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Kate Middleton, “The Queen of the Holidays”…her distinctive looks over the years

The elegance of Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, is not limited to major formal occasions or royal tours. Rather, it reaches its peak during the Christmas season, when her looks become an annual reference for warm and balanced royal elegance. Kate Middleton succeeded in establishing a special visual identity for the festive season, combining ancient British traditions with a sophisticated modern touch, without falling into the trap of exaggeration or underestimating the event. This is why it was not surprising that she was nicknamed the “Queen of Christmas” in the world of royal fashion.

  • Kate Middleton, “The Queen of the Holidays”…her distinctive looks over the years

Since joining the royal family for the “Christmas” celebrations, the Princess of Wales has proven her ability to read the rules of royal elegance with remarkable accuracy. In 2011, a few months after her marriage to Prince William, in Westminster Abbey, Kate Middleton participated with the royal family in the birthday celebrations at the residence of Queen Elizabeth II in Sandringham, Norfolk County, and at that time she chose a burgundy dress/coat, which she coordinated with a matching hat designed by Jane Corbett, in a look that embodied her commitment to formal elegance in a calm, modern spirit.

  • Kate Middleton, “The Queen of the Holidays”...her distinctive looks over the years
    Kate Middleton, “The Queen of the Holidays”…her distinctive looks over the years

Her favorite Emilia Wickstead skirt in 2018:

Kate appeared in a skirt designed by Emilia Wickstead in 2018; When she hosted the Christmas party at Kensington Palace, she coordinated it with a black cashmere cardigan from “Brora” and shoes from “Ralph Lauren,” with a tartan pattern, as part of her festive wardrobe.

During the 2025 carol concert, Kate revealed a striking new skirt under her Catherine Walker coat. Fans caught glimpses of her as she walked; It is designed by Miu Miu and bears the name “Crystal-Embellished Pleated Wool Tartan Midi Skirt.” It features a bold tartan print in festive shades of red and green, with delicate crystal embroideries that add a touch of Christmas sparkle.

  • Kate Middleton, “The Queen of the Holidays”...her distinctive looks over the years
    Kate Middleton, “The Queen of the Holidays”…her distinctive looks over the years

In 2020, Kate caught the eye in a dazzling red dress by Needle & Thread, while hosting a glittering event at Buckingham Palace. It was not surprising that the famous “Aurora” dress sold out at record speed after she appeared in it. Red is the color of Christmas par excellence, and this particular piece was designed to be worn repeatedly over the years.

In 2022, she chose the dark burgundy color, one of the most prominent trends of the season at the time, with a coat designed by “Epinone” with harmonious accessories.

  • Kate Middleton, “The Queen of the Holidays”...her distinctive looks over the years
    Kate Middleton, “The Queen of the Holidays”…her distinctive looks over the years

Kate’s beautiful sweater:

In the holiday season of 2022, and through her warm Christmas look, Kate caught attention with a sweater described as beautiful from the “Roman” brand, thanks to its design, which reflects the quiet sophistication for which the Princess of Wales is famous.

Kate Middleton wore the “Fair Isle” sweater, by Holland Cooper, a look that combined simplicity, warmth and seasonal elegance, and soon became the talk of shoppers.

From winter white to warm burgundy for carol parties, Kate has proven her ability to offer elegant alternatives to classic colours. In 2023, she appeared in a specially designed white winter suit. While for Christmas 2023, she chose blue instead of the traditional colors, and the family members appeared in a harmonious color palette of blue and green, in a family photo that reflects modernity and belonging without disturbing the royal dignity.

  • Kate Middleton, “The Queen of the Holidays”...her distinctive looks over the years
    Kate Middleton, “The Queen of the Holidays”…her distinctive looks over the years

Appearance after absence… Birthday 2024:

After a difficult year spent out of the limelight due to her treatment journey, Kate’s appearance on Christmas 2024 was as touching as it was elegant. She chose a green jacket with a tartan scarf and a matching hat, in a look that carried a lot of symbolism: a calm, strong, and balanced return to the public scene, without any show.

At the fourth caroling ceremony in 2024, Kate shined in a long red coat from the designer of her wedding dress, Sarah Burton, for Alexander McQueen, decorated with a large black bow at the collar. The look, completed with pearl earrings and black shoes, was an elegant tribute to royal tradition, with a clear personal signature. Red, which has been repeated in her looks over the years, has never been a random choice, but rather a color that Kate uses intelligently on occasions that carry a festive and formal character at the same time.

  • Kate Middleton, “The Queen of the Holidays”...her distinctive looks over the years
    Kate Middleton, “The Queen of the Holidays”…her distinctive looks over the years

2025.. Royal green and a touch of fur:

At the fifth annual “Together at Christmas” party in 2025, Kate appeared in a long green coat decorated with fur at the collar, in a look that combined luxury and warmth. She coordinated the coat with elegant black shoes, and completed the “look” with dangling gold earrings designed by Robinson Pelham, which she had previously worn at the premiere of the movie “Top Gun: Maverick” in 2022.

Under the coat, the eye caught a glimpse of a skirt with a red and green tartan pattern, in a smart message that reflects her commitment to the spirit of Eid without imposing it directly visually.

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