Kate’s most expensive fashion year yet! Princess of Wales wore a record £176,664 worth of new clothes in 2022
- Kate Middleton, 40, saw her wardrobe total soar in 2022 after frugal few years
- Duchess of Cambridge wore £176,664 worth of new clothing and jewels in 2022
- Mother-of-three, who is known for her love of high street, also recycled regularly
- Read more: Princess of Wales debuts £100 ‘Christmas present from William’
The Princess of Wales saw the value of her wardrobe soar during 2022 as she returned to regular royal engagements and foreign tours following the end of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Kate Middleton wore £176,664 worth of new clothing over the last 12 months, including a host of ball gowns and glittering jewels for royal engagements.
It marks the royal’s most expensive year to date, with a host of new outfits on show – beating 2017 when she wore £119,000 of new outfits.
The future Queen has also continued to rewear and recycle some of her older favourite pieces, as well as donning pieces from high street stores like Zara, Hobbs and Mango.
The Princess of Wales saw her wardrobe total soar during 2022 as she returned to regular royal engagements and foreign tours following the end of the Covid-19 pandemic
Meanwhile she also dipped into the rental market for the first time, opting to wear a piece from service Hurr to the Earthshot Prize in December.
Her most expensive outfit came when she attended the premiere for Top Gun, where she was dressed in a £2,000 elegant black dress with jewels worth over £10,000.
The King is understood to cover the costs of Kate’s wardrobes for ‘work-related’ engagements through his official household budget, but it is not clear whether the Princess always pays full price for outfits or receives discounts.
In 2021, the royal had slashed her new wardrobe total, wearing £48,845 worth of new clothing.
Meanwhile she also dipped into the rental market for the first time, opting to wear a piece from service Hurr to the Earthshot Prize in December
The King is understood to cover the costs of Kate’s wardrobes for ‘work-related’ engagements through his official household budget, but it is not clear whether the Princess always pays full price for outfits or receives discounts (left, hosting an Early Years roundtable, and right, at Ascot)
The total is also up from her totals in 2020, when she wore £93,914 of new clothing, and 2019, when she wore £103,075 worth of clothing.
Below FEMAIL reveals the new purchases Kate has been sporting on official engagements, only taking into account the value of items that haven’t been seen before in public.
Where outfits have been custom-made for the Duchess of Cambridge, the price has been estimated.
Kate Middleton’s 2022 wardrobe
January 19: Visiting the Foundling Museum in London
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge started the year visiting London’s Foundling Museum
- Unidentified coat – worn before
- Hobbs London ‘Lara’ Merino Wool Roll Neck Sweater in Navy – £150
- Jigsaw High Waisted Sport Luxe Trousers – worn before
- Emmy London ‘Josie’ Navy Block Heel Pumps – worn before
- Accessorize Mini Hammered Door Knocker Hoop Earrings – £2.10
- Amaia Reusable Cotton Face Mask in Blue Eloise – worn before
January 20: Lancashire Engagements
William and Kate visited Clitheroe Community Hospital to hear about their experiences during the Covid-19 pandemic
- Massimo Dutti Cashmere Wool Camel Coat – worn before
- Iris & Ink Éloise ribbed merino wool-blend turtleneck sweater – £145
- Iris & Ink Ernestine ribbed merino wool-blend midi skirt – £160
- Saint Laurent Jane 95 suede knee-high boots – £1,325
- Missoma Mini Pyramid Charm Hoop Earrings – worn before
January 26: At a Shout engagement
The Duchess was in a new dress for an engagement at Shout, the mental health text messaging service
- Derek Lam 10 Crosby dress – £426
- ba&sh Betty Buckle design belt – £110
- Ralph Lauren boots – worn before
- ASOS earrings – worn before
February 2: At a rugby training session
The Duchess of Cambridge attended an England rugby training session after being named the royal patron of the England Rugby Union
- England Rugby kit women’s half zip – £50
- Nike ‘Swift’ running pants in black – worn before
- Sweaty Betty athlete hooded long sleeve top – £60
February 3: Engagement with Prince Charles & the Duchess of Cornwall at Trinity Buoy Wharf
Kate joined Charles and Camilla at Trinity Buoy Wharf. The trio visited The Prince’s Foundation training site at the center and met students
- Catherine Walker dress – worn before
- Sapphire & Diamond Oval Drop Earrings – worn before
- Mulberry Amberley crossbody bag – £695
- Gianvito Rossi Piper 85 pumps – worn before
February 7: Children’s Mental Health Week Video
The Duchess appeared on CBeebies Bedtime Story to mark Children’s Mental Health Week
- Holland Cooper Fairisle knit jumper – £179
- Missoma Rhodochrosite Gold Mini Pyramid Charm Hoops – worn before
- & Other Stories Favourite Cut Jeans in Light Blue – worn before
February 8: Visited PACT (Parents and Communities Together) in Southwark
Kate visited PACT (Parents and Communities Together), a community-led social support project in Southwark, London
