The Duchess Wears Libélula at Polo Match

Kate Middleton cheered on Prince William at a charity polo match dressed in a high-necked teal Libélula dress (called the "Rebecca"). The button-front shirtdress features a blue and brown pattern, piping and delicate buttons. We have to say, despite the modest silhouette, we like this silk look on Kate.

We're also fans of the sky high wedge sandals the Duchess was sporting. In case you're wondering these cork wedge wonders are the Stuart Weitzman Minx Espadrille. Kate also accessorized with her Kiki McDonough Grace topaz studs.

Also along for the fun? Man's best friend, puppy Lupo.

What do you think of Kate's polo look?






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Kate Dons Bird Print Orla Kiely Coatdress for Art Room Engagements

Kate Middleton arrived at Rose Hill Primary School and Oxford Spires Academy for events liked to charity the Art Room wearing an Orla Kiely coatdress with a retro 70s-style bird print. We're not feeling this look despite the fact that we usually like coatdresses on Kate. There just seems to be something off about this one--maybe the colour or the print--just isn't working. Add on the opaque tights and those ankle boots (we rarely see Kate do boots right) and it just becomes a big hells no! in our book.

The Duchess accessorized with a black clutch, her Aquatalia Rouge booties and Kiki Mcdonough Grace earrings.

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Duchess Wears Ralph Lauren Sweater Dress to Centrepoint

Laid back and approachable seemed to be the theme of the day for William and Kate when they made a low key appearance at the Centrepoint Camberwell Foyer youth facility. Centrepoint is a charity that the Prince has been involved with for years and we like that Wills did away with his regular suits and opted for cords and a jumper instead.

Kate, for her part, opt for an olive/khaki Ralph Lauren Blue Label dress in a wool/cashmere blend. The turtleneck sweater dress style is both elegant and current, and Kate's choice of a belt gives the outfit definition. We'd say the outfit's slim lines also silences all those baby bump watchers -- at least for now. We can't say we love the choice of belt, though, and we really wish that Kate would give up her love affair with those Aquatalia knee-high Rumba boots, but we know you can't have everything in life.

As for accessories, Kate was once again sporting the Kiki Mcdonough Grace earrings.

Kate Wears Zara & Ralph Lauren at Prince's Trust Concert





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Tonight we got glossy hair, big smiles, a moderate mini and the answer to one of the mystery items we've been trying to ID for awhile. At the Gary Barlow concert to raise money for the Prince's Trust, Kate wore the Zara Lace Tulip Dress, a pretty black-and-white frock that was thankfully both a bit of fun and age appropriate. The Duchess of Cambridge paired the belted dress with the same black blazer that she wore with that blue Zara dress when departing from Buckingham Palace the day after her wedding (finally identified as Ralph Lauren), black opaque tights, a black clutch and round-toed black suede heels with a slight platform.

We do prefer the dress with bare legs, but we understand why Kate went the opaque tight route. The Duchess' jewelry included her Kiki Mcdonough earrings and that gold charm bracelet from Camilla (who was also in attendance, wearing what looked like a lamé sack).

The Duchess of Cambridge is Chic in Amanda Wakeley at The Royal Marsden Hospital

Kate and William stepped out this morning to open a new cancer unit at Royal Marsden Hospital in Sutton. In our opinion, the Duchess' figure-hugging, knee-length dress (complete with three-quarter sleeves) was a great choice. This cut is made for a body like Kate's and we're even feeling the neutral tones. After that recent salon trip Kate's hair looks both shorter and lighter. People reports that poor Wills flew all night on RAF missions before meeting up with Kate at the hospital for the opening.

Kate's dress is the Sculpted Felt Long Sleeved Seamed Dress by Amanda Wakeley in Oatmeal (from the designer's AW 2011 collection). Currently the dress is available on the designer's site for £450.00, but only in the darker Gunmetal, which according to Amanda Wakeley's Twitter was also purchased by the Duchess along with the black version of the dress.

Kate accessorized with her trusty nude L.K. Bennett

Sledge2 Pumps and Natalie Clutch.

As is her wont Kate chose simple jewelry to accompany her streamlined outfit. Namely the White Topaz Grace Earrings from Kiki McDonough and that diamond cross necklace we've seen many times before.

 Our verdict? Kate for the win.

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CopyKate: Get the Look of the Kiki Mcdonough Diamond and Topaz 'Grace' Stud Earrings

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Kate's white topaz and diamond stud earrings (from the Grace collection by KMidd fave Kiki Mcdonough) are one of those staple pieces that are a must-have in any waredrobe. Classy, understated and just a little bit blingy they work with jeans or dresses.

An alternative to the Mcdonough pair are these

Halo Stud Earrings set in 14K white gold ($175).

Happy Shopping!

Royal Tour of North America: Day 9 - Kate Middleton Arrives in L.A.

William and Kate have touched down in the U.S.--Los Angeles to be exact--for a whirlwind visit. The Duchess exited the plane wearing a perfectly draped pale lavender dress.

Kate arrived in L.A. and attended a business conference wearing a Peridot dress by Roksanda Illinic with nude/pink Jimmy Choo Lovely pumps and her Kiki Mcdonough Grace stud earrings, L.K. Bennett Natalie clutch and that diamonds-by-the-yard bracelet.

