It’s Valentine’s Day and what better way to celebrate than with a look at some of Kate Middleton’s most romantic outfits! From sparkling sequins to floaty chiffon to delicate lace, these outfits are the epitome of romantic elegance!
Let’s start with one of my all time favourite gowns:
1. Ombre Pink Gucci Gown at 100 Women in Finance Gala, 2019.
I had to start the post with this look—a pink and cream floaty frock that looks good enough to eat! It’s by Gucci.
The then-Duchess wore the ombré gown to 2019’s 100 Women in Finance’s gala dinner at the Victoria & Albert Museum. She accessorised with a pair of glittery Oscar de la Renta pumps, a Prada clutch and a pair of Kiki McDonough morganite earrings.
2. Temperley London in India, 2016
The Princess turned heads in this Temperley London ensemble during a visit to New Delhi in 2016.
She wore the designer’s matching Delphia maxi skirt and crop top to a special reception held in honour of Queen Elizabeth’s 90th birthday.
I just ADORE the intricate embroidery. This is a look I’ve love to see her wear again.
She paired the dress with a black Prada handbag, a pair of black sandals (thought to be from Gianvito Rossi but not confirmed) and a pair of unidentified earrings that date back to at least 2007 (candid photos show Miss Middleton wearing them during a night out).
3. The Vampire’s Wife Gown in Belize, 2022
I think we can all agree this is one of Kate’s most romantic looks to date—a glittering hot pink gown with a floor-length skirt and flutter sleeves from cult favourite brand, The Vampire’s Wife.
It’s known as the ‘Light Sleeper’ dress in ruby pink. The Princess wore the sequinned garment during an evening reception in Belize during last year’s tour.
She paired the gorgeous gown with gold earrings by O’Nitaa, a pair of Jimmy Choo mimi sandals in gold and finished the look with a clutch bag decorated with Maya embroidery.
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4. The Jenny Packham Gown at the Ark Gala, 2011
Pink, tulle, beads and sequins… ✅ I think this Jenny Packham gown was an obvious choice for my ‘romantic roundup.’
The newlywed caused such a buzz when she stepped onto the Ark Gala’s purple carpet wearing the pearlescent frock in 2011. She looked stunning with her glowing tan and immaculately coiffed hair. This look has remained a firm fan favourite ever since.
The Princess chose tonal accessories, selecting a pink Prada clutch and pink L.K. Bennett sandals with a bow. Her silver Links of London earrings provided a glamorous finishing touch.
5. Alexander McQueen One Shoulder Gown at BAFTA, 2019
This was another standout look for the Princess that just had to be included within this article. The etherial dress was by Alexander McQueen. Kate wore it to the 2019 BAFTAS.
The designer finished the grecian one-shoulder gown with a floral appliqué. I’ve watched videos of Kate walking in the gown and the skirt moves beautifully, I think the floaty fabric, multiple layers and scalloped hem cause it to almost ~dance~ across the floor.
The Princess finished the look with glamorous accessories, Princess Diana’s diamond and pearl earrings and a pair of Jimmy Choo Romy 100 pumps in silver and dusk blue glitter. She also wore a diamond bracelet that once belonged to the Queen Mother and a satin clutch from Alexander McQueen.
6. Kate Spade Encore Rose Chiffon Dress, 2016
I could have filled this article with gowns exclusively—the princess has worn so many beautiful designs over the last decade plus. I thought it was time to sprinkle in a couple of other looks too. This Kate Spade piece immediately popped into my mind—it’s a pink floaty chiffon dress adorned with a purple rose print and finished with a flirty pussybow neck tie.
I’ve always loved this dress, but I doubt we’ll see the princess wear it again—she tends to gravitate towards longer hems these days.
The Princess wore the dress to an event to mark World Mental Health Day in October 2016.
She finished her romantic look with a pair of Gianvito Rossi 105 pumps in praline suede, her L.K. Bennett Natalie clutch in trench and her Kiki McDonough Classic Cushion Drop earrings in pink morganite.
7. Needle & Thread Aurora Gown in Red Sequin Lace, multiple wears
We’ve seen the Princess wear this shimmering dress twice in public to date—at the UK-Africa Investment Summit at Buckingham Palace in 2020 and during the Royal Carols: Together At Christmas television show in 2022.
The cherry red colour, elegant ruffles, flowing skirt, mesh sleeves, floaty tulle and glittering sequins make the dress a prime candidate for this article—I’d say it’s most definitely one of the most romantic garments in her wardrobe!
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On both occasions, Kate finished her look with Gianvito Rossi 105 pumps in red suede and her Soru ruby earrings.
8. Ice Pink Alexander McQueen Suit 2022
I wanted to include something other than a dress in this article and this fabulous pink power suit sprung to mind. The then-Duchess paired the beautifully tailored jacket and straight leg trousers with coordinating pink shoes by Emmy London in the colour ‘Makeup’. She finished the look with sparkling diamond jewellery from Mappin & Webb.
We saw the Princess in this look in June last year, for a roundtable meeting with Government minsters and professionals from the Early Years sector.
Kate’s worn a bunch of suits recently, I think it’s her way of showing she means business!
9. Beulah London Shibani Heart Print Scarf, South Wales 2020
Here’s the Princess wearing a very romantic accessory—a heart print scarf by Beulah London. She selected the item for a series of engagements in South Wales in February 2020.
We’ve spotted in her in a few other romantic accessories over the years too:
From left to right: an open heart-shaped pendant by Lola Rose, a gold chain necklace with a heart pendant by Laura Lombardi and a Clutch bag with a gold clasp shaped like lips by Lulu Guinness.
Have I forgotten any?
10. Kate’s wedding gown by Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen, 2011
Of course, I have to end this article with Kate’s stunning—and iconic—wedding gown. Officially her most romantic look to date, wouldn’t you agree?
The dress featured a lace bodice with long sleeves and a v-neckline, a satin skirt with a train that measured approximately nine feet, and a veil made of ivory silk tulle. The intricate lace appliqué on the bodice and skirt was handcrafted by the Royal School of Needlework.
What did I miss? Which outfits should I have included?
Happy Valentine’s Day <3
Great post, thanks! I have always adored the Gucci gown and don’t think it got as much love as it should have. My all-time favourite is the pink Jenny Packham though, just exquisite. Love it when her romantic and/or boho side comes out and sadly we haven’t seen much of it recently. Definitely a lot of power dressing going on at the moment which is understandable but not my favourite. Miss pattern and detail! I’m interested to see what she wears to the BAFTAs this weekend.
The Gucci – I am hoping we’ll see again someday. It’s too pretty not to see again!
Ahhh I am very nostalgic about the pink JP. That was a MOMENT!