Wedding season brings about one of life’s greatest challenges: dress shopping. Thankfully, just in time for the hunt, Kate Middleton has inspired us with yet another spectacular outfit. Last Wednesday, the Duchess chose a fire-engine-red off-the-shoulder maxi by Alexander McQueen (the design house that made her unforgettable wedding gown) for a garden party in Berlin. She completed the head-turning look with a pair of statement earrings and cream Prada shoes.
Although the Duchess usually opts for looks that are more timeless, this dress definitely veers into trendy territory with its Bardot neckline. But that maxi hemline and loose silhouette gives it a hit of breezy class. If you love this look but aren’t prepared to spend roughly two thousand dollars to copy it, we understand. Click through this collection of equally bold and pretty alternatives to Kate’s outfit, ranked from cheapest to major splurge.
The Duchess of Cambridge at the Queen’s Birthday Garden Party at the British Ambassador’s Reception in Berlin, Germany.
(Photo: Rex/Shutterstock)Angel Sleeve Maxi Dress, $45, asos.com
Cold Shoulder Angel Sleeve Maxi Dress, $45, asos.com
Ellie Ruffle Off Shoulder Maxi Dress, $52, boohoo.com
Bella Bardot Lace Trim Maxi Dress, $52, boohoo.com
Bardot half sleeve maxi dress, $77, markandspencerlondon.com
Trendy plus size off the shoulder dress, $78, macys.com
Blissful Frilling Off-shoulder Maxi Dress in Red, $85, chickwish.com
Off-the-Shoulder Wrap Maxi Dress, $200, dillards.com
Mariah Midi Dress, $347, freepeople.com
Sol dress, $500, lurelly.com
Pansy Embroidered Off-the-Shoulder Maxi Dress, $579, revolve.com
Hib Off-the-Shoulder Lace Sylvie Dress, $580, saksfifthavenue.com
Tessa Embroidered Off-the-Shoulder Dress, $655, saksfifthavenue.com
Bubble sleeve dress, $874, avenue32.com
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