13 Kate Middleton-Approved Christmas Gifts

When it comes to Christmas gifts that are fit for a royal, why not go with gifts that are actually approved by a royal? Kate Middleton may not share a list of her favorite items each year (she’s not Oprah, after all), but with some simple sleuthing, we’ve figured out some of her go-to brands and products. From clothing and jewelry, to kids’ products and candles, there’s a little something for everyone on this list!

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Essie 'Ballet Slippers' Nail Polish

ST DAVIDS, WALES - SEPTEMBER 08: Catherine, Princess of Wales, bag detail, visits St Davids Cathedral for a service to commemorate the first anniversary of the death of Queen Elizabeth II, on September 08, 2023 in St Davids, United Kingdom. Queen Elizabeth II passed away at Balmoral Castle, her private Scottish residence, on September 8th 2022. This brought to an end her 70-year reign, the longest of a British monarch. Her funeral was held at Westminster Abbey on 19 September and she is buried in St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle. (Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage)
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Kate Middleton is known for keeping her nails very simple — she often doesn’t wear any color on her nails at all (just a clear polish). When she does opt for color, it’s reported that she goes with Queen Elizabeth’s favorite polish, Essie’s “Ballet Slippers,” a very pale pink.

Denim Dress

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When Kate shared an update on her cancer journey in September, she posted an emotional video of her summer spent playing with her kids in nature. In the video, she wears a blue denim dress, believed to be this inexpensive shirt dress from Roman!

Superga Sneakers

PLYMOUTH, ENGLAND - JULY 31: Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge during her visit to the 1851 Trust and the Great Britain SailGP Team on July 31, 2022 in Plymouth, England. During the visit, the Duchess of Cambridge took part in activities educating young people about sustainability. (Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage)
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Kate Middleton’s casual outfits often feature plain white sneakers. Some of her favorites are these Superga Women’s 2750 Cotu Class Low Top Sneakers. It’s not just royals who love these shoes — celebs such as Priyanka Chopra, Hailey Bieber, Emily Ratajkowski, and Chrissy Teigen have all been spotted wearing these classic sneakers.

Plum & Ashby Candle

During Baby Loss Awareness Week in October, Kate posted a photo of this Wave of Light candle from Plum & Ashby, writing, “Baby Loss Awareness Week is such an important moment to support those who have experienced the devastation of baby loss. Sending love, strength and hope to anyone affected.”

This royal-approved candle features scents of fresh fig and jasmine, and the candle comes with a “remembering card” to honor the loss.

Laura Lombardi Gold Portrait Necklace

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - NOVEMBER 30: Prince William, Prince of Wales and Catherine, Princess of Wales, watch the NBA basketball game between the Boston Celtics and the Miami Heat at TD Garden on November 30, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Prince and Princess of Wales are visiting the coastal city of Boston to attend the second annual Earthshot Prize Awards Ceremony, an event which celebrates those whose work is helping to repair the planet. During their trip, which will last for three days, the royal couple will learn about the environmental challenges Boston faces as well as meeting those who are combating the effects of climate change in the area. (Photo by Paul Edwards - Pool/Getty Images)
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In 2022, Kate Middleton wore this gorgeous gold necklace while attending a basketball game between the Boston Celtics and the Miami Heat in Boston. She has been spotted wearing the necklace other times as well, so it’s safe to say this is princess-approved.

Clarins Lip Perfector Sheer Lip Gloss

LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 02: Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge attends day two of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on July 02, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Karwai Tang/Getty Images)
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At Wimbledon in 2019, Kate Middleton was spotted applying this Clarins lip gloss in the shade Rose Shimmer. This plumping lip gloss has a sheer, shimmery finish, and the formula is hydrating and softening. It’s no wonder the princess loves this neutral gloss.

Frog Balance Bike

In Prince Louis’ third birthday photo, he’s riding a balance bike while on his way to his first day of nursery school. Upon closer inspection, the bike he’s riding is from Frog Bikes (seemingly the Tadpole bike). Because moms are usually the ones who choose (or at least approve) their bikes, it’s safe to assume this bike is a winner in Kate’s eyes.

