Kate Middleton's Belted Wool Midi Dress And Sheer Black Tights Look Great Together For Fall

Kate Middleton delivered some major fall fashion inspo when she hosted a tea at Windsor Castle in September 2026. The look — a belted Burberry midi dress in a deep shade of purple paired with black tights and Gianvito Rossi pumps — was the perfect blend of rich texture and dark color that's perfect for cold weather dressing. While the A-line skirt, midi length, and belted waist feel very fitting with Kate's signature style, the heavier fabric and darker hose were the perfect way to update the silhouette for a new season. It also wasn't the first time Kate was spotted wearing autumn's it-color.

On September 15th the Princess of Wales hosted a Three Peaks Challenge Tea Party at Windsor Castle.

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— ChristinZ (@ChristinsQueens) September 25, 2026

Fans immediately deemed the look classic on social media. "Gosh, I love this woman! Her body language, her eye contact, her sympathy... everything!" wrote one user on Instagram. "Not to mention her style!!" That's partly because Kate has an eye for timeless style, even when she's making nods to the seasons or current trends. It's hardly surprising that we've gotten so much fall fashion inspo courtesy of Kate.

Kate Middleton's personal style offers a wealth of ideas for dressing in the fall. Maybe that's because being from the United Kingdom means she's built her style for a cooler, wetter climate, or because Kate's partial to the kind of preppy Sloane Ranger style that somehow seems to scream fall. "Her coats are always 10/10," observed one Reddit user. "Ugh, I love her sweater and blazer fits!!" agreed another Reddit user. Plus, while Kate's personal aesthetic is definitely very classic and ladylike, she almost always finds ways to subtly incorporate timely elements.

Of course, not all of her looks are winners. For example, Kate's bold take on one of fall 2025's hottest color trends missed the mark. Still, Kate has been spotted in plenty of the upcoming season's hottest trends, from penny loafers to a trench coat, and she rarely misses. Her ability to rock trends without them overwhelming her personal style is part of what makes her so iconic. "All I want is enough money for fancy coats and custom tailoring so I can look impeccable every day too!!!!" wrote one Reddit user.