Rock the Bump: 8 Kate-inspired Maternity Outfits

Since the day Kate Middleton tied the knot with Prince William, we’ve been in love with her sophisticated taste when it comes to fashion. She is known to strike an elegant balance between classic cuts and bold, striking prints, even now that she is sporting a baby bump. She has been flawlessly flaunting that beautiful mother-to-be glow with her selection of flattering silhouettes, a muse for designers such as Prabal Gurung, Alexander McQueen, and Diane Von Furstenberg, to name a few. 

But what style-philes love about the Duchess of Cambridge is that she has made it a point to stick to affordable, non-maternity clothes (she wears Zara and Topshop), making us commoners feel that we, too, can look as ravishing as her, if we know where to look. Expectant moms know now that they can still wear regular clothes that will make them look good while proudly showing off their growing belly at the same time.

In just a few days (reports say she is due on July 17th), she’ll be officially giving birth to the royal heir. As we excitedly await that moment, we take a look at some of her best preggy looks, while drawing inspiration from them to recreate the same head-turning effect. What’s even better? These pieces are all easy on the pocket! Start checking them out when you go to the next page.

Related article: Duchess Kate Plans Hypnobirth for Baby

Photos of Kate Middleton from Rex Features; photos of clothes, shoes and accessories by Mark Jesalva; styling and additional text by Nasia Cammayo

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Set 1:

Aside from playing with colors and prints, Kate experiments with textures too! Go for an elegant texture like lace. If you’re in your first trimester, well before your bump starts to become prominent, you can still pull off a slightly form-fitting lace number such as this one. Lace adds an instant touch of femininity to any occasion, and can stand out even with simple accessories. Hit two birds with one stone by donning a lace number in a light color; Kate loves her pastels too!

 1. Lace dress, P1999, from Karimadon

2. Pearl studs, P329.75, from SM Accessories

3. Black patent pumps, P1099, from Wade 

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Set 2:

Pregnant or not, Kate seems to favor the color blue for her outfits, and also has a penchant for A-line skirts. They accentuate the waistline while providing comfort with the flowy hem. Get Kate’s look in a dress with a similar cut but a different shade of blue and minimal accessories.

1. Dress, P1599, from Memo

2. Two-strand pearl necklace, P249.75, from SM Accessories

3. Camel  wedges, P899, from Wade

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Set 3:

Kate has a love for prints and colors, but creates a stylish balance by pairing them with basics like black pumps and a simple clutch. Get the look of this Prabal Gurung piece with a floral print dress in the same color palette.

1. Tear drop earrings, P299.75, from SM Accessories

2. Printed dress with belt, P1899, from Karimadon

3. Leatherette iPad case (used as clutch), P899, from Memo

4. Patent pumps, P1099, from Wade

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Set 4:

Here, Kate experiments again with pastel. Pastel colors lend that fresh and soft touch to any ensemble, and a cinched waist creates a more womanly shape if your bump’s beginning to show. Get this look by pairing a peach blazer with a flowy dress in a tone close to your jacket/blazer’s color

1. Printed dress, P1175, from Forever 21

2. Tweed blazer, P1535, from Forever 21

3. Pearl bracelet, P199.75, from SM Accessories

4. Camel wedges, P899, from Wade

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Set 5:

Show off your bump in a subtle way with this party outfit from the Duchess of Cambridge. Cop this look by wearing black and try wearing a sixties-inspired skirt with block patterns for a slimming effect.

1. Peplum top, P1275, from Forever 21 with skirt, P1025, from Forever 21

2. Earrings, P250, from May Erfe

3. Patent pumps, P1099, from Wade

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Set 6:

Kate mixes comfort and style in a printed wrap dress that shows off her bump in a modest way. This printed wrap style dress in a lightweight fabric gives you Kate’s look but in a different light.

1. Scarf, P249.75, from SM Accessories

2. Printed dress, 1599, from Memo

3. Croc skin pumps, P1199, from Wade

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Set 7:

Kate loves to surprise everyone with fun details that are still very feminine and stylish. Dresses that have an empire waist and flowy bottom are a comfortable choice for pregnant women. Go for a black and white look that has fun and feminine details such as the contrast leather piping on the jacket and the mullet cut dress.

1. Black mullet dress, P1499, from Karimadon

2. Bejeweled pearl necklace, P550, from May Erfe

3. Tweed jacket, P1535, from Forever 21

4. Shoes with woven heel detail, P1499, from Wade

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Set 8:

Wear a loose-fitting dress for comfort but choose a length that shows off your legs, just like Kate. 

1. Peplum tweed jacket, P1795, from Forever 21

2. A-line dress, P1275, from Forever21

3. Studs with gold detail, P299.75, from SM Accessories

4. Velvet pumps with ribbon, P1199, from Wade