Fujifilm X-T3 Camera

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Kate “has longstanding interest in the visual arts, photography, design and textiles,” according to her royal biography. She often shares her photos on the @princeandprincessofwales Instagram account, usually for her kids’ birthdays!

The princess uses a few different cameras, but her go-to camera is a Fujifilm X-T3, as seen in this image. Although it’s an expensive gift, it takes truly beautiful photographs.

LuluLemon Define Jacket

LONDONDERRY, NORTHERN IRELAND - SEPTEMBER 29: Prince William, Duke of Cambridge and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge visit the City of Derry Rugby Club to meet with players, coaches and volunteers involved in the ‘Sport Uniting Communities’ initiative that is a collaboration between the Irish Football Association, Ulster Gaelic Athletic Association and Ulster Rugby, that aims to promote peace and reconciliation, on September 29, 2021 in Londonderry, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. (Photo by Samir Hussein/WireImage)
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In 2021, Kate Middleton wore the iconic Lululemon Define Jacket. It’s sleek and casual, so it’s the perfect option to wear for hiking, biking, or just watching your kids’ soccer practice. Kate has worn Lululemon on numerous occasions — she’s also been seen wearing the brand’s sneakers and pants.

Ray-Ban Kids' Sunglasses

The Princess of Wales and Princess Charlotte in the royal box on day fourteen of the 2024 Wimbledon Championships at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London. Picture date: Sunday July 14, 2024. (Photo by Mike Egerton/PA Images via Getty Images)
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During Wimbledon 2024, Kate was spotted with daughter Princess Charlotte, who was sporting adorable pink sunglasses. The exact glasses she was wearing were these transparent pink Ray-Bans. Charlotte wore them as sunglasses, but they’re also available as prescription lenses.

Pink Charm Earrings

CARRICKFERGUS, NORTHERN IRELAND - OCTOBER 06: Prince William, Prince of Wales and Catherine, Princess of Wales during a visit to Carrickfergus on October 06, 2022 in Northern Ireland. (Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage)
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Kate Middleton loves these simple pink charm hoop earrings from Missoma. The delicate earrings are made with 18k gold plated vermeil and feature a rhodochrosite stone. The princess first wore these earrings in 2020, and they’ve been in her rotation ever since.

La Coqueta Baby Clothes

Britain's Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, holds the hand of her son Britain's Prince Louis of Cambridge as he stands up during the Platinum Pageant in London on June 5, 2022 as part of Queen Elizabeth II's platinum jubilee celebrations. The curtain comes down on four days of momentous nationwide celebrations to honour Queen Elizabeth II's historic Platinum Jubilee with a day-long pageant lauding the 96-year-old monarch's record seven decades on the throne. (Photo by Chris Jackson / POOL / AFP) (Photo by CHRIS JACKSON/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)
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Prince Louis is known for his adorable outfits (and silly antics). Many of the young prince’s outfits are from La Coqueta, so it’s clear the brand is one of Kate Middleton’s favorites. Boy moms know how tough it can be to find actually cute boys’ outfits (that aren’t covered in trucks or dinosaurs), but the princess definitely knows how to style her sons to look posh.

Rainbow Umbrella

LONDON, ENGLAND - JUNE 18: Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge arrives at a reception to meet parents of users of a Centre for Early Childhood in the grounds of Kensington Palace on June 18, 2021 in London, England. The Duchess of Cambridge has launched her own Centre for Early Childhood, to raise awareness of the importance of early years. (Photo by Toby Melville-WPA Pool/Getty Images)
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In 2021, the princess used a fun rainbow umbrella on her way to a reception to meet parents using a Centre for Early Childhood on the grounds of Kensington Palace. Kate knows the importance of early childhood education and she loves kids, so it’s no surprise she used such a colorful umbrella for that event.

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