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Princess Catherine vs. Ivanka Trump: it’s hard to choose who wore the elegant Emilia Wickstead dress better.

Smart GadgetsBy 3 Mins Read

They say that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, but we can’t help but wonder whose style trumps whose when it comes to Catherine, Princess of Wales, and former First Daughter Ivanka Trump. These two beauties may live on opposite sides of the pond, but they seem to frequent the same designers, often showing up to different events in similar or identical looks. This is not entirely surprising since, according to Daily Mail, both women are loyal to their favorite labels. What is interesting, though, is that these undeniable influencers have each undergone style transformations that have brought them closer to common ground.

In the past, the princess was accused of erring on the more conservative side of fashion. That changed when Natasha Archer, Catherine’s former personal assistant, was appointed to the role of her personal stylist. A source close to the princess reportedly told Vanity Fair that Archer “has persuaded Kate to take some more risks. The hemlines are shorter and Kate’s really pushing the boat out in the fashion stakes.”

As for Trump, the former model who once founded her own clothing brand knows a thing or two about how to dress to impress. Still, even a fashion icon needs a helping hand every now and then. After relocating to Washington D.C., Trump tapped well-known celeb stylist Cat Williams to help her create the sleek, sophisticated style for which she has become known. 

Chic and simple

Ivanka Trump and Princess Catherine both looked elegant and stunning in a white, sleeveless A-line dress with black piping designed by Emilia Wickstead. The princess is known to be a fan of the designer’s elegant styles and typically colorful palettes. According to Harper’s Bazaar, Catherine owns several of Wickstead’s creations, inspiring the London-based designer to name one of her styles “The Kate” due to the princess owning it in three different colors.

Catherine chose the black and white Wickstead dress to cheer on Prince William as he played in a charity polo match. In keeping with the casual theme of the day, she paired the dress with chic tortoiseshell sunglasses by Finlay & Co, matching brown hoop earrings, and Camilla Elphick flats. Trump, who wore the dress to a speaking engagement, put her own spin on the look with the additions of a white belt, a black bag, and black heels. Both looks showcase the versatility of this beautiful dress that can go from sporty to serious with ease. Perhaps that’s why it retails for over $2,300.

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