Princess Kate’s most incredible hats and fascinators - in pictures
The Princess of Wales has had the "Kate effect" ever since she announced her engagement to Prince William, with royal fans going wild over her wardrobe every time she makes an appearance.
But Princess Kate has also proved not to be afraid to pull out all the stops when it comes to her hats and fascinators.
Her exquisite collection of headwear has become a signature element of her style, captivating the attention of fashion enthusiasts worldwide.
The royal has effortlessly embraced this traditional accessory, bringing a modern and elegant twist to her ensembles.
Express.co.uk lists the princess's most incredible headpieces through the years.
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The Order Of The Garter Service (2023)
Princess Kate matched her bespoke polka dot Alessandra Rich dress with a colour-matching Philip Treacy hat for the Order of the Garter service in 2023.
The dress featured a high neckline, long sleeves and a cinched-in waist.
Even the feather detailing on her hat was covered in tiny polka-dots, taking hat and outfit coordination to new heights.
Royal Ascot (2023)
The royal turned heads at Royal Ascot in 2023 with a vibrant red number.
She opted to wear a bold red Alexander McQueen dress with a matching wide-brimmed Philip Treacy hat.
The accessory was embellished with a giant flower.
Easter Sunday Service (2023)
Princess Kate matched her cobalt blue coat dress by Catherine Walker & Co with a Mayfair Pillbox Hat by Lock & Co.
She had worn the design before in a different colour in 2022.
The princess had then chosen a dark green piece to attend St Patrick’s Day Parade in 2022.
Funeral service of Queen Elizabeth II (2022)
The princess dressed aptly for Queen Elizabeth II's funeral in September 2022.
She wore a Philip Treacy wide-brimmed hat with a subtle veil to compliment her Alexander McQueen black coat dress.
Kate also chose a pearl necklace that belonged to the late Queen.
The Order Of The Garter Service (2022)
The Princess of Wales was in a blue ensemble for 2022's Order of the Garter ceremonies in Windsor.
She wore Juliette Botterill’s Floral Leaf Teardrop hat.
The hat's woven straw base was "adorned with an array of silk roses, rosebuds, leaves, and silk abaca bow."
Trooping The Colour (2019)
The princess sported a striking yellow hat by Philip Treacy for 2019's Trooping the Colour.
It was the same one she wore at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding.
She matched the hat with a pale yellow coat dress, a bespoke designer by Alexander McQueen.
Royal Ascot (2019)
The then Duchess wowed in a light blue Elie Saab dress with sheer sleeves.
She paired the ensemble with a Philip Treacy hat in a matching colour.
The hat was nearly identical to the pink one Meghan Markle wore to Prince Charles' 70th birthday patronage in 2018.
Princess Eugenie’s wedding (2018)
This time the royal chose a deep pink, puff-sleeved frock designed by Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen.
She paired the dress with a tonally coordinated Philip Treacy fascinator.
She completed the look with a pair of velvet pumps and a clutch.
Trooping The Colour (2017)
The Princess of Wales stunned royal fans in a bubblegum pink ensemble.
She wore a "vibrant new cocktail percher hat" by Jane Taylor.
The hat matched her Alexander McQueen dress.
Royal Ascot (2016)
The princess wore a white lace Dolce & Gabbana dress.
She accessorised it with a Jane Taylor again. This was the princess's debut at Royal Ascot.
Commonwealth Observance Service (2015)
In 2015, the royal chose a Jane Taylor hat again for the Commonwealth Observance Service.
She also recycled a pale pink coat she'd previously worn.
It featured a large collar, side darting, three-quarter-length sleeves and oversized pearl buttons.
Trooping the Colour (2011)
This was Princess Kate's first Trooping the Colour ceremony, just a few months after her marriage to Prince William.
The royal chose a white Alexander McQueen coat dress.
She paired her white statement coat with a hat is by Sylvia Fletcher for Lock & Co.
Garter Service (2011)
Kate chose a stunning fascinator by Rachel Trevor–Morgan.
She also chose a gray dress by Katherine Hooker.
The royal completed the look with some white topaz and diamond stud earrings.