See Kate Middleton’s Best Summer Styles Over the Years
See Kate Middleton’s Best Summer Styles Over the Years
Zoe KaplanWed, July 15, 2026 at 11:00 AM UTC
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Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge on June 17, 2022 in Ascot, England; Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge on July 31, 2022 in Plymouth, England; Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge on July 10, 2021 in London, England.Credit: Samir Hussein/WireImage; Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty; Karwai Tang/WireImage
Kate Middleton has a sophisticated summer style.
She married Prince William at Westminster Abbey on April 29, 2011, 10 years after they met at St. Andrews University. Since becoming a part of the royal family, the Princess of Wales has attended several public events and is known for her elegant fashion sense.
During the summer months, Kate tends to favor flowy midi dresses, bright colors and tailored blazers. At her yearly visit to Wimbledon in 2024, Middleton opted for a vibrant purple dress and pointed-toe pumps to present trophies to the winners.
However, she’s not afraid to reach for a pair of sneakers for more casual events. For the 2022 Great Britain Sail Grand Prix, the royal traded a dress for a striped sweater, shorts and white sneakers.
Below, see 20 of Kate Middleton’s best summer looks from over the years.
01 of 20
A Tweed Twist
Catherine, Princess of Wales departs from the wedding of Peter Phillips and Harriet Sperling on June 06, 2026 in Kemble, England.Credit: Chris Jackson/Getty
Kate attended the wedding of Peter Phillips and Harriet Sperling in June 2026, wearing a cream tweed dress by Roland Mouret.
She completed the look with matching pointed-toe pumps and a Jane Taylor London hat.
02 of 20
From the Heart
Catherine, Princess of Wales attends a Cancer Research UK 125th anniversary reception on June 2, 2026 in London, England.Credit: Yui Mok - Pool/Getty
At a St. James’s Palace reception honoring cancer research in June 2026, Kate put a fun twist on a classic polka dot pattern in this red Rodarte dress, which also featured small white hearts.
She kept the look monochrome with red pointed-toe pumps and a matching clutch.
03 of 20
Summer Whites
Catherine, Princess of Wales attends the Order of the Garter service on June 16, 2025 in Windsor, England.Credit: Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty
White is a timeless summer color, and Kate opted for the hue at the Order of the Garter service in June 2025.
She wore a Self-Portrait midi dress with a pleated skirt and blazer top, which she accessorized with a wide-brimmed hat and nude pointed-toe pumps.
04 of 20
Riding in Style
Catherine, Princess of Wales during Trooping The Colour 2025 on June 14, 2025 in London, England.Credit: Neil Mockford/Getty
In June 2025, Kate joined the ceremonial parade for Trooping the Colour in an aqua dress coat with ivory lapels by Catherine Walker.
She paired the vibrant look with a matching wide-brimmed hat by Juliette Botterill.
05 of 20
A Bold Hue
Catherine, Princess of Wales on day fourteen of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships on July 14, 2024 in London, England.Credit: Karwai Tang/WireImage
At Wimbledon’s 2024 men’s singles final, Kate made a statement in this bold purple dress by Safiyaa.
She complemented the bright color by pairing it with nude pointed-toe pumps and gold jewelry.
06 of 20
Breezy Blues
Catherine, Princess of Wales attends the Out-Sourcing Inc. Royal Charity Polo Cup 2023 on July 6, 2023 in Windsor, England.Credit: Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty
Kate made an appearance at the Royal Charity Polo Cup in July 2023 wearing a cornflower blue dress by Beulah London.
The maxi dress featured blouson sleeves and an all-over pattern, which she paired with nude slingback pumps.
07 of 20
Pastel Dream
Catherine, Princess of Wales attends day two of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships on July 04, 2023 in London, England.Credit: Karwai Tang/WireImage
For her Wimbledon outing in July 2023, Kate opted for a tennis-inspired outfit with this mint green Balmain blazer and a white pleated skirt.
She kept her accessories simple with white pointed-toe pumps and pearl drop earrings.
08 of 20
Shades of Pink
Catherine, Princess of Wales arrives at the first Children’s Picnic on May 22, 2023 in London, England.Credit: Jordan Pettitt-WPA Pool/Getty
In May 2023, Kate visited the Chelsea Flower Show at Royal Hospital Chelsea in a pink shirt dress by ME+EM.
She accessorized with a summer staple: nude espadrilles with lace-up straps.
