There are certain style dilemmas I turn to Catherine, Princess of Wales, to solve. With her sharp eye for tailoring and a wardrobe built around polished, structured pieces, Kate Middleton has long been my north star when it comes to mastering elegant, streamlined dressing. And today, she's reminded me why—stepping out with the shoe solution to one of the most notoriously difficult trouser lengths.
Spotted in a deep forest-green pair of trousers, Kate’s look featured a silhouette that’s famously tricky to get right: ankle-length trousers. While the length feels polished and refined, it can often prove awkward when it comes to shoes. Middleton's answer? A pair of sleek pointed-toe flats in a soft caramel shade.
Elongating her legs by means of the pointed silhouette, the clever shoe pairing also added an understated elegance to her outfit, all the while keeping her look comfortable and relaxed.
The rest of her ensemble followed suit. A crisp, tailored shirt from British brand With Nothing Underneath (£120) and a neatly cut tweed blazer completed her outfit. But perhaps the most striking detail of all was her new hair colour: glossy, tousled waves in a soft shade of bronde. A notable shift from her signature rich brunette, the softer hue played in harmony with the earthy tones of her outfit, proving that blonde for autumn might just be the refresh we didn’t know we needed.
Inspired by Kate’s perfectly put-together early-autumn outfit, I’ve curated an edit of the best ankle-length trousers and pointed-toe flats to re-create the look. Discover my edit below.
Shop Ankle-Length Trousers and Pointed-Toe Shoes:
These might be new-in, but I can't see them staying in stock for long.
Pair these with denim or style with a cropped trouser.
These also come in a dark shade of navy.
The dual-tone finish gives these such an elevated feel.
Pair these with pointed-toe flats or wear with a pretty ballet pump.
Shop these while they're on sale.
These also come in six other shades.
These also come in nine other shades.
The elasticised waist-band ensures a comfortable fit.
Style with white socks to give your looks a preppy finish.
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