Kate Middleton Wore the Color I'm Buying In Bulk From Zara, H&M, and Nordstrom

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If this season's red craze isn't your thing, perhaps Kate Middleton's preferred shade on the color wheel is. The Princess of Wales spent her Sunday attending Easter service at St. George's Chapel at Windsor Castle, where she re-wore (a sartorial tradition of Middleton's) a royal blue coatdress custom-made by Catherine Walker. Middleton paired the coat with a blue Lock and Co. pillbox hat and a blue Emmy London clutch. In fact, the only item Middleton wore that wasn't blue was a pair of neutral suede pumps from her go-to shoe brand, Gianvito Rossi.

But Middleton isn't the only person eyeing royal blue for spring and summer. After a few hours of scrolling through H&M, Nordstrom, and Zara this morning, it became crystal clear the shade is having a moment. A bevy of options in the hue are being sold at all three retailers right now. Below, check out my favorites from their current offerings. 

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On Middleton: Catherine Walker coat; Lock and Co. hat; Gianvito Rossi 105 Suede Pumps ($775); Emmy London Natasha Clutch ($475); Carousel Jewels Stella Earrings With Lapis and Moonstone ($165)

Shop the best royal blue pieces from Zara, Nordstrom, and H&M:

From a slip dress to a bikini, you can throw this on over just about anything.

The double waistband on these track pants is too cool to miss. 

For all your upcoming summer vacation plans. 

Going out? I just found your outfit. 

K.NGSLEY is the basics brand you need to take note of in 2023.

Comfortable doesn't even begin to describe this Skims bralette.

This bodysuit will make anything look 10 times cooler.

Paco Rabanne for under $400? Now, that doesn't come around every day. 

Favorite Daughter makes the perfect pair of jeans. 

From pajamas to brunch, all in one outfit. 

All of the swimwear from Bound by Bond-Eye is shockingly good-looking. 

Skip the black trousers and go for these. You won't regret it. 

I've already thought of a dozen ways to wear this vest and I don't even own it yet. 

Get rid of your ratty, old T-shirts—it's time for an upgrade. 

Gorgeous doesn't even begin to describe this wrap skirt. 

Linen gets even better with wear. 

Speaking of buying in bulk, I'm ready to snag a 12-pack of these tees. 

If you, like me, have far too many events this summer that require cocktail dresses, here's a good start.

I'm starting to think I need a blazer in every color.