09 of 20
Coastal Chic
Catherine, Duchess Of Cambridge during her visit to the 1851 Trust and the Great Britain SailGP Team on July 31, 2022 in Plymouth, England.Credit: Chris Jackson/Getty
For one of her more casual summer looks, Kate attended the 2022 Great Britain Sail Grand Prix in a navy and white striped sweater with white high-waisted shorts. She finished off the nautical-inspired look with white sneakers.
10 of 20
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Retro Vibes
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge during Royal Ascot 2022 on June 17, 2022 in Ascot, England.Credit: Chris Jackson/Getty
Polka dots are a signature pattern for Kate, and she donned them once again for the Royal Ascot in June 2022.
She paired a white and brown Alessandra Rich dress with brown suede pumps and a wide-brimmed floral hat by Sally-Ann Provan.
11 of 20
A Bit of Sunshine
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge attends the National Service of Thanksgiving on June 03, 2022 in London, England.Credit: Karwai Tang/WireImage
At the 2022 National Service for Thanksgiving, Kate brought the sunshine in a yellow Emilia Wickstead dress and a matching fascinator by Philip Treacy.
She completed the look with nude pumps and the Bahrain Pearl Drop Earrings.
12 of 20
On the Field
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge attends Wimbledon Championships Tennis Tournament on July 10, 2021 in London, England.Credit: Karwai Tang/WireImage
Kate coordinated her look with the grass court at Wimbledon in July 2021, wearing a green cap-sleeve dress by Emilia Wickstead.
She accessorized with white pumps and a gold bracelet.
13 of 20
Just Peachy
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge departs from Natural History Museum on June 22, 2021 in London, England.Credit: Samir Hussein/WireImage
Kate kept it casual for a visit to the Natural History Museum in June 2021, opting for a peach Chloe Blazer, a white top and jeans.
She finished off the look with white Veja sneakers and gold layered necklaces.
14 of 20
A Floral Moment
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, visits The Nook in the village of Framlingham Earl on June 25, 2020 in England.Credit: JOE GIDDENS/POOL/AFP via Getty
What’s summer without a floral maxi dress? Kate wore one by Faithfull The Brand with puff sleeves and a v-neckline for a visit to The Nook Hospice in June 2020.
She paired the dress with nude espadrilles and gold drop earrings.
15 of 20
Casual Stripes
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge during the inaugural Kings Cup regatta on August 08, 2019 in Cowes, England.Credit: Antony Jones/Getty
While hosting the Kings Cup regatta in August 2019, Kate gave summer knits a try in a striped Sandro top and navy double-breasted trousers.
She also opted for a practical shoe with white Superga sneakers.
16 of 20
Sheer Perfection
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge attends day one of Royal Ascot on June 18, 2019 in Ascot, England.Credit: Karwai Tang/WireImage
Kate sparkled at the 2019 Royal Ascot in a light blue Elie Saab dress, which featured silver embellishments and sheer sleeves.
She complemented the look with a blue floral hat, silver pumps and a matching clutch.
17 of 20
Lady in Red
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge attend The Queen’s Birthday Party on July 19, 2017 in Berlin, Germany.Credit: Chris Jackson - Pool/Getty
Kate attended a birthday party for Queen Elizabeth in July 2017, wearing a red off-the-shoulder dress by Alexander McQueen.
She paired the ruffled look with nude strappy heels.
18 of 20
A Pop of Color
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge at Youthscape on August 24, 2016 in Luton, England.Credit: Chris Jackson/Getty
Kate added a pop of blue to her summer whites in this L.K. Bennett midi dress for a visit to Youthscape in August 2016.
She kept her dress the focal point of the outfit by accessorizing with nude pumps and a matching clutch.
19 of 20
Bridal Memories
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge attends the second day of Royal Ascot on June 15, 2016 in Ascot, England.Credit: Chris Jackson/Getty
For the 2016 Royal Ascot, Kate paid homage to her wedding gown in a white lace dress by Dolce & Gabbana.
She accessorized with a matching fascinator by Jane Taylor and nude pointed-toe pumps.
20 of 20
Nautical Knits
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge visits the Province House on July 4, 2011 in Charlottetown, Canada.Credit: George Pimentel/WireImage
During the 2011 Royal Tour of Canada, Kate wore a cream knit dress by Alexander McQueen.
It featured a sailor collar and navy trimming, which she paired with navy suede pumps.
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