- Catherine Walker blazer – Estimated £3,000
- LK Bennett black crepe cigarette trousers – worn before
- Gianvito Rossi Piper 85 pumps – worn before
- Amaia cotton face mask – £15
- Kiki McDonough Yellow Gold & Diamond Hoops – worn before
- Astley Clarke Lapis Lazuli Pendant – worn before
February 22: Visiting Denmark
Kate’s visit to Denmark, her second official visit there as a royal and her first overseas tour since 2019, was focused on children and specifically young children ages 5 and under
- Zara textured double breasted blazer – worn before
- ME+EM frill collar cardigan layering top – £75
- Roland Mouret trousers – worn before
- Aspinal Midi Mayfair bag – worn before
- Gianvito Rossi Piper 85 pumps – worn before
- Maria Black earrings – £153.70
- Monica Vinader pearl necklace – £125
February 23: Visiting Forest Kindergarten in Denmark
The Duchess was busy on the second day of her visit to Denmark. She started the day with a visit to Stenurten Forest Kindergarten
- Seeland jacket – worn before
- Mark Kenly jumper – £320
- Blundstone Chelsea boots – £128
- Liv Thurwell earrings – worn before
February 23: Meeting Queen Margrethe II
For her second day in Denmark Kate had many official meetings starting with meeting Queen Margrethe II
- Catherine Walker marine coat – worn before
- Mulberry Amberley crossbody bag – worn before
- Maria Black ‘Cha Cha’ Earrings – worn before
- Monica Vinader Vintage Chain Pearl Necklace – worn before
February 26: Watching England vs. Wales at the Six Nations rugby match
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince George had a family day watching England vs. Wales at the Six Nations rugby match
- Holland Cooper knightsbridge coat – £449
- Tusting mini Holly bag – worn before
- Accessorize earrings – worn before
- Gianvito Rossi ‘Piper’ 85 Black Suede Pumps – worn before
- England Rugby Fan Scarf – £15
- LK Bennett ‘Frieda’ Crepe Cigarette Trousers in black – worn before
March 1: Celebrating St David’s day in Wales
The Duke and Duchess began their visit to Wales at Pant Farm before meeting the locals
- Seeland jacket – worn before
- N.Peal polo neck cashmere sweater in dark olive green – £249
- Frame jeans – £175
- Hugo Boss scarf – worn before
- Spells of Love earrings – £60
Second look
The Princess of Wales was joined by her husband on a visit to the Blaenavon Heritage Centre in Blaenavon during a visit Abergavenny and Blaenavon
- Sportmax coat – worn before
- Aquatalia boots – worn before
March 9: Visiting the Ukrainian Cultural Centre in London
Kate visited a Ukrainian cultural centre in Holland Park and was shown around by Ukraine’s ambassador to the UK, Vadym Prystaiko and his wife, Inna Prystaiko
- Alexander McQueen Cashmere Sweater in Lake Blue – £600
- Jigsaw trousers – worn before
- Spells of Love earrings – worn before
- Emmy London ‘Josie’ Block Heel Pumps in navy suede – worn before
March 14: Commonwealth service
The Duchess attending the Commonwealth Day at Westminster Abbey. The service celebrates Commonwealth Day and the 54 nations and 2.5 billion people who make up the Commonwealth
- Catherine Walker crepe coat – Estimated £3,000
- Diamond sapphire pendant – worn before
- Sean Barrett hat – bespoke
- Jimmy Choo clutch – worn before
- Rupert Sanderson heels – worn before
March 17: St Patrick’s Day in London with the Irish guards
Since 1901, women in the royal family have taken part in a St. Patrick’s Day tradition: handing out shamrocks to Hounslow-based Irish Guards
- Laura Green London Emilia coat – £3,200
- Lock & Company Mayfair pillarbox hat – £445
- Emmy London Rebecca pumps – worn before
March 19: Starting the Caribbean tour
Kate and Will arrived in Belize after a nearly 11-hour flight from England to start their Caribbean tour
- Jenny Packham dress – Estimated £4,000
- Emmy London Rebecca heels – £415
- Anya Hindmarch clutch bag
March 20: Day two of Caribbean tour
The Duke and Duchess started their day with a visit to the Che’il Mayan Cacao Farm, a family-run farm and shop
- Tory Burch dress – £455
- Sezane jewellery – £55
- Stuart Weitzman espadrilles – £340
- Anya Hindmarch Woven Fan Clutch – worn before
- Ray-Ban ‘Chris’ Sunglasses in Tortoise – worn before
March 21: Visiting Ancient Maya Ruins
The couple visited 3,000 year-old Caracol, a sprawling ancient archaeological site, located in the foothills of the Maya Mountains, close to the border with Guatemala, during the third day of their Caribbean tour
- G-Star Raw cargo pants – £95
- John Lewis t-shirt – £30
- Superga trainers – worn before
- Palladium boots – £80
- Ray Bans – £165
- Scotch & Soda belted safari coat – £153.95
- Spells of Love Medium Twist Hoop Earrings in Gold – worn before
- Brora Woven Leather Belt in Chocolate Brown – worn before
March 21: Belize reception
On the final day of their visit to Belize, the Duke and Duchess attended an event at Cahal Pech, at the base of the country’s Mayan ruins
- Vampires Wife dress – £1,650
- Jimmy Choo sandals – worn before
- O’Nitaa earrings – worn before
March 22: Leaving Belize
The Duke and Duchess at Philip S. W Goldson International Airport departing Belize for Jamaica
- Yves St. Laurent jacket – worn before
- Alexander McQueen trousers – £590
