Peplums, Accessories and Teal

As part of the Diamond Jubilee tour, Kate stepped out in Leicester looking very ladylike in a teal ensemble and made everyone green with envy. The outfit consisted of LK Bennett's Jude jacket worn over LK Bennett's knee-length Davina dress, accessorised with a James Lock hat and simple black heels and matching clutch.

The outfit epitomised elegance and was bang on trend; any fashionista worth their salt will tell you the peplum is in this season. The teal colour complimented Kate's warm skin tone and added to the 1940s feel of the whole outfit, while the flared jacket was accentuated with a thick black belt with a gold buckle.

So, let's get down to business, the LK Bennett pieces are no longer available on the brand's website, but  you can pick up the teal jacket on www.johnlewis.com - it's on sale for a purse-friendly £145 (Kate originally bought hers for £295) - and the dress in a variety of colours is also available. However, if you don't want to copy Kate's outfit but just want to emulate her chic style, why not invest in a couple of jackets similar to the one Kate wore but with a few minor differences?


This Hobbs jacket is a fraction of the price (£47) of the LK Bennett design but very similar in style, and it's also available in sizes 6 - 16.You can team the lovely Wyldes jacket with the Hobbs Poet Cross Back Dress, priced at £99. With this ensemble, because of the buttons, you won't need a belt like Kate's outfit, saving you some pennies.Both these pieces can also be worn separately, making then a real steal.

I would recommend playing your look a bit differently to Kate by investing in a luxury handbag like the Agatha Cross body bag from Smythson. It's very in keeping with the 1940s feel of the outfit, but it is also extremely versatile. Plus, most women need a bigger bag than a clutch in their day-to-day goings on.

The fashion editor at Red , Laura, recently said: 'Serious bag are investment buys. They’re better made and last longer – one of the things you’re paying for is the shelf life. And you know you can always take it back to the boutique to get even the smallest thing put right? It takes a while but they’ll give it back to you in perfect condition.' and I couldn't agree more.

Now, to finish your look off, you need the perfect pair of shoes. These New Look shoes would really complete the outfit and they only cost £24.99. I love the scalloped edge leather cut out!

Happy shopping!

Dress Like Kate

You know how I love to give you all my Kate inspired finds for you to achieve the perfect Kate look. Well today I spotted on Net-a-Porter a beautiful silver gown very similar to the Silver Gray Issa dress Kate was seen wearing in 2009 to the Starlight Children's Foundation charity ball. Take a look for yourself. The Halston Heritage dress doesn't come cheap (£290) but it is cheaper than buying an Issa dress (RRP between £600 and £1500). If you want more style steals check out Kate Style Princess. The book doesn't just look at Kate's style - it's full of other information too!

Pippa and Carole dress the same...but so does Kate!

The Daily Mail newspaper today showed pictures of Kate's sister Pippa and Carole out and about shopping in London both wearing similar style clothes. But Pippa isn't the only Middleton who takes inspiration from her mother. On many ocassion Kate has been seen wearing similar things to her Mum and vice versa! In my Kate Style Princess I have dedicated a small section to Carole and Kate and their style inspirations!

Kate gets a lot of her good looks and sophisticated style from Carole. They both love to wear soft tailored jackets and neat coats all year around, traditional country casuals in the day and jaw dropping, vibrant gowns for the evening. Nex time you want to know what Kate (or Pippa) is going to be wearing, you had better check that Carole hasn't been seen in it first.

Kate jacket on a budget: Now lunch with Camilla...

Who loved the camel coloured jacket Katw wore to lunch with Camilla? Well if you have £160 to spare (well it was reduced from £225) then head to LK Bennett to purchase this lovely jacket! Sizes 6, 8 and 14 left.

Kate's Style Made Easy! Just In Time For The Royal Wedding!

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Kate-Princess-Fashion-Britains-Glamorous/dp/1843583933#reader_1843583933

Look inside the first few pages of Kate: Style Princess to see what the book looks like! Let me know what you think.

The book is filled full of glossy pictures of a beautiful Kate, tips on how to achieve Kate's style in a 'Steal the Style' section, a look at Kate's exercise regime and tips on how to stay trim like Kate, how to work Kate's day time/night time looks (fashion and beauty), where to shop to replicate Kate's looks and where to be seen if you want to hang out with other Royals! It also looks at Kate, the Press and Diana, her relationship with William through her style, comparisons to other Princesses including European Princess and speculation on the wedding of the century including the designers, the bouquets and the guests!

Enjoy!

Sara x

Kate Middleton Inspired Hat!

Came across this lovely navy blue trilby hat that looks exactly like the blue trilby hat that Kate wore at The Cheltenham Horse Racing Festival in 2008 and it's designed by one of Kate's favourite shops Reiss. AND it's for a bargain price of £13 reduced from £45! If you think it was a while since we saw Kate in this gorgeous hat, just remember how much Kate recycles her outfits and re-works them, like the Katherine Hooker coat and black Issa dress. I reckon she still has her hat kept in her wardrobe for another day! Buy now before it sells out to channel Kate's style this season!

Kate Middleton to wear Victoria Beckham Dresses?

If the rumors are true then Kate Middleton is planning to wear a selection of Victoria Beckham's evening gowns on her honeymoon. Take a look at two of the dresses I have picked off VB's website which I think would look amazing on Kate's slender figure. Both are in keeping with Kate's style and choice of colour pallet. They are classic, well tailored, have the perfect hemline and if paired with a tailored jacket they can be transformed seamlessly into night time chic. Don't forget the Chanel sunglasses and Prada bag!

http://www.victoriabeckham.com/dresses/halter-neck-fitted-753.html

http://www.victoriabeckham.com/dresses/ribbon-strap-fitted-739.html

VB collection has been worn by the likes of Madonna, Jennifer Lopez and Oprah Winfrey. Victoria supposedly sent Kate an early wedding present of some dresses from her latest collection and Kate fell in love with them. Kate is also said to have asked the former Spice Girl - who will attend the wedding at Westminster Abbey on April 29 with her husband David Beckham - for style tips to prepare for the romantic break.

For your own style tips to create a Kate inspired wardrobe take a look at my book - retailing just over £10 on Amazon and it's a hardback book - perfect for Kate memorabilia collectors worldwide!

Kate Inspired Jacket

Evening all, just browsing asos and came across this beautiful tailored jacket from Ted Baker retailing at £169.00 which I though I should share with you.

http://www.asos.com/Ted-Baker/Ted-Baker-Short-Double-Breasted-Jacket/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=1452897&cid=2623&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Cream

It would make the perfect addition to any woman's wardrobe especially if that woman is inspired by Kate!

There is also a matching dress to really channel Kate's style.

http://www.asos.com/Ted-Baker/Ted-Baker-Peplum-Dress/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=1452756&cid=2623&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Cream

Just complete the look by accessorising with black pieces like a pashmina on a cold day or wedge sandals on spring day!