Today (28 July), Prime Minister Kier Starmer and his wife, Lady Victoria Starmer, welcomed Donald Trump in Scotland during the President's UK visit. For the occasion, Lady Starmer appeared to take style cues from Kate Middleton, donning a chic cream ensemble that included a tailored blazer and flowing midi skirt.
Princess Kate has been seen in several similar outfits recently, and Lady Starmer's elegant look was spot on for the occasion. Her exact outfit is from Saint + Sofia, and good news for those wanting to emulate her style - all pieces are still available.
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For the meeting, Lady Starmer wore the Ashby Jacket, which retails from �249, and the Eliza Pleated Skirt, available for �149. The combination of a tailored jacket and flowing midi skirt has long been a favourite look for Princess Kate, who wore a similar outfit in 2022 during her visit to the Royal College of Midwives in London.
Lady Victoria Starmer and Kier Starmer attended a meeting with President Donald Trump today
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Many of Kate's outfits have actually been dresses from brands like Self Portrait, with a similar version currently available for �460 (in very limited sizing). This keeps the outfit cohesive but does limit its versatility. The beauty of Lady Starmer's look, however, is that the separates can be easily paired with multiple other items in your wardrobe.
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The Ashby Jacket could be effortlessly paired with anything from flowing midi dresses to a simple pair of jeans, while the Eliza Pleated Skirt could work anywhere from the office to holiday. Both of Lady Starmer's pieces also come in an inclusive range of sizes, spanning from a UK6 to a UK22.
The boucle jacket is a wardrobe staple, channelling Chanel's classic quiet luxury style with its boucle material, patch pockets and collarless neckline. Meanwhile, the skirt has a flattering wide waistband, with tailored pleating that gives it plenty of movement and volume.
Both pieces of Lady Starmer's outfit hailed from Saint + Sofia
(Image: Saint + Sofia)
If you're after a more all-in-one outfit reminiscent of the Princess of Wales, Coast's Tailored Pleat Skirt Midi Dress is a fantastic affordable option. Currently on sale for �125.10 down from �130, it features a wrapped blazer style bodice, with a pleated satin midi skirt and comes in both champagne and pale blue, making it a great wedding guest outfit, reports the Mirror.
If you fancy copying Lady Starmer's look (perhaps for a wedding or summer occasion) but prefer to steer clear of cream or white-adjacent colours, both the jacket and the skirt are available in a variety of other colours and prints. There's everything from black and white check and pale blue to navy floral prints to choose from, so you can pick up a look that works for any occasion.