- Aquazzura Cece 105 Pumps – £605
- Mulberry crossbody bag – worn before
- Anthropologie earrings – £47
- Maya Torque Aquamarine & Gold Bangle by Halcyon Days – worn before
March 22: Arriving in Jamaica
The Princess of Wales wore yellow while arriving at Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston, Jamaica
- Roksanda dress – £1,095
- Ferragamo clutch – £268
- Sezane earrings – £85
March 22: Playing football at Trench Town
On the same day the couple changed clothes and headed to Trench Town, where Prince William was slated to play a little football
- Willow Hilson Vintage dress – £369
- Russell Bromley shoes – £195
- Maria Black earrings – worn before
- Lashawndla Bailey-Miller bracelet – £53
March 23: Royal tour of Jamaica
The Duke and Duchess had multiple engagements on their second day in Jamaica beginning with a visit with Prime Minister Andrew Holness and his wife, Juliet
- Alexander McQueen blazer – £1,370
- Alexander McQueen Grain de poudre wool slim-leg pants in White – £575
- Ridley London top – £249
- Maria Black ‘Cha Cha’ Earrings – worn before
- Jimmy Choo pumps – worn before
- Willow Hinson vintage bag – £229
- Amaia Reusable Cotton Face Mask in Annabella liberty print – £15
March 23: Attending a formal dinner hosted by Jamaica’s Governor General, Sir Patrick Allen
The Duchess of Cambridge stepped out in an emerald gown custom-made by British fashion designer Jenny Packham for a glittering state dinner to finish off the fifth-day of her Caribbean tour with Prince William
- Jenny Packham gown – £4,084.82
- Manolo Blahnik pumps – worn before
- Jewellery – the Queen’s
March 24: Attending military passing-out parade in Kingston, Jamaica
On the Duke and Duchess’s last day in Jamaica, they saw the inaugural Commissioning Parade for service personnel from across the Caribbean
- Alexander McQueen dress – £5,000
- Philip Treacy hat – £1,350
- Anya Hindmarch clutch – £395
- Emmy London heels – £415
March 24: Leaving Jamaica
The royal wore this Emilia Wickstead dress previously at Wimbledon, when she left Jamaica
- Emilia Wickstead – worn before
- Gianvito Rossi pumps – £592
- Kiki Small Plain Hoops in Yellow Gold – £400
March 24: Arriving in the Bahamas
Kate Middleton and Prince William kicked off the final leg of their Caribbean tour with a visit to the Bahamas
- Emilia Wickstead dress – Estimated £1,000
- Gianvito Rossi pumps – worn before
- Sezane earrings – £100
- Bijou Brigitte hairpins – £6.75
March 25: Visiting a school in the Bahamas
The Duke and Duchess visited Sybil Strachan Primary School before heading to Parliament Square, where they watched a Junkanoo and did a walkabout
- Self Portrait dress – £350
- Nadia Irena earrings – £78
- Jimmy Choo pumps – worn before
- Amaia Reusable Cotton Face Mask in Annabella – worn before
March 25: Platinum Jubilee regatta at Montagu Beach
There was a quick change of clothing before the next event, the Platinum Jubilee regatta at Montagu Beach
- Gill Marine polo shirt – £49
- Decathlon waterproof sailing jacket – £29.99
- Superga trainers – worn before
- Brora leather belt – £95
- Spells of Love earrings – worn before
= £42,440.49
March 25: Attending a black-tie reception in the Bahamas
The Governor General, Sir Cornelius Alvin Smith, hosted the function at Baha Mar Resort. The royals watched a special performance by the Bahamas Youth Choir
- Philippa Lepley turquoise gown – Estimated £6,500
- Gianvito Rossi embellished heels – £1,750
- Lulu Guinness blue satin bag – £225
- Van Cleef and Arpels jewellery – worn before
March 26: Final day of the tour
The Duchess chose a dress by RIXO for engagements in Abaco, a group of several islands and archipelagos
- RIXO dress – £245
- Emmy London clutch – £370
- Castañer Carina wedge espadrilles – worn before
- Nadia Irena earrings – worn before
- Finlay & Co sunglasses – £150
March 27: Departure from Lynden Pindling International Airport in Nassau
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge waved goodbye from the steps of their plane at the Lynden Pindling International Airport in Nassau
- Alessandra Reich peplum dress – £1,690
- Ferragamo bag – worn before
- Gianvito Rossi 105 leather pumps in White – £572
- Patrick Mavros – worn before
March 29: A Service of Thanksgiving for Prince Philip at Westminster Abbey
Kate Middleton was elegant as she joined by her husband Prince William and their eldest children Prince George and Princess Charlotte at Westminster Abbey for Prince Philip’s memorial service
- Alessandra Rich dress – £1,495
- Lock & Co hat – £775
- Gianvito Rossi 105 pumps in black suede – worn before
- Russell & Bromley ‘Curvy’ Clutch Bag in Taupe Suede – worn before
- Black Cornellia James ‘Alice’ gloves – worn before
April 17: Attending Easter Sunday service in Windsor
The Duchess brought back an Emilia Wickstead design as the Cambridge family attended church at St. George’s Chapel in Windsor
- Emilia Wickstead coat dress – worn before
- Jane Taylor headband – worn before
- Emmy London heels – £415
- Emmy London ‘Natasha’ Clutch in Duck Egg Blue Suede – £350
- Cassandra Goad earrings – worn before
April 21: Meeting Ukraine aid workers
The Duchess wore familiar pieces to visit to the London headquarters of the Disasters Emergency Committee
