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Kate Middleton rocked this red summer party dress — here are 14 ways to get the look

We’re copying Kate's style for our remaining (maybe not as lavish) summer events. Some cheaper alternatives, ranked from affordable to mega splurge.
By Jacky Davidson
The Duchess makes a toast in Kate Middleton's red dress The Duchess of Cambridge attends the Queen's Birthday Garden Party at the British Ambassador's Reception in Berlin, Germany. (Photo:Rex/Shutterstock)

Wedding season brings about one of life’s greatest challenges: dress shopping. Thankfully, just in time for the hunt, Kate Middleton has inspired us with yet another spectacular outfit. Last Wednesday, the Duchess chose a fire-engine-red off-the-shoulder maxi by Alexander McQueen (the design house that made her unforgettable wedding gown) for a garden party in Berlin. She completed the head-turning look with a pair of statement earrings and cream Prada shoes.

Although the Duchess usually opts for looks that are more timeless, this dress definitely veers into trendy territory with its Bardot neckline. But that maxi hemline and loose silhouette gives it a hit of breezy class. If you love this look but aren’t prepared to spend roughly two thousand dollars to copy it, we understand. Click through this collection of equally bold and pretty alternatives to Kate’s outfit, ranked from cheapest to major splurge.

Kate’s Red Dress

The Duchess of Cambridge at the Queen’s Birthday Garden Party at the British Ambassador’s Reception in Berlin, Germany.

Kate Middleton rocked this red summer party dress — here are 14 ways to get the look(Photo: Rex/Shutterstock)

Boohoo Plus

Angel Sleeve Maxi Dress, $45, asos.com

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This Boohoo Plus dress is inspired by Kate Middleton's red dress.

Boohoo

Cold Shoulder Angel Sleeve Maxi Dress, $45, asos.com

This Boohoo dress from Asos is inspired by Kate Middleton's red dress.

Boohoo

Ellie Ruffle Off Shoulder Maxi Dress, $52, boohoo.com

This Boohoo dress is inspired by Kate Middleton's red dress.

Bella Bardot

Bella Bardot Lace Trim Maxi Dress, $52, boohoo.com

This Bella Bardor dress from Boohoo is inspired by Kate Middleton's red dress.

Bardot half sleeve maxi dress, $77, markandspencerlondon.com

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This Mark dress from Spencer Collections is inspired by Kate Middleton's red dress.

Love Squared

Trendy plus size off the shoulder dress, $78, macys.com

This dress from Macy's is inspired by Kate Middleton's red dress.

Chicwish

Blissful Frilling Off-shoulder Maxi Dress in Red, $85, chickwish.com

This Chickwish dress is inspired by Kate Middleton's red dress.

1State

Off-the-Shoulder Wrap Maxi Dress, $200, dillards.com

This 1State dress from Dillards is inspired by Kate Middleton's red dress.

Free People

Mariah Midi Dress, $347, freepeople.com

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This Free People dress is inspired by Kate Middleton's red dress.

Lurelly

Sol dress, $500, lurelly.com

This Lurelly dress is inspired by Kate Middleton's red dress.

Alice and Olivia

Pansy Embroidered Off-the-Shoulder Maxi Dress, $579, revolve.com

Kate Middleton rocked this red summer party dress — here are 14 ways to get the look

Shoshanna 

Hib Off-the-Shoulder Lace Sylvie Dress, $580, saksfifthavenue.com

This Soshana dress from Saks Fifth Avenue is inspired by Kate Middleton's red dress.

Kobi Halperin

Tessa Embroidered Off-the-Shoulder Dress, $655, saksfifthavenue.com

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This Kobi Halperin dress from Saks Fifth Avenue is inspired by Kate Middleton's red dress.

Lisa Marie Fernandez

Bubble sleeve dress, $874, avenue32.com

This Lisa Marie Fernandez dress from Avenue 32 is inspired by Kate Middleton's red dress.

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