Kate Has 5 New Favourite Accessories, and They're So Fashion

Some watch planes and others trainspot, but our pastime of choice is patiently waiting to see which delights Kate Middleton will serve up next. Of course, we've always been fans of her polished style, but there's no denying she's had her strongest string of looks over the last few months. 

From the top-to-toe berry ensemble that she wore to Princess Eugenie's wedding to the dress she and Sarah Jessica Parker have in common, we can't find fault with any of her latest ensembles. However, the thing that's taken Kate's outfits to the next level is undoubtedly her new, more trend-led accessories. 

Kate often finds comfort in minimal clutch bags, nude pumps and simple jewels, but recently she's been experimenting with more directional extras, all of which just so happen to be perfect for party season, too.

Keep scrolling to see and shop Kate Middleton's accessories, which have the power to make any outfit look 10/10.

HAIR BOWS

Style Notes: Her hair always sets the bar high, but Kate excelled even herself with her tousled pony, which she adorned with a gorgeous black bow. The day after, several of the Who What Wear team turned up to work with bows in their hair, too.

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GOLD HOOP EARRINGS

Style Notes: Considering she normally wears simple studs, when Kate chose to don a pair of It girl–approved gold hoops, it was a subtle switch that made a big style impact. 

Related: Zara's New Brit-Inspired Collection Is So Princess Diana

MINI TOP HANDLES

Style Notes: While clutches serve as unofficial party arm candy, Kate shows that mini bags are just as chic and will likely hold more of your essentials, too. 

Related: From Kate and Meghan to Katie Holmes, Everyone Loves These French Trainers

HEADBANDS

Style Notes: As well as experimenting with bows, Kate took a bold sartorial step when she made her Alice band debut. Opting for a super-padded style, she's helped put headbands back on the map

Related: 31 Times Queen Letizia Brought Her Regal Style A-Game

VELVET COURTS

Style Notes: Kate's love of classic courts is well documented, though it seems, for party season, she's swapped her trademark neutrals in favour of Jimmy Choo's rich velvet iterations

Kate Middleton isn't the only royal we're taking party style cues from—feast your eyes on Princess Diana's impressive fancy frocks... 

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Maxine Eggenberger
Deputy Editor

Maxine Eggenberger is Who What Wear UK’s deputy editor and has over twelve years of experience in fashion journalism. She been creating engaging and elevated style content for Who What Wear UK since 2018, covering runway reports, emerging trends, long-form features, self-styled shopping stories, and columns, including her edit of the best new-in buys. She ensures the highest editorial standards are met across the site, works closely with influencer talent on content initiatives, represents the brand at industry events, and regularly contributes to social media. Previously, Maxine appeared on TV in her own fashion segment and has interviewed countless celebrities—everyone from Victoria Beckham to Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o. 


Prior to Who What Wear UK, Maxine’s career began when, after completing her first-ever internship, she was offered a position on the Look magazine fashion desk. She accepted, leaving university a year early in the process. She went on to become the title's fashion news and commercial content editor, with a stint as InStyle.co.uk’s fashion writer along the way. She later served as Look’s acting Editor in Chief before embarking on a successful freelance career, working with Grazia, The Pool, and Marie Claire amongst others. Maxine works remotely from her countryside home near Edinburgh.