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THE Duchess of Cambridge has quickly become a style inspiration with many of her outfits selling out as soon as she wears them.

But it hasn't always been this way. From her early tweed skirts to that iconic blue engagement dress, we take a look at the evolution of Kate's wardrobe.

August 2004

Posing in front of Blenheim Palace, Kate teams riding boots with a heritage tweed skirt and matching coat for an old-school royal look
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Posing in front of Blenheim Palace, Kate teams riding boots with a heritage tweed skirt and matching coat for an old-school royal lookCredit: Stephen Lock/Shutterstock

December 2006

Kate plays with colour in an Armani coat, but looks more mum than girlfriend at William’s graduation at Sandhurst
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Kate plays with colour in an Armani coat, but looks more mum than girlfriend at William’s graduation at SandhurstCredit: Shutterstock

November 2010

The Issa dress Kate wears to announce her engagement to Wills sells out in 24 hours, but isn’t cutting-edge
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The Issa dress Kate wears to announce her engagement to Wills sells out in 24 hours, but isn’t cutting-edgeCredit: Chris Jackson/Getty Images

October 2018

The first signs Kate is upping her style game as she steps out in this edgy Erdem number. It’s covers where it should, but a shoulder reveal adds a bit of glamour
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The first signs Kate is upping her style game as she steps out in this edgy Erdem number. It’s covers where it should, but a shoulder reveal adds a bit of glamourCredit: Nils Jorgensen/Shutterstock

February 2019

Kate is often seen in a shades of blue, and this Mulberry cape coat looks gorgeous on her. It’s a wardrobe investment she’ll be able to wear time and time again
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Kate is often seen in a shades of blue, and this Mulberry cape coat looks gorgeous on her. It’s a wardrobe investment she’ll be able to wear time and time againCredit: GettyImages

March 2019

This was the moment the Duchess blossomed into a true fashion icon, thanks to this chic Gucci blouse, high-waisted Jigsaw trousers and Aspinal of London bag
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This was the moment the Duchess blossomed into a true fashion icon, thanks to this chic Gucci blouse, high-waisted Jigsaw trousers and Aspinal of London bagCredit: GettyImages

March 2019

The Duchess steps out in a stunning Alexander McQueen tiered floral, belted dress, reworked from when she first wore it as an off-the-shoulder number back in 2017
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The Duchess steps out in a stunning Alexander McQueen tiered floral, belted dress, reworked from when she first wore it as an off-the-shoulder number back in 2017Credit: Karwai Tang/WireImage

March 2019

A military-inspired red Catheriine Walker coat, perfectly styled with a pillbox hat and beige suede accessories, puts Kate centre stage at the Commonwealth Day service
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A military-inspired red Catheriine Walker coat, perfectly styled with a pillbox hat and beige suede accessories, puts Kate centre stage at the Commonwealth Day serviceCredit: Karwai Tang/WireImage

May 2019

On paper, an ankle-skimming, polka dot shirt-dress shouldn’t work, but thanks to the oversized collar, cuffs and drop waist, her Alessandra Rich number is stylish and spot-on
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On paper, an ankle-skimming, polka dot shirt-dress shouldn’t work, but thanks to the oversized collar, cuffs and drop waist, her Alessandra Rich number is stylish and spot-onCredit: GettyImages

June 2019

Stepping straight out of a fairy tale, Kate looks every inch the princess in a powder-blue lace dress by Elie Saab, beautifully accessorised with a stunning Philip Treacy hat
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Stepping straight out of a fairy tale, Kate looks every inch the princess in a powder-blue lace dress by Elie Saab, beautifully accessorised with a stunning Philip Treacy hatCredit: Samir Hussein/WireImage

September 2019

Blending in beautifully in an Emilia Wickstead rose-print dress and raffia wedges while opening the Back to Nature play area in Wisley, Surrey
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Blending in beautifully in an Emilia Wickstead rose-print dress and raffia wedges while opening the Back to Nature play area in Wisley, SurreyCredit: Chris Jackson/Getty Images

October 2019

Kate is a fan of the high street, and a Warehouse jumper, Jigsaw culottes, Tod’s pumps and Chanel bag (we can but dream) are the perfect ways to transition into winter
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Kate is a fan of the high street, and a Warehouse jumper, Jigsaw culottes, Tod’s pumps and Chanel bag (we can but dream) are the perfect ways to transition into winterCredit: GettyImages

October 2019

Starting the royal tour in Pakistan, the Duchess channels Princess Diana with this elegant turquoise dress and trousers co-ord from British designer Catherine Walker
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Starting the royal tour in Pakistan, the Duchess channels Princess Diana with this elegant turquoise dress and trousers co-ord from British designer Catherine WalkerCredit: Samir Hussein/WireImage

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