Kate Middleton's Sartorial Reign: See Her 10 Most Iconic Looks
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Though there are many reasons to love Kate Middleton, a distinguished Duchess, a renowned philanthropist, and an adoring mother, it's her refined ladylike style that keeps us on constant Middleton watch. From glittering Jenny Packham gowns to British-branded Alexander McQueen creations, Kate has the couture game on lock — but that's not to say the lady of the hour is all about name brands. We've spotted the Duchess working statement pieces on more than one occasion and forgoing royal diamonds for more accessible accessories, which has kicked our adoration into overdrive.
To celebrate Kate's 32nd birthday, we're counting down her top 10 most iconic looks to date. Scroll down, and see if your favorite fashions made the cut!
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The new mom went playful in a light blue polka-dot Jenny Packham frock and neutral espadrilles for Prince George's first photo op in July 2013. Proud papa, William, must have gotten the baby blue for baby boy memo.
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Kate's first postbaby red carpet appearance was nothing short of glamorous. Her shimmering pale gold Jenny Packham gown was expertly accessorized with equally sparkling accessories: strappy sandals and a bejeweled bracelet.
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Middleton glowed in a navy ruched Issa dress while posing with her handsome fiancé, now husband, William in November 2010.
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Even Kate's daywear is polished to perfection. The brunette stunner donned a military-inspired McQueen duo — contrast-trim blouse, and gold-buttoned pencil skirt — in Birmingham, England, in August 2011.
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The Duchess glittered in a pale pink sequin gown by Jenny Packham for ARK's 10th anniversary gala dinner in June 2011.
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From the lovely lilac hue to the soft fluttering train, we love everything about the ethereal Alexander McQueen number she chose for a 2011 BAFTA event in LA.
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Kate clearly has a thing for McQueen, going monochrome in a pleated and peplum dress by the fashion house, nude LK Bennett pumps, and a dapper Sylvia Fletcher fascinator for the 2012 jubilee.
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Middleton left us breathless in a teal Jenny Packham gown, featuring a plunging neckline, lace insets, and a jeweled belt, while walking the BOA Olympic Concert red carpet with Prince William in May 2012.
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This lacy Alice by Temperley gown hugged Kate in all the right places. A velvet Pretty Ballerina clutch and diamond tennis bracelet enhanced the dramatic elegance of her War Horse premiere look in 2012.
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Technically this is two different looks, but since they were worn the same day, and both designed by Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen, let's just count them as one. Okay? For the biggest day in our her life, Kate Middleton dazzled in an angelic princess gown, then partied the night away in a white satin gazar and strapless silhouette, embellished with silver diamante embroidery, topped with a soft white angora bolero cardigan .