When the weather cools, there’s a tendency to retreat into rigid outfit formulas—some combination of trousers, knit, and coat, and out the door we go. But winter dressing doesn’t have to feel so prescriptive. The beauty of the season lies in the layering, and if there’s one person who has reminded me of that this week, it’s Kate Middleton.
Yesterday, the Princess of Wales visited Mallon Farm alongside Prince William, wearing what can only be described as the ideal cold-weather outfit. The look began with a classic roll-neck, a cream knit cardigan, paired with a grey pleated skirt and black slouchy leather boots. She finished the ensemble with a deep-green waxed barn jacket—channelling the British country chic aesthetic that she’s mastered over the years.
As a self-professed knitwear obsessive, my eyes immediately went to her cream cardigan, which turned out to be from one of my favourite British brands, With Nothing Underneath. Known for its sustainably made capsule staples, the label has expanded from tailoring into beautifully cut knitwear. The Jura Cardigan—crafted from durable yet luxuriously soft yak wool—is designed to withstand unpredictable British weather. The “coffee” tone worn by Kate is particularly elegant, though it also comes in navy and black for those who prefer a darker palette.
Kate Middleton wearing the Jura cardigan from With Nothing Underneath.
As for the rest of her look, Middleton leaned into timeless wardrobe heroes: a Ralph Lauren pleated midi skirt, Penelope Chilvers suede boots, and a classic Barbour jacket—each a lesson in chic British dressing.
And the best part? Every piece is still in stock, which means replicating her elegant, countryside-inspired outfit has never been easier. Scroll to shop below.
Shop Kate Middleton's Exact Look
The knit in question, this is the perfect winter layer.
This Ralph Lauren skirt is the definition of elegance.
While the chocolate brown suede version is unavailable, "dark oak" is equally as chic.
The ultimate country jacket.
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