No matter the occasion, no matter the day, you know Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales will show up in style. Time and time again, Kate’s royal fashion embodies the sought-after British royal family style, from whimsical hats to colorful ensembles. But the one trend we see more and more from her is that we see her rocking the monochromatic trend.
Kate has become less and less shy about wearing the boldest look in the room, swapping pastels and simple prints for bright colors. For those that don’t know, the monochromatic color trend is when someone styles themselves in one color of a single hue, giving a very visually appealing look. The monochromatic color trend is a staple amongst the royal family, with the late Queen Elizabeth II later being known for her vibrant, daring ensembles under the same trend. And now it seems Kate is becoming the go-to gal for making this trend her own!
While people adore her glittering gowns and casual looks, we have a particularly soft spot for her looks that show off her daring side. We don’t mean outfits that break royal protocol, we mean ones that are as vibrant as it gets!
No matter the color on the rainbow, Kate knows how to make this trend her own. Check out some of our favorite monochromatic looks of hers from the past decade below.
A version of this article was originally published on Nov 2022.
Emerald Green (2024)
Image Credit: Samir Hussein/WireImage Kate Middleton looked absolutely radiant at the 2024 Christmas morning service in this emerald-green long double-breasted wool coat paired with a green-and-blue tartan scarf and a bow-adorned green fascinator.
All in Maroon (2024)
Image Credit: Samir Hussein/WireImage Kate Middleton wowed at the Ceremonial Welcome to His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani of Qatar on Dec. 3 in this maroon Alexander McQueen coat. As for her stylin, Middleton wore these knee-high Gianvito Rossi boots, a matching Sahar Millinery hat and a Chanel bag.
Purple Power (2023)
Image Credit: Photo by Chris Jackson/Getty Images. For the Shaping Us National Symposium, where she made her headline-making speech, she donned this brilliant, purple Emilia Wickstead suit (and blue suede Gianvito Rossi heels)!
Cobalt Blue Catherine (2023)
Image Credit: Photo by John Linton / POOL / AFP) (Photo by JOHN LINTON/POOL/AFP via Getty Images. While going to the St Giles’ Cathedral to attend a National Service of Thanksgiving and Dedication, Kate turned heads in this all-blue, monochromatic look that fans couldn’t get enough of!
Rocking the Red (2023)
Image Credit: Eddie Mulholland – WPA Pool/Getty Images. When Kate Middleton attended a pre-campaign launch for a BAFTA event, she rocked her favorite color: red. She arrived, wowing everyone with this asymmetrical red suit look featuring a bow Miu Miu clutch, statement earrings by the brand Florence in the style Regency, and her go-to Gianvito Rossi ‘Gianvito 105’ Pumps.
Holiday Green (2022)
Image Credit: Stephen Pond/Getty Images Looking holiday-ready, Kate wore a dark green coat dress which featured a mock neck and plenty of pockets for the Christmas Day service at Sandringham Church. She paired the coat with brown suede heeled boots, black gloves and a matching green brimmed fedora that included a bow and sleek feather. Chic and sophisticated!
Christmas Magic in Maroon (2022)
Image Credit: Chris Jackson/Getty Images Attending the ‘Together at Christmas’ Carol Service at Westminster Abbey on Dec 15, Kate looked chic and ready for the holidays in this full maroon ensemble. At the family event, Princess Charlotte matched her mom in a coat of the same shade.
Fall in Fuchsia (2022)
Image Credit: Leon Neal/Getty Images Kate looked absolutely stunning in this full fuchsia ensemble as she welcomed the President of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa, on Nov 22, 2022. The royal paired this gorgeous Emilia Wickstead coat dress with a matching Sean Barrett hat and color-coordinated heels and a Mulberry bag.
Outstanding in Olive (2022)
Image Credit: Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images. Who knew the color olive could look so effortlessly chic? Kate wowed everyone in this Hobbs Lori Wool Cashmere coat, which she paired with a matching Mango ribbed knitted midi-dress and a Jimmy Choo palace clutch.
Terrific in Tan (2022)
Image Credit: Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images. Kate looked absolutely stunning in this head-to-toe tan ensemble consisting of a midi-length turtleneck dress, a Max&Co camel coat on top with Ralph Lauren heels, and a DeMellier purse.
Baby Blue Beauty (2022)
Image Credit: Pool/Samir Hussein/WireImage. Blue really is Kate’s color, especially when she rocked this Alexander McQueen coat dress with matching G. Collins and Sons jewelry, Aquazzura shoes, and Juliette Botterill hat.
