Princess Kate dons £1,500 outfit as royal reminisces over her university days

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Princess Kate looked stunning today

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Dorothy Reddin

By Dorothy Reddin


Published: 11/10/2023

- 13:30

Updated: 11/10/2023

- 15:27

The Princess of Wales wore a combination of clothes and accessories that totalled £1,485

Princess Kate looked phenomenal today for visits to Nottingham Trent University and the University of Nottingham, where she admitted she'd "love to be a student again".

The Princess of Wales wore a brand new outfit for today's visit, which consisted of a matching jumper and skirt from the brand Sezane.


Kate wore the "Sami" jumper from the brand, which retails for £110.

Described as a "merino wool and organic cotton long-sleeve jumper", the garment is also decorated with buttons along the sleeves.

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Princess Kate's jumper and skirt are from Sezane

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Princess Kate's shoes are from Gianvito Rossi

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The 41-year-old paired her jumper with a matching "Naelle" skirt for a further £135.

The princess told students in Nottingham: "University, for me, was when I learnt to try out because there's so much on offer."

She joked: "I'd love to be a student again!"

For the rest of Kate's outfit, she turned to her existing wardrobe for accessories and footwear. The princess chose to carry her Tusting Mini Holly Bag in Taupe, which sells for £365.

Its description says: "A runaway success ever since its launch, the Mini Holly is a pretty and curvaceous 1950s-inspired bag.

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Princess Kate stepped out in Nottingham today

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Princess Kate carried a £365 handbag today

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"She comes in a selection of delicious colours and is a petite top-handled leather handbag with clean, curving lines and a fold-over flap secured by an elegant turn-lock fitting.

"With a detachable shoulder strap, the Mini Holly can be carried cross-body or over the shoulder and is simply stunning when just held by hand."

The mother of three additionally wore Simone Rocha Faux-Pearl Curb-Chain Earrings.

These £225 earrings have the following description: "Simone Rocha - Chunky curb-chain links bring a confident note to Simone Rocha's gold-tone metal earrings.

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Princess Kate wore Simone Rocha earrings

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"They're adorned with round faux pearls - one of the designer's signatures - and finished with post-back fastenings to hold them safely in place.

"Wear them above a ruffled cardigan for a contemporary take on opulent codes."

For footwear, the Princess of Wales opted to wear Gianvito Rossi "Gianvito 105" Bisque Suede Pumps, which are the most expensive at £650.

Overall, Kate's outfit today came to a total of £1,485.

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Princess Kate looked beautiful as usual today

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Royal fans were excited to see the princess return to wearing skirts, after a period of constantly wearing trouser suits.

One royal watcher said on Instagram: "Wow looking good. Finally back "

Another said: "She looks fabulous in this outfit, love her hair in this one."

Similarly, someone wrote: "I love this!! it’s so cosy and gives autumn vibes, and it’s not a suit so that’s a win!"

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