The Princess of Wales is celebrated for her collection of day coats, dress coats and ‘duchess’ coats, i.e. elegant toppers with classic tailoring.
Often clad in sophisticated outerwear perfect for the fall and winter season, she’s inclined to wear regal coats which would work for a garden party, holiday event or special ceremony in lieu of casual puffers or peacoats.
And when she’s not attending an event at the Abbey or Royal Albert Hall, she’s often wearing regular wrap coats or military maxis.
Preferring slim ankle-sweeping styles in recent years, Kate covets the look of a modern reefer — a longline design with a striking slim silhouette perfect for wearing with autumn outfits and high boots.
Here are 7 of Kate Middleton’s Favorite Fall Coats:
- Massimo Dutti Cashmere Wool Coat in Camel
The ultimate closet investment piece, this nearly $500 camel coat boasts a slim fit, peak lapels, two flap pockets and a classic front double-breasted front.
The limited edition overcoat is made of a cashmere wool blend with natural fibers. The princess has worn the coat on five occasions since 2020 and often wears the topper with sweater sets, turtleneck jumpers and animal print midis as well as wide leg pants and knit tops.
2. Max Mara Belli Pink Funnel Neck Coat
This soft creamy pink coat is designed of virgin wool and cashmere with an eye-catching funnel neck and leather bow belt.
The princess wore the coat with a Max Mara leopard print dress and her ruby dry suede brown ankle booties by Aquatalia in November 2012 for a visit to Cambridgeshire.
3. Sportmax Ezor Coat in Brown
At around $1700, this luxe coat is one of Kate’s newest designer coats in her royal coat collection. Made of a virgin wool and cashmere blend, the felted weave brown coat boasts a belted tie front and a single row of tortoise buttons. It’s the third coat the princess owns from the Italian label Sportmax, the sister line to Max Mara.
The princess wore the coat once in late November 2023 at a baby bank in Barnet paired with a chocolate brown ensemble consisting of her Nutmeg Flippy Skirt by Really Wild and a Peppe Silk Cashmere turtleneck in dark brown by Gabriela Hearst. In addition, she wore her fall-ready Gianvito Rossi block heel Glen brown slouchy suede knee-high boots.
4. Max & Co Longrun/Runaway Wool Coat
Constructed of pure wool to create a soft and luxuriously smooth fabric, this long cinched waist coat comes equipped with a self-tie belt.
The princess wore the coat on two different occasions in November 2022 and recycled the coat for a visit to nursing home in February 2023.
5. Hobbs Celeste Coat in Chestnut Brown
A single breasted coat crafted from wool crepe, this $650 coat is one of Kate’s most iconic fall weather styles. With embellished stud fastenings at the cuffs and a matching stud fastened belt, this fashion-forward midi remains a regular in Kate’s royal rotation.
The princess has worn the coat on seven occasions since its February 2012 debut. In December 2016 Kate even added an elegant exclamation point on the wintery style by donning an ASOS Faux Fur burgundy stole.
6. Alexander McQueen Double-Breasted Long Coat in Chocolate Brown
Perfect for cooler temps and falling leaves, this autumn-ready topper is made for pumpkin spice season. The $5665 coat has a double-breasted front with rows of matching buttons, a single chest besom pocket and two front flap pockets.
The princess has worn long brown coat on one occasion at Boston Harbor in December 2022.
7. Hobbs Lori Wool Cashmere Belted Coat in Olive
A military inspired design, this modern dark green coat boasts wide face framing lapels with chic cuff detailing. Crafted from a warming wool-cashmere blend, the sophisticated belted coat is perfect for harvest season.
Beloved for its smart detailing and soft warmth, Kate adores pieces from the London womenswear label Hobbs. She’s worn her ‘Lori’ coat on just one fall outing with a Mango ‘Perkins’ ribbed sweater dress in November 2022 for a visit to a children’s centre in West London.
