Kate Middleton's Top 10 Style Moments of 2023, from Glam Tiaras to Chic Suits

Mar. 15, 2025

2023 proved to be another fashionable year forKate Middleton.

From glamorous ballgowns paired with tiaras for Buckingham Palace receptions to jeans paired with casual tops for outdoor adventures,Princess Kate’s wardrobe in 2023had it all, but which stood out above the rest? See her top looks of the year below.

01of 10Coronation KateKate Middleton at the coronation on May 6, 2023.Dan Charity - WPA Pool/GettyPrincess Kate’s most regal look of the year came at King Charles and Queen Camilla’s coronation on May 6. She topped an Alexander McQueen dress in ivory silk crepe with silver bullion and thread work embroidery featuring rose, thistle, daffodil and shamrock motifs with theRoyal Victorian Order robereflecting her status as a Dame Grand Cross of the Royal Victorian Order.Instead of a tiara, as some expected, she topped off her look with aJess Collett x Alexander McQueen headpiecefeaturing silver bullion, crystal and silver threadwork three-dimensional leaf embroidery.

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Coronation Kate

Kate Middleton at the coronation on May 6, 2023.Dan Charity - WPA Pool/Getty

Dan Charity - WPA Pool/Getty

Princess Kate’s most regal look of the year came at King Charles and Queen Camilla’s coronation on May 6. She topped an Alexander McQueen dress in ivory silk crepe with silver bullion and thread work embroidery featuring rose, thistle, daffodil and shamrock motifs with theRoyal Victorian Order robereflecting her status as a Dame Grand Cross of the Royal Victorian Order.

Instead of a tiara, as some expected, she topped off her look with aJess Collett x Alexander McQueen headpiecefeaturing silver bullion, crystal and silver threadwork three-dimensional leaf embroidery.

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Princess Moment

Kate Middleton at the Diplomatic Corps reception at Buckingham Palace on Dec. 6, 2023.Jonathan Brady / POOL / AFP

Jonathan Brady / POOL / AFP

Kate also woreQueen Elizabeth’s Greville Chandelier earrings on both occasions, completing the dazzling look.

03of 10Classic RoyalKate Middleton at the Order of the Garter Service on June 19, 2023.Mark Cuthbert/UK Press via Getty ImagesPrincess Kate proved that polka dots are a classic print that never goes out of style at theOrder of the Garter serviceat Windsor Castle in June. She paired the Alessandra Rich dress with a Philip Treacy hat in black and white for the occasion, standing out among the crowd (even those sporting the blue robes and hats topped with ostrich feathers of the ancient order!).

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Classic Royal

Kate Middleton at the Order of the Garter Service on June 19, 2023.Mark Cuthbert/UK Press via Getty Images

Mark Cuthbert/UK Press via Getty Images

Princess Kate proved that polka dots are a classic print that never goes out of style at theOrder of the Garter serviceat Windsor Castle in June. She paired the Alessandra Rich dress with a Philip Treacy hat in black and white for the occasion, standing out among the crowd (even those sporting the blue robes and hats topped with ostrich feathers of the ancient order!).

04of 10Barbie GirlKate Middleton visits the Foundling Museum on May 25, 2023.Neil Mockford/GC ImagesDuring aMay 25 visitto the Foundling Museum, Princess Kate embraced theBarbiecore trendsweeping the world thanks to theBarbiemovie. She paired a pink suit with a matching top and a statement white belt and matching shoes, looking straight out of a Mattel box.Kate woremany colorful suitsthroughout the year. “I think it marks a new era in her royal life,” Bethan Holt, fashion director at theDaily Telegraphtold PEOPLE. “It shows her confidence is growing and that she’s willing to take more risks and do something that might not have come naturally to her.”

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Barbie Girl

Kate Middleton visits the Foundling Museum on May 25, 2023.Neil Mockford/GC Images

Neil Mockford/GC Images

During aMay 25 visitto the Foundling Museum, Princess Kate embraced theBarbiecore trendsweeping the world thanks to theBarbiemovie. She paired a pink suit with a matching top and a statement white belt and matching shoes, looking straight out of a Mattel box.

Kate woremany colorful suitsthroughout the year. “I think it marks a new era in her royal life,” Bethan Holt, fashion director at theDaily Telegraphtold PEOPLE. “It shows her confidence is growing and that she’s willing to take more risks and do something that might not have come naturally to her.”

05of 10Adventure ReadyKate Middleton in Scotland on Nov. 2, 2023.Jane Barlow - WPA Pool/Getty ImagesPrincess Kate proved she can dress up or down in a green Burberry jacket and jeans during a rainy dayin Scotlandfilled with outdoor activities, including biking.

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Adventure Ready

Kate Middleton in Scotland on Nov. 2, 2023.Jane Barlow - WPA Pool/Getty Images

Jane Barlow - WPA Pool/Getty Images

Princess Kate proved she can dress up or down in a green Burberry jacket and jeans during a rainy dayin Scotlandfilled with outdoor activities, including biking.

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Bold Beauty

Prince William and Kate Middleton at Royal Ascot 2023.Karwai Tang/WireImage

Karwai Tang/WireImage

07of 10Winter WonderKate Middleton at the Christmas concert on Dec. 8, 2023.Jeff Spicer/GettyPrincess Kate made the case forwinter whiteat herChristmas carol concertin December, dressing head-to-toe in the color. She paired a long coat over a top and flared trousers, the perfect look for hosting the event for the third year.

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Winter Wonder

Kate Middleton at the Christmas concert on Dec. 8, 2023.Jeff Spicer/Getty

Jeff Spicer/Getty

Princess Kate made the case forwinter whiteat herChristmas carol concertin December, dressing head-to-toe in the color. She paired a long coat over a top and flared trousers, the perfect look for hosting the event for the third year.

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Shamrock Chic

Kate Middleton attends St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 17, 2023.CHRIS JACKSON/POOL/AFP via Getty Images

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Cute and Comfy

Kate Middleton visits Nottingham Trent University on Oct. 11, 2023.Chris Jackson/Getty

Chris Jackson/Getty

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Recycled Treasure

Kate Middleton attends garden party in May 2023.Jonathan Brady - WPA Pool/Getty

source: people.com