Every outfit Kate Middleton has worn to Wimbledon over the years
When it comes to Wimbledon attire, Kate Middleton always triumphs.
The duchess frequently attends the yearly tennis competition as the royal patron of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club (AELTC), taking over from Queen Elizabeth in 2016.
With the exception of 2013, when she was expecting Prince George, and 2020, when the COVID pandemic forced the event’s first cancellation since World War II, she has actually attended the championships every year since her wedding to Prince William in 2011.
The duchess now favors longer, fuller skirts as well as more colorful and patterned dresses, like the polka-dotted Alessandra Rich dress she wore for her first appearance at the 2022 event. Middleton is still known to rock her tennis whites at Wimbledon, but her look has evolved since the early days of her marriage.
Here, we examine every Wimbledon appearance the Duchess of Cambridge has ever made.
Temperley London in 2011
Wimbledon with Kate Middleton
For her first Wimbledon appearance, Middleton sported a flirtatious Temperley London gown.
In June 2011, the newlywed duchess made her maiden Wimbledon visit as a member of the royal family while donning a tiered white dress by Temperley London that was heavily tennis-inspired.
While Middleton rarely wears sleeveless clothing, she did so to see Andy Murray play Richard Gasquet, appearing cool and relaxed on the hot July day.
A suitable option for her royal Wimbledon debut, the dress featured fascinating petal embellishment at the shoulders and back and tennis skirt-style pleating.
She took a brown coat in case the British weather changed, along with a purse with a tan snakeskin print, for the occasion.
Alexander McQueen, 2012
Wimbledon with Kate Middleton
In order to attend Wimbledon in 2012, Middleton reused a knit dress she wore to Prince Edward Island in Canada in 2011.
The Duchess of Cambridge attended Wimbledon twice in 2012. She joined Prince William for the men’s quarterfinal match in the same knit sailor-style Alexander McQueen outfit she wore on the couple’s 2011 tour of Canada.
The cream sweater dress was ideal for a sporty day out because it had blue stripes at the waist and cuffs and a jaunty tie neck. She accessorized with navy quilted clutch by Jaeger and diamond and sapphire earrings.
Joseph in 2012
Clapping Pippa and Kate Middleton
The duchess attended the 2012 Men’s Singles Final alongside her sister Pippa Middleton.
A few weeks later, Middleton took her sister Pippa to witness Roger Federer defeat Andy Murray in the 2012 men’s singles final.
The duchess wore a straightforward, sleeveless cream dress from Joseph, recycling an ensemble from her 2011 tour of North America. She wore a textured cream jacket that she had previously worn for the 2011 Epsom Derby, adding another vintage item on top.
Middleton accessorized with a gold acorn pendant ($219) from KristinM London to pay homage to a motif in her family crest.
Zimmermann, 2014
Wimbledon for Kate Middleton
For Wimbledon 2014, Middleton wore a familiar outfit once more.
After being unable to attend Wimbledon in 2013 due to her pregnancy with Prince George, the Duchess of Cambridge returned in 2014, wearing a repeat outfit from a royal tour.
Her white eyelet “Roamer” dress from Zimmermann, which has a lovely latticework pattern down the hem, waistline, and shoulders, was first seen during the Cambridges’ trip to Australia earlier in 2014.
In order to watch the men’s singles quarterfinal match, the duchess accessorized with a crimson pashmina and a fan-shaped Anya Hindmarch red and brown wicker clutch.
Jonathan Saunders in 2014
Middleton, Kate
At the 2014 men’s singles final, Middleton’s attire at last featured color.
A few days later, she finally unveiled a color (and pattern!) for the event that year.
The queen looked like she was ready for some summertime fun as she supported Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer in the men’s singles final while donning a green and blue geometric dress by Jonathan Saunders.
As part of the Diamond Jubilee visit, Middleton first wore the tie-waist, short-sleeved outfit to the Solomon Islands in 2012. She opted for a tan L.K. to keep the accessories basic. Bennett’s handbag, her green Kiki McDonough gemstone earrings, and her silver Cartier watch.
2015: L.K. Bennett
Wimbledon with Kate Middleton
For her 2015 Wimbledon appearance, the princess wore a cheery red outfit.
Kate Middleton selected a brand-new L.K. 2015 saw Bennett dress for the men’s quarterfinals.
For her sixth Wimbledon appearance, the duchess chose a short-sleeved dress with a long skirt that worked well as an elegant outfit. She accessorized it with a fun leopard-print clutch by Diane von Furstenberg, her go-to Cartier watch, and gold “Lolita” earrings by Mirabelle ($55).
Roksanda in 2016
Wimbledon with Kate Middleton
In 2016, Middleton conversed with ballboys and girls at Wimbledon.