- Reiss jacket – worn before
- Frieda Crepe cigarette trousers – worn before
- Ralph Lauren pumps – £460
- Kiki McDonough earrings – worn before
April 25: Attending ANZAC Day Service
The Duchess of Cambridge made a surprise appearance at a service of commemoration marking Anzac Day and joined the Duke in honouring Australia and New Zealand’s war dead
- Alexander McQueen coat dress – worn before
- Jane Taylor halo headpiece – £830
- Jenny Packham clutch – worn before
- Gianvito Rossi heels – worn before
April 27: First joint engagement with Princess Anne
Princess Anne and the Duchess of Cambridge visited the Royal College of Midwives, on of Anne’s patronages , and the Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists, one of the Duchess’s patronages
- Self Portrait tailored dress – £420
- Emmy London clutch – £370
- Gianvito Rossi heels – worn before
- Monica Vinader necklace – worn before
May 4: British Fashion Council engagement
Kate was at the museum to present the Queen Elizabeth II Award for British Design. The Duchess was greeted by Caroline Rush, Chief Executive of the British Fashion Council, and Tim Marlow, Chief Executive of the Design Museum
- Edeline Lee dress – £785
- Emmy London clutch – worn before
- Emmy London heels – worn before
- Nadia Irena Maya Earrings – worn before
May 5: Speaking in a video message after being named royal patron of the Maternal Mental Health Alliance
The Duchess of Cambridge has said no mother is ‘immune to experiencing anxiety and depression’ in a new video to mark becoming patron of a ‘fantastic organisation’ supporting the mental health of women
- Max Mara dress – £632.36
May 10: Opening Manchester’s Glade of Light Memorial
The Duke and Duchess traveled to Manchester in northwest England to participate in the official opening of the city’s Glade of Light Memorial
- Michael Kors coat – worn before
- Polène Paris bag – £280
- Rupert Sanderson heels – worn before
- VanLeles Diamonds earrings – £1,200
- Astley Clarke Round Stilla Lapis Lazuli Pendant – worn before
May 11: Visiting Glasgow
The Duchess of Cambridge, 40, cut a stylish figure as she visited St John’s Primary School in Port Glasgow where she and the Duke, 39, took part in a Roots of Empathy session and spoke with students and teachers taking part
- Catherine Walker coat – worn before
- Riley blouse – £170
- Rupert Sanderson pumps – worn before
- Polène Paris bag – worn before
- Annoushka Pearl and Kiki Diamond Hoop Earring – worn before
May 18: Buckingham Palace garden party
For the first Royal Garden Party of the year, Kate opted to wear a coral Emilia Wickstead coat dress
- Emilia Wickstead coat dress – Estimated £1,000
- Jane Taylor ‘Lyssa’ straw hat – worn before
- Josef Point de Beauvais Beaded Flap Clutch Bag – worn before
- Emmy London ‘Rebecca’ Pumps in Pink Makeup Suede – worn before
- KIKI Morganite Cushion Drop & Diamond Earrings -worn before
May 19 – Top Gun premiere
The Top Gun premiere offered another Hollywood moment for Kate, who wore a floor length black gown with sparkling earrings
- Roland Mouret ‘Lamble’ Gown in Black & White – £2,700
- Prada Wave Cutout Pumps in black suede – worn before
- Alexander McQueen Crystal Embellished Box Clutch in black velvet – worn before
- Robinson Pelham Tsar Star Studs and Drops – £10,560
May 25 – Buckingham Palace garden party
The then Duchess of Cambridge wore a mint green bespoke dress which she had worn for the King’s 70th birthday celebrations as she attended another garden party
- Bespoke dress – worn before
- Hobbs ‘Evesham’ Clutch Bag in Sage Green – £99
- Jimmy Choo ‘Romy’ 100 pumps in Verdigris Suede – £570
- Aquamarine Delicate Orb Earrings – £140
- Philip Tracey Rosette Slice Hat in Mint –
2 June: Trooping the Colour
For the Queen’s Jubilee celebration at Trooping the Colour in June, the Princess wore an Alexander McQueen dress
- Alexander McQueen coatdress – worn before
- Navy & white Philip Treacy Saturn Dome Hat –
- Navy Strathberry Multrees Embossed Croc Chain Wallet – worn before
- Sapphire and Diamond Pendant Necklace – worn before
3 June: Surprise visit to Evelina London for Platinum Jubilee
During the weekend, Kate made a private visit to Evelina London Children’s Hospital to surprise staff, patients and their families unable to join in the Jubilee celebrations
- L.K.Bennett ‘Cayla’ Dress – worn before
3 June: Platinum Jubilee Service of Thanksgiving
Kate joined her husband William and other members of the royal family at the Service of Thanksgiving at St Paul’s Cathedral
- Emilia Wickstead dress – estimated £1,000
- new Philip Treacy hat
- Queen’s Bahrain Pearl Drop Earrings – worn before
- Forever New handbag – £35
- Gianvito Rossi ‘Gianvito 105’ Pumps in Bisque Suede – worn before
4 June: Visit to Cardiff Castle
For Prince George and Princess Charlotte’s first royal engagement, Kate opted for a bright orange coat
- Eponion Mandarin Collar Coat in orange/red – worn before
- DeMellier Nano Montreal Bag in Navy – £295
- Gianvito Rossi 105 suede pumps in navy suede – £570
- Spells of Love ‘Alia’ Hoops – worn before
4 June: Platinum Jubilee Party at the Palace
The royal mother-of-three donned a Self Portait blazer style dress for the Platinum Jubilee Party at the Palace in June
