The Princess of Wales' sister, Pippa Middleton, made her return to Wimbledon on Monday after a two-year hiatus. The stunning mother of three looked resplendent as she arrived at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club with her mother, Carole, in tow.
Pippa, who is married to James Matthews, gave us all a dose of supreme courtside glamour in her fabulous printed frock from Reformation. Pippa chose the 'Naira' dress from the popular brand, which costs £278.
© WireImageAvailable in four other printed colourways, the style features a deep V-neckline and puff sleeves. The summery print made for an eye-catching look, and the 42-year-old added white stilettos, a J.Crew raffia clutch bag, and a boater hat - the style her older sister has been enjoying lately.
© WireImagePippa's printed style
Pippa prefers a printed Wimbledon wardrobe, having worn a plethora of looks etched with bold patterns. From her 60s-style co-ord from Claire Mischevani she donned in 2024, to the spectacularly frilled blush-pink creation by Beulah London she wore the same year, it appears that the tennis fan loves to make a statement with her spectator attire.
Big sister Kate, however, doesn't tend to opt for the same aesthetic when she takes her seat in the Royal Box.
© WireImage"Although they are sisters, Kate and Pippa have very different roles, and their fashion choices reflect this appropriately," award-winning personal stylist Susie Hasler tells HELLO!.
© Getty"Print isn't a one-off choice for Pippa at Wimbledon; it's become her go-to look over the years. In fact, florals and playful patterns have really become part of her branding - it's almost as recognisable as Kate's solid-colour approach," Susie notes.
© Getty ImagesKate's sister can afford to be more relaxed with her outfits in public. "Pippa tends to wear accessible, contemporary labels like Reformation, with a boater hat and sunglasses - it's a look that's polished but relaxed, because she's a guest rather than a working royal. For official engagements, Kate tends to lean into a modest, conservative aesthetic - because the goal is to not let the outfit overshadow the occasion," she mused.
© PA Images / Alamy Stock PhotoKate's outfits are always planned, particularly at a world-famous event like Wimbledon. "Pippa-style prints tend to draw attention to the clothing itself, taking it away from the engagement or the people Kate's there to support. Importantly, busy prints don't always photograph well, hence Kate's preference for block colours," Susie explains.
© Getty Images"Those hues often serve more than one purpose, too, with Kate's diplomatic dressing - such as wearing a solid-colour outfit with a brooch of significance. Solid colour is what makes that possible, as it's a clean canvas, so the accessory reads as intentional rather than getting lost in a busy print," she concludes.
