Kate Middleton at Zara Phillips' Pre-Wedding Party on the Britannia

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Yawn.

C'mon Kate, work with us here.

We're sure you didn't want to steal Zara's spotlight and that's commendable.

We love the fact that you're willing to recycle outfits even though you've got

a bank account healthier than a marathon-running Pippa.

It's all good.

Except, not so soon...

We kind of love when Kate pulls out an item we haven't seen since 2006 and makes it new again, but she should wait at least six months before wearing the same dress to big events in  our opinion (the opinion that counts, obviously). At least KMidd's green Diane von Furstenberg dress--the same one the Duchess wore in L.A.--is pretty and a nice enough colour. For Zara's party Kate switched up the shoes, opting for black pumps instead--ostensibly her standard black Pradas, but we can't be sure from these pics.

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Bride-to-be Zara Phillips looked pretty (and ready to party--we bet she'd be great fun, that Zara) in a one-shouldered tie dye dress (the Alice + Olivia Bree) in hues reminiscent of the water. Appropriate when your bash is being held on a yacht. Zara's sky-high nude platform heels seem to be the sexy night version of the Sledge2 worn with an oversize animal print clutch, which we're not sure we're feeling with that dress.

And who is homeboy with the plaid pants?

We want to party with him too.

It also looks like Kate is carrying her Anya Hindmarch Maud clutch,

the same one she usually pairs with the Prada pumps.

Kate Middleton at Zara Phillips' Pre-Wedding Party on the Britannia

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Yawn.

C'mon Kate, work with us here.

We're sure you didn't want to steal Zara's spotlight and that's commendable.

We love the fact that you're willing to recycle outfits even though you've got

a bank account healthier than a marathon-running Pippa.

It's all good.

Except, not so soon...

We kind of love when Kate pulls out an item we haven't seen since 2006 and makes it new again, but she should wait at least six months before wearing the same dress to big events in  our opinion (the opinion that counts, obviously). At least KMidd's green Diane von Furstenberg dress--the same one the Duchess wore in L.A.--is pretty and a nice enough colour. For Zara's party Kate switched up the shoes, opting for black pumps instead--ostensibly her standard black Pradas, but we can't be sure from these pics.

via dailymail.co.uk

Bride-to-be Zara Phillips looked pretty (and ready to party--we bet she'd be great fun, that Zara) in a one-shouldered tie dye dress (the Alice + Olivia Bree) in hues reminiscent of the water. Appropriate when your bash is being held on a yacht. Zara's sky-high nude platform heels seem to be the sexy night version of the Sledge2 worn with an oversize animal print clutch, which we're not sure we're feeling with that dress.

And who is homeboy with the plaid pants?

We want to party with him too.

It also looks like Kate is carrying her Anya Hindmarch Maud clutch,

the same one she usually pairs with the Prada pumps.

Tobey Maguire for Prada - Fall/Winter 2011 Collection

Honestly I would never picture Tobey doing this type of work.... not that he is not good at it... but mostly because I thought it wasn't his "thing". I don't know if he has done other works like this, but I can't remember any at the moment.  Anyways ..... what you think? Did he do a good job?

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They were randomly picked from Google Images

Tobey Maguire for Prada - Fall/Winter 2011 Collection

Honestly I would never picture Tobey doing this type of work.... not that he is not good at it... but mostly because I thought it wasn't his "thing". I don't know if he has done other works like this, but I can't remember any at the moment.  Anyways ..... what you think? Did he do a good job?

I do not own the copyrights of these pictures.
They were randomly picked from Google Images

The Duchess Recycles Black and White Zara for Friend's Wedding

After the Trooping the Colour, Kate Middleton did a quick change to attend the wedding of old friend Sam Waley-Cohen to Bella Ballin. Who, you ask? Well, ol' Sam has the distinction of being the man who is said to have brought Will and Kate back together after their 2007 split.

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Kate, ever considerate of her sartorial choices, seemed to play down her look so as not to overshadow the bride (well, at least she tried), choosing a slim, monochromatic Zara dress that we last saw her wear outside Boujis nightclub in 2007. The Duchess stuck with the black Treacy hat she wore earlier and also wore her Links of London Bubble Earrings, and the same black Prada pumps and Anya Hindmarch Maud clutch that she wore when meeting with the Obamas earlier this month.

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We totally love that Kate recycles her fashions (and we're glad she got rid of that belt, too). She's great at making everything old look new again. What we can't get over is how different Kate looks these days.

And, Pippa, you were on shaky ground with us to start with. Your Royal Hotness or whatever they're calling you these days (we prefer Harry's rumored nickname for her--Commando--bwah!), you've failed miserably with this ensemble. Mother-of-the-brideish is putting it mildly. Ugly and ill-fitting is about right.

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Think Kate's the only royal who knows the benefits of shopping their closet?

Nuh uh says Beatrice. Ms. York showed up at the wedding in the

same purple blazer and hat she was seen sporting in 2009.

We love the clutch! 

Zimbio

The happy couple!

 

 

The Duchess Recycles Black and White Zara for Friend's Wedding

After the Trooping the Colour, Kate Middleton did a quick change to attend the wedding of old friend Sam Waley-Cohen to Bella Ballin. Who, you ask? Well, ol' Sam has the distinction of being the man who is said to have brought Will and Kate back together after their 2007 split.