- Self-Portrait Tailored Boucle And Chiffon Midi Dress – worn before
- Robinson Pelham ‘Aspen’ Earrings – worn before
5 June: Jubilee lunch
The Princess returned to one of her favourite designers, Alessandra Rich, as she attended a Jubilee lunch in London
- Alessandra Rich Belted Polka-dot Silk Midi Dress in Azure Blue – £1,595
- Jimmy Choo ‘Romy 85’ Pumps in White Leather – worn before
- Maria Black ‘Cha Cha’ Earrings in Gold – worn before
5 June: Baking with the children for the Jubilee lunch
The royal Cambridge children have joined their mother, Kate Middleton, in baking cakes for a Cardiff street party
- Brora Gingham Ruffled Chelsea Collar Shirt in Peony – £129
- & Other Stories Favourite Cut Jeans in Light Blue – worn before
- Auree ‘Bali’ January Garnet Birthstone Necklace – £395
- Kiki Citrine Pear Drop Earrings – worn before
5 June: Platinum Pageant on The Mall
The Queen was ‘sending a clear message about the future of the monarchy’ by making a balcony appearance at Buckingham Palace alongside Prince Charles, Prince William and Prince George last night, a royal expert has claimed
- Custom Stella McCartney dress –
- Queen’s floral spray earrings
8 June: Little Village visit
For her visit to Little Village in Brent, it was a business chic look for Kate, who donned a smart pair of trousers and a white blazer
- Zara Inverted Lapel Blazer in Ecru – £58
- Roland Mouret ‘Axon’ Side Zip Wide Leg Pant in Black – worn before
- Massimo Dutti Woven Leather Clutch-Style Handbag in White – £147
- Gianvito Rossi ‘Gianvito 105’ Pumps in Black Suede – worn before
- KIKI Citrine Pear Drop Earrings – worn before
13 June: Order of the Garter
For the Order of the Garter, which saw Camilla honoured, Kate opted for a cornflower blue coat dress
- Juliette Botterill Floral Leaf Teardrop hat – £560
- Alexander McQueen – Estimated £3,000
- Aquazzura ‘Love Link’ 105 Sling in blueberry grosgrain – £901
- G. Collins tanzanite and diamond earrings and the matching necklace – worn before
14 June: Grenfell Tower memorial
To mark the fifth anniversary since the Grenfell tower fire, Kate recycled a Suzannah dress from her wardrobe
- Suzannah White Flippy Wiggle Dress – worn before
- Alessandra Rich ‘Fab’ two-tone pumps – £540
- Emmy London ‘Natasha’ Clutch in Blush Suede – worn before
- Maria Black ‘Cha Cha’ Earrings in Gold – worn before
16 June: Early Years roundtable
Kate wore an Alexander McQueen tailored trouser suit in pink for an Early Years roundtable
- Alexander McQueen tailored trouser suit in pink – £2,000
- Smythson A4 Writing Folder with Zip in Black Mara – £615
- Mappin & Webb ‘Empress’ Drop Earrings and Pendant Necklace – worn before
- Emmy London ‘Rebecca’ Suede Pumps in Pink Makeup – worn before
17 June: Ascot
Kate attended the fourth day of the Royal Ascot alongside other senior members of the royal family
- Alessandra Rich Asymmetric Polka-Dot Dress in White & Brown – £1,450
- Sally-Ann Provan ‘Naeva’ Boater Hat in Brown – £750
22 June: Windrush Day
To attend the unveiling of the National Windrush Monument at Waterloo station, Kate wore a white suit from Alexander McQueen
- Alexander McQueen tailored suit in white – worn before
- Mulberry White Small Amberley Crossbody Bag – worn before
- Gianvito Rossi ‘Gianvito 105’ Pumps in White Leather – worn before
- CHALK Florence Earrings in Regency green – £70
23 June: Cambridgershire engagements
The royal mother-of-three was smart in an LK Bennett ‘Madison’ Chiffon Silk Dress as she visited Cambridgeshire alongside Prince William
- LK Bennett ‘Madison’ Chiffon Silk Dress in Blue Multi – worn before
- Emmy ‘Natasha’ Clutch in Riviera – £350
- Emmy London ‘Rebecca’ Pumps in Riviera Suede – worn before
- Casteñer ‘Carina’ 80 Camel Brown Suede Wedge – worn before
- Amaia Reusable Cotton Face Mask in Pepper Liberty Print – worn before
25 June: Armed Forces Day
Kensington Palace released an undated photograph of the royal on Armed Forces Day as she met with servicemen
- Seeland Woodcock Advanced Jacket – worn before
- Holland Cooper Country Knit Sweater in Forest Marl – worn before
- Massimo Dutti Skinny Fit Trousers in Chocolate – £70
- Berghaus Supalite II Gortex Boots – worn before
5 July: Wimbledon
Wimbledon is among Kate’s favourite royal engagements of the year – and she opted for a vibrant blue dress as she attended in July
- Alessandra Rich Belted Polka-Dot Midi Dress in Azure Blue – worn before
- Mulberry White Small Amberley Crossbody Bag – worn before
- Alessandra Rich ‘Fab’ 105 Two-Tone Pump in White/Black – £615
- Finlay & Co Henrietta Sunglasses in Light Tortoise – worn before
- In2Design Baroque Pearl Drop Earrings – worn before
6 July: Royal Charity Polo Cup
The royal mother-of-three wore a smart white midi dress as she joined Prince William at the polo in July
- Emilia Wickstead ‘Denvella’ Belted Dress in white -£1,345
- Camilla Elphick ‘Alicia’ slingback pumps in beige & black – £195
- Sezane ‘Gabrielle’ earrings in Coffee – £57
- Finlay & Co Henrietta Sunglasses in Light Tortoise – worn before
9 July: Wimbledon ladies’ final
It was vibrant yellow for Kate as she attended the final for the women’s singles at Wimbledon