Youthful in Yellow (2022)
Image Credit: Samir Hussein/WireImage. We don’t see Kate in yellow often, but when we do: she knows how to rock the color. Earlier in 2022, Kate wowed in this pastel yellow dress by Emilia Wickstead and matching Gianvito Rossi 105 Pumps In Bisque Suede.
Confident in Coral (2022)
Image Credit: DOMINIC LIPINSKI/POOL/AFP via Getty Images. While we love Kate in red and blue, coral is really her color as well. For the Royal Garden Party in May 2022, she turned heads in this Emilia Wickstead coatdress, which she paired with a Lyssa style hat by Jane Taylor, Emmy London Rebecca Court Shoes In Makeup Pink Suede, and a Bags By Josef Vintage Beaded Clutch.
Charismatic in Cream (2022)
Image Credit: Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images. This white Self-Portrait Tailored Crepe Lace Detail Midi Dress, matching shoes, clutch, and Monica Vinader Nura Pearl Necklace may be one of our favorite monochromatic looks from Kate in 2022!
Royal Woman in White (2022)
Image Credit: DANIEL LEAL/AFP via Getty Images. Kate Middleton truly emobdied the royal spirit in this pristine Alexander McQueen Pleated Fit & Flare Wool Coat In Ivory White.
Pastel Princess for Easter (2022)
Image Credit: Andrew Matthews-WPA Pool/Getty Images. For Easter 2022, Kate (and her daughter Charlotte) matched, with Kate in a pastel blue ensemble of a coat dress by Emilia Wickstead and Emmy London Rebecca Court Shoes in Riviera Blue Suede.
Cobalt Blue in Belize (2022)
Image Credit: Pool/Samir Hussein/WireImage. To show her support for Belize during her trip, she wore their main color for her ensemble of a blue lace dress by Jenny Packham and matching Emmy London Rebecca Court Shoes In Cobalt Blue Suede.
Iconic Green for St Patrick’s Day (2022)
Image Credit: Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images. For the 2022 St. Patrick’s Day, Kate opted for her usual dark green look, this time rocking a made-to-order Laura Green London Emilia Coat and matching, Emmy London Rebecca Court Shoes In Greenery Suede and The Lock & Co. Mayfair Pillbox Hat.
Best in Blue (2022)
Image Credit: Samir Hussein/WireImage. For the annual Commonwealth Service on Commonwealth Day in 2022, Kate reminded everyone that blue is her color in a coat dress by Catherine Walker, which she paired with a Jimmy Choo Celeste Clutch and Rupert Sanderson Malory Pumps.
Festive in Red (2021)
Image Credit: Samir Hussein/WireImage. For the “Together at Christmas” community carol service in 2021 (when Kate wowed everyone with her piano skills), she looked enchanting in this red Catherine Walker Beau Tie Coat Dress. She paired the stunning, festive look with Gianvito Rossi ‘Gianvito 105’ Pumps and a Miu Miu Red Bow Bag.
Future Queen in Blue (2019)
Image Credit: Photo by Samir Hussein/WireImage. During their trip to Ireland in 2019, Kate stole the show in this stunning baby blue coat dress, which she paired with matching, dark blue shoes and a clutch.
Muted Blue at Royal Ascot (2019)
Image Credit: Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage. For the 2019 Royal Ascot, all eyes were on Kate Middleton and her muted blue Elie Saab Blue Macramé Pussy-Bow Top and matching Embroidered Tulle Skirt.
Royal in Royal Blue (2019)
Image Credit: Samir Hussein/WireImage. When Kate Middleton visited the Margalla Hills National Park during her and Prince William’s trip to Pakistan in Oct 2019, she wowed in a matching, royal blue tunic, trousers, and a two-toned chiffon scarf set by Pakistani fashion designer Maheen Khan.
Pastel Green Goddess (2018)
Image Credit: Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage. We don’t see Kate in pastel green often, but after we saw her in this stunning coat and midi-dress ensemble, we want this to be a common occurrence!
Magnificent in Magenta (2018)
Image Credit: Photo by Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images. For Princess Eugenie’s royal wedding, Kate rocked a magenta set of a dress from Alexander McQueen, with matching Prada Raso Minaudiere bag and Prada Velvet Pumps.
