned since before she was a duchess, inspiring us to go back through our wardrobe and see what we can find.

Keep reading to take a look at her best coat moments from over the years.

Additional reporting by Kara Kia

Catherine Walker Navy Blue Long Length Coat

Catherine has curated an impressive collection of long length coats. For a visit to the Imperial War Museum in Nov. 2021, she re-wore this sleek, navy blue long coat by Catherine Walker with an Alexander McQueen military blouse and Gianvito Rossi 85 pumps. Catherine previously wore the same navy blue Catherine Walker coat in May 2021 for an engagement in Wolverhampton during mental health awareness week.

Catherine Walker Navy Blue Long Length Coat

Holland Cooper Blue Tartan Double-Breasted Coat

For day 6 of her visit to Scotland with Prince William, Catherine wore a blue tartan Holland Cooper coat, with a skirt from Joseph, Manolo Blahnik heels, and earrings borrowed from The Queen. Kate wore the tartan coat on her way to host a drive-in cinema screening of Disney Cruella for Scottish NHS workers at The Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh.

Max & Co. Pink Runaway Classic Coat

Catherine visited School 21 in Stratford in May 2021 to congratulate teachers and support students following the reopening of the school after lockdown restrictions had eased. For the occasion, Kate wore a playful pink coat by Max & Co. with Jigsaw high-waisted sports luxe trousers in navy blue, Orelia London chain huggie hoop earrings, and Boden hambleden scallop jumper In azalea pink.

Alexander McQueen Double-Breasted Crimson Maxi Coat

Long, sleek, and double breasted seems to be Catherine's jacket of choice these days. For the second day of her and Prince William's Royal Train Tour in Dec. 2020, she broke out this vibrant coat from Alexander McQueen, accessorising with a red tartan scarf and skirt whilst visiting Cardiff Castle.

Alexander McQueen Double-Breasted Crimson Maxi Coat

Alexander McQueen Double-Breasted Crimson Maxi Coat

We first spotted the Duchess in this bold number — by one of her favourite designers — during a visit to St. Bartholomew's Hospital in London in Oct. 2020.

Catherine Walker Blue Coat

In Edinburgh, which was the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's first stop on the Royal Train Tour in Dec. 2020, Kate rewears her blue Catherine Walker coat with high neck and asymmetric closure. The Duchess accessorised the coat with black gloves, black suede boots, and a blue floral face mask from Amaia London [3].

Catherine Walker Blue Coat

We first spotted Kate in the coat back in Feb. 2018 on the couple's tour to Norway.

Alexander McQueen Military Green Coat

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge gives us a fresh take on military chic while visiting City Hall in Bradford's Centenary Square in January 2020. Pictured is one of the Duchess's favourite pieces, a long army green coat from Alexander McQueen [4].

Alexander McQueen Military Green Coat

Alexander McQueen Military Green Coat

To kick off the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's three-day national royal tour aboard the Royal Train [5] in Dec. 2020, Kate rewears her favourite Alexander McQueen coat, accessorising it with a tartan scarf for a subtle bit of festive flair.

Massimo Dutti Checked Coat

During a visit to University of Derby amidst the pandemic, ahead of World Mental Health Day in Oct. 2020, the Duchess chose a coat with a more casual silhouette from Massimo Dutti, layering it over a cashmere jumper from the same brand.

Massimo Dutti Checked Coat

Dubarry Belted Jacket

Even when she's at her most casual — like she is here on a visit to the Teagasc Research Farm in Carlow, Ireland — the Duchess's coats and jackets are still incredibly stylish and flattering. Case in point: this cropped and belted number from the classic Irish brand Dubarry.

Dubarry Belted Jacket

Catherine Walker Coat With Red Velvet Accents

The Duchess wears the same red Catherine Walker [6] coat to the 2020 Commonwealth Day service that she wore to the Christmas Day Church service at Sandringham back in 2018.

Catherine Walker Coat With Red Velvet Accents

Here, she wears the Catherine Walker red coat dress to the Sandringham Christmas Church service in Dec. 2018.

Catherine Walker Coat With Green Velvet Accents

Kate knows that when you love a look, get it in multiple colours. The Duchess wore a forest green version of her red Catherine Walker coat whilst attending an event at Westminster Abbey in Nov. 2018.

Reiss Coat with Black Accents

Kate has owned this Reiss coat, which see wore in March 2020 during her and Prince William's visit to Ireland, since before she was a duchess. We first spotted her wearing the wool/cashmere white coat with contrasting black buttons to William's RAF graduation ceremony in 2008.

