Kate Middleton is, inadvertently, one of the world's most powerful influencers. Just like the Duchess of Sussex, whatever she wears tends to sell out immediately and, if she wears a custom designer outfit, it inevitably spawns countlesscopycat looks in no time. This is why news that a high street coat that she wore less than a month ago is still in stock is very surprising indeed.
When visiting the University of Derby on October 6, the Duchess of Cambridge wore a tailored checked coat over smart black trousers and a pale blue jumper. Kate is known to have great coat game, especially when it comes to red outerwear, but a lot of them tend to come from designer labels. Imagine our delight, then, when we discovered that it was in fact from the high street.
The coat is from Massimo Dutti and costs £249. Despite the fact that the Duchess wore it nearly a month ago it is, amazingly, still in stock. And it might be the perfect winter cover-up considering its timeless print and shape.
BUY: Kate Middleton's Checked High Street Coat
1 of 1Massimo Dutti, Checked Wool Coat, £249
Winter 2020 has seen an increase in both online searches and sales for coats which are practical, understandable as lockdown forces us to do any limited socialising outside, in freezing temperatures. And while puffer jackets and teddy bear coats are a no brainer for a cold snap, a smart, tailored coat will be something you have in your wardrobe forever – and it goes with everything.
Wear it with jeans and you've smartened them up, or throw over midi dresses with boots. However you wear it, you can rest assured that your new coat has the royal seal of approval.