Kate Middleton's Straight-Leg Pants Had a Classy Detail That Instantly Dresses Up an Outfit

Mar. 15, 2025

Photo:Samir Hussein/ Getty Images

Samir Hussein/ Getty Images

Kate Middletonhas been embracing lots of seasonal patterns, fromplaid stylestohoundstooth prints, but her latest choice may be our favorite yet.

Whilevisiting the National Portrait Galleryin London with a group of schoolchildren, the Princess of Wales went for a business casual look that included a gray turtleneck sweater, a brown blazer, and straight-leg pinstripe pants. She styled the outfit with sleek black pointed-toe pumps.

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Kate isn’t the only one wearing pinstripes —Nicole Kidmanalso wore the fancy pattern back in December. Pinstripes are a no-brainer way to dress up your outfit, since the sophisticated print exudes elegance and is so easy to pair with wardrobe basics like the turtleneck sweater Kate wore.

If you already have a pair of black bottoms, give these pinstripe styles from Amazon, Nordstrom, and more a try — they start at just $44.

Yexpine Straight-Leg Pinstripe Trousers

Amazon

$44 at Amazon

Get in on the pinstripe trend with these pants that are just $44 at Amazon. They come in a timeless straight-leg silhouette that’s a great option for those who aren’t fans of baggy or wide-leg styles — plus,Kate has been a longtime fanof the classic fit. The supportive high waist design makes it easy to tuck blouses, sweaters, and other tops into them.

Favorite Daughter The Favorite Pant

Revolve

$228 at Revolve

Made with a 100 percent cotton lining, these comfy-looking pants won’t show lines through, especially with the navy and white pinstripe pattern. They have a high waistband that has a belt loop, allowing you to accessorize with a belt to dress up your outfit even more. The pleats offer a breathable and flattering look and feel, and they have five functional pockets.

Tahari ASL Pinstripe Classic Pants

Nordstrom

$109 at Nordstrom

With spring around the corner, these slightly cropped pants skim the ankles, allowing you to show off your shoes — whether you dress them down with white sneakers or up with heels. The gray and ivory pinstripes give the bottoms a business-like appearance, so you can wear them to events, work, and more.

Pinstripe pants are a fashionable swap for classic black ones. Get in on the trend with these styles that remind us of Kate Middleton’s recent look.

Mango Chalk Stripe Straight-Leg Trousers

$90 at Nordstrom

Lulus Pur-Suit Pinstripe Straight-Leg Pants

Lulus

$59 at Lulus

Mango Pinstripe Pleat Front Pants

Mango Pinstripe Suit Trousers

Mango

$90$60 at Mango.com

Lulus White Pinstripe Straight-Leg Trousers

$59$45 at Lulus

Miaou Naya Trouser

$265 at Revolve

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