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Photographic Evidence Kate Middleton Has Stepped Up Her Maternity Style Game

Photographic Evidence Kate Middleton Has Stepped Up Her Maternity Style Game

By Olivia Bahou

Updated Apr 23, 2018 @ 9:15 am

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We love following Kate Middleton’s maternity style, not only because she always looks completely polished, but also because she knows exactly what works for her. From lace gowns to statement coats, she's never one to shy away from making a style statement—even when dressing a bump.

From early on in her third pregnancy, the Duchess of Cambridge stepped up her style game, donning vibrant colors and gorgeous gowns—almost always with her signature stilettos. And her wardrobe isn't the only thing she stepped up: The royal seemed to be doing more official engagements than ever before in the second half of her third pregnancy, meaning we had plenty of opportunities to see the expectant star out and about.

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On April 23, Middleton welcomed her third child, a baby boy, with Prince William, marking the end of her maternity looks (at least for the time being!). Take a look back at her best maternity style from all three of her pregnancies, including when she was carrying Prince George and Princess Charlotte. You might even see her re-wear an outfit or two.

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Color clashing

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Who says black and brown can't go together? Kate Middleton proved that the two colors actually make a chic duo by pairing her black Catherine Walker coat with a brown Lock & Co hat. Beige Gianvito Rossi pumps finished off her Easter look.

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She wears the pants

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The duchess looked beautiful in a floral Hobbs blouse, Goat coat, black jeans, and matching pumps, perhaps taking a few style cues from her future sister-in-law, Meghan Markle.

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She's in luck

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The biggest color trend of the season looked absolutely stunning on the pregnant royal. That Catherine Walker coat is definitely a must-have, and it looks elegant paired with that sophisticated hat for St. Patrick's Day.

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Lace details

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Middleton looked radiant in a printed lace dress with a flouty hem, paired with cutout pumps.

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Emerald lady

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The duchess wore a dark green Jenny Packham gown with a black sash to the 2018 BAFTAs.

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Bubbly in blue

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Middleton re-wore a blue Seraphine dress with a lace top and A-line skirt ($255; seraphine.com). She paired the maternity dress with black suede pumps.

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Hockey champ

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Middleton rocked Sorel boots ($130; net-a-porter.com) with a Eugenia Kim beanie ($285; bloomingdales.com), and Burberry coat ($3,495; net-a-porter.com) during a game of hockey with Prince William.

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Shades of blue

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During a somber memorial for the victims of the Grenfell Tower tragedy, the Duchess of Cambridge tested out one of the biggest trends: wearing one color head to toe. She chose a navy Carolina Herrera coat and paired it with matching gloves, hat, clutch, shoes, and earrings.

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Pop of neon

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Just because it's cold outside, doesn't mean you can't shine bright. Middleton showed us how it's done wearing a hot pink Mulberry coat with all black accents—like her cozy tights, soft gloves, small clutch, and comfortable pumps.

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Perfect in plaid

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The mom-to-be stayed true to her timeless style, wearing a classic houndstooth coat paired with black stockings, pumps, and clutch.

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Polka-dot princess

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Middleton stepped out on a cool London morning wearing an elegant Kate Spade dress that hadn't even dropped in stores yet. The long-sleeve design is perfect for keeping arms warm and the burgundy lines add a subtle pop of color that matches her Gianvito Rossi pumps.

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Princess Elsa vibes

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Middleton is a huge fan of Jenny Packham, and we can see why. The elegant designs always look amazing on the Duchess of Cambridge, especially this sparkly light blue creation.

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Pink Lady

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The Duchess of Cambridge showed off her glow in a lovely bright pink coat and black pumps as she toured the Stephen Lawrence Centre in London for her final public appearance before baby No. 2.

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Pretty in Polka Dots

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For a visit to the Brookhill Children’s Centre in London, the Duchess of Cambridge wore a $63 polka-dot ASOS maternity skater dress paired with black court heels and a clutch.

