Catherine, Princess of Wales, isn’t just admired for her grace and impeccable fashion sense—her statuesque height also sets her apart. Standing at approximately 5ft 8 ¾ (174.6 cm), she towers over the average woman, effortlessly commanding attention at every royal engagement. But it’s not just her height that draws interest—her elegant footwear choices have made just as many headlines.
With a shoe size ranging between 8.5 and 9 (US), Kate’s footwear collection is a testament to timeless sophistication, featuring designs from luxury brands like Gianvito Rossi, Jimmy Choo, and L.K.Bennett. From iconic red carpet moments to polished royal engagements, let’s take a closer look at Kate Middleton’s most stunning shoe moments and the designers she swears by.
Catherine, Princess of Wales, wears a Karen Millen dress with Gianvito Rossi pumps outside of the Royal Surrey County Hospital’s Maternity Unit on October 5, 2022, in Guildford, England (Credit: PA Images / INSTARimages / Cover Images)
Kate Middleton is noticeably taller than both the global average height for women (5ft 3in) and Meghan Markle (5ft 5in).
Kate Middleton, wearing a pastel blue Alexander McQueen dress with a coordinating fascinator, stands beside Meghan Markle, who is dressed in a blush pink Carolina Herrera ensemble during the Trooping the Colour ceremony in 2018 (Credit: INSTARimages)
Kate Middleton has long been admired for her timeless style. While her shoe collection is classic, it has certainly had its standout moments. Among her favorite shoe brands are Hugo Boss, Hobbs, Gianvito Rossi, Stuart Weitzman, L.K. Bennett, and Camila Elphick.
Stepping in Style: Kate Middleton’s Most Iconic Designer Heel Moments
Her choice of designer heels often accentuates Kate Middleton’s impeccable style, each adding a unique flair to her ensembles:
- Gianvito Rossi: During the Royal Family Christmas service, Kate dazzled in a green Alexander McQueen coat paired with bespoke Gianvito Rossi knee-high boots, showcasing her timeless elegance.
- Prada: On a visit to Berlin’s Clärchens Ballhaus, Kate wore a bird print dress by Markus Lupfer, complemented by scalloped suede Prada sandals, adding a modern twist to her classic look.
- Stuart Weitzman: At the ICAP charity event, Kate opted for an L.K. Bennett dress paired with Stuart Weitzman ‘Heist’ pumps, reflecting her preference for versatile and durable footwear.
- L.K. Bennett: While visiting the Hornsey Road Children’s Centre, Kate looked sophisticated in a cream-colored Goat ‘Redgrave’ coat, styled with Stuart Weitzman for Russell and Bromley ‘HalfnHalf’ knee-high boots, epitomizing her chic winter style.
- Tod’s: During the 2016 Royal Canadian Tour, Kate showcased her classic style in a Hobbs ‘Celeste’ flared coat, paired with fringed buckled pumps by Tod’s, adding a touch of festive charm to her ensemble.
As the Duchess of Cambridge is known for re-wearing her favorite pieces, we’ve rounded up some of her best shoe moments that prove why she’s a fashion icon.
1. Go-to Jimmy Choo “Cosmic” Pumps
Kate Middleton looks elegant in a gray belted coat dress paired with classic black pumps at the National Portrait Gallery in London, England, on February 8, 2012 (Credit: WENN)
Kate Middleton steps out in her chic black Jimmy Choo suede pumps (Credit: WENN)
2. Trustworthy Boots: Aquatalia by Marvin K. “Rouge” Ankle Boots
Kate Middleton looks polished in a brown patterned coat dress styled with matching brown tights and ankle boots in Oxford, England, on February 21, 2012 (Credit: WENN)
Kate Middleton’s Aquatalia by Marvin K. “Rouge” ankle boots (Credit: WENN)
3. Evening Sandals of Choice: Jimmy Choo “Vamp” Sandals
Kate Middleton dazzles in an ivory Roland Mouret gown with a thigh-high slit, paired with sparkling silver Jimmy Choo heels in London, England, on May 8, 2012 (Credit: WENN)
Kate Middleton showcases a flawless pedicure while wearing shimmering Jimmy Choo strappy sandals (Credit: WENN)
Kate Middleton stuns in a teal Jenny Packham gown with lace cap sleeves at “Our Great Team Rises” at Royal Albert Hall in support of Team GB and Paralympics GB before the London 2012 Olympics in London, England on May 11, 2012 (Credit: WENN)
Kate Middleton’s shimmering gold platform stiletto heels add an elegant boost to her height (Credit: WENN)
4. From Kate’s Black Pumps Collection: Prada Satin Pumps
Kate Middleton brightens up in a cobalt blue Stella McCartney shift dress, accessorized with a simple pendant necklace and black pointed-toe pumps in London, England, on July 19, 2012 (Credit: WENN)
Kate Middleton flaunts her legs in Prada satin pumps (Credit: WENN)
Kate Middleton makes a bold statement in a purple and white graphic print dress by Prabal Gurung, paired with black pumps, during a royal engagement in Singapore on September 11, 2012 (Credit: WENN)
Kate Middleton shows off her pretty feet in Prada satin pumps (Credit: WENN)
5. Go-with-Everything Wedges: Stuart Weitzman “Corkswoon” Wedges
Kate Middleton looks radiant in a white eyelet belted Alexander McQueen dress, paired with navy blue platform heels and a matching clutch in Singapore on September 12, 2012 (Credit: WENN)
Kate Middleton flashes her feet in Stuart Weitzman wedges (Credit: WENN)
6. Kate Middleton’s Royal Return: Duchess Steps Out in Timeless Style
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, ushered in the new year donning a blue Eponine double wool crepe dress coat from their Fall 2016 collection (Credit: WENN)
In January 2017, Kate Middleton was spotted with her husband, Prince William, on the family’s first public engagement of the year.
Catherine, Princess of Wales, steps out in a belted royal blue coat dress paired with matching navy pumps for a visit to a Child Bereavement UK Centre at CBUK Stratford on January 11, 2017, in London, England (Credit: WENN)
Kate was a sight to behold in blue as she kicked off the new year in an Eponine double wool crepe dress coat from the brand’s Fall 2016 collection. The gorgeous coat had subtle stitching details at the bodice, which elevated it from simple to chic.
Back to the usuals: Kate steps out in her trusty Rupert Sanderson “Malory” pumps (Credit: WENN)
The Duchess accessorized her look with a Cartier “Ballon Bleu” stainless steel watch, a Stuart Weitzman “For Russell & Bromley” navy suede muse clutch, her Royal Collection Garrards Jewellers engagement ring — which was passed down from Princess Diana — and a pair of Rupert Sanderson “Malory” suede pumps.
The Royal Couple kicks off 2017 with their first public engagement together (Credit: Anwar Hussein / WENN / Will Alexander / Zak Hussein)
Kate favors the same styles and designers, and the Rupert Sanderson “Malory” pumps are a favorite. We’d love to see Kate wear other shoes, but we understand her need to keep her image conservative as part of the royal family. Regardless, we appreciate Kate’s timeless style every time we see it.
The Royal Couple visited The Anna Freud Centre and then moved on to Child Bereavement UK. Kate talked about how being a parent to two energetic tots is tough. Her husband, Prince William, opened up about his anger at losing his mother, the late Princess Diana.
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