If there's one thing we all know, it's this: Kate Middleton has good style. From the Duchess of Cambridge's killer coat collection to her unsettlingly sophisticated maternity style, there's no denying the fact that Kate is a fashion force to be reckoned with. The woman looked like a goddess mere hours after giving birth to her third child, for goodness sake. We're pretty sure when it comes to pulling off a lewk, Kate is actually a queen. That said, her summer wardrobe is always the best of all. Sure, Kate looks good in a furry hat, but have you seen her with a slight tan and a bright pop of color? It's a revelation!
The Duchess of Cambridge always seems happy and relaxed (and to be frank, we would be too if we were a duchess), but when the warmer weather strikes, she just seems more like herself. Extra, if we may. And we can't help but think that she's just feeling herself a little more with her short sleeves and sunny, cheery colors. (And as everybody knows, Kate loves a good wedge shoe.)
Sure, she can rock boots, scarves, and earth tones like the best of them, but make no mistake about it: Summer is her season. She's lighter. She's airier. She's more vibrant. Hell, Kate even floats sometimes.
From her blindingly yellow dress (she was a vision!) to the fun patterns she plays with when the weather heats up, here are 25 of Kate Middleton's best summer looks. Summer Kate obviously is the best Kate.
Kate at the Polo Club
Not long after the birth of Prince Louis, Kate was seen hanging out at the Beaufort Polo Club with Prince George and Princess Charlotte. Sure, her kids are cute, but we couldn't keep our eyes off of her jaunty picnic dress and sandals.
Kate in a Summer Shower
Is it even possible to find something wrong with this outfit? Even the Mary Poppins-esque umbrella is on point.
Kate in White
During the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's 2017 trip to Belgium, Kate slayed in a white coatdress and fascinator. And is it just us or does it look like she's not wearing pantyhose here?
Kate in Lavender
We dare anyone to say this lavender A-line dress by Emilia Wickstead wasn't one of Kate's best-ever looks. Dare!
Kate in Red
And then days later, there was this. Gawd, the Kate looks like a Disney princess. She seriously looks just like Elena of Avalor here — all she needs is a tiara.
Kate in Yellow Floral
If it isn't a national rule in Britain that Kate should wear yellow as often as possible, it should be. It's her color. This dress she wore in Germany in 2017 was summer heaven.
Kate's Pattern Play
Yes, Kate's dress is gorgeous here, and obviously perfect for the summer heat, leaving her arms bare. But can we discuss those shoes?
Kate's Black & White Look
Not gonna lie: We'd be celebrating if we looked that good, too. Love the white dress with black shoes. Nailed it, Kate.
Kate at Wimbledon
Kate loves tennis and we love Kate watching tennis. Especially when it's in this cute black and white polka dot number!
Casual Kate
Navy sailor pants and a white Kris Jenner blazer. Yep, it's summertime at Kensington Palace. Even her hair and cheeks look sun-kissed.
Shady Kate
Seriously, Kate looks gorgeous in bright yellow! And while watching tennis apparently? Major summer vibes here.
Kate in Bright Blue
Prince George may not care about Kate's bright blue dress, but we're definitely smitten. And her casual hairstyle is the perfect statement for carefree summer days.
Kate at Charlotte's Christening
Remember that time Princess Charlotte was christened but we could only focus on how gorgeous Kate's dress was and how she wasn't sweating bullets, despite the fact that it was July? That was a good day.
Kate's Sailor-Inspired Outfit
Kate looked super summery (and super royal) when she visited Bletchley Park in 2014. It's definitely the sailor details that make it happen.
Kate in Khaki
When Kate arrived at Ayers Rock Airport in Uluru, in Australia's Northern Territories, during her 2014 royal tour, she was wearing this. Need we say more?
Kate the Great
Who ever could forget this teal number Kate wore in 2012 to the "Our Greatest Team Rises" Gala at the Royal Albert Hall in London. If this isn't summer at its finest, not sure what is.
Tennis Kate
Nothing says summer in England quite like the Wimbledon tournament. Kate herself is the patron of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, the organization that hosts the prestigious tennis championship.
Picture Perfect Kate
Eyelet blouse? Check. Gaucho pants? Check. Pure white sneakers? Check. Maintenance hair? Check. Kate is a vision of summer in this entire ensemble.
Kate's One With Nature
Kate was the picture of summer when she visited the Royal Horticultural Society's Back to Nature Garden she designed for a 2019 garden show. And we need to know where she got those shoes, because we're adding them to our wish list.
Kate's Ascot Hat
The flower on Kate's hat for Royal Ascot is almost as big as her head, and it's not apologizing one little bit. Summer is definitely the time for bold florals — whether in print, or perched to Kate's fantastic hat.
Kate at Trooping the Colour
The Trooping the Colour parade in June every year is technically about celebrating the queen's birthday (which is in April, by the way), but we all really know it's about seeing the whole royal family on the balcony of Buckingham Palace.
Kate in Pink
We love Kate's summery look in pink here, and Will definitely looks like he's in summer mode. Or at least he looks like he'd rather be wearing something other than his heavy suit in that heat! Poor guy looks like he's melting.
Kate's Nautical Notes
We'd hardly call this a sailor outfit, but we are definitely getting nautical vibes from this polka-dotted navy masterpiece. Those brass buttons are calling for us, too.
Kate & Meghan at Wimbledon
Kate attended one day of the tournament with sister-in-law Meghan Markle, who put her maternity leave on hold to come watch her friend Serena Williams compete.
Kate's a Tailgating Boss
When Kate brought the kids to watch dad's charity polo match in the summer of 2019, she tailgated it for lunch. What summer would be complete without a picnic out of the back of your car?
