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Kate Middleton nails summer-to-autumn styling with forest green blazer, striped vest and pleated skirt - it's chic and simple
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Next Green Relaxed Crinkle Blazer £64 at Next This vibrant green blazer has a double-breasted design and is crafted from soft fabric which has a subtle crinkle texture.
Karen Millen Ivory Tailored Skirt £66 (was £219) at Karen Millen Also available in vivid turquoise, this ivory pleated skirt feels so sophisticated and the colour is far easier to style.
The trick is to brighten them up with the rest of your clothing and the future Queen did this by reaching for her favourite white pleated skirt.
To make a blazer, knit and pleated skirt more cold weather-appropriate you can go for a long-sleeved jumper and thicker fabrics instead.
Pleated skirts look wonderful with knee-high boots and create a leg-elongating effect.