For years and years the Princess of Wales has shown her love for red and has repeatedly turned to the bold hue for some of her most memorable looks. From the festive Catherine Walker coat dress she wore last November to the V-neck Alexander McQueen dress she chose for Ascot, Kate Middleton seems to love red more than anything she wears. Among Middleton's favourite scarlet-coloured pieces is one particular red coat she can't stop wearing, first in 2020, again in 2024 - and today. A bespoke Alexander McQueen number.
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Nobody's Childwww.nobodyschild.com
The power of a pop of red was certainly one of the most defining trends of AW23, and it looks like it's not going anywhere. This crimson coat from Nobody's Child is just like the one we've spotted on the Princess of Wales, featuring similar style double breasted buttons, as well as an almost identical classic collar and long length.
While we can't all have a wardrobe filled with custom McQueen, high street brand Nobody's Child has just released a very similar red coat that looks like it was practically plucked from the Princess of Wales' wardrobe. Much like Middleton's go-to piece, the Red Double Breasted Wool-Blend Coat has both timeless tailoring and modern flair. Its longline cut, sharp lapels and double-breasted detailing means it wouldn't look out of place at a dressed-up event - or alternatively, on your morning commute.
Nobody's Child calls the red coat 'the coat of the season' and we're putting this down to its versatility. For the daytime, layer the coat over a chunky knit and straight-leg jeans, and pair with pointed boots or classic loafers. For something more evening-appropriate, use the coat as a statement piece and drape it over an LBD and accessorise with heels and gold jewellery. Regardless, the red coat echoes the kind of polished elegance the Princess has perfected over the years.
Shop: Other High Street Red Coats
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Karen Millenwww.karenmillen.com
If you want an alternative red coat, Karen Millen have some great (and on sale) styles, some of which, Middleton's even worn herself. This coat is crafted from a high quality, thick wool, and features double-breasted buttons and straight hanging skirt.
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Debenhams www.debenhams.com
NastyGal's red coat is also double-breasted for a more sophisticated (and of course Kate Middleton-inspired) look. The best part of this coat has to go to its shoulder pads and perfectly oversized structure, which means it looks just as great over a chunky knit as it does a white tee.
ASOS www.asos.com
Miss Selfridge also have a red coat offering, in the form of this belted (and double-breasted) style. With two handy pockets, a classic notch collar and longline cut, style over the top of a satin midi dress and knee-high boots.
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Stradivarius
Stradivarius' red coat is very similar to Kate Middleton's go-to style, with double-breasted black buttons, a notch collar and pocket detaling. To make sure the red really 'pops' in your outfit, style with an all-black ensemble and gold accessories.
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Nobody's Childwww.nobodyschild.com
If a solid red coat isn't your style, you can always opt for something that's a little easier to style - like this checked Nobody's Child number. The white and black pattern means it can easily go with either colour, and again it has a double-breasted design and handy pockets.
Gemma Lavers is a fashion commerce writer at Grazia, where she tracks down viral pieces and is as comfortable navigating the M&S new-in page as she is dissecting the latest celebrity look - yes, she can tell you exactly where a specific coat is from. When not writing, shopping or scrolling Instagram (find hers here), Gemma will likely be dreaming up her next holiday (and what she's going to wear).