Catherine Walker Forest Green Coat

Kate's love for a smart Catherine Walker coat in undeniable. During her tour of Ireland [7], the Duchess wears a double-breasted, forest-green coat over a green silk peplum dress by Alessandra Rich.

Catherine Walker Forest Green Coat

Catherine Walker Forest Green Coat

During the Cambridge's mini national tour aboard the Royal Train in Dec. 2020, Kate re-wore the Catherine Walker coat, adding a faux fur lapel collar from Troy London [8] to give the overall look a festive, wintery feel.

Hobbs London Bianca Coat

On a trip to Wales in Feb. 2020, Catherine chose a navy blue military-inspired coat from Hobbs London, which featured burnished buttons, oversize pockets, and shoulder epaulettes. Since the weather was particularly blustery, the duchess wore a scarf from Beulah London, which she neatly tucked into the coat.

Hobbs Navy Blue Maxi-Length Coat

Teal Double-Breasted Coat

Teal is an unexpected colour choice for the Duchess (as seen here at a visit to a London nursery school in Jan. 2020), but she made it work with her style by choosing a coat with a classic, streamlined silhouette and layering it over simple pieces like a white jumper from Sézane and black trousers.

Classic Camel Coat From Massimo Dutti

The Duchess wears a sleek Massimo Dutti camel overcoat [9] to visit Ely and Caerau Children's Centre in Cardiff, Wales in January 2020.

A Decadent Coat at Christmas Time

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge chose this decadent grey, fur trimmed coat for the Sandringham Christmas Church [10] service in 2019.

A Bit of Potter Inspiration

Catherine's gorgeous powder blue coat reminds us of the character Fleur Delacour from Harry Potter [11]. Pictured here, the Duchess attends an event at the Braid Arts Centre in February, 2019.

Kjus Red and White Puffer

While hitting the Holmenkollen ski jump in Norway, Catherine shows off the practical side of her travel wardrobe by wearing a red and white Kjus down jacket [12] in February, 2018.

Green Dolce & Gabbana Military-Style Coat

While stepping out in Sunderland, England, to open an arts and music centre, the Duchess of Cambridge wears a custom, military-inspired Dolce & Gabbana coat [13]. She accessorised with a matching clutch, black gloves, tights, and a pair of suede Tod's pumps.

Goat Royal Blue Coat

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge wears a royal blue coat by the British label Goat [14] with a pair of G. Collins & Sons diamond earrings and Stuart Weitzman pumps while attending an event in February, 2018

Goat Cream-Coloured Coat

While accompanying Prince William to a SportsAid event in March 2018, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge leaves her cream Goat coat [15] open to reveal a floral Hobbs top and black skinny jeans.

Jenny Packam Light Green Coat With Bow

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge steps out on behalf of The Royal Foundation to attend a symposium at the Royal Society of Medicine in London wearing a bespoke green coat by Jenny Packham [16] with bow detailing and a matching green dress in March, 2018.

Catherine Walker Dark Green Coat

During the annual Irish Guards St. Patrick's Day Parade at Cavalry Barracks in March 2018, Catherine got festive in a vibrant green coat by Catherine Walker [17] with a faux fur collar and cuffs from Troy London. She accessorised with a pair of Kiki McDonough earrings, a Gina Foster hat, Cornelia James gloves, and Tod's heels.

Jojo Maman Bébé White Coat

While attending an event with Family Links in March 2018, Catherine wears a Jojo Maman Bébé cream coat [18]. She accessorised with a burgundy clutch, matching pumps, and Annoushka pearl earrings.

Bespoke Jenny Packham Blue Coat with White Piping

During a visit at the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists in Feb. 2018, the Duchess of Cambridge wears a bespoke Jenny Packham coat [19] over a matching dress, which she accessorised with a clutch, Jimmy Choo pumps, and sapphire jewels.

Dolce & Gabbana Claret-Coloured Coat

On the final day of the royal tour of Sweden and Norway in February, the Duchess of Cambridge wears a chic military-inspired burgundy Dolce & Gabbana coat [20] with Tod's shoes, black tights and gloves, and a Mulberry clutch.

Catherine Walker Red and White Houndstooth Coat

Kate wears her red and white houndstooth Catherine Walker coat [21] during her royal tour of Sweden and Norway in January, 2018.


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