20 Staples Kate Middleton Keeps in Rotation All Summer Long

Kate Middleton doesn't just repeat her outfits whenever she feels like it — the decision is meticulous and often based on the season. She slips into one cream Alexander McQueen lace dress at the same time each Summer, and her espadrille shoes and woven clutches get the most wear this time of year too.

Kate's wardrobe staples are all sophisticated, but she especially loves to show off her preppy side when the weather gets warm. Much to our benefit, her lightweight pieces are must haves that never go out of style. Read on to see them all, then shop the trusty basics when you scroll.

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A Lightweight Coat
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A Lightweight Coat

Wearing Alexander McQueen.

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Nude Pumps
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Nude Pumps

Wearing L.K. Bennett shoes.

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Boat Shoes
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Boat Shoes

Wearing Sebago shoes.

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Ray-Ban Wayfarers
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Ray-Ban Wayfarers

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An Airy Printed Dress
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An Airy Printed Dress

Wearing Jonathan Saunders.

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A Striped Bateau Top and Functional Jeans
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A Striped Bateau Top and Functional Jeans

Wearing a top from Me + Em.

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A Sleeveless Button-Down
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A Sleeveless Button-Down

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Cork Wedges
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Cork Wedges

Wearing Stuart Weitzman shoes.

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A Touch of Eyelet
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A Touch of Eyelet

Wearing Zimmermann.

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A Woven Clutch
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A Woven Clutch

Carrying an Anya Hindmarch bag.

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Military-Inspired Separates
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Military-Inspired Separates

Wearing Alexander McQueen.

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Lace in a Neutral Color
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Lace in a Neutral Color

Wearing Alexander McQueen.

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Something Leggy, Yet Elegant
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Something Leggy, Yet Elegant

Wearing Roksanda Ilincic.

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Slingback Espadrilles
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Slingback Espadrilles

Wearing Dune London shoes.

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A Pleated Skirt
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A Pleated Skirt

Wearing a Whistles skirt.

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A Floral Cocktail Dress
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A Floral Cocktail Dress

Wearing Jenny Packham.

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A Straw Hat
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A Straw Hat

Wearing a Lock and Company hat.

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A Sunshine-Yellow Piece
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A Sunshine-Yellow Piece

Wearing Jenny Packham.