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7 Style and Beauty Lessons From Kate Middleton's Royal Tour

Kate has been killing it in New Zealand and Australia. Let's take a closer look, shall we?

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If Kate Middleton's appearances during the current Royal Tour in New Zealand and Australia are any indication, she's the Duchess of Style as much as the Duchess of Cambridge. But even non-royals can adopt some of her best fashion and beauty tricks. 

Add Interest With Your Hair

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Kate's red peplum suit is fantastic, but that lovely partway-up hair twist keeps it extra fresh and fun.

Buy A Wrap Dress

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The lesson here? A printed wrap dress always, always (did we say always?) works.

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Try Some Vintage-Style Flare

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Because this pillbox hat is nothing short of magnificent.

You Can Chic Up Your Tennies

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Just try saying sophisticated sneakers don’t exist while staring at this photo. Kate paired a simple style with dark skinny jeans and a fitted sweater—and it works.

Go for Bright Colors

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It's spring. That means it's going to rain. A lot. But regardless of the weather, you can bring the sunshine with your clothing—just like Kate!

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...And You Can Chic Up Your Ponytails, Too

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Kate's pony wrapped with hair to hide the band is practical and polished. 

Rock an Accent Color

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Deep green pumps plus a vibrant teal dress and hat equals hue-pairing perfection. 

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Alison Goldman is a writer and editor based in Chicago. She previously served as the lifestyle editor at Boston Globe Media's Boston.com and has also worked at WomensHealthMag.com and Glamour. Read more of her work at alisonmgoldman.com or follow her @alisongoldman on Twitter and @alisonmgoldman on Insta.
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