- Roksanda ‘Brigitte’ Bow-Shoulder Dress in Marigold – worn before
- LK Bennett ‘Saffron’ Straw Floppy Sun Hat in Natural – £55
- Gianvito Rossi ‘Gianvito 105’ Pumps in White Leather – worn before
- Bulgari BV8170 Black Cat’s Eye Sunglasses – worn before
- KIKI Eden Citrine and Diamond Flower Drop Earrings – worn before
10 July: Wimbledon Men’s Final
Kate opted for the Alessandra Rich Chelsea Collar Polka-Dot Dress in Navy for the men’s final days later
- Alessandra Rich Chelsea Collar Polka-Dot Dress in Navy – £1,549
- Alessandra Rich ‘Fab’ 105 Two-Tone Pump in White/Black – worn before
- Bulgari BV8170 Black Cat’s Eye Sunglasses – worn before
- Jewellery – worn before
31 July: Commonwealth Race against New Zealand
The royal mother-of-three opted for nautical stripes and white linen shorts for a sailing event in Plymouth
- Erdem ‘Lotus’ Striped Cashmere Sweater in Navy/White – £735
- Holland Cooper Tailored Linen Short in Oyster – £199
- Helly Hansen Maridalen Hiking Shorts in Navy – £60
- Superga ‘2750 Cotu’ Canvas Sneaker in White – worn before
- Adidas Performance Pureboost X Running Shoe – worn before
- Orelia Gold Chain Huggie Hoop Earrings – worn before
- Sungod ‘Sierras’ Great Britain SailGP Team Limited Edition Sunglasses – £85
- Henri-Lloyd GBR SailGP Team cap – £32
2 August: Commonwealth Games
For Princess Charlotte’s first solo royal engagement with her parents, Kate opted to rewear her Alexander McQueen suit
- Alexander McQueen tailored suit – worn before
- Camilla Elphick ‘Alicia’ slingback pumps in beige & black – worn before
7 September: Back to School
Back to school for the Cambridges! Kate donned a smart brown Rixo dress as she took her three children for the first day of the new term
- RIXO ‘Izzy’ Polka Dot Shirt Dress in Copper – £308
- Annoushka Pearl and Kiki Diamond Hoop Earrings – worn before
11 September: Windsor Castle walkabout
In her first appearance after the Queen’s death, the Princess of Wales joined other senior members of the royal family at a walkabout in Windsor
- Jenny Packham dress – Estimated £4,000
- Gianvito Rossi ‘Gianvito 105’ pumps in black suede – worn before
- Annoushka Pearl and Kiki Diamond Hoop Earrings – worn before
14 September: Procession
The royal mother-of-three followed the bearer party carrying the coffin of the Queen in Westminster Hall in London
- Catherine Walker coat – Estimated £3,000
- Jane Taylor Pillbox Halo in black – £1,720
- Earrings – worn before
- Gianvito Rossi 105 Pumps – worn before
- Mulberry Bayswater clutch – worn before
15 September: Viewing floral tributes at Sandringham
Kate supported her husband Prince William as they looked at floral tributes left for the Queen at Sandringham
- Catherine Walker coat – Estimated £3,000
- Alexander McQueen dress – Estimated £3,000
- Grace Han ‘Love Letter’ Small Top Handle Bag – worn before
- Gianvito Rossi 105 pumps in black suede – worn before
16 September: Meeting Commonwealth Troops ahead of funeral
The royal mother-of-three wore Catherine Walker as she met with troops from the Commonwealth who were deployed to take part in the funeral
- Catherine Walker coat – worn before
- Black Lock & Co ‘Abney’ Hat – worn before
- Russell & Bromley ‘100Point’ blade heel pumps – £245
- Black Mulberry ‘Amberley’ handbag – worn before
17 September: Governors-General reception
Kate wore an Emilia Wickstead midi dress as she attended a lunch for the governors-general of the Commonwealth nations at Buckingham Palace
- Emilia Wickstead midi dress – £1,450
- Gianvito Rossi 105 pumps in black suede – worn before
- Jewels – worn before
18 September: Meeting with Olena Zelenska
Ahead of the Queen’s funeral, the Princess met with First Lady of the Ukraine Olena Zelenska
- Black Catherine Walker ‘Beau Tie’ Wool Coat – worn before
19 September: State funeral
Princess Catherine of Wales, Princess Charlotte of Wales and Prince George of Wales seen at Wellington Arch where the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II was transferred to the hearse for the final trip to Windsor after the State Funeral
- Alexander McQueen coatdress – Estimated £3,000
- Gianvito Rossi ‘Gianvito 105’ Pumps in Black Suede. – worn before
26 September: Thanking volunteers in Windsor
In her first engagement following the Queen’s funeral, Kate rewore a black D&G coat to meet volunteers who had helped with organising the event
- Dolce & Gabbana Black Collarless Long Coat – worn before
- Annoushka Pearl and Kiki Diamond Hoop Earrings – worn before
- Gianvito Rossi ‘Gianvito 105’ Pumps in Black Suede – worn before
27 September: First visit to Wales as Prince and Princess of Wales
The Princess wore the LK Bennett ‘Spencer’ Red Recycled Wool Blend Snaffle-Detail Coat to visit Wales in September
- LK Bennett ‘Spencer’ Red Recycled Wool Blend Snaffle-Detail Coat – £599
- Boden Cashmere Crew Neck Sweater in Black – worn before
- Roland Mouret ‘Axon’ Side Zip Wide Leg Pant in Black – worn before
- ba&sh ‘Betty’ Square Buckle Belt in Black Suede – worn before
- Grace Han Black Love Letter Small Top Handle Bag – worn before
- Russell & Bromley 100Point Blade Heel Pump in Black – worn before
- Spells of Love ‘Alia’ Hoops – worn before
29 September: Royal Navy meeting
