Both do royal fashion well.

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There’s no doubt thatPrincess Dianais one of the most influential style icons of the past centry.

Timeless Tartan

There is no pattern as associated with Great Britain as classic tartan.

Kate Middleton and Princess Diana

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The traditional pattern has been a royal staple for hundreds of years, but has been modernized over time.

Nothing illustrates this more than when Kate Middleton wore a surprisingly similar tartan coat to Princess Diana.

Diana’s had a slim, blazer-like fit, while Kate opted for a boxier silhouette with double-breasted buttons.

Kate Middleton and Princess Diana in red and green tartan coats

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The look was finished with the addition of a gorgeous choker and intricate headpiece.

Blue Polka Dots

One of the most notable timesKate Middletontook style queues fromPrincess Dianawas in 2019.

Her belted dress featured a pretty shade of pale pink and feminine-details like a bow and puffed-sleeves.

Kate Middleton and Princess Diana in similar cobalt blue outfits

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Both Kate and Diana have regularly worn the pattern to formal events.

Middleton accessorized with a smaller sculptural hat, while Diana wore a classic wide-brim design.

At the coronation of King Charles III, Kate wore a choker made of four strands of pearls.

Kate Middleton and Princess Diana in similar blue polka dot outfits

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Then, in the center, the strings of pearls connected around an ornate silver charm.

The only difference to the jacket worn by Lady Di on her honeymoon?

Hers was boxier and cropped, while Middelton’s was long and belted.

Kate Middleton and Princess Diana in baby pink over coats

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Kate Middleton and Princess Diana

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Kate Middleton and Princess Diana in similar black and white polka dot outfits

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Kate Middleton and Princess Diana in similar red and black outfits

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Kate Middleton and Princess Diana in similar pearl chokers

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Kate Middleton and Princess Diana in similar brown plaid tweed jackets

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