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Touch of Green

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On St. Patrick's Day, the duchess adorned her brown Catherine Walker coat with an oversize sprig of shamrocks. She completed her look with a Lock & Company hat, suede pumps, chic gloves, and a matching clutch.

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Head-to-Toe Navy Blue

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For a commemoration service at St Paul's Cathedral in London, Middleton chose a fluted coat by Beulah London that she paired with all-navy accessories.

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Snow White

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Middleton stopped by the Downton Abbey set at Ealing Studios in West London while wearing a cream Jojo Maman Bebe coat and black pumps.

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Stylish Spots

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Duchess Kate looked stunning for an appearance at a gallery on England’s South Coast in a Dalmatian-print coat by Hobbs, which she first wore while pregnant with Prince George.

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Pretty in Pink

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Middleton recycled her Alexander McQueen pale pink coat, pairing it with a coordinating fascinator, clutch, and pumps, to celebrate Commonwealth Day at Westminster Abbey in London.

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Bold Floral

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The Duchess of Cambridge stepped out in London for The Goring Hotel's 105th anniversary celebration wearing a vibrant Erdem floral frock and navy accessories.

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Classic Blue

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During a visit to Cape Hill Children's Centre in Smethwick, England, Middleton opted for a crisp cornflower blue wool coat.

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Flirty in Floral

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Once inside Cape Hill Children's Centre, the Duchess removed her coat to reveal a floral print maternity dress by Seraphine that highlighted her growing bump.

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Winter White

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Middleton wore a crisp Gilles coat by Max Mara for a sailing event in Portsmouth, U.K.

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Brilliant in Blue

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For a trip to the Kensington Aldridge Academy, the Duchess donned a soft blue cashmere blend wool coat over a draped floral maternity frock both by Seraphine.

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Belted Shirt Dress

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For an outing in London, Kate highlighted her pregnant figure in a chocolate brown Hobbs silk jacquard shirt dress that featured an embossed animal print and belted bow tied around her waist. The Duchess of Cambridge completed her look with tights, simple suede pumps, and a box clutch.

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Sleek Shift

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The Duchess of Cambridge arrived at Barlby Primary School in a navy Madderson London shift dress featuring pink, cream, and navy tweed hems and matching pockets.

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Tan Tweed

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The Duchess of Cambridge attended Christmas Day Service at St. Mary Magdalene Church at Sandringham Estate in Norfolk, England, with Prince William and donned a tweed calf-length coat, dark tights, and a hat and pumps in matching brown.

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Royal Recycler

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So nice that she wore it not twice, but thrice! the Duchess of Cambridge chose an off-the-shoulder ink blue silk tulle frock with a black velvet belt by British designer Jenny Packham to attend the St. Andrews 600th Anniversary Dinner at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Kate first wore the gown back in 2013, and she later resurfaced it for her first public appearance of 2014.

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Back in Black

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At the Creativity is GREAT event in NYC, the Duchess removed her bright pink Mulberry coat to reveal an elegant turtleneck dress by Seraphine that she paired with her signature suede Stuart Weitzman pumps and box clutch.

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Pretty in Pink

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For a trip to New York's September 11 Memorial, the Duchess donned a bright pink Mulberry coat accented with chic black accessories.

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Photographic Evidence Kate Middleton Has Stepped Up Her Maternity Style Game

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Color clashing

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She wears the pants

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Lace details

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Emerald lady

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Bubbly in blue

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Hockey champ

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Shades of blue

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Pop of neon

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Perfect in plaid

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Polka-dot princess

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Princess Elsa vibes

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Pink Lady

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Pretty in Polka Dots

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Touch of Green

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Head-to-Toe Navy Blue

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Snow White

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Stylish Spots

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Pretty in Pink

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Bold Floral

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Classic Blue

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Flirty in Floral

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Winter White

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Brilliant in Blue

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Belted Shirt Dress

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Sleek Shift