For her first Wimbledon match of 2016, the Duchess of Cambridge wore a cheery yellow shift.
Middleton visited with players, staff, and spectators while Venus and Serena Williams’ mother, Oracene Price, watched Serena play Elena Vesnina in that day’s match. Middleton was dressed in the Roksanda gown she wore on her tour of Australia in 2014.
She accessorized her dress with a gorgeous pair of baroque pearl earrings from Soru ($179), her Cartier watch, and beige heels from Rupert Sanderson.
Alexander McQueen, 2016
Prince William and Kate Middleton at Wimbledon
The Cambridges supported their favorite player, Andy Murray, at the 2016 men’s finals while looking stylish with their sunglasses.
Middleton wore an Alexander McQueen dress with a somewhat peculiar design when she joined Prince William for the men’s final a few days later.
In stark contrast to the royal’s customary muted designs and solids, the brand’s “Obsessions Talisman” short-sleeved dress had illustrations of lipsticks, skeletons, and butterflies.
She completed the look with folding Ray-Ban “Wayfarer” sunglasses ($163), dangling gold charm earrings from the Scottish designer Brora, and her dependable Cartier watch.
Dolce & Gabbana in 2017
Wimbledon with Kate Middleton
When Middleton made her first trip to Wimbledon in 2017, she seemed to be having a blast.
When the duchess made her first official trip to Wimbledon in 2017 as the club’s royal patron, she debuted a cute new style (along with a shorter haircut).
Middleton wore a white dress by Dolce & Gabbana with striking black polka dots to the first round of the men’s singles tournament.
As she supported her favorite Andy Murray in the match, she completed her breezy ensemble with a white Victoria Beckham purse and a pair of black block-heeled sandals from Office.
Catherine Walker in 2017
Wimbledon with Kate Middleton
In a floral outfit for another Wimbledon play, Middleton looked lovely.
Later in the 2017 championships, Middleton made another new, summery appearance in a short-sleeved white dress by Catherine Walker with a garden-inspired design.
Her attire had a unique accent fastened to it; Middleton added a purple-and-green ribbon that can only be worn by members of the AELTC. The skirt of the dress included huge poppies surrounded by wildflowers. The duchess had the right to start donning the pin as its new patron.
Jenny Packham in 2018
Meghan Markle as well as Kate Middleton
In 2018, Middleton and Markle pleasantly surprised spectators by showing up together to see Serena Williams compete.
The Duchess of Cambridge and Meghan Markle made their first combined appearance in public together to watch Serena Williams compete in the Wimbledon women’s finals of 2018.
Middleton opted for a handmade Jenny Packham outfit for the event, and she took the concept very literally by wearing a white dress with a tennis ball-inspired fabric and ruffled details at the hip and shoulder.
For her girls’ day out, she wore it with her go-to Cartier watch and baroque pearl drop earrings by In2Design ($156).
Dolce & Gabbana in 2018
Wimbledon with Kate Middleton
For the 2018 men’s finals, Middleton wore another another yellow outfit.
Middleton wore a vivid yellow Dolce & Gabbana outfit for her second Wimbledon appearance of the year to witness the men’s finals.
The duchess wore a cheery flutter-sleeved, slim-fitting dress to see Novak Djokovic play Kevin Anderson, and she completed the ensemble with her AELTC ribbon, a Cartier watch, a necklace, and Asprey earrings.
Suzannah in 2019
Wimbledon with Kate Middleton
For her opening Wimbledon match of 2019, Middleton debuted a flowy outfit by Suzannah.
For the duchess’ first Wimbledon appearance of 2019, it was back to tennis whites, and Middleton opted for a retro-inspired outfit by Susannah.
Her “Flippy Wiggle” outfit ($2,850), which oozed 1940s charm, was a stylish pick for the championships’ second day.
She complemented the midi-length, button-front dress with a straw bag and black bow belt both by Alexander McQueen as well as black Gianvito Rossi pumps and $200 fern hoop earrings from Catherine Zoraida.
Alexander McQueen in 2019
Pippa Middleton, Kate Middleton, and Meghan Markle
When Kate Middleton, Meghan Markle, and Pippa Middleton attended the 2019 women’s final to support Serena Williams, it was a royal girls’ day out.
Middleton wore the same green Alexander McQueen outfit she wore on a visit to Canada in 2016, and another fashion repeat made its way into the royal box at Wimbledon in 2019.
For the ladies’ finals, she was accompanied by her sister Pippa and the Duchess of Sussex, and the three made a very glitzy trio.
The Duchess of Cambridge adorned her short-sleeved, tie-neck dress with her diamond Asprey hoops and AELTC ribbon. The garment has gold buttons marching down the front.
