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While Kate Middleton’s closet couldn’t look more different than my own (I’m still working on curating an extensive collection of royal jewelry), one winter-ready staple has earned a spot in both of our winter wardrobes: a toasty warm coat.
On January 14, the Princess of Wales visited the Royal Marsden Hospital in London wearing an ankle-length brown plaid coat layered over a burgundy long-sleeve turtleneck dress, which she styled with a matching handbag and pointed-toe heels.
Not only did the Princess’s coat call to mind outerwear we’d seen her in before, but her dress style looked slightly familiar, too. Kelly Clarkson wore a similar long-sleeve maxi dress when hosting an episode of The Kelly Clarkson Show just last week, and Juliane Moore gave the silhouette her sartorial stamp of approval in December.
Ready to join me in giving your wardrobe a polished upgrade? Keep scrolling to shop coats and dresses inspired by Kate’s look at Amazon, Anthropologie, and more stores from $35.
Kate Middleton’s Outfit Blueprint
Levi’s Tea Length Double-Breasted Blazer Jacket
I practically live in long coats come winter (no cropped styles here), and this Kate-inspired option would make a great addition to my cold-weather closet. Its trendy plaid pattern and stately lapels closely resemble the Princess’s look, and several reviewers note that it’s as “comfy and warm” as it is cute. Plus, one shopper, who received the coat for free, said it “feels like a weighted blanket in the best way.” Today, snag it on sale from $119.
Banana Republic Wide-Ribbed Turtleneck Maxi Dress
Kate layered her polished overcoat over a burgundy turtleneck dress, and this option from Banana Republic is a close match for her flattering style. Available in sizes XXS to XXL, this dress is made from a soft and silky jersey fabric that stretches and forms to your body. Its ankle-skimming length makes it a smart choice for chilly weather, and one shopper said the fabric’s ribbed texture “adds just the right amount of elegance.”
Daily Practice by Anthropologie Karigan Sweater Midi Dress: Turtleneck Edition
Looking for a thicker turtleneck dress to snuggle up in this season? This knit option from Antholopogie is a winter wardrobe no-brainer. Its slightly oversized fit makes it well-suited for everything from a day of running errands to a night out with friends, and one reviewer said it’s “beyond comfortable.” Pick it up in Kate-inspired deep red, or choose from three additional solid colors — blue, black, and dark gray — plus a white, orange, and purple striped style.
Keep scrolling to shop more long coats and long-sleeve dresses inspired by Kate Middleton’s outfit blueprint below.
Chartou Double-Breasted Long Peacoat
Quince Italian Wool Double-Breasted Coat
Maeve Puff-Sleeve Double-Breasted Wool-Blend Long Coat
Cflonge Ribbed Long-Sleeve Dress
Asos Design Ribbed Turtleneck Dress
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