One notable instance of their style synchronization occurred in 2010, when Carole donned a stunning navy blue tuxedo dress at Royal Ascot, which Kate later recycled in 2012 during the opening of the Treehouse Children’s Hospice in Ipswich. However, a lesser-known outfit shared between them dates back to a wedding just after Kate’s own royal nuptials.
In 2011, shortly after marrying Prince William, Kate attended the wedding of friends Thomas Sutton and Harriet Colthurst at St. Mary and St. Nicholas Church in Wiltshire. For the occasion, the then 29-year-old royal turned to her mother for assistance, selecting a cherry red Colette Dinnigan dress featuring short sleeves, a fitted waist, and a knee-length skirt with a sheer lace overlay.
Carole had previously worn the same £650 frock in 2009 for the Royal Academy’s summer exhibition, complete with matching accessories including a Prada fascinator and burgundy patent heels. Kate, on the other hand, accessorized her look with her iconic sapphire and diamond engagement ring, formerly owned by the late Princess Diana, along with her wedding band from Clive Christian.
Beyond these shared outfits, the two have a long history of attending high-profile events together, often in complementary styles. Carole has been celebrated for her impeccable fashion sense, especially when she appeared as the picture-perfect mother of the bride at Kate’s wedding to Prince William in 2011. On that occasion, she opted for a pastel blue coat dress by Catherine Walker, elegantly paired with a matching hat.
Despite her stylish appearances, Carole has candidly admitted her aversion to shopping, stating in an interview with The Telegraph, “Like every mother, I wanted to look my best, to make my children proud and enjoy the day.”
In 2017, she demonstrated her fashion prowess again at the wedding of her youngest daughter, Pippa Middleton, to James Matthews, stunning in a pastel pink coat dress adorned with oversized buttons and a coordinating floral hat.
Kate has also inherited her mother’s fashion sense, consistently turning heads at various weddings since her royal ascent. From a cream blazer and skirt ensemble at the wedding of Rose Astor in 2005 to a chic cream dress coat with a feathered hat at Laura Lopes’ wedding in 2006, Kate has showcased her ability to blend royal elegance with contemporary style.
Their shared love for fashion is evident in every appearance, with both women often choosing pieces that not only highlight their personal style but also resonate with each other’s tastes. As they continue to grace events together, their fashionable bond is a testament to their enduring relationship and mutual appreciation for elegance.
