{"id":84770,"date":"2025-05-08T14:00:19","date_gmt":"2025-05-08T14:00:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/84770\/"},"modified":"2025-05-08T14:00:19","modified_gmt":"2025-05-08T14:00:19","slug":"kate-middleton-just-wore-a-near-replica-of-dianas-polka-dot-two-piece","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/84770\/","title":{"rendered":"Kate Middleton Just Wore a Near-Replica of Diana’s Polka Dot Two-Piece"},"content":{"rendered":"

Kate Middleton<\/a> and Princess Diana<\/a> are both revered as royal fashion icons, but I\u2019ve never considered their personal styles to be particularly alike. Diana\u2019s wardrobe was rooted in the eccentricity of the \u201980s<\/a>, gradually transitioning into the sleek minimalism that defined her \u201990s<\/a> looks. In contrast, Catherine, Princess of Wales<\/a>, has long favoured a more restrained and consistent aesthetic\u2014think tailored dresses<\/a>, jewel-toned hues and classic accessories\u2014a style formula that has remained largely unchanged since her royal debut.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s why I did a double-take when I saw Middleton step out in an outfit that could have been lifted directly from Princess Diana\u2019s archive. Attending a service in central London<\/a> to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day, Middleton wore a white polka-dot midi dress by Alessandra Rich, with a high neckline, voluminous sleeves and a softly cinched waist\u2014a silhouette and print so reminiscent of Diana\u2019s iconic style, it sparked instant d\u00e9j\u00e0 vu.<\/p>\n

\"Kate<\/p>\n

(Image credit: Getty Images)<\/p>\n

The resemblance was uncanny. Diana once wore a strikingly similar white polka-dot ensemble to Epsom Races circa 1986\u2014a structured two-piece with a nipped-in waist and bold shoulders, complete with a spattering of polka dots.<\/p>\n

\"Kate<\/p>\n

(Image credit: Getty Images)<\/p>\n

Enduringly elegant, this timeless print feels as relevant today as it did in ’86. Wearing hers with DeMellier’s The Midi Montreal bag (\u00a3435)<\/a>, Middleton injected a distinctly modern twist into your ensemble, completing her look with nude pointed-toe heels, pearl drop earrings and a black headpiece.<\/p>\n

A classic design with plenty of mileage, read on to discover the best white polka dot dresses to shop now.<\/p>\n

SHOP WHITE POLKA DOT DRESSES:
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\"Naira<\/p>\n

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While I love this in the classic polka dot, it also comes in four other prints.<\/p>\n

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\"Collar<\/p>\n

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The Kooples<\/p>\n

Collar Polka-Dot Woven Maxi Dress<\/p>\n

The cinch waist design gives the illusion of a blouse and skirt pairing.<\/p>\n

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\"Balloon<\/p>\n

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NAKD<\/p>\n

Balloon Sleeve Open Back Maxi Dress<\/p>\n

Style this with black ballet flats or pair with a pointed toe heel.<\/p>\n

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\"&<\/p>\n

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& Other Stories<\/p>\n

Maxi Dress With Ruffle Edging<\/p>\n

I really can’t see this staying in stock for long.<\/p>\n

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\"Rita<\/p>\n

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Jacquemus<\/p>\n

Rita Draped Polka-Dot Maxi Dress<\/p>\n

The bardot neckline instills such a romantic energy.<\/p>\n

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\"Eleanor<\/p>\n

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RIXO \u22c6<\/p>\n

Eleanor – Bohemia Spot Ivory<\/p>\n

This comes in UK sizes 6\u201420.<\/p>\n

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\"Off-The-Shoulder<\/p>\n

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H&M<\/p>\n

Off-The-Shoulder Dress<\/p>\n

Style this with knee boots during summer’s chillier days.<\/p>\n

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\"White<\/p>\n

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Nobodys Child<\/p>\n

White Polka Dot Bandeau Felicity Midi Dress<\/p>\n

This elegant polka dot dress is perfect for high-summer styling.<\/p>\n

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