Princess Kate is the queen of the countryside in £220 wellies

Wellingtons are not known for their fashion flair. They are mainly touted as an essential item of clothing during rainy periods. But somehow, Prince William's wife makes them look like a fashion statement. They cement her incredible country wardrobe, which is brimming with cosy outdoor jackets, sumptuous scarves and slim-fitting trousers in a myriad of tonal greens and browns.

Kate's go-to Wellington boots are Le Chameau's 'Vierzonord Neoprene Lined Wellington Boot', which cost £220. It's easy to see why she opts for this style and brand; they've been around since the 1920s and were the very first bootmaker to use a zipper on a rubber boot. Like many items in Kate's wardrobe, they are classic, not trend-led or designed, so they will last for many years to come.  

Which look is your favourite?

Kicking off with my favourite look - from over 13 years ago! Her classic ensemble was so timeless that it could be worn today. The brunette royal was pictured at the Tusk Charity Polo Match at Beaufort Polo Club in wellies that looked like knee-high boots. Her fabulous boxy, terracotta-toned suede biker jacket looked wonderful with her skinny jeans, button-down shirt, and her princess-worthy hair.

Also in 2012, Kate visited a primary school in Wrotham, Kent, and the placement of wellies in this look was suitably glamorous. The daughter of Michael and Carole Middleton layered up a sage green knitted jumper over a shirt, added a durable yet lightly tailored gilet over the top and completed her look with her wellies.

Then known as the Duchess of Cambridge, Kate visited Windermere with the scouts. Whilst taking part in various activities, she looked wonderful in a pair of dark indigo denim jeans, a khaki Barbour jacket, and her trusty bakerboy cap by Really Wild that she wore most recently in her 44th birthday post. She tucked the hems of her jeans into her wellies, and it gave her whole ensemble a modern, well-put-together finish.