Kate Middleton's court shoes prove gray is winter's most stylish shade—here's where to get yours

Kate Middleton's court shoes in classic gray go with most colors and, as the Duchess proves, are effortlessly chic too

Kate Middleton's court shoes and gray dress during public appearance.
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Kate Middleton's court shoes are taking the world by storm and unsurprisingly, they're selling like hotcakes. Here's where to get yours and how best to wear them, because as the weather cools down these gray shoes will heat up your look in no time!


Kate Middleton's court shoes accented her stylish gray ensemble and fans of the stylish royal can't get over her footwear. This says a lot as usually it's Kate Middleton's dresses that get the most attention!

The Duchess stepped out to visit the University College London’s Centre for Longitudinal Studies, where she met with leading early years researchers. Her visit was in order to learn about a new nationally representative birth cohort study launching in England, 'The Children of the 2020s', which will track the holistic development of children from the age of nine months up to five years.

Kate Middleton's court shoes as she arrives at University College London on October 05, 2021 in London, Englandseen

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The classic shoes are in the must-have shade of gray that's not only creeping into our homes but our wardrobes too and go perfectly with her Zara dress.

A past season offering from Zara, the dress incorporates both flowy sleeves and a pussy-boy neckline which are much-loved style staples of the Duchess.

Although the gray pointed Hugo Boss court shoes look box-fresh, these are in fact an old favorite of the Duchess' shoe collection.

Kate Middleton's court shoes seen as she visits University College of London to meet with leading researchers to discuss new holistic studies into the early years on October 05, 2021.

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In November 2016, the Duchess of Cambridge wore the gorgeous pair to an event at the Natural History Museum in London. 

Kate Middleton's court shoes seen at a children's tea party with pupils from Oakington Manor Primary School in Wembley, at the Natural History Museum to celebrate Dippy the Diplodocus's time in Hintze Hall on November 22, 2016 .

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Although both the stunning gray dress and matching shoes are sadly no longer available to buy, we have some very stylish pieces which aren't too dissimilar to the Duchess' choices.


Tailored Check Belted Tunic, $163 (£119.20) |Karen Millen
£119.20 at karenmillen.com

Tailored Check Belted Tunic, $163 (£119.20) |Karen Millen

Belted and beautiful in a classic gray check, this dress incorporates style, elegance, and comfort all at once. Perfect to go straight from work to a night out and easy to dress up or down.

Teaming up a classic gray dress with matching shoes that you can wear for all manner of events is an ideal situation, that Kate has managed with ease.


Hazel Pointed Toe Heel $140 (£103) | Sam Endelman
$140 at samedelman.com

Hazel Pointed Toe Heel $140 (£103) | Sam Endelman

A classic pump with a modern update, the Hazel is perfect whether you’re looking for a fun patterned heel, metallic stiletto, or simple black pointed toe heel. The timeless silhouette has a tall, stiletto heel for an instant leg-lengthening effect, and padded sock which gives added comfort without sacrificing style.

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