Daring in Dark Blue (2018)
Image Credit: Photo by Samir Hussein/Samir Hussein/WireImage. From the stunning dark blue coat dress to the darker matching accessories, Kate looked breathtaking as she arrived to open McLaren Automotive’s new Composites Technology Centre.
Pastel Purple Dream (2017)
Image Credit: Photo by Chris Jackson – Pool/Getty Images. When Kate visited the Maritime Museum, she looked like an elegant dream in this pastel purple Emilia Wickstead Kate Dress.
Pretty in Pink (2017)
Image Credit: Photo by James Devaney/WireImage. For the Trooping the Colour parade, Kate wore an all-pink outfit that would’ve made Elle Woods proud. She rocked a baby pink Alexander McQueen Pleated Dress and a matching custom hat from Jane Taylor.
White in Warsaw (2017)
Image Credit: Photo by DMC/GC Images. Kate always looks so angelic in white, especially when she wore this all white look (topped with an Alexander McQueen Peplum Coat) to the Warsaw Rising Museum in 2017.
White Lace Lady (2016)
Image Credit: Photo by Samir Hussein/WireImage. For day two of Royal Ascot in 2016, Kate looked sensational in this all-white lace ensemble of a L.K. Bennett Natalie Straw Clutch, Gianvito Rossi ‘Gianvito 105’ Pumps, and a showstopping gown from Dolce & Gabbana.
Fiery Red Fashion (2016)
Image Credit: Photo by Matt Dunham/WPA Pool/Getty Images. At the Order of The Garter Service at Windsor Castle on June 13, 2016, Kate looked insanely gorgeous in this all-red ensemble.
Wowing in Mumbai (2016)
Image Credit: Photo by Heathcliff O’Malley-Pool/Getty Images. All eyes were on Kate when she stepped out in Mumbai in this pristine ivory midi-dress from Emilia Wickstead, which she paired with Rupert Sanderson Calice Pump and a Mulberry Bayswater Clutch.
Daring in Navy Blue (2015)
Image Credit: Chris Jackson/Getty Images. Kate looked so enchanting in this all-navy look of Beulah London’s ‘Chiara‘ coat, Alexander McQueen Blue Suede Heels, and a Stuart Weitzman Muse Clutch.
All-Blue Maternity Look (2015)
Image Credit: Photo by Samir Hussein/WireImage. Back in 2015, Kate visited the Emma Bridgewater Factory in an all-blue ensemble we still think about daily. She wowed in a Seraphine Florrie Floral Print Maternity Dress, Jimmy Choo Georgia Pumps, and a L.K. Bennett Frome Clutch.
Princess in Pastel Pink (2015)
Image Credit: Photo by Samir Hussein/WireImage. Who could forget when Kate looked like a pastel pink princess in this coatdress she paired with a matching Prada Raso Minaudiere clutch and a hat piece by Jane Taylor Millinery?
Bold in Black & White (2014)
Image Credit: Photo by George Pimentel/WireImage. Is anyone else getting Holly Golightly from Breakfast at Tiffany’s vibes from this black-and-white look? Kate rocked this monochromatic ensemble of a Goat Washingon Coat, with Cornelia James Imogen Gloves and a matching Mulberry Bayswater Clutch.
White at Grand Place (2014)
Image Credit: Danny Martindale/WireImage. At the reception at Grand Place in 2014, no one could take their eyes off of Kate and her chic ensemble. For the occasion, she wore a stunning white coat dress with matching hat, shoes, and pumps.
Graceful in Green (2014)
Image Credit: Chris Jackson/Getty Images. Kate looked fabulous in this all-green ensemble for the St Patrick’s Day parade in 2014, especially when she topped the monochromatic look with this Hobbs London Persephone Trench Coat.
Beautiful in Blue (2014)
Image Credit: Danny Martindale/WireImage. Blue really is Kate’s color, and we still adore the time she rocked this baby blue L.K. Bennett Detroit Dress.
Noble in Navy (2013)
Image Credit: Chris Jackson/Getty Images. While attending the Place2Be Forum in 2013, Kate stunned in this dark navy ensemble of a Orla Kiely Solid Crepe Blend Skirt, matching sweater, and a Stuart Weitzman Muse Clutch.
Charming in Chocolate (2013)
Image Credit: Bruce Adams – WPA Pool/Getty Images. Every time Kate rocks a chocolate color, it takes everyone’s breath away. Back in 2013, no one could take their eyes off of her in this Hobbs Celeste Coat in Chestnut Brown, which she paired with a Great Plains Cezanne Dress underneath.