Zimbio

Kate, ever considerate of her sartorial choices, seemed to play down her look so as not to overshadow the bride (well, at least she tried), choosing a slim, monochromatic Zara dress that we last saw her wear outside Boujis nightclub in 2007. The Duchess stuck with the black Treacy hat she wore earlier and also wore her Links of London Bubble Earrings, and the same black Prada pumps and Anya Hindmarch Maud clutch that she wore when meeting with the Obamas earlier this month.

SkyNews

We totally love that Kate recycles her fashions (and we're glad she got rid of that belt, too). She's great at making everything old look new again. What we can't get over is how different Kate looks these days.

And, Pippa, you were on shaky ground with us to start with. Your Royal Hotness or whatever they're calling you these days (we prefer Harry's rumored nickname for her--Commando--bwah!), you've failed miserably with this ensemble. Mother-of-the-brideish is putting it mildly. Ugly and ill-fitting is about right.

Popsugar

Think Kate's the only royal who knows the benefits of shopping their closet?

Nuh uh says Beatrice. Ms. York showed up at the wedding in the

same purple blazer and hat she was seen sporting in 2009.

We love the clutch! 

Zimbio

The happy couple!

 

 

Kate Dazzles in Sparkly Jenny Packham at the ARK Gala

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There are certain times when you see someone in a particular dress or outfit and you just know that the sartorial gods are pleased. Such was our reaction when we spotted Kate Middleton in pale pink and sequined Jenny Packham at the ARK Gala. The Duchess looked relaxed, young, happy, feminine--in short, this dress was made for her (although not, you know, literally).

Photo Credit: Samir Hussein/WireImage

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Anyone still think that Kate can't do high fashion as well as she does high street? This is your notice. The Duchess seems to be ready to play in the big leagues, and while we'll likely never see her in anything too fashion forward this definitely seems a step in the right direction.

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Kate's pink ankle-strap shoes with bow are the Agata from fave L.K. Bennett and her pink satin box clutch is via Prada. Kate once again wore Links of London jewelry, this time the Effervescence Bubble Stiletto Earrings.

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And have we mentioned that we're almost as obsessed with Gossip Girl as we are with KMidd? Well, we are. And we just know that somewhere Blair Waldorf is smiling (and scheming, naturally) knowing she bested Middleton by donning a very similar Packham first, although if you'll recall Blair's wasn't floor-length.

So who do you think wore Packham better - Kate or Blair?

Or do you love both princesses-in-waiting equally?

Kate Dazzles in Sparkly Jenny Packham at the ARK Gala

Photo Credit: Samir Hussein/WireImage

There are certain times when you see someone in a particular dress or outfit and you just know that the sartorial gods are pleased. Such was our reaction when we spotted Kate Middleton in pale pink and sequined Jenny Packham at the ARK Gala. The Duchess looked relaxed, young, happy, feminine--in short, this dress was made for her (although not, you know, literally).

Photo Credit: Samir Hussein/WireImage

MyTheresa.com

Anyone still think that Kate can't do high fashion as well as she does high street? This is your notice. The Duchess seems to be ready to play in the big leagues, and while we'll likely never see her in anything too fashion forward this definitely seems a step in the right direction.

via ibtimes.com

Kate's pink ankle-strap shoes with bow are the Agata from fave L.K. Bennett and her pink satin box clutch is via Prada. Kate once again wore Links of London jewelry, this time the Effervescence Bubble Stiletto Earrings.

Photo Credit: Giovanni Ruffino/CW

And have we mentioned that we're almost as obsessed with Gossip Girl as we are with KMidd? Well, we are. And we just know that somewhere Blair Waldorf is smiling (and scheming, naturally) knowing she bested Middleton by donning a very similar Packham first, although if you'll recall Blair's wasn't floor-length.

So who do you think wore Packham better - Kate or Blair?

Or do you love both princesses-in-waiting equally?

The Duchess of Cambridge Meets the Obamas in Reiss

So much for keeping a low profile.

Just returned from their private honeymoon in the Seychelles, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge found themselves thrust back into the spotlight as they welcomed the Obamas to London. Not that we mind. And we hear that Will and Kate won't be participating in the big state dinner, a way to show that they're not really working members of the Firm--yet--despite the fact that they've proven so popular.

Kate Middleton went for Reiss again, this time the Shola Bandage Dress. Demand for the dress was so high that the Reiss website crashed from traffic overload after these snaps were beamed 'round the world. Such is the power of KMidd. We do love how Kate makes high street and reasonably affordable (in this case £175) outfits look like a million bucks.

Kate accessorized with simple black Prada pumps and the Anya Hindmarch Maud clutch in black. Could Kate's shell necklace be something she brought back from her island getaway?

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The Reiss dress was an inspired choice: understated, but with enough subtle detailing to make it interesting. There is one thing we need to get off our chests, though. Here goes...

KMidd, girl, we love you, but didn't they have food in the Seychelles?
Seriously. For the love of all that is holy, Eat. A. Cheeseburger.
'Kay? Thanks! Luvs, Us

And we're also not feeling Michelle Obama's prom-y and pastel-y outfit from Barbara Tfank. That pink bolero is hideous. Obvs, in this case, Britain has won the war. The style war that is.

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