Kate Middleton Just Wore the Perfect Summer Dress—and It's £40 From Zara

We’re used to seeing Kate Middleton in custom Alexander McQueen coat dresses. However, this weekend the Duchess of Cambridge turned to the high street when she took Prince George and Princess Charlotte to watch Prince William in a polo match at Beaufort Polo Club. The blue-and-white striped Zara dress featured an off-the-shoulder neckline, a fluted A-line skirt, a belted waist and ruching along the bodice.
It’s no surprise after this royal endorsement that the £40 dress quickly sold out—but we couldn’t help but notice that on the website, several of the sizes say “coming soon” (so stay tuned). Kate paired her casual dress with low-heel espadrille wedges by Russell Bromley and a sturdy white tote. Princess Charlotte wore a floral pink The White Company sundress we wish came in adult sizes. Keep scrolling to see—and shop—Kate’s casual Sunday look.
On the Duchess of Cambridge: Zara Striped Off the Shoulder Dress (£40); Russell Bromley wedges
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Emma is a freelance fashion editor with over 15 years experience in industry, having worked at The Telegraph, Grazia and, most recently, British Vogue. Emma was part of the founding team of Who What Wear UK, where she worked for six years as Deputy Editor and then Editor—helping shape the team into what it is today is one of the biggest privileges of her career and she will always see herself as aBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing girl, contributing to both the US and UK sites. Whether she's writing about runway trends or spotlighting emerging brands, she aims to write about fashion in a way that is democratic and doesn't promote over consumption.
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