24 on-sale summer dresses that look straight out of a royal wardrobe, including Kate's go to brands and Zara's puff-sleeve styles, from John Lewis, Boden and more

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The summer sales have arrived, and countless royal-approved brands are offering irresistible discounts, making it the perfect time to invest in a touch of regal style for less.

From Boden and ME+EM to John Lewis and Karen Millen, some of the Princess of Wales’ favourite labels have slashed the prices of elegant dresses that look far more expensive than they are.

It’s never been easier to recreate a royal-inspired wardrobe without the designer price tag.

I’ve scoured the sales to find the standout dresses I can easily imagine Catherine, Princess of Wales, the Duchess of Edinburgh or Zara Tindall wearing.

There’s a chic monochrome ME+EM dress that’s reminiscent of an Emilia Wickstead design worn by the Princess of Wales at the polo in 2022, while a timeless fit-and-flare style from Hobbs feels suited to Sophie’s classic aesthetic.

For those who love Zara’s effortlessly polished style, Boden’s floral puff sleeve dress would fit seamlessly into her enviable wardrobe.

Whether you’re attending a summer wedding, garden party or special occasion, these royal-inspired sale buys are worth snapping up before sizes and stock inevitably disappear. 

Boden Irene Occasion Dress  £67.70

Was £69 

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Boden Lace Dress  £183.20

Was £229 

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ME+EM Effortless Maxi Dress  £175

Was £250 

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ME+EM Fit + Flare Maxi Dress  £192.50

Was £275 

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Monsoon Mel Gingham Dress  £59.50

Was £85

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Monsoon Harper Lace Dress  £48

Was £160 

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Hobbs Constance Dress  £92.65

Was £189 

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Hobbs Barrington Dress  £109.65

Was £165 

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Phase Eight Sienna Tux Dress  £194.65

Was £229

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Phase Eight Pia Tailored Dress £129

Was £189 

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John Lewis Floral Print Cap Sleeve Godet Midi Dress  £44

Was £89 

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John Lewis Shirred Bodice Short Sleeve Midi Dress  £47

Was £119 

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Karen Millen Cutwork Dress  £104

Was £259 

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Karen Millen Godet Detail Dress  £137

Was £229 

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Whistles Floral Dobby Maxi Dress  £119

Was £169 

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Whistles Panel Detail Maxi Dress  £95

Was £220 

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Topshop Denim Shirred Dress £9.99

Was £55 

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Topshop Poplin Strappy Sundress £37.99

Was £50 

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Reiss Linen Polka Dot Dress £98

Was £258 

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Reiss Waisted Midi Dress  £98

Was £198 

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Needle & Thread Sequin Giselle Smocked Ballerina Dress  £270

Was £450 

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Needle & Thread Aurora Scoop Neck Ballerina Dress £198

Was £495 

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Ghost Georgia Tiered Floral Dress  £65

Was £135 

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Ghost Peony Crepe Midi Dress  £50

Was £129 

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Jigsaw Swirl Posy Midi Dress  £112

Was £225 

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Jigsaw Sheer Cape Dress  £109

Was £219 

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