To meet with members of the Royal Navy, Kate opted for a smart navy Alexander McQueen suit
- Alexander McQueen Tailored Blazer in Navy – £1,644
- Alexander McQueen Tailored Straight-Leg Trousers in Navy – £790
- Holland Cooper White Shirt Bodysuit – worn before
- Patrick Mavros Ocean Tides Milky Quartz Earrings – worn before
- Astley Clarke Round Stilla Lapis Lazuli Pendant Necklace – worn before
5 October: Royal Surrey County Hospital
Sunshine in yellow! Kate wore Karen Millen as she visited a hospital in Surrey this autumn
- Karen Millen Structured Crepe Forever Pleat Belted Midi Dress in Ochre Yellow – £219
- Emily Mortimer Hera Drop Earrings – £795
- Emmy London ‘Natasha’ Clutch in Midnight – worn before
- Gianvito Rossi ‘Gianvito 105’ Pumps in Navy Suede – worn before
6 October: Northern Ireland visit
During a whirlwind visit to Northern Ireland, the Princess donned a smart blue ensemble
- Winser London Silk Blouse and Bow in soft blue – £295
- Missoma Rhodochrosite Gold Mini Pyramid Charm Hoops – worn before
- DeMellier Nano Montreal Bag in Navy – worn before
- Gianvito Rossi 105 Pumps in Navy Suede – worn before
7 October: Video supporting England Rugby
Cheering on the Red Roses! The Princess donned a vibrant scarlet blazer as she sent a message of support to the rugby team
- Zara Textured Double-Breasted Blazer -worn before
- KIKI Citrine Pear Drop Earrings – worn before
10 October: World Mental Health Day 2022
It was back to business for Kate when she visited BBC for World Mental Health Day in 2022
- Zara Inverted Lapel Blazer in Ecru – worn before
- Laura Lombardi ‘Luisa’ Necklace in gold – £215
13 October: Coach Core 10th anniversary event
It was a change from the usual for Kate in October when she stepped out in a vintage Chanel jacket
- Chanel 1995 trimmed double-breasted jacket in blue
- Roland Mouret ‘Axon’ Side Zip Wide Leg Pant in Black – worn before
- Gianvito Rossi ‘Piper’ 85 Pumps in Black Suede – worn before
- Spells of Love Medium Twist Hoop Earrings – worn before
- Astley Clarke Round Stilla Lapis Lazuli Pendant Necklace – worn before
30 October: Addiction Awareness Week 2022
Kate opted for her favourite polkadots when she shared a video message for Addiction Awareness Week 2022
- Tory Burch Scallop-Edged Polka Dot Silk Shirt – worn before
- Annoushka Pearl & Kiki Diamond Hoop Earrings – worn before
3 November: Scarborough visit
All tan! The Princess of Wales wore a camel ensemble to visit The Street, a community hub that hosts local organisations to grow and develop their service, during an official visit to Scarborough
- MAX&Co ‘Longrun’ Wool Coat in Camel – £460
- Gabriela Hearst ‘Betti’ cashmere-blend turtleneck dress in camel £1,000
- DeMellier Nano Montreal Bag in Deep Toffee – worn before
- Boden Woven Waist Belt in Tan Suede – £60
- Ralph Lauren ‘Celia’ Calfskin Pump in RL Gold – worn before
- Accessorize Twisted Circle Drop Earrings – worn before
5 November: Rugby League World Cup
Kate wore an Alexander McQueen double-breasted long coat in red as she attended the Rugby League World Cup men’s Quarter Final
- Alexander McQueen double-breasted long coat in red – worn before
- CO Pleated Elastic Waist Midi Skirt in Cabernet – £570
- Gabriela Hearst ‘May’ Turtleneck Sweater in Burgundy – £570
- Annoushka Pearl and Kiki Diamond Hoop Earrings – worn before
9 November: Colham Manor Children’s Centre
The Princess of Wales wore Hobbs ‘Lori’ Wool Cashmere Blend Belted Long Coat in Olive for the Colham Manor Children’s Centre
- Hobbs ‘Lori’ Wool Cashmere Blend Belted Long Coat in Olive – £369
- Mango ‘Flurry’ Ribbed Knitted Midi Dress in Khaki Green – £35.99
- Polo Ralph Lauren Crocodile-Stamped Leather Belt in black – £149
- Jimmy Choo ‘Palace’ Croc Embossed Leather Bag in Dark Clorofilla – worn before
- Gianvito Rossi ‘Gianvito 85’ Pumps in Dark Olive Suede – worn before
- KIKI Citrine Pear Drop Earrings – worn before
12 November: Festival of Remembrance
A royal repeat (of sorts!) The Princess of Wales wore a Self-Portrait Tailored Crepe & Chiffon Midi Dress in black, when she had previously donned the outfit in white
- Self-Portrait Tailored Crepe & Chiffon Midi Dress in Black – £420
- Mulberry ‘Bayswater’ Clutch in Black Suede – worn before
13 November: National Service of Remembrance
For the first National Service of Remembrance, Kate wore a Catherine Walker coat dress
- Catherine Walker coat dress – Estimated £3,000
- Philip Treacy wide brim hat – bespoke
- Art Deco Diamond Set Brooch sold by Bentley & Skinner – £14,500
- Black Cornelia James ‘Alice’ gloves – worn before
- Mulberry ‘Bayswater’ Clutch in Black Suede – worn before
17 November: Reading Ukrainian Community Centre
Back to literal dressing for Kate! The Princess of Wales gave a nod to the Ukrainian flag as she wore a yellow and blue dress to visit a refugee centre in Reading
- LK Bennett ‘Tallis’ Navy & Yellow Spot Print Pleated Shirt Dress – £279
- MAX&Co ‘Longrun’ Wool Coat in Camel – worn before
- Jaegar ‘Kate’ Navy Quilted Leather Shoulder Bag – worn before
- Gianvito Rossi ‘Gianvito 105’ Pumps in Navy Suede – worn before
- Annoushka Pearl and Kiki Diamond Hoop Earrings – worn before
22 November: Welcoming President of South Africa
