The 5 Style Staples Kate Middleton Swears By

As the Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton has a wardrobe fit for any royal. Her timeless and sophisticated style shines through the designers she wears—from Dolce & Gabbana to Preen by Thorton Bregazzi—and the heirlooms she dons (like Princess Diana’s crown jewel). But the Duchess herself also knows what works best for her figure and, as such, has a rotating set of essentials that are not only classic, but also versatile enough to go from government reception to evening premiere. Here, the pieces that get Kate’s royal stamp of approval.