Modern Style Icon: HRH The Duchess of Cambridge

I’ve always been drawn to the Royal Family and because Prince William and I are so close in age, I’ve always watched him and his brother Harry fairly closely. I remember being absolutely devastated at age 15 when Princess Diana passed away. After seeing the Royals go through such a dark period, I am so happy to see them living in such a wonderful, happy era and I believe that much of that is due to the beautiful Duchess of Cambridge, nee Catherine Middleton. Since I am in London and because this is the “Best of British” week here on LDV, I knew this month’s “Modern Style Icon” would have to be British. Naturally, when dealing in style icons, Kate Moss comes to mind immediately. However, what could be more British than a modern-day Princess?

In a world filled with Mileys and Kardashians, Kate Middleton is an absolute breath of fresh air. She is poised and elegant, beautiful and dignified. She is the type of woman young girls should be emulating. Teen girls should adopt the mantra, “What would Kate do?”! As the most photographed woman in the world and as the future Queen of England, Kate is always a vision opting for classic, timeless pieces. While she dresses conservatively, she brings a modern sensibility to each of her ensembles opting for British designers like Alexander McQueen, Jenny Packham, Burberry, and Alice Temperley. Kate has handled every chapter of her public life brilliantly—girlfriend, fiancee, bride, wife, mother—and I look forward to seeing what the future holds for her, Prince William, and baby George.

{Everything Kate wears seems to sell out in minutes, including the sapphire ISSA dress she wore for the announcement of her engagement to Prince William.}

{A Vision of Bridal Perfection in Alexander McQueen}

{A Ladylike Look for a Friend’s Wedding}

{Kate is drawn to feminine details, like the ruffled hem on her Burberry trench coat.}

{Kate frequently wears various shades of blue along with her favorite nude L.K. Bennett pumps.}

   {Red is such a great color on her!}

{A Chic, Relaxed Ensemble for Olympic festivities in 2012}

  {She looks so great dressed down!}

{A Thoroughly Modern Princess}

{Stunning in a Jenny Packham gown during the Duke and Duchess’ tour of North America shortly after their wedding in 2011.}

{I love this grey Grecian gown by Jenny Packham}

{Kate managed to look so chic throughout her pregnancy.}

{She was absolutely radiant (so soon!) after giving birth to baby George.}

{Ushering in a New Chapter as the Royal Family}

   

 

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