Royal Tour of North America: Day 9 - Kate Middleton Says Goodbye to Canada in Red Catherine Walker

For their last day in Canada the royals also toured the Calgary zoo.

Kate sported a red Catherine Walker coat and matching dress,

plus the Queen's Maple Leaf pin. Judging from the styles on the

Walker website this coat seems to be a custom amalgam.

Kate also sported her L.K. Bennett Sledge2 pumps, that mystery nude envelope clutch, and her Kiki Mcdonough Grace earrings. We like the fit of this coat on Catherine and even the colour. Sure it might be a tad old, and maybe a little warm looking for July, but we think she wears it well.

Royal Tour of North America - Day 2: Kate in Red & White for Canada Day

Red and white are the colours of love and we L-O-V-E this outfit on Kate. Sure the colour scheme, pin and Maple Leaf fascinator are a bit literal, but we think the Duchess looks trim and chic in her recycled Reiss dress. Yes, that famous white Reiss engagement picture dress:

Word has it that Kate was invited to borrow whatever selection of the Queen's jewels her heart desired for this tour. Talk about kid in a candy store. We have a feeling we won't be seeing many dazzlers or tiaras on this tour, that's not where Kate is headed image-wise at the moment, but we did get to see the first loaned piece on Canada Day.

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A similar fascinator from Locke + Co.

The on-loan Maple Leaf brooch was worn by QEII (then Princess Elizabeth) during a 1951 trip to Canada. A nice way for Kate to bring her grandmother-in-law into the conversation. Kate's red hot fascinator is by Sylvia Fletcher at Lock + Co and the fab fan clutch is from Anya Hindmarch. Kate's red pumps? They're the Hobbs Albini Square Cut Court Shoes.

Kate also accessoried with the Kiki Mcdonough diamond and topaz Grace earrings and a mystery diamond-encrusted disc necklace, a great picture of which we found on the Jewels of the World message board. It appears that the necklace has the words "BOND" stamped on it. Kate was seen wearing the same necklace in 2010 at a polo match. Any idea of where it might be from?

{UPDATE: Kate Middleton's disc necklace is by Asprey London}

~ Happy Canada Day ~

Kate Middleton in Katherine Hooker at the Order of the Garter

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Girls, let's talk. Here's the thing, we're fans of Kate's penchant for coat dresses, but sometimes we think the style might veer into Camilla territory (not good when you're 29). The dove grey coat and matching silk dress that the Duchess of Cambridge sported at the Order of the Garter ceremony is evidence of this. Yes, the colour is understated and pretty, the embroidery is delicate, but it's all so...boring. So we've-seen-it-all-before.

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Both Kate's grey dress and coat are by Katherine Hooker. According to the designer the Buxton Dress is "cut on the bias in Mercury crepe silk satin" and the Buxton Coat is made of Ash Simla silk.

Kate Middleton's grey suede pumps are the Malone by Rupert Sanderson. (Confirmed on the designer's Facebook). She also wore a cross necklace we've seen her sporting for many years now.

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Kate's hat is by Rachel Trevor-Morgan and she's wearing the Kiki Mcdonough Grace Topaz and Diamond Stud Earrings.

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Kate's suede clutch at the Order of the Garter

ceremony is the Carole by Emmy Custom.

It's the same bag that mum Carole sported at the royal wedding, along with shoes and a coat-and-dress combo very similar to what her daughter was wearing at the Order of the Garter Service. We like that the Middleton ladies swap clothing and accessories. Refreshingly normal.

But, when you're barely 30 and already dressing like your mom we'd definitely say your look is a little...dated. Too old Kate! The look is elegant but just too old. When it comes to coat dresses we love you looking fresh faced and chic in McQueen!

Kate Middleton Wears White McQueen at Trooping the Colour

Okay, we can't say we know exactly what Trooping of the Colour is (Something to do with the Queen's birthday? Maybe?) but we definitely know that when we saw Kate Middleton in her white Alexander McQueen coat dress we died a little. If this girl always dresses like this we'll love her forever.

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Kate definitely seems to like rocking the white/cream/ivory lately, ostensibly to remind us that she is the bride of the year (Kate Moss, Charlene Wittstock, don't you forget it!) Kate's black hat is by Philip Treacy.

The coat is on sale at net-a-porter:
now only $2,691.50!

Kate was wearing another pair of Kiki Mcdonough earrings, this time the designer's White Topaz and Diamond Stud Earrings from the Grace Collection.

So in short, we are mad over this coat dress.
The cut, the fit, the little injection in youth and
style in a design that could otherwise be dowdy.
Please KMidd, we're begging you, let's stay on this road.

Kate Middleton is Red Hot at St. Andrew's

I'm sure St. Andrew's University will always hold a special place in the hearts of Prince William and Kate Middleton. It's where they met, where they were educated, where they came of age and all that. And, yes, it was the beginning of a long, very publicized wait for Kate that is set to culminate this April in a wedding like the world hasn't seen since, well, Wills' parents tied the knot nearly thirty years ago. Obviously everyone is hoping for a better outcome this time around.

Wills and Kate were on hand to mark the 600th anniversary of their former stomping ground and KMidd obviously had no intention of fading into the background. Kate wowed with a red Luisa Spagnoli skirt suit with black buttons and belt purchased at Hollie de Keyser. Kate accessorized with a black turtleneck, leather gloves, black hose and Aquatalia by Marvin K Rumba Boots.