Kate’s taste for power dressing isn’t entirely new, but a polished and more businesslike aesthetic has taken over from her previous uniform of structured dresses and occasion jackets.
The suit, which exudes an aura of power and success, is now an outfit of sorts for Kate in her new role as a senior royal.
It certainly made her feel more businesslike.
At the same time, Catherine has added a playful note by choosing to wear the tailoring in numerous spicy, striking shades.
From vibrant purple Emilia Wickstead to scarlet Alexander McQueen and forest green Burberry, all the colors of the rainbow have added a touch of style to her workwear wardrobe.
Royal Purple
It was a rich shade of purple for the Princess of Wales last week as she hosted a conference at the Design Museum in London, presenting the findings of new research from her Royal Foundation Center for Early Childhood.
Kate wears power purple as she steps into the Design Museum this week
Emilia Wickstead’s show-stopping power suit was first seen in 2021, featuring a deep V-neck and smart cropped ankle-length trousers.
clear white
The Princess of Wales brought some glamor to the Rugby World Cup by wearing one of her favorite Alexander McQueen suits to play rugby at the Stade de Marseille in France.
Catherine, Princess of Wales, wears white during the Rugby World Cup France match between England and Argentina at the Stade Velodrome on September 9
Previously seen at the Commonwealth Games, this chic co-ord was worn over a simple white top and Jimmy Choo heels for an all-white look.
Fashionable beige
When Kate arrived at Streets of Growth in London in September, she delivered another powersuit moment, wearing a single-breasted camel wool and silk blazer and matching wide-leg trousers from Roland Mouret.
Kate met staff from Streets of Growth, a youth charity in east London, last month
Paired with a simple white T-shirt, Gianvito Rossi pumps and her signature blow-dryer, the princess put a fresh, modern twist on the workwear wardrobe essential.
Pastel pink
When visiting the Foundling Museum in May 2023, the Princess of Wales wore a pastel Alexander McQueen trouser suit that she had worn earlier last year.
Catherine, Princess of Wales, appears to emphasize the importance of relationships in early childhood
Pretty in pink, she styled the fitted two-piece with a matching blouse and broke up the monochrome ensemble with a white belt and heels.
Blush pink
Catherine chose to support British high street brand Marks and Spencer when she visited the London Ambulance Service control room in Croydon in March 2020.
A dusty shade of pink for Kate as she joins William in the control room of London Ambulance Service 111 in Croydon
The chic dusty pink suit had flattering pleats along the legs and sold out immediately.
Rich red
While attending a pre-campaign launch for the Shaping Us campaign at BAFTA in January 2023, Kate embraced vibrant colors in a scarlet Alexander McQueen two-piece.
William and Catherine, Prince and Princess of Wales attend an event for the Royal Foundation Center for Early Childhood
The statement suit exuded elegance with its flattering silhouette and deep asymmetrical blazer made from Italian red crepe.
Berry Burgundy
It was business as usual for Kate during her Boston tour last December, turning to Roland Mouret for a twist on the classic suit.
In burgundy for Boston, Massachusetts, where the princess joined her husband for the second annual Earthshot awards ceremony in December 2022
The deep burgundy shade was complemented with a soft pink blouse with a bow, which added a romantic touch to the fitted combination set.
Dark Navy
During her trip to Boston in November 2022, Kate was pictured stepping off a British Airways flight looking effortlessly elegant in a midnight blue trouser suit from her favorite designer Alexander McQueen and a knitted turtleneck sweater.
Kate and William arrive at Logan International Airport for last year’s Earthshot Awards
She paired it with two-tiered flower-shaped earrings, which previously belonged to Princess Diana.
Rich green
The Princess of Wales visited West Yorkshire in September 2023, where she learned about the United Kingdom’s textile industry.
Catherine, Princess of Wales at AW Hainsworth in Leeds. The September trip to Leeds and Lancaster was to learn more about the history of the textile industry
For the occasion, Kate continued her suit style in a chic forest green suit from Burberry. Her pleated pants were flared and high-waisted for the ultimate leg-lengthening effect.