Kate Middleton’s £35 Knitted Dress Is Perfect For Autumn

Kate Middleton [1] visited Colham Manor Children's Centre [2] in Uxbridge on Wednesday, 9 Nov., in a look that pulled together all of the must-have trends for fickle autumn weather — including a £35 Mango dress. The duchess [3], who was on location to discuss maternal mental health, topped the long-sleeved knit midi with a dark-green Hobbs trench that she tied at the waist. When she took off her jacket, she revealed the fitted Mango number, cinched with a crocodile-embossed belt from Polo Ralph Lauren.

The mock-neck silhouette called for a simple pair of Kiki McDonough citrine drop earrings, as well as her sapphire engagement ring. She finished the ensemble with pointed-toe green suede Gianvito Rossi pumps and a crocodile textured clutch. Middleton's long hair was parted to the side, and she wore pink blush and a matching lip.

With this look, the 40-year-old mum of three [4] indulged in her own take on the sweater dress [5], a trend at the forefront of our mood boards this season. With its throw-on-and-go appeal, it helps achieve a look that feels instantly tailored. And, with the addition of a classic double-breasted coat, it provides the foundation of warmth.

Though Middleton was wearing a red poppy pin on her lapel for remembrance, she knelt to give it to a little boy [6] when greeting a group of children, telling him that it was "to remember all the soldiers who died in the war."

Ahead, see Middleton's look from every angle, and shop her affordable dress, along with the rest of her essentials, for your own wardrobe.