10 Brands Kate Middleton Adores

With a royal budget, no design is out of reach for Kate Middleton, as she jets the world in style for her philanthropic work and royal appearances. We’re taking you through the years – and some of Kate’s best fashion moments – as we keep tabs on just which designer’s have gotten the royal treatment from our favourite Duchess.

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Kate Middleton holds a small purse in front of her while wearing a blush-pink dress

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Kate Middleton loves… Alexander McQueen

For her Adelaide visit in 2014, Kate went with label Alexander McQueen yet again, stepping out in her signature pastel-pink, outfitted in a feminine knee-length day dress with a peplum detail.

Kate Middleton disembarks in Canada on the 2011 Royal Tour in Canada wearing a lace dress by Canadian-born designer Erdem

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Kate Middleton loves… Erdem

Showing her love for the Canadian-born designer while on her 2011 Canadian Royal Tour with Prince William, Kate wore a lace midi-length dress with ¾ length sleeves and a wide neckline.

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Kate Middleton smiles and holds up the full skirt on her floor-length floral gown

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Kate Middleton loves… Erdem

All smiles, Kate holds up the full skirt of her stunning Erdem gown. We love the fun print for this formal gown, and the sheen in the fabric just adds to the playful vibes it gives off, which compliments Kate’s choice in keeping her hair down for the occasion.

Kate Middleton stands speaking to former first-lady Michelle Obama at the White House, as Prince William and former president Barack Obama stand in conversation closeby

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Kate Middleton loves… Reiss

Just a few short weeks after taking the spotlight at the wedding of the century, Kate was all smiles at the White House while meeting Barack and Michelle Obama for the first time during their reign as first-family. For the occasion, Kate wore a stylish yet simple frock by designer Reiss, whom she also looked to for one of the dresses used in her series of public engagement photos.

Kate Middleton stands next to husband Prince William while wearing a blush-coloured formal gown

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Kate Middleton loves… Jenny Packham

For a 2011 gala in London, Kate continued on in her love of British designers, wearing an ultra-feminine Jenny Packham gown beside her hubby Will.

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Kate Middleton wears pink overcoat and dress while holding a small cutch in front of her at an event

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Kate Middleton loves… Tara Jarmon

Kate knows how to work that pregnancy glow, and her style never suffers during that special time. Here she dons a Tara Jarmon pink overcoat to complete her monochromatic ensemble.

Kate Middleton wears a floral-print chiffon dress by designer Kate Spade

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Kate Middleton loves… Kate Spade

Kate looks pretty in pink, rocking this rose chiffon dress by designer Kate Spade.

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Kate Middleton loves… Emilia Wickstead

Kate Middleton steps out in a vibrant and pretty blue dress by designer Emilia Wickstead. The structured top has conservative feels but is broken up by the playful pleated skirt.

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Kate Middleton and Prince William leave the Bhutan Hotel together, with Kate wearing a maxi gown by Tory Burch

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Kate Middleton loves… Tory Burch

Leaving the Bhutan Hotel with Prince William, Kate dons a stunning maxi gown by yet another British design house, Tory Burch. We love the surprising medley of colours and textures on Kate, who usually opts for monochromatic styles in place of funky prints.

Kate Middleton smiles and looks to her husband William, as she holds a black clutch and dons a plum-coloured outfit by Oscar de la Renta

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Kate Middleton loves… Oscar de la Renta

In February of this past year, Kate Middleton stayed warm – and chic – in a plum ensemble by Oscar de la Renta. The rich tones pop against Kate’s skin and the peplum detail keep her petite silhouette from disappearing under the thicker fabrics.

Kate Middleton poses with Prince William for their engagement photo in a navy blue dress by designer Issa

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Kate Middleton loves… Issa

It’s hard to imagine any dress garnering more attention than her wedding gown, but this navy blue Issa dress comes a close second in the royal couples’ most popular engagement announcement photo.

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