Kate Middleton’s Caribbean wardrobe cost an incredible £35,000 ‘Always looked beautiful!’

Kate Middleton and Prince William’s Royal Tour of the Caribbean came to a close last night with the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge arriving back in the UK earlier today. During her time in Belize, Jamaica and The Bahamas, Kate wore an array of outfits – a mixture of designer labels and high street brands. In total, Kate’s outfits for the week-long tour are said to cost around £35,000. Here’s everything the Duchess wore and how much each item cost.  

Day 1: Arrival at Belize airport 

For her first appearance in the Caribbean, Kate opted for a cobalt blue lace suit dress, a matching clutch back and shoes. 

In total, this outfit cost £2634. 

Jacket and skirt: £2,304 by Jenny Packham 

Shoes: £315 by Emmy London 

Mask: £15 by Amaia Kids

Day 2: Cacoa farm visit 

On the second day, Kate opted for a more relaxed beach dress in a beautiful floral print. The whole outfit cost £885.  

Dress: £500 by Tory Burch 

Bag: British designer Anya Hindmarch – worn before 

Earrings: £55 by Sézane 

Shoes: £330 ‘Hestia’ Embellished Woven Raffia Espadrilles In White by Stella McCartney 

Sunglasses: Ray-Ban – worn before 

Scuba diving 

During the afternoon of the second day, Kate and William explored Belize’s beautiful barrier reef – the second largest in the world – at South Water Caye. 

Wetsuit: £72.95

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Day 3: Archaeological site of Caracol visit 

For the third day, the Duke and Duchess visited an iconic ancient Mayan archaeological site deep in the jungle in the Chiquibul Forest, and Kate dressed accordingly in khaki trousers and a plain white t-shirt. Her outfit cost £447 in total. 

Top: £35 by John Lewis 

Jacket: £90 Belted Tencel Safari Shirt by Scotch and Soda 

Trousers: £70 by G-Star RAW 

Shoes: £57 by Superga 2750 trainers

Sunglasses: £115 New Wayfarer Classic by Ray-ban 

Earrings: Spells of Love Medium Hoops – worn before 

Shoes: £80 by Palladium Pampa High

Evening reception 

Kate chose a bright pink floor-length gown for the evening reception which was hosted by the Governor-General of Belize in celebration of Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. This outfit cost £2500. 

Dress: £2,500 by The Vampire’s Wife 

Earrings: Onitaa – worn before 

Shoes: Jimmy Choo sandals – worn before 

Bag: Xe’il Belize – gifted by local designer 

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Day six: Military parade 

For a military parade, some royal fans suggested the Duchess channelled the Queen. Kate was photographed wearing another lace dress, this time in white, with a matching hat, bag and shoes. Overall, the outfit is said to cost £2315. 

Dress: £1,500 (estimation) by Alexander McQueen

Fascinator: Philip Treacy

Bag: £400 by Anya Hindmarch

Bracelet: Borrowed from Princess Diana’s collection

Shoes: £415 by Emmy London

Earrings: Borrowed from the Queen 

Leaving Jamaica 

To leave Jamaica, Kate boarded the plane in a bright green dress and a symbolic brooch – the Queen’s hummingbird. Considering the dress was a re-wear, the shoes were the only costly item of the outfit. 

Dress: Emilia Wickstead – worn before 

Shoes: £550 by Gianvito 105

Arriving in The Bahamas 

To step off the plane in The Bahamas, Kate opted for another Emilia Wickstead dress, this time in blue. 

Dress: £1380 (estimation) by Emilia Wickstead

Shoes: Worn before 

Earrings: £98 by Sezane 

Day seven: School visit 

Despite the heavens opening and the Duke and Duchess getting wet, Kate dazzled in a mint green dress when visiting a local school. This outfit cost £407. 

Dress: £350 by Self Portrait

Shoes: Jimmy Choo – worn before 

Earrings: £57  by Nadia Irena

Boat trip 

That afternoon, Kate and William atteneded the Platinum Jubilee Sailing Regatta. For the occasion, Kate got her legs out and chose shorts and a polo top. 

Shorts: £26.17 by J.Crew 

Top: £19.99 (originally £40) by Gill.

Earrings: £60 by spells of Love

Evening reception

To attend a reception hosted by the Governor-General, Kate chose a satin ballgown which caused a stir among royal fans who suggested she looked like Cinderella. The glamorous outfit set Kate back £6725. 

Dress: £6,500 (estimation) by Phillipa Lepley

Bag: £225 by Lulu Guinness

Jewellery: Van Cleef & Arpels – worn before

Day eight: Church and Fish Fry visit 

For her final day in the Caribbean, Kate stood out in a beautiful bubblegum pink shirt dress with matching accessories. This outfit is said to cost £784. 

Dress: £254 by Rixo

Shoes: £160 by Castañer

Bag: £370 by Emmy London

Airport departure 

To leave the Caribbean, Kate divided both royal fans and fashionistas with a yellow floral dress. Her final outfit is said to cost £6223. 

Dress: £1,655 by Alessandra Rich

Shoes: £560 by Gianvito Rossi

Bag: £598 by Ferragamo 

Earrings: £3,400 by Patrick Mavro

Royal fans took to Twitter to praise the tour and Kate’s choice of outfits. 

One said: “A beautiful tour. ou showed grace and dignity throughout.  Your interactions between the people of the islands will be the most memorable.  Thank you.” 

Someone else wrote: “A huge well done to you both on a fantastic tour – you have shown incredible dignity & strength throughout, despite the challenges! Excellent statement, great to see you listening and adapting to the needs of the modern world. You will make a fab King & Queen someday!” 

A third added: “Such incredible outfits the #DuchessofCambridge wore on this tour. Hard to pick a favourite!” 

One mentioned: “Regardless of what she wears, she is always beautiful.”