That iconic wrap dress - New looks at DVF and Replikate it!

Today we cover another favorite style as seen on Kate, which is the classic wrap dress. One of her most popular choices proved to be a Diane von Furstenburg wrap dress in a blue ethnic print. The dress was worn at one of her engagements during the Australia - New Zealand tour. Nowadays, this version of the dress has sold out but the style remains a staple piece in the DVF collection.

Kate in the DVF wrap dress 

For the fall season are a number of wrap dresses available in various prints at the DVF website. The Irina Silk and Chiffon colour combo dress is reminiscent of the style and colour as seen on the Duchess.The dress is available in sizes 6 and up at the time of writing.

       Irina Batik Midnight silk and chiffon dress, EUR 497 

Replikate It 

There are plenty of choices if you are looking for a budget-friendly wrap dress. Check out the styles below.

Warehouse via ASOS, Ls Crepe Wrap dress in Merlot, EUR 52

This great maternity wrap dress from Asos is available in cobalt blue and red. The blue version is available in all sizes. 

Asos Maternity wrap skater dress, from EUR 29

Replikate - Jenny Packham gown as seen at the Olympics gala

For the 2012 Olympics Gala Kate chose this stunning Jenny Packham dress, which is one of my favorite outfits. That's why I have dedicated today's post to this dress and some fabulous sartorial finds that emulate the same romantic feel of this dreamy gown. 

The details on the back are simply stunning 

Replikate it: 

ASOS Kate maxi dress in soft pink, navy, and grey - EUR 94,01

Kate Middleton's Style - Mastering the art of Replikating

Good day everybody, today's post dives into the question how to master the art of copying Kate Middleton's style without the royal price tag.

What is a Replikate? 
A Replikate is a piece of clothing that closely resembles the style of the Duchess of Cambridge and that is considered to be an item that would seamlessly integrate in Kate's royal closet.

Kate with her Zara double-breasted blazer and her Gap Shirt 

So, that means that Replikates are usually expensive items? 
No, not at all! Kate is known for her love of high street stores and her visits to designer outlets. She manages to strike a balance by mixing up clothes from the high street with designer items. The same principle applies to the art of Replikating. An tiem that would be very 'Kate' would not necessarily have to be very expensive.

Okay, so where do I find a Replikate? 
Well, that is up to your preference and your creativity. There are a number of great blogs that search for Replikates, but you can do it yourself obviously. Each time you see a great piece worn by Kate and you wish to copy it, find out what properties that particular piece has:

Colour 

 Material 

 Fit, cut, and/or length

Brand
Style 

In other words, what colour is she wearing and what material? Then you can decide which properties are most important to Replikate. Do you like Kate's choice of colours or her choice of designers? It is fun to tweak and adjust Kate's style to your own preferences and lifestyle!

You can find some Replikates on this very blog here and I will be posting my own Replikate-purchases soon.

Enjoy!

Summer Stripes and Citrus Colours - Kate Outfit Inspiration

Kate Middleton has a range of great basics which can make any outfit look fabulous. Two of my personal favorites are the Mirabelle Lolita earrings and her Stuart Weitzman Minx wedges. I have paired these two pieces with a cute striped dress from Boden and a clutch from Allegra London in the colour 'Citrus'.

Kate has worn the Weitzman wedges several times during the NZ & Australia tour in 2014. You can find more information on what shoe brands Kate prefers at Shoerazzi. The Mirabelle earrings were debuted in January this year and Kate wore them again in March - spring, summer, or winter, these earrings truly are all-season pieces!

The clutch I chose in combination with the Boden dress is a hommage to the LK Bennett Cayla dress Kate wore to the Wimbledon match last month - the clutch has the same summery bright orange and is a great eyecatcher!

Royal wedding weekend - Charles and Diana & Beatrice and Pierre

It is summer, it is sunny, and it is a weekend to remember and to hold a wedding! On Friday July 31st, it marked 34 years since the wedding of Charles and Diana, and yesterday Pierre Casiraghi and Beatrice Borromeo got married in Northen Italy after their civil wedding in Monaco last week.

Beatrice was simply stunning in her Armani Prive reception gown. Grecian-inspired style done right.

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