The Princess of Wales’s style has aged like a fine wine. Her fashion choices are fun to follow because she’s evolved in certain areas but has remained remarkably consistent in others. For instance, she’s leaned on A-line dresses, knee-high Penelope Chilvers boots, pointy-toe pumps, coat dresses, and plaid blazers for the entirety of her public life in the royal family. However, over the years, she’s also acquired new-to-her staples like wide-leg trousers, kick-flare jeans, and pantsuits.
A quick look back at old photos makes it clear that Kate Middleton has quietly retired a handful of once-beloved items as her style has matured. For example, Middleton has phased out zip-up block-heel booties, opting instead for lace-up combat boots when wearing skinny pants. She’s also sworn off Ugg boots, but that’s to be expected now that she’s next in line to be queen! Keep scrolling to revisit the boot trend everyone’s favorite royal no longer wears.
No Longer Wears: Zip-Up Block-Heel Booties
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Replaced Them With: Lace-Up Combat Boots
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Shop the Princess of Wales’s Current Favorite Style
H&M
Lace-Up Boots
Cole Haan
Lyndon Waterproof Lace-Up Boots
Bueno
Nikita Lace-Up Boots
NeroGiardini
Faux Fur Lined Combat Boots
