Since marrying into the British royal family, the Duchess of Cambridge has become one of the most discussed stylish figures on the planet. And as she turns 40, her status as one of the most influential people in fashion shows no signs of fading.
Whenever she steps out, whether it’s for a red carpet event, diplomatic reception or a dressed-down engagement, every inch of her look is dissected, discussed and replicated.
The British royal started as a demure dresser, sticking to coatdresses and formal gowns for engagements in 2011. However, in recent years – since teaming up with stylist Virginia Chadwyck-Healey – the duchess has started taking more style risks.
Most recently, she dazzled in a caped, glittering Jenny Packham gown at the James Bond No Time to Die premiere, and in a trio of Alexander McQueen dresses for the series of Paolo Roversi portraits released to celebrate her 40th birthday. The three portraits will be hung in Britain’s National Portrait Gallery.
