Kate Middleton's Favorite Cropped Dress Pants are at Nordstrom

While much fashion fuss has been made of Princess Kate’s recent passion for pantsuits, fewer have noticed another emerging trend in her ever-expanding Windsor wardrobe. Beyond a preference for sharp suit jackets and tailored trousers, the mom of three has wholeheartedly embraced the crop.

While the princess once wore capri-length bottoms for semi-dressy occasions and daytime workwear, Kate has now decided that abbreviated pants work for all occasions. Recently, Her Royal Highness has worn a number of cropped cigarette trousers and ankle-length jeans for official duty.

Previously, the British beauty was more inclined to don comfortable culottes for sporty engagements and would wear styles from Zara, Massimo Dutti and Jigsaw. The monarchy MVP often gravitated toward wide leg designs to offer a little volume on her lower half to offset fitted sweaters and tucked-in tops. Functional and flowy, the culotte is casual chic without being too prissy and posh.

Nowadays, the future Queen loves a sleek and streamlined monochrome ensemble punctuated with a pair of slim straight leg slacks. She frequently wears her Alexander McQueen cigarette suit tapered trousers as well as her LK Bennett Frieda pants (she owns them in navy and black) with business blazers and Burberry blouses. She’s prone to wear the stretch crepe bottoms with more workwear jackets and mid-length coats.

Luckily, if you’re committed to the crop like Kate — you can score a pair of one of her beloved nautical styles. The princess’ L.K. Bennett Parker Button Detail Straight Leg Trousers in navy are now available at Nordstrom. Charming and chic, the timeless trousers have a relaxed fit with a wide leg, high waist and vertical crease.

Kate has worn the midnight navy button front pants on two occasions including to the Launch of the King’s Cup Regatta in May 2019 and to the King’s Cup yacht event in August 2019. Shop the stylish sailor ‘Parker’ crops at Nordstrom now

Style Notes: Pair maritime pants with a button down blouse, striped sweater or cream colored crewneck for a smart and sophisticated style statement. Wear with heels for an elongating look or classic canvas sneakers for a playful cool girl vibe.