The Kate Effect
With an army of stylists and designers at her fingertips, getting dressed should come easy for the former Kate Middleton. However in recent years, we’ve come to watch – encouragingly – as the royal has honed a small collection of labels that she continually rewears and favours. This week, the Duchess of Cambridge again looked to British label Eponine for her visit to the west end’s production of Evan Hansen. Led by creative director Jet Shenkman, the label continually references the polished glamour of the 50s and 60s to deliver collections that are tailored, while still modern. And it’s not just favoured by the royals; inspired by a checked boucle shift dress worn by Catherine in 2016, Carrie Symonds also chose the Kensington-based brand in 2019 when she visited the Queen at her Balmoral estate. Rented from MWHQ, Carrie stamped her own style on a blue and white tweed dress by styling it with knee-high flat boots for a Sixties twist.
Our favourites and how to wear them…
Working Girl
Pair Eponine’s neon pink suit with Louboutin platform boots to give it some edge and add a chunky Diana Broussard necklace
Holiday at Home
Inject a burst of colour into your daywear with this fruity number. Team with low tops for running around in the day
Sixties Chic
Bring a retro mood to your wardrobe with this Carrie dress – finished with handy front pockets (don’t we all LOVE a pocket?). Wear with Mary Janes or knee high flat boots
