Pippa Middleton's forgotten spin on the 'naked' dress is a lesson in daring daytime dressing


The Princess of Wales' sister attended day three of Wimbledon in 2017 - and opted for a daring dress covered in cut-outs


Pippa Middleton and James Middleton in wimbledon stands© Getty
Katie DalyLifestyle Writer
November 6, 2025
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Pippa Middleton was undeniably an It-girl of the 2010s as her sister, the Princess of Wales, rose to prominence as the girlfriend of Prince William. But even post-royal wedding, Pippa has shown her sartorial strengths. On 5 July 2017, Pippa proved she was not afraid to embrace a cut-out look as she joined her husband, hedge fund manager James Matthews, and her brother James Middleton, on day three of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London.

She chose a Self-Portrait look featuring a Peter Pan collar, loose short sleeves, and a tapered waist with an A-line skirt, all made from a subtly see-through fabric. It was her version of 2025's viral 'naked' dress, which is crafted from a sheer, nude, or chainmail fabric for a literal take on the phrase 'less is more'. The look, featuring floral detailing, was teamed with suede grey heels and a matching clutch bag. She also donned oversized shades and wore her glossy brunette locks in a swishy ponytail. 

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Pippa Middleton and James Middleton attends day three of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on July 5, 2017 in London, United Kingdom.

Pippa in blush pink

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Pippa wearing a stunning jumpsuit at a party with her husband James in 2017

Having reported on Pippa's fashion moments, past and present, for two years at HELLO!, I know this isn't the first time the columnist has worn a lovely blush look for a public event. In June 2017, she headed out not with her royal sister but with her husband to attend The Miles Frost Fund party at Bunga Bunga in London's Covent Garden. The party raised funds for genetic testing for families affected by hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), a heart condition in which muscle tissues of the heart become thickened without an obvious cause, in memory of Miles Frost, who died suddenly of HCM in July 2015.

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Pippa Middleton's jumpsuit featured a ruffle bust detail

Pippa looked lovely in a blush-hued jumpsuit featuring a swathe of fabric forming a ruffle on the bodice and a cinched waistline. It was paired with red pumps and a coordinating heart-shaped bag. "Pippa Middleton's ruffle-bust jumpsuit is a perfect blend of soft femininity and clean tailoring," Gabrielle Mai, a global fashion stylist with seven years' experience, tells us. "The blush tone keeps the look fresh and modern, while the asymmetric ruffle adds just the right amount of movement. By anchoring the outfit with bold red accessories, the heart-shaped clutch and pointed pumps, she injects a playful pop of colour that elevates the entire outfit. It’s an effortlessly chic, event-ready look."

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Pippa Middleton attended the GQ Men of the Year awards at The Royal Opera House in a pale pink midi dress

She also looked beautiful in blush at GQ magazine's Men of the Year awards at The Royal Opera House in 2014. Pippa, who shares children Arthur, seven, Grace, four, Rose, three, with James Matthews, donned a sheer beaded dress by Hugo Boss paired with metallic gladiator heels and an embroidered clutch.

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