The Princess of Wales wore a purple Emilia Wickstead dress with matching accessories to welcome the President of South Africa
- Emilia Wickstead bespoke coat – £3,000
- Sean Barrett hat
- Mulberry ‘Bayswater’ clutch in Cranberry Suede – worn before
- Gianvito Rossi ‘Gianvito 105’ suede pumps in Royale Burgundy – worn before
South African State Banquet
The Princess was dazzling in white when she wore a Jenny Packham cap-sleeve gown for the state banquet
- Jenny Packham cape-sleeve gown – Estimated £4,000
- Alexander McQueen butterfly box clutch – worn before
- Gianvito Rossi ‘Rania 105’ Pumps. – worn before
30 November: Arrive in Boston
The Princess rewore an Alexander McQueen suit as she arrived in the US for the first day of her visit to Boston
- Alexander McQueen suit – worn before
- Gianvito Rossi ‘Gianvito 105’ Pumps in Navy Suede – worn before
Boston city welcome
Meanwhile the royal changed into a custom Burberry dress as she received an official welcome to the city
- Custom green tartan dress by Burberry
- Alexander McQueen bespoke coat – £3,000
- Mulberry Small ‘Amberley’ Satchel – £850
- Emmy London ‘Rebecca’ Pumps in Greenery Suede – worn before
- Chunky Knot Baroque Pearl Earrings – £85
Cheering on the Celtics on Day 1 of Boston visit
It was a repeat for the royal mother-of-three when she wore her vintage Chanel jacket to watch the Celtics on the first day of the Boston tour
- Vintage Chanel double-breasted jacket – worn before
- Shyla London Biaritz Squiggle Earrings – £74
- Laura Lombardi ‘Portrait’ Necklace – £138
- Gianvito Rossi ‘Gianvito 105’ pumps in black suede – worn before
1 December: Greentown Labs and Roca on Day 2 of Boston Visit
Kate wore a smart burgundy Roland Mouret suit as she visited Greentown Labs in Boston
- Roland Mouret suit
- Burgundy Chanel Calfskin Boy Flap Bag with Enamel Handle – worn before
- Gianvito Rossi ‘Gianvito 105’ Pump in Royale Burgundy Suede – worn before
- Daniella Draper Gold Diamond Luxury Maxi Cupid Hoop Earrings – worn before
Stroll at Boston’s Piers Park
Wrapped up warm! The Princess of Wales joined her husband the Prince to see the changing shoreline of Boston
- Chocolate brown Alexander McQueen coat – £4,665
- Gabriela Hearst ‘Peppe’ Cashmere & Silk Sweater in Spice – £586
- Gabriela Hearst ‘Epper’ Midi Skirt in Spice – £1,300
- Daniella Draper Gold Diamond Luxury Maxi Cupid Hoop Earrings – worn before
2 December: Harvard visit
Kate was in high spirits as she donned a customized version of the Emilia Wickstead Miles dress
- Emilia Wickstead’s ‘Miles’ houndstooth dress – £1,150
- Mulberry ‘Harlow’ Satchel in Cloud Blue – £850
- Black Gianvito Rossi ‘Gianvito 105’ Suede Pumps – worn before
- Lenique Louis earrings – £225
Earthshot Prize 2022
For the big event, the Princess rewore a Solace London ‘Sabina’ dress which she rented for £74
- Solace London ‘Sabina’ dress – Rented – price from £74
- Queen Mary’s Art Deco Emerald & Diamond Choker – borrowed
- Asprey London Emerald and Diamond Halo Earrings – £9,365
- Gianvito Rossi ‘Rania 105’ Pumps. – worn before
6 December: Diplomatic Reception at Buckingham Palace
Kate wore a Jenny Packham glittering red gown as she attended a reception at Buckingham Palace this month
- Jenny Packham ‘Elodie’ Gown – £4,100
- Bentley & Skinner Art Deco Diamond Set Brooch – worn before
11 December: ‘Together at Christmas’ promo
For the Together at Christmas promotional video, Kate rewore a Needle & Thread dress in red
- Needle & Thread ‘Aurora’ Sequin Gown in Red – worn before
- Gianvito Rossi ‘Gianvito 105’ Suede Pumps in Granta Red – worn before
- Soru Ruby & Gold Earrings – worn before
13 December: 2022 Christmas Card
It was a series of repeats for the Princess when she joined other members of her family for their Christmas card
- M.i.h Jeans ‘Mabel’ Broderie Anglaise Shirt – worn before
- Orelia Gold Chain Huggie Hoop Earrings – worn before
- Superga 2750 Cotu White Canvas Sneaker – worn before
14 December: ‘Together At Christmas’ Carols promotion
The video (pictured) shared by the royals on their Instagram and Twitter pages, showed Kate, 40, decorating a Christmas tree
- Holland Cooper Fairisle Knit Sweater in Cream – worn before
- Roland Mouret ‘Axon’ Wide Leg Pant in Black – worn before
14 December: Introduction for Together at Christmas
The Princess of Wales opted for a smart Self Portrait black sparkly cardigan to introduce the Together at Christmas carol service
- Self Portrait cardigan – £420
15 December: Together at Christmas’ carol service
The Princess wore a smart Eponine London midi coat as she attended the carol service with her children and husband
- Eponine London midi coat
- Aspinal of London ‘Mayfair’ Clutch – £325
- Accessorize Eclectic Gem Statement Long Drop Earrings – £14
- Gianvito Rossi ‘Gianvito 105’ Pumps in Royale Burgundy Suede. – worn before
20 December: Planting a tree for the Queen’s canopy
Kate planted a tree as part of the Queen’s Jubilee canopy ahead of her carol service in December
- Holland Cooper coat – worn before
25 December: Christmas Day service
Kate wore a khaki green Alexander McQueen coat as she attended church on Christmas Day with her family
- Alexander McQueen coat – worn before
- Sezane earrings – £100
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