{"id":274933,"date":"2025-07-19T14:31:13","date_gmt":"2025-07-19T14:31:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/274933\/"},"modified":"2025-07-19T14:31:13","modified_gmt":"2025-07-19T14:31:13","slug":"kaia-gerber-copied-kate-middletons-flirty-y2k-midi-dress-and-you-might-have-missed-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/274933\/","title":{"rendered":"Kaia Gerber copied Kate Middleton’s flirty Y2K midi dress, and you might have missed it"},"content":{"rendered":"

Honestly? Kaia Gerber<\/a> and the Princess of Wales<\/a> crossing fashion paths was not on our 2025 bingo card.<\/p>\n

Kaia – Cindy Crawford’<\/a>s 23-year-old daughter, who writes her own rules when it comes to style, and the future Queen of the United Kingdom, who has a penchant for classic silhouettes with a fashion-forward edge, couldn’t have more opposing sartorial agendas on paper. But actress and model Kaia wore a dress this season that was almost identical to one of Kate’s chicest looks before marrying Prince William<\/a>, proving the unwavering influence of the Y2K era in today’s society.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u00a0In June this year, Kaia stepped out in Manhattan oozing summer chic in a vibrant, cherry\u2011red halterneck dress by fashion label Lily\u202fSilk.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"\u00a9 GC ImagesKaia Gerber stunned in a polka dot midi dress in June 2025<\/p>\n

The knee-length dress was elegantly teamed with large thin silver hoop earrings, a denim shoulder bag and a pair of cream block heeled ballet pumps with subtle bow detailing.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Princess Kate champions polka dots like no other royal. Whether she’s stepping out in one of her multiple Alessandra Rich designs, a classic Whistles piece, or even a Topshop number, the playful print has become her signature – perfectly polished and royally appropriate.<\/p>\n

Proving that she’s been a fan of the classic pattern even before marrying the then-Duke of Cambridge, Kate stepped out in 2006 to watch her future husband play in the Chakravarty Cup charity polo match. She stunned in a near-identical dress to Kaia’s, but featuring tie detailing at the waist. Kate paired hers with tonal red strappy wedges and a pair of quintessentially 2000s rectangular sunglasses.<\/p>\n

\"The\u00a9 Getty ImagesThe then-Kate Middleton wore an almost identical dress 19 years ago<\/p>\n

What we learn from both of the fashion muse’s outfits is that the fashion sphere will never tire of polka dots.\u00a0<\/p>\n

“Polka dots are endlessly adaptable, hence their longevity in the trends cycle. Yet, there\u2019s no denying they present a make-or-break sartorial situation. Worn well, and the timeless print can serve up sophistication by the bucket load,” says H! Fashion’s Tania Leslau.<\/p>\n

“The past few years have witnessed a resurgence of polka dots. Versace\u2019s \u2018La Vacanza\u2019 collection co-designed by Dua Lipa<\/a> married twee spots with Y2K butterflies. Saint Laurent infused its rock \u2018n\u2019 roll moodboard with tulle swathes of all-over discs, tickling the fancy of Lila Moss<\/a>. Dolce & Gabbana rehashed its signature spotted print for SS24, transforming the once-dud dot into a sultry picture of romance via transparent designs and ethereal silhouettes. Miu Miu\u2019s sheer pieces, debuted by Mia Goth, held Gen Z in a polka choke. Polka dots went from Fifties prom to pined after.”<\/p>\n

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