Emilia Wickstead in 2019
Award for Kate Middleton
In a stylish blue dress, the duchess gave the trophy for the 2019 men’s singles competition.
For her final trip to Wimbledon in 2019, Middleton made a statement by wearing a stunning Emilia Wickstead dress in Cinderella blue for the men’s finals.
The duchess was beaming as she presented Novak Djokovic with the men’s singles trophy while donning a full-skirted dress with twisted detailing at the shoulders.
For the big day, which included the longest Wimbledon men’s final in history, she wore a second pair of pearl earrings by In2Design, along with her AELTC ribbon, a pair of tan ankle-strap heels by Aldo, and a matching necklace.
Alessandra Rich and Smythe in 2021
Wimbledon with Kate Middleton
In an unconventional choice of attire, the Duchess of Cambridge attended the 2021 Wimbledon Championships for the first time.
After the competitions were abandoned in 2020, Middleton’s return to the court was much-welcomed, and judging by her early arrival for the competition, it seems the princess was ready to be back there.
For her day out at Wimbledon, the duchess opted for a blue polka-dot midi skirt by Alessandra Rich in place of her customary white outfit. She also wore a white t-shirt and her go-to Smythe jacket ($695).
She accessorized with a Daniella Draper pendant ($1,650), Simone Rocha pearl drop earrings, a double-strand gold necklace by Spells of Love ($130), and white Jimmy Choo pumps and a matching Mulberry bag. She also wore a floral face mask.
Emilia Wickstead in 2021
Ashleigh Barty and Kate Middleton
In order to award Ashleigh Barty with the 2021 ladies’ singles championship trophy, Middleton chose a stunning green outfit.
Middleton selected a cheery green dress by Emilia Wickstead, one of her go-to designers, for the 2021 ladies’ finals.
The duchess reprised her Jimmy Choo pumps and Mulberry purse for her second Wimbledon appearance of the year, wearing a cap-sleeved, full-skirted dress that was a slightly modified version of the brand’s “Denver” style.
As she gave Australian Ashleigh Barty the ladies’ singles trophy, also known as the Venus Rosewater Dish, Middleton added a gold and aquamarine bangle from Halcyon Days and glistening Kiki McDonough earrings.
Beulah in 2021
Duke of Kent and Kate Middleton
While assisting the Duke of Kent in presenting the trophy for the 2019 men’s singles final, Middleton looked lovely in pink.
For her last trip to Wimbledon in 2021, the Duchess of Cambridge introduced a pretty new pink ensemble. She accompanied the Duke of Kent to the men’s finals, where he was honored after stepping down from his position as AELTC president after 52 years.
As she joined the duke for a special presentation, Middleton wore a blush-hued “Ahana” dress by Beulah London ($829) and accessorized with brown Aldo heels, her AELTC ribbon, and Mappin & Webb “Empress” earrings ($2,082).
Alessandra Rich in 2022
Wimbledon with Kate Middleton
Middleton wore a bright blue dress with blue polka dots to the men’s quarterfinals.
The Duchess of Cambridge donned an Alessandra Rich polka-dotted dress that she had worn for the Platinum Jubilee to watch a men’s quarterfinal match in 2022.
A matching belt, pleated front, and puffy sleeves were all present on the brilliant blue dress with white polka dots.
In order to join Prince William and her parents for a wonderful day of tennis action, Middleton pinned her Wimbledon ribbon to the dress and added her go-to In2Design pearl drops. Kate Middleton always looks amazing at Wimbledon.
The duchess frequently attends the yearly tennis competition as the royal patron of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club (AELTC), taking over from Queen Elizabeth in 2016.
With the exception of 2013, when she was expecting Prince George, and 2020, when the COVID pandemic forced the event’s first cancellation since World War II, she has actually attended the championships every year since her wedding to Prince William in 2011.
The duchess now favors longer, fuller skirts as well as more colorful and patterned dresses, like the polka-dotted Alessandra Rich dress she wore for her first appearance at the 2022 event. Middleton is still known to rock her tennis whites at Wimbledon, but her look has evolved since the early days of her marriage.
Here, we examine every Wimbledon appearance the Duchess of Cambridge has ever made.
For her first Wimbledon appearance, Middleton sported a flirtatious Temperley London gown.
In June 2011, the newlywed duchess made her maiden Wimbledon visit as a member of the royal family while donning a tiered white dress by Temperley London that was heavily tennis-inspired.
While Middleton rarely wears sleeveless clothing, she did so to see Andy Murray play Richard Gasquet, appearing cool and relaxed on the hot July day.
A suitable option for her royal Wimbledon debut, the dress featured fascinating petal embellishment at the shoulders and back and tennis skirt-style pleating.
She took a brown coat in case the British weather changed, along with a purse with a tan snakeskin print, for the occasion.